NBA Draft

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.

7. mai 2026 Rapportert av AI

Speculation is mounting ahead of the NBA draft lottery as teams evaluate top prospects including AJ Dybantsa, Cameron Boozer and Caleb Wilson. Analysts point to Dybantsa as the likely No. 1 pick while noting possible surprises in the top three selections.

University of North Carolina freshman Caleb Wilson has suffered a season-ending injury to his right thumb during practice on March 5, 2026. The 19-year-old star, who was set to return from a previous left-hand injury, will undergo surgery and miss the remainder of the season, including March Madness. This blow comes at a critical time for the No. 17 Tar Heels as they prepare for their rivalry game against No. 1 Duke.

4. mars 2026 Rapportert av AI

In a projection for the 2026 NBA Draft, CBS Sports' Gary Parrish ranks Kansas guard Darryn Peterson as the top overall pick. The mock draft prioritizes the best available prospects over team needs, with BYU's AJ Dybantsa and Duke's Cameron Boozer following closely. Peterson's inconsistent season has raised questions, but Parrish expects him to emerge as the consensus choice.

The Dallas Mavericks are reportedly considering postponing Kyrie Irving's return from a torn ACL until the 2026-27 season amid the team's ongoing struggles. This decision stems from their poor standing in the Western Conference and a focus on the upcoming NBA Draft. Irving has expressed a desire to play this season, but discussions are anticipated given the Mavs' position.

31. desember 2025 Rapportert av AI

Following the NCAA's clearance of 2023 NBA draftee James Nnaji to join Baylor midseason—as detailed in prior coverage—the decision has sparked intense debate. NCAA President Charlie Baker clarified limits on eligibility, while coaches like Tom Izzo and John Calipari criticize loopholes, and executives eye similar moves for other prospects.