New Delhi, March 24 -- Mexican basketball star Karim Lopez has officially entered his name into the 2026 NBA Draft, marking a major milestone in his young career. The talented forward shared the news on Monday, confirming his long-held dream of reaching the league.

"It's been my dream and my goal my whole life to play in the NBA," Karim Lopez told ESPN. "Honestly, since I can remember. I was probably like 5 years old, making drawings of myself playing in the NBA. It's pretty special, you know, to be in this position right now."

Lopez stands out as the top international prospect in the class. At 6-foot-9 with a 7-1 wingspan, the 18-year-old (turning 19 on April 12) brings positional size, perimeter skills, playmaking ability, and toughne...