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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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Top 100 prospects for the 2026 NBA draft: Peterson, Dybantsa or Boozer at No. 1?
Which top prospects lead our first rankings? Who needs to make their mark before June's draft? Here's our 100 big board for the 2026 class.
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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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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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Top 100 prospects for the 2026 NBA draft: Peterson, Dybantsa or Boozer at No. 1?
Which top prospects lead our first rankings? Who needs to make their mark before June's draft? Here's our 100 big board for the 2026 class.
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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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The Aussies and Kiwis to watch at 2025 NBA Summer League
The 2025 NBA Summer League is underway and there's a sizable Australian and Kiwi contingent set to compete. Here are all the players, and what the state of play is regarding those who have the best shot at finding a spot on NBA rosters.
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Swing a trade? Sign a star? How all 30 NBA teams ace their offseason
ESPN's NBA insiders map out the perfect summer for every team.
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Ace Bailey lands in Utah
Ace Bailey arrives in Salt Lake City and embraces the moment after getting drafted by the Jazz.
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Inside the Warriors' quest to solve the Jonathan Kuminga puzzle
Butler has taken on a mentorship role with Kuminga, who is still trying to find his role with the Warriors after a tumultuous summer.
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Early trade questions for the Lakers, Bucks, Warriors and other top contenders
Early NBA trade deadline questions for Bucks, Lakers, Warriors and other top contenders, including biggest needs and what they can pull off.
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Don't be surprised if ... Lauri Markkanen averages 30 PPG all season, Pelicans rookies emerge
Eric Karabell forecasts what to expect from Lauri Markannen, two Pelicans rookies and a number of Celtics' scorers in the months ahead.
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Nets visit Celtics Friday in NBA Cup group stage
Brooklyn Nets (2-12, 13th in the Eastern Conference) vs. Boston Celtics (8-7, ninth in the Eastern Conference)
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Jazz and Thunder meet Friday in NBA Cup group stage
Oklahoma City Thunder (15-1, first in the Western Conference) vs. Utah Jazz (5-9, 10th in the Western Conference)
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Bulls host Heat Friday for NBA Cup group stage matchup
Miami Heat (9-6, sixth in the Eastern Conference) vs. Chicago Bulls (8-6, seventh in the Eastern Conference)
