NBA Rookie of the Year predictions: Early expert picks after 2026 Draft with Cameron Boozer favored

Following the 2026 NBA Draft, CBS Sports experts have released their early Rookie of the Year predictions, with Cameron Boozer emerging as the favored candidate. Boozer is among the top rookie talents whose team placements are now confirmed ahead of the upcoming season. The expert panel has begun making their initial ROY picks based on the draft results and where top prospects will be playing.