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Duke center Dereck Lively worked out for the Brooklyn Nets on Tuesday ahead of the 2023 NBA Draft. At 7-foot-1 with a 7-foot-7 wingspan, the 19-year-old is among the top rim protectors in this year’s draft class, averaging 2.4 blocks in just 20.6 minutes per game during his freshman season. Lively has frequently been mocked […]

The NBA Draft is Thursday and while many of the players who will be going in the top picks seem to be a foregone conclusion, there are still going to be sleepers in the Top 10. It is now time to continue our NBA Draft odds series with a sleepers to be drafted in the […]

The Denver Nuggets may have just won the 2023 NBA Finals, but that doesn’t mean they are done working. After pulling off a trade with the Oklahoma City Thunder midway through their Finals series against the Miami Heat, the Nuggets are back at it again, this time sending the least favorable of their 2024 first-round […]

Victor Wembanyama is in New York City doing a promotional tour ahead of being drafted No. 1 overall by the San Antonio Spurs in the 2023 NBA Draft on Thursday. When visiting an elementary school for a Q&A, Wembanyama was asked by a student how tall he is, reports The Washington Post’s Ben Golliver. Under […]

Alabama basketball product and projected top three NBA Draft pick Brandon Miller was recently asked if the LeBron James versus Michael Jordan GOAT debate is getting old. Miller, who was answering questions at media day ahead of Thursday’s NBA Draft, gave a surprising answer to the question to say the least, per Brandon “Scoop B” […]

When fans think of the NBA Draft, one of the first words that come to mind is “superstars.” After all, the draft has produced some of the biggest names in basketball such as Michael Jordan, Earvin “Magic” Johnson, Larry Bird, LeBron James, Tim Duncan, Shaquille O’Neal, and more. But it has also produced some of […]

With the Los Angeles Clippers rumored to have interest in trading Paul George, the Houston Rockets have become named as a potential destination for the star forward. Armed with the No. 4 pick in the 2023 NBA Draft and at the forefront of offseason rumors surrounding myriad marquee players, this is totally unsurprising. Yet, there […]

Brandon Miller has been a mainstay in headlines leading up to the 2023 NBA Draft, and he will like the most recent one coming from Chandler Parsons. The former NBA player is a big fan of Brandon Miller’s, comparing him to All-Stars Kevin Durant and Paul George, via FanDuel TV. "Brandon Miller, I love… He's […]

Victor Wembanyama is easily the most hyped prospect since LeBron James and ahead of the 2023 NBA Draft on Thursday, the talk about what he could be is only growing louder. But if you’re asking Stephen A. Smith, it’s utterly disrespectful to compare Wemby to Bron, and in his eyes, the hype isn’t even as […]

During the 2022-23 season, a few NBA teams decided to face the music and embrace the putridity in hopes of landing themselves in pole position in the Victor Wembanyama sweepstakes. In the end, however, only one team would win the right to select him as the first overall pick of the 2023 NBA Draft, and […]

With the NBA Draft taking place on Thursday night, Victor Wembanyama is just a day away from being a member of the San Antonio Spurs, and Wembanyama has reportedly requested to play in every possible game, according to LJ Ellis of SpursTalk. The Spurs reportedly met with Wembanyama to discuss his vision, and the organization […]

The Charlotte Hornets are preparing for the No. 2 selection in the 2023 NBA Draft on Thursday with rumors swirling about who they are going to pick. Nevertheless, despite Michael Jordan selling his majority ownership in the franchise, he will have the final say on who the Hornets select at No. 2, reports the Observer’s […]

There is quite a bit of trade chatter in the NBA currently ahead of the 2023 NBA Draft, and one of the most interesting teams in the league right now is the Dallas Mavericks. The Mavs are armed with the tenth overall pick in the draft, but rumors continue to heavily indicate that they intend […]

The 2023 NBA Draft is just one day away and the Portland Trail Blazers will have the third overall pick. The front office is looking to add a legitimate star to pair with Damian Lillard and Co., which could very well be G-League standout Scoot Henderson. With the Charlotte Hornets reportedly locked in on selecting […]

With the 2023 NBA Draft on Thursday, Brandon Miller has rumored to solidify his standing as the No. 2 overall pick to the Charlotte Hornets. Hornets general manager Mitch Kupchak spoke on what he wants with the No. 2 overall pick amid rumors of Brandon Miller swirling, reports ESPN’s David Newton. “Mitch Kupchak said the […]

After months, if not years, of anticipation, the 2023 NBA Draft is finally almost here. With some of the fantastic talent on display, to say that this has been one of the most-anticipated drafts would just be scratching the surface. As the big night is just around the corner, here’s everything you need to know […]

The 2023 NBA Draft takes place on Thursday and the San Antonio Spurs are going to select Victor Wembanyama with the No. 1 overall pick. Appearing on Good Morning America, Wembanyama gave his mindset for his rookie season that should have Spurs fans thrilled. "I think the most important is to not step on the […]

Projected first overall pick Victor Wembanyama will be heading to Las Vegas or Sacramento to play in the Summer League exhibition games this offseason, the 7-foot-4 big man tells reporters ahead of the 2023 NBA Draft. Wembanyama was originally expected to sit out for the 2023 NBA Summer League, according to SpursTalk’s LJ Ellis. The […]

If Damian Lillard is telling the Portland Trail Blazers how to improve the team, he’s not sharing those ideas publicly. The Blazers have big decisions to make regarding the No. 3 pick in the 2023 NBA Draft and Jerami Grant’s free agency. Lillard isn’t revealing in what direction he hopes Portland goes. It’s no secret […]

