NBA Mock Draft 2024: Alexandre Sarr, Zaccharie Risacher emerge as top picks in unpredictable draft
6 months, 2 weeks ago

NBA Mock Draft 2024: Alexandre Sarr, Zaccharie Risacher emerge as top picks in unpredictable draft

New York Times  

The NBA Draft’s first early-entry deadline has come and gone, which means it’s time to update our NBA mock draft. Washington Wizards Zaccharie Risacher | 6-8 wing/forward | 19 years old | JL Bourg The Wizards have built up wing depth in recent years, with 23-year-old Deni Avdija and Bilal Coulibaly, last season’s No. Charlotte Hornets Dalton Knecht | 6-5 wing | 23 years old | Tennessee The Hornets’ pick is seen as an inflection point, as teams around the league are unclear on the direction new head of basketball operations Jeff Peterson will take. Ja’Kobe Walter | 6-4 wing | 19 years old | Baylor Walter had an up-and-down season, averaging 14.5 points and 4.4 rebounds per game. Washington Wizards Baylor Scheierman | 6-6 wing | 23 years old | Creighton I’ve maintained a first-round grade on Scheierman since the end of the college basketball season.

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Hawks’ Zaccharie Risacher focusing on ‘good stuff’ instead of pressure as NBA’s No. 1 overall pick
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Hawks’ Zaccharie Risacher focusing on ‘good stuff’ instead of pressure as NBA’s No. 1 overall pick

Associated Press  

ATLANTA — Zaccharie Risacher says he’s not worried about the expectations that accompany being the No. “I feel like there is no pressure,” Risacher said Friday in his introductory news conference in Atlanta. “But I know Zacch, he’s got it.” Risacher said he hasn’t received pointers from Wembanyama. When asked if he learned anything from watching Wembanyama’s rookie season, Risacher …

Hawks make French teen Zaccharie Risacher only the 2nd No. 1 overall pick in franchise history
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Hawks make French teen Zaccharie Risacher only the 2nd No. 1 overall pick in franchise history

Associated Press  

ATLANTA — The Atlanta Hawks are looking for French teen Zaccharie Risacher to help revive the franchise after making the forward the No. “I’m real excited about what’s going to happen,” Risacher said in a interview with Hawks media. I’m so blessed.” When asked to compare his game to a current NBA player, Risacher suggested Golden State shooting guard Klay …

2024 NBA draft tracker: List of first-round picks
5 months, 3 weeks ago

2024 NBA draft tracker: List of first-round picks

Associated Press  

The players selected in the first round of the NBA draft Wednesday night in New York. Portland Trail Blazers — Carlton “Bub” Carrington, guard, 6-4, 195, Pittsburgh Scouting report: Averaged 13.8 points, 5.2 rebounds and 4.1 assists as one-and-done floor leader with all-around potential. Miami Heat — Kel’el Ware, center, 7-0, 230, Indiana Scouting report: Oregon transfer averaged 15.9 points, …

France's Risacher chosen by Hawks with top pick in NBA Draft
5 months, 3 weeks ago

France's Risacher chosen by Hawks with top pick in NBA Draft

China Daily  

Zaccharie Risacher poses for photos with NBA commissioner Adam Silver after being selected first overall by the Atlanta Hawks in the first round of the 2024 NBA Draft at Barclays Center, Brooklyn, NY, USA on June 26, 2024. NEW YORK - France's Zaccharie Risacher was selected by the Atlanta Hawks with the first overall pick in Wednesday's opening round of …

Vive la France! Hawks make Zaccharie Risacher second straight Frenchman taken No. 1 in NBA draft
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Vive la France! Hawks make Zaccharie Risacher second straight Frenchman taken No. 1 in NBA draft

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — First, Victor Wembanyama, now Zaccharie Risacher. I think our national team is going to be really good.” Sarr went second to the Washington Wizards after playing last year with Perth in Australia’s National Basketball League. “I was just playing for the best coach in college basketball and now flipping to the NBA and going to play for …

NBA draft: Are there international prospects beyond France fans should keep an eye on? Oui!
6 months ago

NBA draft: Are there international prospects beyond France fans should keep an eye on? Oui!

