NBA Draft

The NBA Draft Combine got underway in Chicago this week as prospects underwent physical testing and shooting drills ahead of the June draft. Early results highlighted several standouts and concerns among top prospects.

9. maj 2026 Rapporteret af AI

The 2026 NBA Draft Lottery takes place in Chicago today at 3 p.m. ET, setting the order for the top 14 picks. Washington, Indiana and Brooklyn each hold the best 14 percent chance at the No. 1 selection.

Darius Acuff Jr., the 19-year-old Arkansas point guard, signed a signature shoe deal with Reebok on Tuesday, becoming the first male college athlete to do so. Acuff has led the Razorbacks through two NCAA Tournament wins, scoring 60 points and dishing 13 assists. The deal comes amid strong tournament play but questions from NBA scouts about his defense.

7. marts 2026 Rapporteret af AI

As the NCAA regular season ends, mock drafts for the 2026 NBA Draft spotlight a deep class of freshmen prospects. AJ Dybantsa of BYU leads projections with his scoring prowess, while Darryn Peterson of Kansas and Cameron Boozer of Duke round out the top trio. A SB Nation poll names Dybantsa the most exciting future NBA player to watch.

North Carolina freshman forward Caleb Wilson suffered a fracture in his left hand during the first half of the Tar Heels' 75-66 loss at Miami on Tuesday. The university announced the injury on Thursday, February 12, 2026, after additional imaging revealed the damage despite initial negative X-rays. Wilson, a projected top-five pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, is out indefinitely as evaluations continue.

26. januar 2026 Rapporteret af AI

Golden State Warriors owner Joe Lacob faces criticism for influencing draft decisions and team strategy in ways that may undermine Stephen Curry's remaining prime years. Fans and former players argue that Lacob's desire for a post-Curry sequel is wasting the superstar's championship potential. The opinion piece highlights specific draft choices and past contract considerations as evidence of Lacob's ego-driven approach.