2026 NBA Draft: Winners, Losers and Team Missteps
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.
Jun 25, 2026
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SMU Standout Jaron Pierre Jr. Drafted by New Orleans Pelicans, Eyes Summer League Test
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.
Jun 25, 2026
ACC Dominates 2026 NBA Draft with Record 12 Selections
Twelve players from the Atlantic Coast Conference were chosen in the 2026 NBA Draft, the most since 2019, highlighting a deep pool of future NBA talent.
Jun 25, 2026
Otega Oweh Drafted 41st, Traded to Oklahoma City Thunder
The Kentucky senior guard was selected 41st overall in the 2026 NBA Draft and immediately dealt to the Oklahoma City Thunder, where he will look to extend a Wildcats‑to‑NBA pipeline that has produced multiple MVP‑caliber players.
Jun 25, 2026
CBS Sports unveils early ACC tier rankings for 2026‑27 season
A five‑tier projection sorts the conference’s programs, with Duke in the top tier and a bottom bucket labeled “The Basement.”
Jun 5, 2026