Associated Press  

France isn’t the only country producing top prospects for the NBA — it just sort of seems that way. He was projected as a top-five prospect early in the 2023-24 season following his performance with Belgrade club Mega — Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic ’s old team. “I’m working on my rehab with the knee injury, and that’s the main …

NBA mock draft 2024: Donovan Clingan to Hawks? Why No. 1 pick is still up for grabs
6 months ago

NBA mock draft 2024: Donovan Clingan to Hawks? Why No. 1 pick is still up for grabs

New York Times  

We have less than a week until the 2024 NBA Draft, and we have just as much clarity about what will happen as we did about a month ago. Chicago Bulls Nikola Topić | 6-6 lead guard | 18 years old | Crvena zvezda Topić’s draft range is one of the biggest talking points around the league now. GO DEEPER …

NBA mock draft: Frenchman Alexandre Sarr to go No. 1, UConn’s Clingan rises
6 months, 2 weeks ago

NBA mock draft: Frenchman Alexandre Sarr to go No. 1, UConn’s Clingan rises

Associated Press  

Players move up and down every year based on workouts and interviews in the weeks leading up to the NBA draft. Southern California’s Bronny James is still an intriguing choice, potentially in the first round, but could go to another team instead of the Los Angeles Lakers, where his father LeBron plays. The 6-3 guard may be the best shooter …

2024 NBA mock draft: Should the Pistons draft Alexandre Sarr if they get the No. 1 pick?
8 months ago

2024 NBA mock draft: Should the Pistons draft Alexandre Sarr if they get the No. 1 pick?

New York Times  

It’s April, and around these parts, that means it is time to focus on next season and the NBA Draft. Detroit Pistons: Stephon Castle | 6-6 wing | 19 years old | Connecticut The initial Tankathon simulation wasn’t kind to the NBA’s worst team, but it also wasn’t too harsh. Detroit Pistons: Dalton Knecht | 6-6 wing | 22 years …

2024 NBA Mock Draft: Zaccharie Risacher rises to No. 1; top three players all from overseas
10 months ago

2024 NBA Mock Draft: Zaccharie Risacher rises to No. 1; top three players all from overseas

New York Times  

The 2024 NBA Draft cycle is officially here now that the trade deadline has passed. GO DEEPER CJ Moore's Top 25: UConn towers above the field Ron Holland | 6-8 wing | 18 years old | G League Ignite Holland has been the most Ignite’s most productive player this season, averaging 19.5 points, 6.7 rebounds and 2.9 assists per game …

NBA Mock Draft: Team picks, from Wembanyama to Slawson; biggest needs, trade expectations
1 year, 6 months ago

NBA Mock Draft: Team picks, from Wembanyama to Slawson; biggest needs, trade expectations

New York Times  

The 2023 NBA Draft is upon us, and it’s what teams have been tanking for! San Antonio Spurs — Victor Wembanyama | 7-4 big | France | 19 years old Biggest need: Franchise player We don’t need to get cute. Portland Trail Blazers — Scoot Henderson | 6-2 lead guard | G League Ignite | 19 years old Biggest need: …

NBA mock draft: Hornets and Blazers have big decisions, here’s what might happen
1 year, 6 months ago

NBA mock draft: Hornets and Blazers have big decisions, here’s what might happen

LA Times  

Victor Wembanyama tries to block a layup by Scoot Henderson during an exhibition game between their French and G League teams last fall in Las Vegas. Charlotte Hornets: Scoot Henderson, PG, G League Ignite Unless it’s all smokescreens, there must be a reason teams are trying to leapfrog into the top 3 picks reportedly to grab the 19-year-old. Washington Wizards: …

NBA Mock Draft: Brandon Miller goes to Hornets as our writers pick the top 10
1 year, 6 months ago