Victor Wembanyama is ready to take the NBA by storm. Just about certain to join the San Antonio Spurs as the No. 1 overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft, the 7-foot-4 teenager out of Le Chesnay, France faces massive expectations to succeed at the next level. If there’s one thing that basketball fans worry […]

When the 2023 NBA Draft rolls around, Victor Wembanyama is widely expected to be the No. 1 overall pick. While some have doubted Wembanyama’s true NBA Draft potential, the 7’2″ star had a message for all the haters. Much of the criticism towards Wembanyama comes from his frame. His 7’2″ stature is prodigious, however, some […]

It is finally time for the 2023 NBA Draft! Over the last several weeks, hundreds of prospects have been putting their skills to the test to prove to the 30 NBA franchises that they have what it takes to play in this league. Now, 58 of them will forever have their lives change when they […]

The Miami Heat have some decisions to make this offseason. The team made an incredible run to the NBA Finals as an 8-seed out of the play-in tournament, but do they have what it takes to do it again next year? And the year after that? Pat Riley is asking these questions, and if he […]

The most talked about Charlotte Hornets draft prediction is about what the team will do with the No. 2 overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft. However, that isn’t the only first-round Hornets pick. The team will also pick at the end of Round 1, and with that pick, Charlotte will make a smart choice […]

The NBA Draft is always an exciting time. Almost always, a few tantalizing prospects hand in their names every year for entry towards the NBA. For the 2023 NBA Draft class, it’s Victor Wembanyama’s time to shine as its undisputed best player — a 7’4, do-it-all big man with the potential to transform the San […]

Alabama basketball standout Brandon Miller has been widely expected to go no. 2 to the Charlotte Hornets in the 2023 NBA Draft; however, there have been some doubts about that recently when the odds for Scoot Henderson going second increased. In the latest updates, nonetheless, the Hornets are reportedly still leaning to pick Miller. Thanks […]

You can bet the farm that Victor Wembanyama is going to be taken No. 1 overall by the San Antonio Spurs in this week’s 2023 NBA Draft. That is virtually done and in the bag. And if there was any glimmer of infinitesimal hope that another team that’s not San Antonio would land Wembanyama, it’s […]

Although it has been prophesied for over a year, Thursday’s NBA Draft will be a special moment for consensus No. 1 overall pick Victor Wembanyama. Though, the French phenom is perfectly prepared to handle it, and the colossal pressure and fame that is to follow on this next step of his basketball journey. The future […]

Victor Wembanyama has stated time and again that he’s not really feeling the pressure of being the consensus first-overall pick of the upcoming NBA Draft. The 19-year-old has also declared that he’s not getting bogged down by being called the greatest prospect of all time. While some might misinterpret this as an overconfident kid who […]

The NBA Draft is Thursday and the Portland Trail Blazers will be picking third. It is now time to continue our NBA Draft odds series with a No. 3 overall selection prediction and pick. With Victor Wembanya expected to be the top pick in the draft on Thursday, the number three pick in the draft […]

The big man is in The Big Apple Tuesday night, and he made sure to drop by and catch a New York Yankees game — but not before throwing the first pitch at Yankee Stadium. Of course, we are talking about Victor Wembanyama, who is just a couple of days away from becoming a San […]

The NBA Draft is Thursday and the Charlotte Hornets will be picking second. It is now time to continue our NBA Draft odds series with a No. 2 overall selection prediction and pick. With Victor Wembanya expected to be the top pick in the draft on Thursday, the biggest question is who the Hornets will […]

To say that there’s now a lot of pressure on the shoulders of top NBA Draft prospect Victor Wembanyama would be a complete understatement at this point. After all, some folks have been saying that he’s the best draft prospect since LeBron James. Others have even gone as far as saying that he’s the best-ever […]

With the 2023 NBA Draft just around the corner, the Indiana Pacers have been linked to myriad prospects, including UCF big man Taylor Hendricks and Houston forward Jarace Walker. Both players make sense given the Pacers have been trying to address their need for a starting power forward for years, and both players could dramatically […]

All eyes will be on the San Antonio Spurs on Thursday night as they look to turn a page in the history books of their franchise by selecting Victor Wembanyama as the No. 1 overall pick in the upcoming 2023 NBA Draft. While there’s no denying that the 19-year-old phenom is the ultimate draw of […]

The Philadelphia 76ers could make franchise history in the 2023 NBA Draft. Currently, there are no Sixers draft picks on the board, which would mean the franchise could fully sit out of the draft for the first time ever. However, the latest NBA rumors are that general manager Daryl Morey has a plan to get […]

The 2023 NBA Draft (5:00 p.m. PT, ABC/ESPN) tips off Thursday night at Barclays Center, where generational prospect Victor Wembanyama and other future stars will finally realize life-long dreams of reaching the league. The San Antonio Spurs won the lottery back in May, giving them another opportunity to build a dynasty around an elite big […]

When it comes to bad NBA Draft classes, there are a few that come to mind. Heck, some people would even consider the recent 2013 draft class, which saw Anthony Bennett go No. 1 overall. He is no longer even in the league. But a deeper look at that year shows that players such as […]

New York Knicks star Julius Randle was one of the top prospects in the 2014 NBA Draft class. He averaged a double-double of 15.1 points and 10.4 rebounds in his single season of college basketball with the Kentucky Wildcats. After his standout season at Kentucky, the storied Los Angeles Lakers franchise drafted Randle with the […]