2026 NBA Draft: Braylon Mullins Scouting Report
- Babcock Hoops
- Jan 11
- 2 min read
Throughout the 2025-26 season, Babcock Hoops will provide comprehensive scouting reports on top 2026 NBA Draft prospects, analyzing their strengths, weaknesses, and potential at the next level. Our reports offer an in-depth look at each player's development and draft outlook.
Braylon Mullins
Position:Â Guard
College:Â UConn
Class:Â Freshman
Height/Weight:Â 6'6", 196 lbs
Birthdate:Â April 18, 2006
High School: Greenfield-Central (IN)
Player Overview
Braylon Mullins is a highly skilled guard with size and a terrific feel for the game. A McDonald’s All-American and consensus five-star prospect, he built his reputation as one of the most dangerous shooters in the country during his prep career in Indiana. At 6-foot-6, he combines perimeter shot-making with scoring versatility. Mullins is comfortable playing with the ball in his hands or away from it, has shown growth as a passer and cutter, and carries himself with confidence and competitiveness. Now at UConn, he's stepped into a system that values spacing and shooting, giving him an opportunity to contribute right away and prove himself as a legitimate NBA prospect.
"Braylon Mullins’ combination of positional size, confident approach, and, most importantly, his shooting and shot-making ability has scouts already buzzing." — Matt Babcock, NBA Draft Analyst
Strengths
Elite Shooting Ability:Â One of the most dangerous perimeter shooters in the country. Hits shots in transition, off the dribble, running off screens, or in catch-and-shoot situations. Possesses deep range and the confidence to take and make contested shots.
Scoring Versatility:Â Not just a shooter, Mullins can attack long closeouts with floaters, runners, or punch it at the rim.
Off-Ball Impact:Â Good cutter and off-ball mover. Understands how to relocate, come off actions, and create scoring windows for himself within an offense.
Defensive Tools and Mentality:Â Competes defensively, utilizes lateral quickness and active hands to generate turnovers. Through effort, he is also an active rebounder.
Size and Confidence:Â Legitimate size at 6-foot-6 with toughness and the mentality to make an immediate impact.
Concerns
Frame and Strength: Still developing physically. His shoulders are narrow, and while he’s beginning to fill out, adding strength will be key for his long-term projection.
Shot Mechanics: Has a low release point. It’s quick, but could be vulnerable against longer, more athletic defenders.
Offensive Aggression:Â Can be too jumper-reliant at times and would benefit from diversifying his attack.
Bottom Line
Braylon Mullins is one of the top young guards in the country. A skilled scorer with elite shooting ability and a competitive edge. His fit in Dan Hurley’s system is seamless, and his combination of size, confidence, and feel makes him a clear NBA prospect. While he’ll need to add strength and continue developing his off-the-dribble game, Mullins has the talent and mentality to establish himself as one of the best freshmen in the nation and put himself firmly in the 2026 NBA Draft conversation.
