NBA Draft
Wizards win 2026 NBA Draft Lottery for No. 1 pick
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The Washington Wizards secured the No. 1 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft Lottery on Sunday. The Utah Jazz, Memphis Grizzlies, Chicago Bulls and Los Angeles Clippers followed in the top five. The results set the stage for potential blockbuster trades involving veterans like Anthony Davis and Kawhi Leonard.
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.
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Kansas guard Darryn Peterson has attributed his season-long cramping issues to high-dose creatine supplementation. The revelation comes as he remains in contention for the top spot in the 2026 NBA Draft.
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.
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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.
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.
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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.
Rumors highlight scenarios for top NBA draft prospects
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April 23, 2026 10:12BYU's AJ Dybantsa declares for 2026 NBA draft
March 04, 2026 19:21Kansas' Darryn Peterson leads Gary Parrish's 2026 NBA mock draft
March 03, 2026 13:15BYU star AJ Dybantsa teases potential return to college
February 27, 2026 03:00CBS Sports mocks BYU's AJ Dybantsa as top pick in 2026 NBA draft
February 24, 2026 01:52Kansas guard Darryn Peterson navigates health concerns and draft speculation
February 12, 2026 03:08UNC freshman Caleb Wilson out indefinitely with hand fracture