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Duke basketball freshman forward Mark Mitchell will return for his sophomore season, he announced in a Thursday tweet. Mitchell scored 9.1 points per game in 35 games, putting him behind freshman center Kyle Filipowski, junior guard Jeremy Roach and freshman guard Tyrese Proctor on the team’s scoring list, according to ESPN. Mitchell hurt his knee in practice earlier […]

Arkansas basketball guard Nick Smith declared for the 2023 NBA Draft in a Thursday tweet. “This year has been an incredible journey, and I am grateful for all the love and support I have received from my hometown and all the hog fans,” he wrote. “I want to express my gratitude to my coach, (Arkansas head basketball […]

UCLA basketball’s Jaylen Clark has declared for the 2023 NBA Draft, according to Jeff Goodman of Stadium. He released a statement on Instagram as well. “I’d like to thank everyone that has helped me get this far,” Jaylen Clark said in his statement. “In particular, I’m especially grateful for my coach Tony, Billy, Craig, Mitchell, […]

Baylor basketball guard LJ Cryer will declare for the 2023 NBA Draft while maintaining his college eligibility, according to multiple sources. “First off, I want to thank God for bringing me to Baylor and allowing me to play in front of great fans and incredible teammates,” LJ Cryer wrote in a Wednesday tweet. “I want to thank my […]

TCU basketball junior guard Mike Miles announced his decision to declare for the 2023 NBA Draft in a Wednesday tweet. “To the entire TCU staff and community, the Flying T club, and the best student section ever… thank you for embracing a kid from Highland Hills, and cheering him on for three years,” Miles wrote. “Much respect, […]

Dariq Whitehead came to Duke as a five-star recruit loaded with upside. Following Duke’s loss in the NCAA Tournament, Whitehead has made his final decision on the 2023 NBA Draft. Whitehead will be entering the draft, the freshman announced. As he prepares to leave the Blue Devils, Whitehead had a final message on the lessons […]

Ohio State freshman forward Brice Sensabaugh is projected to be a first-round pick this summer, so his announcement that he’s decided to declare for the 2023 NBA Draft doesn’t come as a shock to anyone. https://twitter.com/bricepsensa/status/1639713445745442817 Nonetheless, with the idea of improving his stock in future drafts in mind, Sensabaugh has opted to retain his […]

Young gun Noah Clowney has been one of the US NCAA season’s greatest risers. We expect him to be a one-and-done kid who can potentially make some noise in the 2023-24 NBA season. Yes, he appeared overwhelmed at times early in his freshman year at Alabama. However, he has become more at ease now. He […]

Traditionally, rookies are expected to perform under the bright lights of the NBA after getting drafted. Given that teams select them because they’re NBA-ready, it’s only natural for them to play in the upcoming season. However, there are times when teams select basketball prospects and allow them to develop their skills elsewhere, with the team […]

After four impressive seasons with the Colorado State Rams, senior guard Isaiah Stevens has decided to enter the 2023 NBA Draft but will maintain his eligibility to return to Colorado State for one more season. Stevens would make the announcement on his Twitter page, thanking Colorado State’s fans for their support during his collegiate career. […]

Despite being in the hunt for a spot in the 2023 NBA Playoffs, the Utah Jazz find themselves in an NBA purgatory of sorts. In the first season of their rebuild, they’ve exceeded expectations even while being marred by injuries. Now, at 35-37, the Jazz are only 0.5 games back from a spot in the […]

Arkansas freshman Nick Smith Jr. had more NBA buzz than any other player in college basketball entering the season. In fact, for many people, Smith was the first player off the board after the Big 2 of Victor Wembanyama and Scoot Henderson in their own NBA mock drafts. Here we will look at the scouting […]

Niagara University may not get much national attention, but they have one of the NCAAs best-kept secrets in guard Noah Thomasson. That’s no longer the case, as Thomasson will test the waters of the 2023 NBA Draft while retaining his college eligibility, per CBS Sports insider Jon Rothstein. Thomasson just completed his junior season and […]

Standing tall at 6-foot-6, Maryland Terrapins guard Hakim Hart is a versatile scorer and potential lockdown defender, so there’s no doubt that he will garner interest from NBA teams. In fact, its unsurprising that Hart has declared for the 2023 NBA Draft, per CBS Sports insider Jon Rothstein. As well as the fact that Hart […]

With NBA centers being encouraged to step out beyond the paint more than ever, Quinten Post’s decision to declare for the 2023 NBA Draft after an eye-opening season with the Boston College Eagles was as wise as any. A true 7-footer weighing in at 240 pounds, Post is the definition of big fella. As teams […]

In a broad sense, Jaime Jaquez is college basketball. A 6’7, 225 pound forward from Los Angeles,  the 22 year old Jaquez has quietly become of the best UCLA players of the last 25 years, transforming from a guileless grit merchant as a freshman to the lynchpin of a title contender as a senior. Averaging […]

Although March Madness is in full swing right now, the 2023 NBA draft is not too far around the corner. Soon after the NCAA championship game is played is when the whole process of draft workouts begin. Houston’s Marcus Sasser is one of the players expected to be drafted in the 2023 NBA draft. Although […]

UConn Huskies guard Jordan Hawkins is a little light but has ideal length for a shooting guard 6-foot-5, and 185 pounds. 21-years-old in April, the sophomore has had another strong season for the Huskies, being named to the All-Big East first team after being named to the Big East All-Freshman team just a season ago. […]