NBA Mock Draft: Brandon Miller goes to Hornets as our writers pick the top 10

New York Times  

Just when you feel like you have a break from the nonstop NBA cycle, it draws you right back in. So to get a better sense of how draft night might unfold once June 22 rolls around, The Athletic’s writers Kelly Iko, James L. Edwards III and Josh Robbins got together for another mock draft. Charlotte Hornets Brandon Miller | …

NBA Mock Draft: Wembanyama to Spurs (obviously), but questions begin after that
1 year, 6 months ago

NBA Mock Draft: Wembanyama to Spurs (obviously), but questions begin after that

New York Times  

We are about a week away from the 2023 NBA Draft. Toronto Raptors Jalen Hood-Schifino | 6-4 wing | 20 years old | Indiana The Scout: Hood-Schifino is a well-rounded, young prospect who won the Big Ten’s Rookie of the Year award this past season while averaging 13 points, four rebounds and four assists. Golden State Warriors Kris Murray | …

NBA mock draft: Wembanyama’s French teammate’s draft stock on the rise
1 year, 6 months ago

NBA mock draft: Wembanyama’s French teammate’s draft stock on the rise

The Hindu  

With two weeks until the NBA draft, Victor Wembanyama keeps showing why the San Antonio Spurs should so badly want him. ORLANDO MAGIC: AUSAR THOMPSON, FORWARD, OVERTIME ELITE Amen Thompson’s twin brother has been the Overtime Elite regular season and finals MVP the last two seasons and the 6-7 swingman plays big on defense, twice blocking seven shots in a …

2023 NBA Draft’s Top 20 players, plus two sleepers you need to know: Hollinger
1 year, 7 months ago

2023 NBA Draft’s Top 20 players, plus two sleepers you need to know: Hollinger

New York Times  

It’s that time again. Henricks shot 39.6 percent from 3 last season, but that may overstate things a bit; he only made 78.2 percent from the line and has a leftward lean on his shot while pulling the ball from the left side of his body; that can cause misses to the sides, especially when he’s not shooting with his …

NBA post-lottery Mock Draft 2023: Wembanyama goes No. 1 to Spurs; Henderson to Hornets
1 year, 7 months ago

NBA post-lottery Mock Draft 2023: Wembanyama goes No. 1 to Spurs; Henderson to Hornets

New York Times  

The 2023 NBA Draft Lottery has come and gone, with the San Antonio Spurs winning the No. Portland Trail Blazers Brandon Miller | 6-9 wing | 20 years old | Alabama The Scout: Miller was one of the best players in college basketball this past season. Golden State Warriors Jalen Hood-Schifino | 6-6 wing | 20 years old | Indiana …

NBA Mock Draft: Victor Wembanyama still on top; a lot at stake in pre-draft process
1 year, 8 months ago

NBA Mock Draft: Victor Wembanyama still on top; a lot at stake in pre-draft process

New York Times  

As we head into Final Four Week, with only three games left on the men’s college basketball docket, it’s worth an update to The Athletic’s 2023 NBA Mock Draft. Black averaged 13 points, five rebounds and four assists per game this season, but couldn’t consistently punish teams from the outside, making just 30 percent of his attempts from distance. Over …

NBA Mock Draft 2023: What if the Rockets don’t land Victor Wembanyama?
1 year, 8 months ago

NBA Mock Draft 2023: What if the Rockets don’t land Victor Wembanyama?

