The 2026 NBA Draft has plenty of brilliant guards like Mikel Brown Jr. and Darryn Peterson. Prospects like Peterson and Brown came into the college season with an immense amount of hype, but one guard prospect that has skyrocketed in popularity is Houston guard Kingston Flemings. Unquestionably, Flemings has proven himself to be a highly efficient scorer who has demonstrated skill as a passer and defender. Considering his skill and overall talent, he can certainly be a real prize for any team drafting in the lottery. As of January 12th, let’s dive into a ranking of the best fits for Flemings among the teams currently projected to be in the 2026 NBA Draft lottery.
Best Fits For Houston’s Kingston Flemings Among Lottery Teams
Dallas Mavericks
Something that has been dreadfully clear about the Dallas Mavericks this season is how much they desperately need a point guard. Undoubtedly, Kyrie Irving‘s return will fix that issue, but that is only a stopgap. Specifically, Irving is on the older side at 33 years old, which means he isn’t going to be a long-term fit next to Cooper Flagg. The Mavericks certainly need to find a long-term solution at the point guard position to build around Flagg. That’s where Flemings can step into the picture as he is an ideal fit next to Flagg on the Mavericks. He can provide Dallas with efficient three-level scoring, both on and off the ball. Furthermore, Flemings reads the floor well as a playmaker, which can take some of the offensive creation burden off of Flagg. Not only that, but Flemings has shown himself to be an aggressive defender at the guard spot.
For Flemings himself, he can find an ideal fit in the Mavericks as well. Flemings would get the benefit of learning under an excellent point guard in Irving. He can help him adjust to his transition into the NBA by giving him advice. Additionally, the younger, long-term pieces on the Mavericks have skill sets that fit well next to him. Guys like Flagg, Dereck Lively II, and Max Christie are athletic, lengthy defenders who can help Flemings against bigger opponents. Flagg, alongside Ryan Nembhard and Brandon Williams, can share the offensive burden with Flemings. Flemings clearly fits the Mavericks’ long-term need at point guard and has the skills that make him a good fit with the rest of the young core.
Memphis Grizzlies
Another team that Flemings would fit on is the Memphis Grizzlies. In particular, one of the biggest factors in this is the uncertain future of Ja Morant in Memphis. The Grizzlies have been entertaining trade offers for Morant, which will signal a transition to a new era of Memphis basketball. If that is the case, then getting a guard prospect like Flemings would be a major win. He can step into a situation that will desperately need a long-term solution at point guard. Unlike some of the current Memphis guards, Flemings has the upside to be the point guard of the future. Not only does he have his ability to score, but Flemings also has upside as a playmaker and defender. He would be a perfect fit next to their current young core of Cedric Coward, Jaylen Wells, and Zach Edey.
Speaking of those three, Flemings would fit well next to the young personnel on the roster. Coward and Well are both up-and-coming wings who can help Flemings out defensively, particularly against bigger wings. In the middle, Edey can serve as a steady defensive backline for Flemings while also being a great pick-and-roll partner. In terms of three-point shooting, guys like Coward, Wells, and Cam Spencer can provide the floor spacing Flemings needs for his drives. Should Morant leave the Grizzlies franchise, Flemings would be a great replacement.
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