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Updated Top 100 rankings for the 2026 NBA draft: Which top prospects are rising and falling?
Which top prospects shifted the most on our first rankings update? Here's our 100 big board for the 2026 class.
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Scouts, coaches weigh in on three-man race for No. 1 pick in 2026 NBA draft
It's a tight race at the top of the 2026 NBA draft. We talked to insiders to learn where things stand now.
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Woo's debut 2026 mock draft: Where Peterson, Dybantsa, Boozer could land
Early injuries scattering the No. 1 pick race? Only two guards in the top 10? Let's project all 30 picks for the 2026 first round.
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An NBA fan's guide to college basketball: 10 teams with most prospects
We know Duke is loaded with talent. Here are nine other teams NBA fans should be watching this college season.
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The best, worst and most surprising of the NBA draft: Favorite picks, classes and rookie-year predictions
Who was the steal of the draft? Which teams made risky moves? Our experts share their postdraft superlatives.
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Grades for all 30 NBA draft classes: Best picks, biggest reaches and which teams got value
Who won the NBA draft? Which picks and trades stood out? Kevin Pelton grades every team's moves.
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Updated Top 100 rankings for the 2026 NBA draft: Which top prospects are rising and falling?
Which top prospects shifted the most on our first rankings update? Here's our 100 big board for the 2026 class.
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Scouts, coaches weigh in on three-man race for No. 1 pick in 2026 NBA draft
It's a tight race at the top of the 2026 NBA draft. We talked to insiders to learn where things stand now.
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Why some NBA teams might avoid a Giannis or AD trade: 'Cost of a mistake is too high'
One superstar trade away from NBA title contention? You better be right. If not, the consequences have never been harsher.
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Woo's debut 2026 mock draft: Where Peterson, Dybantsa, Boozer could land
Early injuries scattering the No. 1 pick race? Only two guards in the top 10? Let's project all 30 picks for the 2026 first round.
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Grading 50-plus NBA deals, including Daniels' $100 million extension with Hawks
Kevin Pelton breaks down the most impactful signings, including Kevin Durant reaching a extension with the Rockets.
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Paolo Banchero, Trae Young: Breaking down 10 names that could define NBA season
ESPN's Tim Bontemps breaks down players and personnel that will play major roles on the court and beyond.
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Why Karim López looms as Mexico's first NBA star
The Sonora teenager is poised to become the first Mexican-born player to be drafted in the NBA's first round, a feat that would lift his local celebrity to unlimited heights.
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Live NBA trade tracker: Details for every deal of the 2025 offseason
Which deals are getting done this summer? We're tracking every offseason trade.
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It has never been tougher to build an NBA dynasty: 'You literally can't mess anything up'
The NBA is in the midst of a historic stretch of parity. Is that a good thing?
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Lakers' next era: Fits around Luka, LeBron's future, and why 2027 could change everything
The Lakers locked in Luka Doncic. Now what? NBA insiders examine the moves L.A. can and should make to build its next title team.
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NBA all-in tiers: What all 30 teams are chasing in 2025-26
Not everyone can be all-in for the title in 2025-26. See each franchise's priority No. 1 for the upcoming season.
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Aussies helping change the NBA game: Proctor
Cleveland Cavaliers rookie Tyrese Proctor says Australia is helping "change the game" of basketball as a record-equalling draft cohort prepares for its NBA dream to become reality.
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NBA summer storylines we're still watching, including the Kuminga saga at Golden State
The NBA's offseason flurry is winding down, but key restricted free agent and superstar extension decisions are still looming.
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NBA execs debate the rookie class: Flagg runaway ROY? Biggest steal? Best pick?
ESPN's Jeremy Woo polled executives and scouts on this NBA season's upcoming rookie class. Who will win ROY? Which players will surpass expectations?
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2025 NBA rebuild rankings: Where Spurs, Mavs, Suns check in
Is Dallas' rebuild already complete? How close is San Antonio? We examine the paths forward for 14 teams that missed the playoffs.
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Regrading the biggest moves of the 2024 NBA offseason, one year later
NBA expert Kevin Pelton looks back at 10 of the biggest trade and free agency moves and regrades them.
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2025 NBA summer league superlatives: Promising rookies, impactful veterans
From Cooper Flagg to veteran players, Kevin Pelton hands out superlatives for 2025 NBA summer league.
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Schroeder hits late 3 in OT as Kings stun Rockets 125-124
— Dennis Schroder made a 3-pointer with 2.2 seconds remaining in overtime, lifting the Sacramento Kings to a 125-124 victory over the Houston Rockets on Sunday night.
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Houston Rockets vs. Sacramento Kings: Game Highlights
Houston Rockets vs. Sacramento Kings: Game Highlights
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Fox scores 27, leads Spurs to 124-113 win over Wizards
— De’Aaron Fox scored 27 points and sank five 3-pointers to help the San Antonio Spurs ease to a 124-113 victory over the Washington Wizards on Sunday night.
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San Antonio Spurs vs. Washington Wizards: Game Highlights
San Antonio Spurs vs. Washington Wizards: Game Highlights
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Edwards scores 24 as Wolves outlast Bucks 103-100 for their 9th win in 11 games
— Anthony Edwards scored 24 points despite a poor night shooting and the Minnesota Timberwolves rode timely 3-pointers from Donte DiVincenzo and Terrence Shannon Jr. to a 103-100 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks on Sunday.
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Milwaukee Bucks vs. Minnesota Timberwolves: Game Highlights
Milwaukee Bucks vs. Minnesota Timberwolves: Game Highlights
