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San Antonio Spurs rookie guard Dylan Harper already knew he was stepping into a franchise with a rich history. Even before he signed his first contract, he had a good look at the five championship banners that hang from the Spurs’ rafters during his draft workout. What he did not expect was to run into […]

The San Antonio Spurs added Dylan Harper to lead the new movement near the River Walk. The franchise will hope this move flows into recapturing their glory years. The ones that recently saw Manu Ginobili near the forefront. Harper signed his contract already. But Harper himself made a Ginobili admission. Right before he starts his journey […]

The Brooklyn Nets will be without one of their first-round picks when they take the floor at the NBA’s summer league. Drake Powell, the No. 22 pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, will not play in Las Vegas due to what the team is calling left knee tendinopathy, league sources told ClutchPoints. The North Carolina […]

It has been a busy offseason in the NBA. The 2025 NBA Draft was vastly improved in comparison to last year’s class. Some teams nailed what was the second year of two days of drafting, while others made questionable decisions. There were also some big-name free agents this offseason, most of whom have already signed […]

More often than not, the Top 10 picks of the NBA Draft could be best described as the cream of the crop. Throughout the years, these selections have found plenty of success in the league. However, they also carry heavy expectations, leading to possible busts. Here is a look at the best and worst NBA […]

When the final buzzer sounded inside Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky, the home of Louisville Basketball’s arch-nemesis, a season of triumph and exultation turned to sorrow for the Cardinals. This loss stung for a multitude of reasons. Still, this feeling of despair was quickly transformed into a moment of acknowledgement for Pat Kelsey, senior leader […]

The Brooklyn Nets made NBA history last month as the first team to make five first-round picks in a single draft. Later this week, their unprecedented draft class will take the floor together for the first time at the 2025 Las Vegas Summer League. The Nets announced their Summer League roster last weekend, and all […]

NBA summer league placed the spotlight on Carter Bryant Saturday. The San Antonio Spurs made Bryant one of their big priorities during the offseason via the NBA Draft. And can now gain a feel of his potential. Bryant is already showing off the shooting stroke that made him coveted during the final week of June. […]

Lottery picks usually carve out a solid NBA career. As a result, it isn’t surprising that most championship teams feature several NBA Draft lottery picks who transform into stars. However, some franchises just have a knack in finding the diamonds in the rough to build their championship squads. After looking at the NBA teams that […]

Lottery picks are usually a great way to build a championship team. Certainly, the Dallas Mavericks are hoping so after selecting Duke star Cooper Flagg No. 1 in the 2025 NBA Draft. At the end of the day, these are players who were at least the cream of the crop of their respective draft classes, […]

By his own admission, it’s been a whirlwind of an off-season for San Antonio Spurs draft pick Carter Bryant. And that was before he signed his first NBA contract. “Crazy,” the 14th overall selection of the 2025 NBA Draft continued. “It’s still surreal.” Bryant is one of two players the Silver and Black took in […]

With the Summer League approaching, the San Antonio Spurs continued what’s been a good start to the off-season by signing the second overall pick of the NBA Draft. For Dylan Harper, inking his name on a contract serves as a culmination of sorts. “From the time I picked the jersey up, to when I shook […]

The second overall pick is usually the second best talent out of a draft class. And this year, the San Antonio Spurs selected Dylan Harper at No. 2 in the 2025 NBA Draft. Although the expectations aren’t as high compared to the top overall pick, the second pick still faces insurmountable pressure to contribute right […]

The 2025 NBA Draft had just concluded, and teams are hoping that their selections and moves have helped their respective causes. It’s safe to say that the draft is one of the best ways to upgrade a roster. And throughout NBA history, some of the moves on draft day have immediately led to championship runs. […]

When the New Orleans Pelicans traded up for the Atlanta Hawks’ No. 13 pick of the 2025 NBA Draft, nobody could believe what had just occurred. Upon receiving the offer, even the Hawks reportedly did not believe the deal. After fielding the phone call, Atlanta could not believe its “good fortune,” according to Pelicans reporter […]

The Brooklyn Nets have an unprecedented challenge ahead of them. After making an NBA-record five first-round picks in the 2025 draft, general manager Sean Marks and head coach Jordi Fernandez must figure out how to maximize the development of their rookie class. The success or failure of the group could set the tone for the […]

The Brooklyn Nets made a massive bet on BYU point guard Egor Demin with the No. 8 pick in the 2025 NBA Draft. While the selection shocked many draft analysts, the team believes the Russian floor general can be a future centerpiece. That conviction was evident when the Nets’ draft war room erupted after sending […]

The Washington Wizards lucked out when the Memphis Grizzlies snuck in the playoffs this past season, as that allowed them to receive the latter team’s lottery-protected 2025 first-round pick from the Marcus Smart trade. Now, they have Big Ten Sixth Man of the Year Will Riley, who they drafted No. 21 overall after sliding back […]

Throughout NBA history, the third overall draft pick has produced a ton of elite players. And this year, the Philadelphia 76ers are hoping they got another, when they selected V.J. Edgecombe out of Baylor University. Although it remains to be seen whether the Sixers’ new rookie will be as great as advertised, it’s worth taking […]

The Los Angeles Lakers sent $2.5 million to the Chicago Bulls as part of their draft-night maneuvering during the 2025 NBA Draft, according to a report from Sports Business Classroom and Bleacher Report’s Eric Pincus. Pincus revealed the financial details of the transaction on X, formerly known as Twitter, stating the cash sent to Chicago […]

