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Moreno projected as a likely first-round pick in 2027 NBA mock drafts
Early 2027 NBA mock drafts from ESPN, CBS Sports, Bleacher Report, On3 and NBA Draft Room all project Kentucky seven‑foot center Malachi Moreno as a likely first‑round pick, with various outlets listing him around Nos. 20–31 (and in the 30s on ESPN’s board). Moreno, coming off an All‑SEC Freshman season, averaged 7.8 points, 6.3 rebounds, 1.8 assists and 1.5 blocks in 22.6 minutes per game in 2025‑26 and chose to return to Kentucky to continue developing, aiming to solidify a first‑round selection next June.
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Hard offseason ahead for Cavs after Knicks sweep
The Cavaliers’ pursuit of a championship stalled with a 4‑0 series loss to the Knicks, exposing a gap between their talent and true title contention. Donovan Mitchell drew top defensive pressure and struggled to carry the offense, especially when paired with Harden, whose backcourt pairing with Mitchell didn’t gel in the postseason. With a disappointing regular season and aging pieces, Cleveland faces tough summer choices—pursue a blockbuster upgrade, lure a former star back, or retool around Mitchell—to avoid a repeat of this postseason outcome.
Thunder's SGA, Wembanyama, and Doncic Lead 2025-26 All-NBA Teams
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander headlines the 2025-26 All-NBA selections with Nikola Jokić, Victor Wembanyama, Luka Dončić and Cade Cunningham on the First Team; Jaylen Brown, Kawhi Leonard, Donovan Mitchell, Kevin Durant and Jalen Brunson are on the Second Team; Jalen Duren, Chet Holmgren, Jalen Johnson, Tyrese Maxey and Jamal Murray compose the Third Team. Durant adds to his historic All-NBA résumé, while Dončić and Cunningham were granted eligibility under the NBA/NBA PA extraordinary circumstances provision after initially missing the 65-game threshold.
LeBron Misses All-NBA as SGA & Wembanyama Lead 2025-26 All-NBA Teams
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Victor Wembanyama headline the 2025-26 All-NBA Teams announced by a panel of 100 media members, with LeBron James missing for the first time in over two decades due to not meeting the 65-game threshold. The First Team includes Gilgeous-Alexander, Jokic, Wembanyama, Doncic, and Cade Cunningham; the Second Team features Jaylen Brown, Kawhi Leonard, Donovan Mitchell, Kevin Durant, and Jalen Brunson; and the Third Team lists Tyrese Maxey, Jamal Murray, Jalen Duren, Jalen Johnson, and Chet Holmgren. Durant makes history as the first player to make an All-NBA team with five different franchises, while Wembanyama was not unanimous (99 first-team votes, 1 second-team vote). Holmgren had the fewest points on the teams; Avdija and Towns would have made Third Team if Doncic and Cunningham had not received exceptions for the 65-game threshold.
Wembanyama, Holmgren Lead NBA All-Defensive Teams
Victor Wembanyama was the lone unanimous pick to the First Team All-Defense, with Chet Holmgren also earning First Team honors alongside Ausar Thompson, Rudy Gobert and Derrick White. The Second Team features Bam Adebayo, OG Anunoby, Scottie Barnes, Cason Wallace and Dyson Daniels. Stephon Castle and Amen Thompson were close to making the second team, with Draymond Green and Toumani Camara among the next in votes. Gobert notches his eighth First Team nod, and Adebayo is highlighted as the NBA Social Justice Champion.
Cyclones plot Vegas path as 2026 Players Era bracket announced
Bracket unveiled for the 2026 Players Era Tournament in Las Vegas: 16 teams, with Iowa State opening against San Diego State on Nov. 24, a potential Thanksgiving game vs Tennessee or Maryland, and a possible Friday matchup against Oregon, St. John’s, Louisville or Texas Tech; a 3-0 run on ISU’s side could win them a $1 million prize in the Nov. 28 final.
Dybantsa Not Locked At No. 1 as Mara Surges in 2026 NBA Draft Buzz
As the 2026 NBA Draft approaches, AJ Dybantsa remains the likely No. 1 but isn’t guaranteed, with Darryn Peterson and others still in contention amid medical review concerns. Aday Mara’s strong combine has him climbing boards and could disrupt the top-8 run on guards. Don’t expect the Jazz to trade up for Dybantsa; Sacramento is eyeing Darius Acuff at No. 7, and Milwaukee could add more picks if Giannis moves.
Gilgeous-Alexander claims back-to-back MVP as Jokic finishes second
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander won his second consecutive NBA MVP award with 83 first-place votes, beating Nikola Jokic (10) as Victor Wembanyama finished third. Gilgeous-Alexander averaged 31.1 points, 4.3 rebounds and 6.6 assists on 38.6% from three, helping the Thunder to 60+ wins and the league's best record with a league-leading plus-minus of +788. He becomes one of a select few to win back-to-back MVPs and now eyes both another MVP title and NBA championship as an epic Western Conference Finals vs. Wembanyama’s Spurs looms.
Game 6 stakes rise as Pistons seek road reversal vs. Cavaliers
Detroit faces an elimination game in Cleveland, needing a stronger supporting cast around Cade Cunningham after a taxing series and turnover-heavy stretch; Tobias Harris and a group of bench contributors could help, Donovan Mitchell aims to notch his first conference finals with help from teammates like Harden, and the crucial fourth quarter is expected to decide the outcome as both teams battle for control.
Nike Launches Rebel Edition Jerseys Across All 15 WNBA Teams to Kick Off 30th Season
Nike released Rebel Edition alternate jerseys for all 15 WNBA teams to celebrate the league’s 30th season, with designs that reflect each team’s city and identity and were developed with community input; the line complements the Court Origins throws, the 2026 regular season starts May 8 with three opening games, and the jerseys are available now.
Brunson fuels Knicks to 3-0 series lead in 108-94 win over Sixers
Jalen Brunson scored 33 points to lift the New York Knicks past the Philadelphia 76ers 108-94, giving New York a 3-0 lead in the Eastern Conference semifinals. He overcame a slow start to finish 11-for-22 with 9 assists, while Mikal Bridges added 23 points and Josh Hart contributed a 12-point, 11-rebound performance as the Knicks pulled away in the fourth. Joel Embiid returned for Philly with 18 points, but Kelly Oubre Jr. (22) and Tyrese Maxey (17) kept the Sixers in contention, though Philly shot better from the line (13-16) than the Knicks (23-32) and couldn’t overcome the 50% team shooting by New York. Game 4 heads to Philadelphia on Sunday.