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On YouTubeNBA News / Hoops Rumors / June 26
Clippers to acquire No. 50 pick Kobe Sanders from Knicks
The Knicks moved down to No. 51, acquiring the draft rights from Luka Mitrovic from L.A. in the deal, reports Jake Fischer of The Stein Line. New York used the 51st overall pick on French forward Mohamed Diawara.
Arkansas Razorbacks News / Hoops Rumors / June 26
Lakers to acquire No. 36 pick, take Arkansas' Adou Thiero
The Lakers have agreed to acquire the No. 36 overall pick in the draft and used it to select Arkansas forward Adou Thiero, per Shams Charania of ESPN.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Larry Brown Sports / June 26
Report: Dan Gilbert could sell ownership stake in Cavaliers
Cleveland Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert may be looking to downsize.
The 'No. 2 NBA Draft picks' quiz
Starting in 1985, the NBA implemented a lottery system in order to determine which team receives the No. 1 overall pick in that year's draft. But, this time we don't want you to name the top pick, but instead the pick that came after No. 1. How many of the second overall picks from this time can you name in six minutes?
Dennis Schroder News / Detroit Pistons on SI / June 26
NBA insider has encouraging update on Pistons' free-agent situation
As the Detroit Pistons approach the opening of free agency, they have a handful of key players with expiring contracts.
Duke Blue Devils News / Yardbarker / June 26
Mavericks GM's bold take on Cooper Flagg is premature
Dallas Mavericks general manager Nico Harrison was obviously thrilled with the opportunity to draft Duke superstar Cooper Flagg No. 1 overall in the 2025 NBA Draft.
Baylor Bears News / Yardbarker / June 26
Paul George is perfect mentor for 76ers' first-rounder VJ Edgecombe
Paul George, once one of the NBA's top two-way stars, foresees a similar ceiling for VJ Edgecombe.
Brooklyn Nets News / Yardbarker / June 26
Did the Nets just outsmart everyone ... or fumble again?
The Brooklyn Nets had one of the most talked-about and laughed-at first rounds of the 2025 NBA Draft.
WNBA News / Yardbarker / June 26
Caitlin Clark injury puts dream matchup vs. Paige Bueckers in jeopardy
For the second time this season, Caitlin Clark will miss time due to injury.
Rutgers Scarlet Knights News / Larry Brown Sports / June 26
Ace Bailey threatened interested team before NBA Draft
We do not know if the Jazz were the team Bailey was trying to avoid, and we also cannot be sure how serious this threat was.
Cooper Flagg News / Yardbarker / June 26
What is Cooper Flagg's earning potential after being selected No. 1?
Dallas Mavericks rookie forward Cooper Flagg could become a basketball tycoon if he meets his lofty expectations.
NBA News / Yardbarker / June 26
Why a recent move makes the Magic legitimate contenders
The Orlando Magic are rarely ever the talk of the NBA, but they may have made the move that will actually have the biggest impact on next season.
Duke Blue Devils News / Yardbarker / June 26
Insider raves about Mavericks' front line after drafting Cooper Flagg
Months removed from the bizarre Luka Doncic trade, the Mavericks have put together one of the most complete rosters in the NBA.
The 'No. 5 NBA draft picks' quiz
How many of the players selected with the fifth pick in the NBA Draft since the Lottery Era began in 1985 can you name in six minutes?
Sacramento Kings News / Larry Brown Sports / June 26
Zach LaVine may already be back on the trade block
LaVine has $96.4 million remaining on his current deal, which includes a player option for 2026-27.
Brooklyn Nets News / Yardbarker / June 26
How Nets missed an opportunity in the NBA Draft's first round
Brooklyn used all five of its picks, becoming the first team in league history to make five selections in the opening round.
Derik Queen News / Yardbarker / June 26
Widely panned Pelicans' Derik Queen trade isn't as crazy as it seems
The Pelicans threw a curveball in the first round of the 2025 NBA Draft when they traded up from No. 23 to No. 13 for Derik Queen.
NBA News / Yardbarker / June 26
Winners and losers from the first round of the NBA Draft
The unpredictable and eventful first round of the 2025 NBA Draft is in the books. Here are the winners and losers of Wednesday's first day of draft madness.
The 'No. 3 NBA Draft picks' quiz
How many of the third overall picks from every NBA Draft during the lottery era can you name in five minutes?
NBA News / Yardbarker / June 26
Hawks again find favorable return in trade with Pelicans
On Thursday night, the Atlanta Hawks and New Orleans Pelicans agreed to a deal that—on the surface—might seem like a simple draft pick swap but could prove to be a shrewd bet by the Hawks.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Yardbarker / June 26
SGA's scathing address to critics proves he's not that humble after all
It turns out Shai Gilgeous-Alexander — the reigning NBA MVP, Finals MVP and scoring champion — isn't that humble after all.
Boston Celtics News / Yardbarker / June 26
ESPN analyst praises late-round 'steal' of NBA Draft
On Wednesday, Brad Stevens took a gamble for the Boston Celtics.
Chicago Bulls News / Yardbarker / June 26
Bulls latest draft pick could spell bad news for Patrick Williams
Patrick Williams' tenure with the Chicago Bulls could be nearing an end.
Miami Heat News / Yardbarker / June 26
Have Heat finally solved their point guard problem?
Since Goran Dragic left the Heat in 2021, the point guard position has been a problem for the franchise.
NBA News / Hoops Rumors / June 26
Hornets, Suns pull off massive draft-night trade
The Suns will look very different next season.
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