The top overall pick in the NBA Draft is usually the best talent out of the draft class. While the potential is sky high, these prospects also face heavy pressure to become a franchise-altering player. This year, that burden went to Cooper Flagg, who the Dallas Mavericks selected with the first overall pick at the […]

The picks are in. Last week, the Chicago Bulls used the 12th overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft to select French phenom Noa Essengue. In the second round, they traded away the 45th pick and ended up using the 55th pick to select Australian big man Lachlan Olbrich. Leading up to draft day , […]

The Portland Trail Blazers returned from the 2025 NBA Draft with one of the most surprising picks. In what has turned out to be a polarizing move, the Trail Blazers initially traded down from the No.11 pick after a deal with the Memphis Grizzlies. It brought them the No. 16 pick, alongside a 2028 first-rounder […]

The New Orleans Pelicans had an eventful couple of nights at the 2025 NBA Draft, sparking a range of opinions from their series of intriguing moves. Despite initially holding just one first-round pick, newly-hired head of basketball operations Joe Dumars ended the process with Jeremiah Fears, Derik Queen and Micah Peavy on his roster. Dumars […]

The Brooklyn Nets aren’t trying to win right now. Keep that point in mind. It should put everything in its proper context. After stripping down the roster midseason and steering into a full rebuild, Brooklyn entered the 2025 NBA Draft with multiple first-round picks and a mandate: take big swings. With long-term upside prioritized over […]

Arguably no team had a more eventful two days at the 2025 NBA Draft than the Utah Jazz. After taking a shot on controversial prospect Ace Bailey with the No. 5 pick, the Jazz traded up for 2025 Final Four MVP Walter Clayton Jr. and ended the event with unanimous All-American John Tonje. Technically, the […]

The Atlanta Hawks have been lauded for their strategic efficiency in the 2025 NBA Draft which saw them move back from their No. 13 pick. Atlanta had their sights set on frontcourt depth as they initially traded their pick to the New Orleans Pelicans. In return, they got an unprotected 2026 first-round pick via New […]

In an offseason that has been dominated by trade rumors related to Giannis Antetokounmpo, the Milwaukee Bucks returned from the 2025 NBA draft without any immediate roster improvement. Milwaukee made a seemingly long-term investment by drafting Mega Basket’s Bogoljub Markovic with the 47th overall pick. This is the same team where a young Nikola Jokic […]

The Orlando Magic entered the 2025 NBA Draft as a young, frisky team rich in talent but poor in polish. With the Eastern Conference deepening and expectations growing, Orlando approached this draft needing more than just “upside.” They needed real answers. For a front office that’s too often played it safe or late, this year’s […]

The Memphis Grizzlies entered the 2025 NBA Draft with this feat. They held not one, but three picks — becoming one of the few to hold that many selections before the event. They then surfaced as one of the trade hungry teams on draft night. Memphis moved into the 11th spot in a deal with […]

After a turbulent few years trying to bridge the gap between eras, the Golden State Warriors once again find themselves straddling the line between aging greatness and youthful promise. Their 2025 NBA Draft class, while modest in terms of star power, reflects a franchise still chasing titles. Now, though, they have a sharper eye on […]

The Cleveland Cavaliers entered the 2025 NBA Draft not in search of a savior. They were in pursuit of fine-tuning. With a roster already packed with star power and versatility, the Cavs approached draft night with a sharpened vision. They needed to reinforce their backcourt depth and add developmental upside on the wing. Fresh off […]

The Toronto Raptors showed slight improvement under Darko Rajakovic, going 30-52 last season. But season three together becomes more pivotal than ever. Especially following the 2025 NBA Draft. Toronto needed to swing big with its pick after drawing the ninth selection on lottery night. The Raptors then needed one more area to bolster early on […]

The Los Angeles Clippers added new talent inside the glistening $2 billion Intuit Dome. All in the attempt to end their string of early postseason exits. Owner Steve Ballmer, general manager Trent Redden and head coach Tyronn Lue needed to improve the forward play. They addressed the position at No. 30 overall on Wednesday, then […]

After seeing the likes of Victor Wembanyama and Stephon Castle win the last two Rookie of the year awards, the San Antonio Spurs welcomed Dylan Harper with the second overall pick of the 2025 NBA Draft. Entering the draft, the Spurs already had a trio of stars in Wemby, De’Aaron Fox and Castle, alongside the […]

A consistent theme emerged from the Brooklyn Nets’ 2025 NBA Draft. Aside from the historic volume of picks, the team targeted ball-handlers known for their playmaking ability. The Nets’ lone deviation from that philosophy came at the No. 22 pick, where they selected North Carolina wing Drake Powell. Powell has arguably the best athletic profile […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves restocked on centers in the 2025 NBA Draft, selecting 18-year-old French center Joan Beringer at No. 17 and Rocco Zikarsky at No. 45. With Rudy Gobert aging, the Timberwolves seem to be preparing for a future without him with these draft picks, a reasonable strategy. Minnesota crashed out of the Western Conference […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder quickly shifted to building the roster mode following their victory parade. The NBA Finals champions had 24 hours to prepare for the Wednesday NBA Draft. OKC did indeed make one intriguing selection. Taking Nique Clifford at No. 24 overall out of Colorado State. But the thoughts of Clifford teaming with Shai […]

When the No. 10 pick came calling, the Phoenix Suns were up, but saw one player available that they were shocked was still on the board. Khaman Maluach. As a result, the Suns drafted Maluach with the No. 10 overall pick. The former Duke basketball big man was a major proponent of their success this […]