These NBA Draft prospects lost millions by declaring way too early
These NBA Draft prospects fell out of the first round — and risked millions of dollars in NIL compensation and future NBA earnings in the process.
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These NBA Draft prospects fell out of the first round — and risked millions of dollars in NIL compensation and future NBA earnings in the process.
Jaylin Sellers capped his college career with a breakout season at Providence, averaging 18.3 points while shooting 42.9 percent from three and 85.9 percent from the free-throw line. His combination of shot-making and efficiency helped elevate him onto NBA draft boards despite never entering Round 1 discussions.
Buddy Hield emerges as latest Heat trade target as they look to fill out the roster around Giannis Antetokounmpo.
PHOENIX – Phoenix Suns fans were emotional and overwhelmed with joy after seeing one of their own get drafted to the Valley in the 2026 NBA Draft. Hometown kid staying in the Valley 🏜️ The newest member of the Phoenix Suns: Koa Peat! pic.twitter.com/tchTwC7nPh — Phoenix Suns (@Suns) June 24, 2026 When the Phoenix Suns […]
The Milwaukee Bucks added Brayden Burries and Nate Ament with their two lottery picks after the Giannis Antetokounmpo trade. Their depth chart is... worrisome.
Here's why what didn't happen for the Detroit Pistons in the first round of the 2026 NBA Draft is a major win for the Boston Celtics.
Herald Celtics’ Derrick White hired as president of basketball strategy at alma mater Will Celtics trade Jaylen Brown? Brad Stevens won’t ‘predict the future’ Celtics draft Houston big man Chris Cenac Jr. with 27th overall pick What’s next for Jaylen Brown, Celtics after failed Giannis Antetokounmpo bid? Globe Brad Stevens was noncommittal on Jaylen Brown’s […]
Who will the Hawks add alongside Kingston Flemings and Zuby Ejiofor tonight at 57th overall (barring a trade)? Please join in the comments below as you follow along. Where, When, and How to Watch and Listen Location: Barclays Center, Brooklyn, New York, NY Start Time: 8:00 PM EDT TV: ABC, ESPN Radio: Sports Radio 92.9 the Game (WZGC-FM) Streaming: ESPN+, […]
After the Timberwolves traded Julius Randle, Naz Reid will join the starting lineup and his fit with the rest of the team couldn't be clearer.
The second round of the 2026 NBA Draft is tonight at 8 p.m. ET on ESPN. The Washington Wizards hold the No. 51 and No. 60 picks, or at least held them at around 6:40 a.m. ET when I wrote this first thing in the morning. The Washington Mystics also play the Minnesota Lynx at […]
After trading up to select Sergio De Larrea with the No. 25 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, the 6-foot-6 point guard will help fix the Dallas Mavericks' lack of positional size in the backcourt.
Jaden Henley emerged as one of the Mountain West's most productive players during his lone season at Grand Canyon. The 6'7" guard earned First-Team All-Mountain West honors after leading the Antelopes and ranking third in the conference in scoring at 17.7 points per game.
PHOENIX – For a team with limited draft capital, the Phoenix Suns aren’t operating as one. The franchise traded three second-round picks and cash to the New York Knicks for the 30th overall pick to draft Arizona’s Koa Peat. A heartwarming and cool moment to select the hometown kid, but it does murky up the future […]
PHOENIX – The Phoenix Suns made one of the most intriguing moves of the 2026 NBA Draft when they traded up to select Arizona forward Koa Peat with the final pick of the first round. It was a move that signaled more than just talent acquisition. It showed a commitment to bringing local basketball success […]
The Chicago Bulls selected Texas wing Dailyn Swain with the No. 15 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, and fans should be thrilled with this Jalen Brunson comparison.
Austin Reaves went undrafted out of college and had a tough mountain to climb to even reach the NBA.
Tyler Nickel continued to build his reputation as one of college basketball's most reliable perimeter shooters during his final season at Vanderbilt. The 6'6" wing averaged 13.5 points while knocking down 40.0 percent of his three-point attempts—his third year in a row averaging roughly 40 percent from deep.
Draymond Green and Yaxel Lendeborg are different in so many ways. The former is 36 years old, has completed 14 seasons in the NBA, and is putting the finishing touches on a Hall of Fame career; the latter is 23, and just beginning an NBA journey that began on Tuesday, when the Golden State Warriors […]
The Heat have picked up their $2.3MM team option on Pelle Larsson for the 2026/27 season, the team announced (via Twitter). After being selected in the second round of the 2024 draft, Larsson signed a three-year deal that included a team option in the third year. Larsson’s salary will remain non-guaranteed until the start of […]
DHJ Quick Take: Celtics Open To Trading Brown For Elite Big The Boston Celtics are willing to trade small forward Jaylen Brown for a “big man,” according to Chris Mannix of Sports Illustrated. Boston offered Brown to the Milwaukee Bucks for superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo, who was traded to the Miami Heat. Brown was upset when […]
Los Angeles Clippers president of basketball operations Lawrence Frank revealed the Clippers' reasoning heading into the draft. The post Clippers Executive Explains Winning Mentality Behind Draft Pick appeared first on LA Sports Report.
Quadir Copeland put together the most complete season of his college career after transferring to NC State. The 6'6" guard averaged 13.9 points, 6.5 assists and 1.8 steals while showcasing one of the more intriguing all-around skill sets among non-first-round prospects.
PHOENIX – One of the best moments during NBA draft cycles is the reaction of young men having their dream come true. The draft fulfills a dream that they have had since a kid, but for some, that moment becomes sweeter because of the team. The Phoenix Suns traded three second-round picks for the 30th pick […]
Yesterday the Portland Trail Blazers welcomed Micah Nori as their next head coach. The hire came after an extended process. Though rumors of their search started in May, the Blazers were the last NBA franchise to fill their vacant coaching position this summer. Along with the appointment came news of a highly-unusual contract structure for […]
For every college star chasing a lifelong dream of reaching the NBA, one stage stands above all others. Every June, future franchise cornerstones walk across that stage, shake the commissioner’s hand, and officially become professionals. For more than a decade, that moment has unfolded inside Barclays Center in Brooklyn. The NBA Draft did not always […] The post Brooklyn’s Biggest Night: Why Barclays Remains the Home of NBA Draft appeared first on EssentiallySports .