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11 future NBA prospects who emerged at FIBA's U16 events in Europe and Africa
Several stars of tomorrow emerged at August's FIBA events in Europe and Africa. Get to know them.
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2022 NBA draft top 100: Who's on track for next year's lottery?
Storylines are emerging around a 2022 class that again looks strong near the top and could feature plenty of experience.
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'I thought it was a bad pick': College coaches on NBA draft surprises, best values
Jeff Borzello asked college basketball head coaches and assistants for their candid feelings on 2021 draft results.
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Who impressed, underwhelmed and earned an "A" grade in the draft?
From blockbuster trades to shocking lottery picks, our experts break down everything from a wild draft night.
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Chet Holmgren, Caleb Houstan among college stars to watch in advance of 2022 draft
Holmgren and Houstan starred at the recent FIBA U19 World Cup in Latvia. Here's what we can expect to see from them over the coming season.
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Why this year's NBA draft class is getting historic buzz
Scouts and execs are saying this year's top five could produce multiple All-Stars.
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Answering the biggest NBA draft questions about Cade Cunningham
Cunningham is the overwhelming favorite to go No. 1 in the 2021 NBA draft.
Baylor
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Davion Mitchell is this draft's most NBA-ready prospect
After leading Baylor to a national title, Mitchell is ready to take the NBA by storm.
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Meet Australia's Josh Giddey, a potential 2021 NBA lottery pick
This 6-foot-8 playmaker put up LaMelo Ball-type numbers in Australia's NBL.
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2021 NBA draft: The Nikola Jokic effect is real
Meet the prospect who has scouts saying they won't repeat their 2014 mistake.
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NBA draft assets for all 30 teams
What upcoming draft picks and traded picks does every NBA team owe and own?
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Five Ben Simmons trades we want to see
Will Philadelphia swing a Ben Simmons deal this summer? Here are some of our favorite options for 76ers president Daryl Morey.
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2022 NBA mock draft: An early look at all 59 (yes, 59) picks
With the 2021 draft behind us, storylines are beginning to emerge in what looks like another deep (and big-focused) draft.
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Who wins the Celtics-Hawks-Kings multi-player deal?
In a three-team deal, the Kings land some insurance at center with Tristan Thompson, while the Hawks and Celtics both land veteran guards. Which team comes out ahead? Kevin Pelton hands out his grades.
Derrick Favors
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NBA trade grades: What dealing Derrick Favors to OKC means for the Utah Jazz and Thunder
The Jazz sent center Derrick Favors and a future first to OKC to create some cap flexibility, while the Thunder acquired yet another first-round pick. Kevin Pelton hands out the grades.
Cade Cunningham
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Stephen A.'s biggest concern with Cade Cunningham's game
Stephen A. Smith explains why he hopes Cade Cunningham can prove he has a high motor in the NBA.
Aaron Holiday
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NBA trade grades: Who wins the Wizards-Pacers deal for Aaron Holiday?
The Wizards filled a need at point guard after trading Russell Westbrook to the Lakers earlier on draft night.
Warriors
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Warriors select Jonathan Kuminga with the seventh pick
The Warriors select Jonathan Kuminga with the seventh pick in the NBA draft.
RaiQuan Gray
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RaiQuan Gray's NBA draft profile
Check out the highlights of former Florida State forward RaiQuan Gray.
Jericho Sims
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Jericho Sims' NBA draft profile
Take a look at the highlights from former Texas forward Jericho Sims.
Aaron Wiggins
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Aaron Wiggins' NBA draft profile
Check out highlights from former Maryland guard Aaron Wiggins.
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LA Clippers owner Steve Ballmer 'building our own presence, identity' with new arena
The new home of the LA Clippers, which is slated to open in Inglewood for the 2024-25 season, will provide "our own presence, identity," owner Steve Ballmer said. "We needed to say, 'We're our own guys. We don't play in the same place as the other guys.'"
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NBA predictions: Our panel's picks for Team Turmoil, Team Turnaround and pressing 2021-22 questions
Which teams are headed for sudden rises and dramatic falls? Is Ben Simmons a Sixer on opening night? Will LeBron deliver another title to Lakerland? Our NBA forecast concludes with Team Turmoil, Team Turnaround and pressing NBA questions.
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Dallas Mavericks sign free agent Frank Ntilikina, No. 8 pick in 2017 draft
Free-agent guard Frank Ntilikina, whom the New York Knicks took with the No. 8 pick of the 2017 NBA draft, has signed with the Dallas Mavericks.
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Goorjian breaks down Giddey's talent & Tokyo squad decision
Brian Goorjian joins Ball and the Real World to discuss the tough call not to include Josh Giddey in the Tokyo squad, and how important he is to the Boomers' future.
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Exum was 'fearless' in Tokyo
Boomers coach Brian Goorjian heaps praise on the ferocious, determined way in which Dante Exum played and practiced during their Olympic campaign.
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Giannis Antetokounmpo in Greece as mom, brother handed citizenship
NBA star Giannis Antetokounmpo was in Greece for a meeting with the country's prime minister Thursday and a special ceremony to bestow Greek citizenship on his mother, Veronica, and younger brother Alex.
