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NEW YORK — Victor Wembanyama was still the name on the tip of everyone’s tongue at Tuesday’s NBA Draft availability, even though he’s no longer the star of this particular show. Such is life when Wednesday’s first round of the draft lacks spice and recognizable names. But it’s also the case when players in the running for the first pick …

The John Calipari era at Kentucky ended earlier this spring when he took over as coach at Arkansas after 15 years in the Bluegrass State. Calipari departs UK having produced some of the top recruiting classes in the modern era and dozens of players selected in the NBA Draft.  During his time with the program, Calipari produced 35 first-rounders, 23 …

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One-and-done players have accounted for a majority of the NBA Draft lottery selections over the past decade, but there are still numerous examples of older players coming into the league and making an immediate impact. This year’s draft class is teeming with questions from top to bottom, and NBA decision-makers could lean on experience to find the next hidden gem.  …

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NEW YORK — Twenty-four top NBA Draft prospects entered the second floor ballroom of Lotte New York Palace on Tuesday afternoon, all hopeful to hear their names called in the first round of Wednesday night’s event. Alex Sarr, the 7-foot-1 phenom who last played for Perth of Australia’s NBL, declined Altanta’s efforts to host him for a workout, but told …

WEST LAFAYETTE — In 2015, Caleb Swanigan joined the Purdue basketball roster. Assistant coach Brandon Brantley, who works with Boilermaker post players, knew almost immediately he was training a future NBA talent. Brantley had no such premonition with his next NBA prospect. “Caleb Swanigan, everyone pretty much assumed he was going to get to the NBA,” Brantley said of Swanigan, …

What will Milwaukee Bucks do with first round pick in 2024 NBA draft? Bucks reporter Jim Owczarski discusses what options the Milwaukee Bucks have with the 23rd pick in the 2024 NBA draft. The Milwaukee Bucks enter this free agency period with only a few options, thanks to the restrictions of the “second apron,” which was created in the latest …

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McCollum tabs Warriors as best fit for PG13 if he values winning originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area No NBA team has had more success over the past 12 seasons than the Warriors. Which is why, if Los Angeles Clippers star Paul George becomes available this offseason via trade or free agency, Golden State might be near the top …

Bulls’ Josh Giddey declines comment on closed investigations into off-court matter originally appeared on NBC Sports Chicago Presented by Nationwide Insurance Agent Jeff Vukovich New Chicago Bulls guard Josh Giddey declined to comment Tuesday when asked what he had learned following investigations by the Newport Beach (Calif.) police department and NBA for allegations that the then-Thunder player had an inappropriate …

WEST LAFAYETTE — In 2015, Caleb Swanigan joined the Purdue basketball roster. Assistant coach Brandon Brantley, who works with Boilermaker post players, knew almost immediately he was training a future NBA talent. Brantley had no such premonition with his next NBA prospect. “Caleb Swanigan, everyone pretty much assumed he was going to get to the NBA,” Brantley said of Swanigan, …

Free agency doesn’t start until June 30, but with the NBA Draft starting on Wednesday, trade rumors are starting to heat up around the league. We’ve already gotten one trade in the books, as the Bulls sent Alex Caruso to the Thunder for Josh Giddey, but we’re sure to get even bigger deals as teams prepare for the next two …

There are plenty of players on this list who evoke nostalgia due to their contributions over the last several years and their roles in bringing Milwaukee a championship for the first time in 50 years. However, none more so than Brook Lopez. Lopez signed with the Bucks during Mike Budenholzer’s first year as head coach and reinvented himself. He was …

How Warriors, Dunleavy should benefit from two-day NBA draft originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area SAN FRANCISCO – Every penny counts. Every return from advertising revenue brings a smile to NBA commissioner Adam Silver and the league offices. The NBA draft, this year, for the first time is a two-day event, aiming to emulate the NFL’s multi-day cash-cow event. …

Every year feels like the same refrain is said about the Western Conference: it’s deeper than ever. But this past season that couldn’t have been more true. It took until the last day of the regular season to figure out who would earn the No. 1 seed between the Thunder, Nuggets and Timberwolves. The play-in round featured matchups with LeBron …

Armed with a strong work ethic and world-class ability, Xavier Johnson knew that he just needed an opportunity to prove himself as one of the top point guards in the country. He got that chance and ran with it this past season. Johnson, a former three-star prospect, played the first three years of his college career at George Mason. He …

How Brad Stevens and Celtics are approaching the NBA Draft originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston Brad Stevens is back to business after celebrating the Boston Celtics’ 18th championship. The C’s president of basketball operations will resume front-office duties Wednesday night at the 2024 NBA Draft. Boston enters the event with the 30th and 54th overall picks. Stevens has yet …

The NBA Draft week brings various trade and draft rumors surrounding the New Orleans Pelicans. Speculations include the possibility of trading Brandon Ingram for Trae Young, potentially drafting Isaiah Collier with the 21st pick, and the chance of pairing Brook Lopez with Zion Williamson. By the NumbersVarious trade and draft rumors circulating around the New Orleans Pelicans.Potential trade scenario between …

RALEIGH, N.C. — Few players in recent memory have done more with unexpected opportunities afforded to them like DJ Burns has over the past three-plus months. The NC State star became one of the biggest deals in college sports after the Wolfpack won nine straight elimination games in March and made arguably the most unexpected Final Four run in the …

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Stevens details Porzingis’ unlikely path to playing in Game 5 originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston Kristaps Porzingis delivered an all-time quote after suffering a leg injury in Game 2 of the 2024 NBA Finals. “We will do everything we can to be back and moving well,” the Boston Celtics big man said. “I’ll die out there if we need.” …

Ja Morant One of the defining images of the French Open for the past 20 years has been a headband-wearing, fist-pumping Rafael Nadal sliding on red clay bellowing “Vamos!” at top volume. With the 14-time champion firmly in the twilight of his career and having bowed out in the first round in Paris, the rallying cry now lives on in …

De’Aaron Fox Aaron Nola, Phillies turn triple play against Tigers  MLB.comPhillies turn rare 1-3-5 triple play, MLB’s first since 1929  ESPNAaron Nola, Bryce Harper and Alec Bohm turn a triple play to end the third inning vs. Tigers  FOX SportsPhillies turn rare triple play not seen in 95 years in win over Tigers  Yahoo SportsPhillies turn first 1-3-5 triple play in 95 years  The New …