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The New Orleans Pelicans broke a twelve‑game summer league losing streak on Tuesday, outscoring the Charlotte Hornets 95‑91 after erasing an 18‑point hole. Hunter Dickinson led the scoring with 21 points, while Kobe Bufkin added 19 and six rebounds. The team now faces the Phoenix Suns, with the game set to air live on the Gulf Coast Sports & Entertainment Network.
Five former Missouri Tigers basketball players entered the NBA 2K27 Summer League in Las Vegas, Nevada, with notable performances and an ongoing eligibility battle for Shawn Phillips Jr.
Former Michigan players Yaxel Lendeborg, Morez Johnson Jr. and Kobe Bufkin delivered eye‑catching performances in the Las Vegas Summer League, highlighting their potential for the new NBA season.
Eleven former Michigan players are set to compete in the NBA Summer League, each navigating new contracts and team assignments.
The university announced the hiring of Joe Barrer, a seasoned coach with extensive G League and college experience, to lead the program's development for the 2026‑27 season.
Three SMU alumni—Jaron Pierre Jr., B.J. Edwards and Boopie Miller—are set to compete in the 2026 NBA Summer League in Las Vegas, each joining a different NBA franchise after distinguished college performances.
Michigan's top recruits have chosen to remain with the Wolverines under interim coach Mike Boynton Jr., while NBA prospects and staff moves signal significant developments for the program.
Solomon Washington, a New Orleans native and G.W. Carver High School star, has agreed to a free‑agent contract with the New Orleans Pelicans, aiming to contribute immediately during the upcoming Summer League.
Alabama's Amari Allen, a do‑it‑all wing, is projected to be selected between seventh and tenth overall in the 2027 NBA Draft after a promising freshman campaign.
The Indiana Pacers have added former Washington Huskies standout Keion Brooks Jr. to their Summer League roster, a move that highlights the team's search for depth at small forward after trading Bennedict Mathurin to the Los Angeles Clippers.
A look at the NBA’s offseason maneuvers that could dramatically alter the fantasy outlook of key frontcourt players across the league.
Ian Schieffelin, celebrated for his basketball achievements and recent ACC honor, is set to play for the Miami Heat in the NBA Summer League, joining fellow Clemson alumni Chase Hunter and Jestin Porter who are also preparing for professional opportunities.
Former Kansas center Hunter Dickinson, a restricted free agent, will play for the New Orleans Pelicans in the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas, bringing his rebounding prowess and scoring ability to a new professional environment.
Hunter Dickinson inks a two‑way contract with the New Orleans Pelicans, joining their summer league roster in Las Vegas after a standout college and G League season.
After a foot injury ended his brief Denver Nuggets tenure, Bates returns to the court with a fresh contract, eyeing a summer‑league showcase and a chance to re‑establish his professional career.
The 2026 NBA Draft delivered a series of thoughtful choices, with teams prioritizing fit and future potential over headline‑making trades.
Shawn Phillips Jr., a 7‑foot center from Missouri, has agreed to a professional contract with the New Orleans Pelicans as he simultaneously contests the NCAA's new eligibility rule in court.
Shawn Phillips Jr. has inked his first professional contract with the New Orleans Pelicans, joining Mark Mitchell, who also signed with the Denver Nuggets, as the latest Tigers to transition to the NBA under Coach Dennis Gates.
The 2026 NBA Draft has already begun to shape the conversation around next season’s fantasy leagues, with analysts dissecting each selection and its potential impact on the court.
SMU’s basketball program celebrates a high‑profile draft pick, a rising international addition, and a top‑100 historic ranking, while the Pelicans prepare to assess Pierre Jr. against NBA talent.
Bleacher Report analyst Jonathan Wasserman forecasts Cameron Williams, Patrick Ngongba II and Bryson Howard as early‑round selections, underscoring Duke’s continued pipeline to the NBA.
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.
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.
Labaron Philon's ascent from a 45% shooter to a 50% field‑goal performer culminated in a 22nd‑overall pick, marking Alabama's first first‑round selection since 2023.