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Duke sophomore Isaiah Evans, a top 3‑point shooter and second‑leading scorer, was chosen 33rd overall in the 2026 NBA Draft and immediately traded to the Minnesota Timberwolves, adding a new chapter to his budding professional career.
The first round of the NBA Draft saw the Sacramento Kings select guard Darius Acuff Jr. seventh overall, a move that has drawn acclaim from basketball analysts who see him as a long‑term cornerstone and a possible Rookie of the Year candidate.
Caleb Wilson, drafted by the Chicago Bulls in the first round, brings a strong collegiate résumé and is projected to be a Day One starter as the team looks to break a four‑year playoff drought.
Pat Kelsey’s diplomatic response to his exclusion from the NBA Draft masks a deep admiration for Mikel Brown Jr., yet the player’s lack of gratitude raises broader questions about loyalty in modern college sports.
Drafted 20th overall, Quaintance must navigate a medical timeline that could sideline him until December, raising questions about his fit with a Spurs team riding the momentum of Victor Wembanyama’s rise.
The first round of the 2026 NBA Draft has already set the stage for fantasy basketball storylines, with several rookies landing in ideal situations and a few teams missing out on top talent.
Iowa State Cyclones guard Tamin Lipsey, celebrated for his defensive mastery and playmaking, is absent from recent NBA mock drafts, casting doubt on his immediate entry into the league.
A look at the Illinois Fighting Illini guard's draft outlook, his distinctive style, and the concerns surrounding a potential Brooklyn Nets selection.
The Brooklyn Nets selected forward Joshua Jefferson with the 28th overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, capping a collegiate journey that saw him set numerous Big 12 records and earn consensus All‑American honors.
Labaron Philon Jr. was selected by the Philadelphia 76ers with the 22nd pick in the first round of the 2026 NBA Draft, highlighting a breakthrough year for Alabama basketball.
After a injury‑plagued college career, Jayden Quaintance was chosen 20th overall by the San Antonio Spurs, marking a milestone for both the player and his coach.
A look at the draft outlook for Iowa State’s rising star Joshua Jefferson and the puzzling absence of defensive ace Tamin Lipsey from NBA mock drafts.
With the NBA Draft looming, ESPN analyst Jeremy Woo predicts that forward Nate Ament could be selected ninth overall by the Dallas Mavericks, a move that would pair him with Cooper Flagg and reshape the franchise’s frontcourt.
ESPN’s latest mock draft places Tennessee’s freshman forward Nate Ament with the Dallas Mavericks at the ninth overall pick, envisioning a potential partnership with projected top‑pick Cooper Flagg and a strategy that keeps Kyrie Irving in Dallas.
Ament’s projected top‑10 pick, alongside Tennessee teammates Okpara and Gillespie, underscores the volatility of this year’s draft.
The upcoming draft boasts a wealth of talent, and teams are eyeing specific needs as they map potential landings for the most coveted prospects.
AJ Dybantsa is the betting favorite for the first overall selection, while Richie Saunders, despite an ACL injury, is projected across multiple teams in the second round.
Darius Acuff, Meleek Thomas and Trevon Brazile are projected to be selected in the NBA Draft, each bringing unique skills and achievements that have captured the attention of scouts and fans alike.
Arkansas' recent college stars are projected to be selected in the upcoming NBA Draft, with Acuff expected in the top ten, Thomas slated for the late first round and Brazile anticipated in the early second round.
Former Kansas players face restricted and unrestricted free agency, with contract options and extensions shaping their next NBA destinations.
Dusty May, who guided Michigan to a national championship and a 64‑13 record, has accepted the head coaching position with the Dallas Mavericks, bringing his proven player‑development pedigree to the NBA.
Mikel Brown Jr. is projected as a top‑10 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, joining a lineage of Louisville players who have shaped the NBA.
Texas A&M coach Bucky McMillan questions the scale of NIL spending in the SEC, while NBA insider Brandon Robinson highlights Darius Acuff Jr.’s standout performances and the growing interest from the Sacramento Kings and Brooklyn Nets.
Alabama has produced 48 NBA draft picks since 1949, ranking seventh in the SEC. The program’s alumni include top‑10 selections, Hall‑of‑Famer Ben Wallace, and a new generation of prospects poised to extend its legacy.