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Jay Bilas: My 10 favorite players in this NBA draft, and how each could be a star
We get that this isn't a Victor Wembanyama draft, but there is a lot to like about these prospects.
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Our NBA draft cheat sheet: Everything you need to know
When is the draft? How do I watch? Who are the top players? What is the pick order? We have you covered.
TOP HEADLINES
HAWKS TALK
Both Murray and Young gone? Five moves the Hawks could make with the No. 1 pick
The futures of Dejounte Murray, Trae Young and Atlanta's top pick hang in the balance on the eve of the draft. ESPN's Kevin Pelton presents options.
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TALKING BASKETBALL
Shannon Sharpe: JJ Redick knows what he's getting into with Lakers
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Are the Knicks the best fit for OG Anunoby?
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BETTING THE NBA DRAFT
Lakers emerge as odds-on favorite to draft Bronny James
As the 2024 NBA draft approaches, sportsbooks have seen plenty of interest in Bronny James' markets.
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FOCUS ON THE OFFSEASON
New team-building rules could ruin a few NBA contenders' offseasons
The CBA's first and second "aprons" are about to get even more restrictive. And it's forcing tough choices around the league, including for the past five NBA champions.
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Lowe: There's some hurt feelings between Klay and the Warriors
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MORE DRAFT DISCUSSION
Edey to the Heat, Sarr to the Wizards: Predicting all 58 NBA draft picks
The draft begins on Wednesday. Will the Hawks, Wizards and Rockets take best-player-available approaches or will trades ensue? Let's project how things will play out.
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Predicting Round 1 of the NBA draft: Biggest questions around Clingan, Sarr and more
When will Zaccharie Risacher, Alex Sarr and Donovan Clingan be drafted? Plus: A fan-powered mock draft.
ANDSCAPE
Andscape
NBA prospect Tyler Smith uses bowling to relieve pressures of draft
19-year-old forward became addicted to sport while playing with G League Ignite
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Andscape
Isaiah Collier has a message for doubters going into the NBA draft
MEMORABLE LOOKS
From Wembanyama to LeBron, two decades of NBA draft top-pick style
From Paolo Banchero's purple suit and "P5" chain to LeBron James' all-white look, NBA top-draft-pick fashion has evolved greatly over the years.
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FREE AGENCY FOCUS
Grading 2024 NBA free agent moves: What do the Raptors get for giving a $270M max to Barnes?
Kevin Pelton examines and grades the biggest NBA free agency moves, including Scottie Barnes, Pascal Siakam and Malik Monk.
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NBA free agency 2024: Latest signings, news, buzz and reports
Here's everything you need to know about the 2024 NBA free agency window.
Top Headlines
- Porzingis scheduled for surgery, to miss Olympics
- 'No podcasts': Redick says goal with Lakers is title
- Reports: Knicks' Anunoby opts out of contract
- Warriors prep for 'emotion' of Klay negotiations
- Bryson Graham hired as Pelicans' new GM
- Sources: Wolves, Finch agree on 4-year extension
- Sources: Cavaliers hiring Atkinson as new coach
- Mock draft: Predictions for all 58 picks
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NBA free agency 2024: Priorities, player needs for 30 teams
The start of free agency will quickly come after the draft ends. Here's everything you need to know about each team as the offseason ramps up.
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NBA free agency 2024: Reaction and grades for the biggest signings
Kevin Pelton examines and grades the biggest NBA free agency moves, including Scottie Barnes, Pascal Siakam and Malik Monk.
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NBA offseason 2024: Franchise overhaul tiers, from title contenders to full rebuilds
Which contenders are one move from the NBA title conversation? Which lottery teams could crash the playoff party next season? See which of the 10 tiers your team falls into.
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How Donovan Clingan's, Zach Edey's big game sets them apart
Two of the NBA draft's most intriguing players are labeled as throwbacks to a big-man NBA era, yet there's plenty of appeal for these outliers.
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Long-awaited confetti and champagne from inside the Celtics' locker room: 'Nobody wanted to give us no time'
Despite nearly a decade of noise and calls to break up the Jayson Tatum-Jaylen Brown duo, Boston stuck to its guns -- and will hang its 18th banner because of it.
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NBA Power Rankings, way-too-early edition: Our post-Finals look at all 30 teams' 2024-25
With the Celtics claiming the 2024 NBA title, let's see where all 30 teams stand in the NBA Power Rankings ahead of an important offseason.
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