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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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Early 2026 NBA mock draft: Meet the four contenders for the No. 1 pick
There's considerable excitement around next year's draft class thanks to four players vying for the top spot.
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College coaches on the top NBA draft picks, surprise risers and fallers, more
What can NBA teams and fans expect from their new rookies? Coaches who game-planned against them weigh in.
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Best picks, surprising moves and top trades from the NBA draft: Making sense of Round 1
Our ESPN draft insiders break down the twists, turns and trades of Wednesday's first round.
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2025 NBA draft nonstatistical superlatives: Biggest moments and best vibes
From eye-catching outfits to heartwarming moments, here are our favorite nonstatistical superlatives from the NBA draft.
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Fits before the picks: NBA draft night drip takes center stage
From Cooper Flagg's three-piece suit to Ace Bailey's statement and custom design, the 2025 NBA draft prospects brought style to Barclays Center.
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Grading 50-plus NBA deals, including the CP3-Clippers reunion
Kevin Pelton breaks down the most impactful signings, including the Clippers bringing back Chris Paul.
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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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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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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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How busy will your team be this summer? We tiered all 30 ahead of NBA free agency
With the start of NBA free agency just days away, Bobby Marks has all 30 teams covered.
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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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College coaches on the top NBA draft picks, surprise risers and fallers, more
What can NBA teams and fans expect from their new rookies? Coaches who game-planned against them weigh in.
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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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'That's my boy!' Javon Small's grandpa beams with pride
Javon Small's grandpa is overcome with emotion after Small is drafted by the Memphis Grizzlies in the 2025 NBA draft.
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What the Kings are getting in Maxime Raynaud
Check out Maxime Reynaud's top highlights as he heads to Kings with the No. 42 pick in the NBA draft.
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What the Lakers are getting in Eric Dixon
Check out Eric Dixon's top highlights as he heads to the Lakers on a two-way NBA contract.
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What the Cavs are getting in Tyrese Proctor
Check out Tyrese Proctor's top highlights as he heads to the Cavaliers with the No. 49 pick in the NBA draft.
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What the Warriors are getting in Alex Toohey
Check out Alex Toohey's top highlights as he heads to the Warriors with the No. 52 pick in the NBA draft.
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What the Pacers are getting in Kam Jones
Check out Kam Jones' top highlights as he heads to Indiana with the No. 38 pick in the NBA draft.
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What the Pistons are getting in Chaz Lanier
Check out some of Chaz Lanier's top moments as he is drafted by the Pistons with the 37th pick in the NBA draft.
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Damian Lillard: I don't lose mental battles
Damian Lillard details his mindset in rehabbing a torn Achilles as he returns to Portland.
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Damian Lillard glad to be 'back home' with Blazers, focuses on recovery
Damian Lillard spoke at a news conference Monday evening, saying it's meaningful to return to the city where he has spent most of his adult life.
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Fantasy basketball: Who increased their fantasy value most during Summer League?
A closer look at which players from Las Vegas Summer League could make an instant impact in fantasy leagues next season, following their play this summer.
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LeBron James makes cameo in Tyler, The Creator music video
LeBron James made an appearance in rapper Tyler, The Creator's music video for "Stop Playing With Me," released on Monday.
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Doug McDermott to return to Kings on one-year, $3.6M deal
Free agent Doug McDermott has agreed to a guaranteed one-year, $3.6 million deal to return to the Sacramento Kings.
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Chris Paul is latest star to return to old stomping grounds
Chris Paul isn't the first -- or the last -- star to return to the team where he came to prominence.