March Madness isn’t just a competition for the college basketball national title, but also a chance for top NBA Draft prospects to show what they’ve got for a national audience. One of the top prospects still in the tournament is Houston star freshman Jarace Walker. Averaging 11.1 points and 6.7 rebounds per game with amazing […]

North Carolina senior forward Armando Bacot is returning to the Tar Heels for another season, Stadium basketball analyst Jeff Goodman wrote in a pair of Wednesday tweets. “The primary reason I am coming back is because I don’t want to leave North Carolina this way,” Bacot said. “But I also know I need to improve […]

UCF basketball freshman forward Taylor Hendricks will forgo his remaining eligibility and enter the 2023 NBA draft, ESPN NBA draft analyst Jonathan Givony wrote in a Wednesday tweet. Hendricks said he signed with attorney Raymond Brothers, president of Roc Nation basketball, Givony continued. According to its website, Roc Nation is a sports and entertainment agency that “works […]

Arkansas Razorbacks point guard Anthony Black is one of the most highly prized prospects in the 2023 NBA Draft. A tall lead guard with a high basketball IQ and situational awareness, Black doesn’t project to be an All-Star at the next level because he doesn’t focus on scoring. Nonetheless, Black can play a valuable role […]

Metropolitans 92 big man Victor Wembanyama has become an NBA Draft sensation. Standing tall at 7-foot-3, the lanky power forward is a human highlight reel, with the social media age only adding to the sensationalism that surrounds the Frenchman. As Wembanyama has made waves with his relatively unique combination of size and skill, there are […]

The 2023 NBA Draft will take place on June 22, and with March Madness in full swing, many NBA teams have their best scouts in the bleachers. However, while many mock drafts simply attempt to find the best players available for the team picking them, the following mock draft takes into account the needs of […]

The Toronto Raptors do not lack in skill, but they would love some help. Yes, Pascal Siakam is an All-NBA player, and Fred VanVleet was an all-star last season. Of course, Scottie Barnes is the reigning Rookie of the Year, and defensive standout OG Anunoby is having his finest season ever. They are also coached […]

The Utah Jazz are projected to have three first-round picks in the 2023 NBA Draft. With that said, they need to pay attention to the upcoming NCAA Tournament as any team. The option of filling multiple holes through the draft or combining their draft picks in order to get a more talented prospect is going […]

The NBA season is up and running, but all eyes will now be on the 2023 NCAA Tournament. Organizations will have a final chance to watch and analyze the top prospects in the upcoming class and take some final notes before the 2023 NBA Draft. Teams such as the Brooklyn Nets should have active offseasons, […]

The New York Knicks are playing well and are currently focused on the upcoming NBA playoffs. However, with the 2023 NCAA Tournament about to start and the 2023 NBA Draft to follow, it’s time for fans to look toward the future as well. In that vein, here are the three best potential Knicks draft picks […]

March Madness is one of the most wonderful annual events of the sports year as teams across the country compete for the chance win a championship. That being said, while Houston Rockets fans may have their eyes in France or on the NBA G League, their eyes need to be on the NCAA Men’s Basketball […]

It’s that time of year, the one every basketball fan has been waiting for, March Madness. The 2023 NCAA Tournament tipped off on Tuesday with the First Four, and for the next few weeks, it will be the talk of the sports world. For NBA teams, the main draw of the event will be to […]

It is that time of the year for college basketball fans. The 2023 NCAA Tournament kicks off on Tuesday with the First Four. NBA franchises will observe some of the best young players in the country and will have the chance to make some final notes before the 2023 draft. Contending teams such as the […]

The NBA season is entering the home stretch, but for the next couple of weeks, it may not be the focus of the basketball world. Instead, that honor will go to the NCAA Tournament, which begins on Tuesday with the First Four. While the main focus will be on teams competing for the national title, […]

While the NBA is in midst of a critical stretch run toward the playoffs, basketball fans of all stripes will nevertheless be paying close attention to college hoops over the next few weeks. The 2023 NCAA Tournament starts on Tuesday with the First Four and will wrap up in early April, giving NBA organizations the […]

After months of college basketball, March Madness is officially here. The NCAA Tournament kicks off on Tuesday with the First Four. NBA organizations will have the chance to scout some of the top prospects and take some final notes before the 2023 NBA Draft. Rebuilding teams such as the Orlando Magic should have high picks, […]

With March Madness beginning in less than a day, many are interested to see which NBA prospects will do well. Of course, this also means some modifications in our 2023 NBA Mock Draft. Right now, it really makes no difference if your favorite team is in the playoff hunt or not. In fact, it may […]

When March arrives, it means one thing for college basketball fans: March Madness. The 2023 NCAA Tournament is just around the corner, which means fans will have probably their last chance to see some of the top prospects before they take the next step and join the NBA. The tournament will kick off on Tuesday […]

The 2023 NBA Draft has evoked much excitement from fans, especially those of basement-dwelling franchises. The hype tends to center around two names, though. Victor Wembanyama and Scoot Henderson. But anyone who watched the Overtime Elite Finals know there are two more names not to be overlooked ahead of June 22. Twins Amen and Ausar […]

French phenom Victor Wembanyama may be dominating NBA Draft news right now, but there’s no denying that there are more than a few highly-touted prospects in the 2023 draft class. One of them happens to be 19-year-old Scoot Henderson, who currently plies his trade with the NBA G League Ignite. There’s also so much hype […]

The NBA and NBA Players Association are making strides toward signing a new Collective Bargaining Agreement that will address longstanding concerns like load management, luxury tax thresholds and minimal age to enter NBA Draft, as reported by Shams Charania of The Athletic. Talks have progressed as both sides are determined to reach a new deal […]