Baseball’s July 12‑18 Hall of Oddities
From a pitcher’s disastrous debut to historic hitting streaks, the baseball calendar between July 12 and 18 is littered with moments that still spark debate among fans and scholars.
Jul 25, 2026
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Larry Jackson
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The Legacy of No. 1 NBA Draft Picks: Colleges, Schools, and the Road to the Top
Since 1947, the NBA Draft has produced a parade of No. 1 overall selections, many of whom honed their games at top collegiate programs. This article traces the schools and high schools that have supplied the league’s most coveted first‑overall talents, spotlighting Duke’s six picks, the Cavaliers’ record six selections, and the rise of phenoms like Cooper Flagg.
Jun 23, 2026