New York Times  

Ladies and gentlemen, the time is finally here. With the sixth pick in the 2023 NBA Draft, the Houston Rockets select Amen Thompson, guard out of Overtime Elite. But with the second pick in the 2023 NBA Draft, the Houston Rockets select Scoot Henderson. There’s an argument between Whitmore, Walker and Ausar Thompson, but by the time the dust settles, …

2023 NBA Draft: March Madness players to watch for Pistons
1 year, 9 months ago

2023 NBA Draft: March Madness players to watch for Pistons

New York Times  

Two of the top three prospects in the 2023 NBA Draft — France’s Victor Wembanyama and the G League’s Scoot Henderson — won’t be participating in March Madness. 1 pick in the 2023 NBA Draft, but due to how the league’s lottery system works, Detroit, realistically, could fall all the way to the No. Miller is the best NBA prospect …

NBA: Bronny, LeBron James’s son, a projected top 10 pick in 2024 mock draft
1 year, 10 months ago

NBA: Bronny, LeBron James’s son, a projected top 10 pick in 2024 mock draft

The Hindu  

The 2024 NBA Draft is still 16 months away, but ESPN revealed its mock draft on Wednesday and it features a familiar name in the top 10. It’s Bronny James - LeBron James Jr. formally - and he is projected by ESPN as the No. The Los Angeles Times reported last month that Bronny James intends to announce his college …

Final NBA Mock Draft for 2022 class: Jabari Smith Jr., Chet Holmgren lead the way as reporters make first-round picks
2 years, 6 months ago

Final NBA Mock Draft for 2022 class: Jabari Smith Jr., Chet Holmgren lead the way as reporters make first-round picks

New York Times  

Follow our live coverage of NBA Draft 2022. Sacramento Kings Jaden Ivey | 6-4 guard | 20 years old | Purdue Do the Kings really need Ivey with De’Aaron Fox and Davion Mitchell already on the roster? Liddell | 6-7 forward | 21 years old | Ohio State The Bulls easily could select Malaki Branham, Liddell’s college teammate here, and …

2022 NBA Mock Draft 1.1: After reclassifying, Jalen Duren slides in at No. 1; Paolo Banchero, Chet Holmgren follow
3 years, 4 months ago

2022 NBA Mock Draft 1.1: After reclassifying, Jalen Duren slides in at No. 1; Paolo Banchero, Chet Holmgren follow

New York Times  

Editor’s note: This story has been updated to reflect news of Jalen Duren’s commitment to Memphis and decision to reclassify to the 2021 recruiting class. Paolo Banchero | 6-10 forward | 18 years old, freshman | Duke I’m probably going a bit off board here by not having Chet Holmgren at No. Davison | 6-3 guard | 18 years old …

2021 NBA Mock Draft: Warriors add Jonathan Kuminga, Davion Mitchell as reporters make all 30 first-round picks
3 years, 4 months ago

2021 NBA Mock Draft: Warriors add Jonathan Kuminga, Davion Mitchell as reporters make all 30 first-round picks

New York Times  

With the 2021 NBA Draft just hours away, intrigue is at an all-time high. New York Knicks Kai Jones | 6-11 big | 20 years old, sophomore | Texas This was an unexpected turn and the Knicks don’t necessarily need to spend a first-round pick on a big man — it is their position of least need. New York Tre …

2021 NBA Mock Draft 4.0: Davion Mitchell, Josh Giddey jump into top 10, plus player and team fits
3 years, 7 months ago

2021 NBA Mock Draft 4.0: Davion Mitchell, Josh Giddey jump into top 10, plus player and team fits

New York Times  

The NFL Draft has passed and the NBA playoffs are about to start, meaning we are firmly in NBA Draft season. New York Knicks Isaiah Jackson | 6-10 center | 18 years old, freshman | Kentucky The player: A fascinating situation, as Jackson is considering returning to school, per The Athletic’s Kyle Tucker. New York Knicks Chris Duarte | 6-6 …

2021 NBA Mock Draft 2.0: Jalen Suggs ascends in unique landscape
3 years, 11 months ago

2021 NBA Mock Draft 2.0: Jalen Suggs ascends in unique landscape

New York Times  

I think I’m ready to say that there is more uncertainty entering this draft’s calendar year than any other I can remember since I’ve been evaluating prospects over the past eight years. New York Knicks Jalen Suggs | 6-5 guard | 19 years old, freshman | Gonzaga Suggs’ game oozes swagger and confidence. Sacramento Kings Ziaire Williams | 6-7 wing …

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