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Candace Parker criticized WNBA players for ranking Caitlin Clark 11th among guards in the player vote, calling it an insecurity and urging voting reforms (including rules against voting for teammates); Clark still earned a starting spot thanks to fan and media votes, with discussion around ballot-distribution issues and odd placements like Kelsey Plum’s 12th fueling calls for tighter voting rules.
With the 2026 NBA Draft approaching, this piece releases a finalized top-75 big board ranked in a vacuum, placing Cameron Boozer No. 1 thanks to his length, shooting, passing IQ and versatility, while noting concerns about shot-blocking and off-ball efficiency; the ranking also positions peers like Darryn Peterson and AJ Dybantsa near the top, stresses that tiering matters more than exact numbers, and details first-round, second-round, and undrafted options as teams weigh fit and context.
Six trends will determine the Thunder–Spurs Western Conference finals: Stephon Castle’s unprecedented turnover burden; OKC’s stifling defense and backcourt disruption; Alex Caruso’s sharp corner 3s boosting OKC’s spacing; Victor Wembanyama’s on/off impact and Kornet’s minutes; a wave of injuries (Fox and Harper for San Antonio; Williams and Mitchell for OKC) complicating rotations; OKC’s frontcourt flexibility between Isiah Hartenstein and Chet Holmgren; and the officiating dynamic around Wembanyama that could influence the series’ tenor.
Cavaliers blow a golden opportunity in Game 6, falling 21 points at home as Donovan Mitchell shoots 20 times but cannot impose his scoring or create for teammates, exposing a dependence on him and a lack of offensive counters. Detroit’s Cade Cunningham leads a more balanced attack, energizing the Pistons and forcing a decisive Game 7 in Detroit while Mitchell’s struggles become harder to ignore.
Jay Bilas introduces The Bilas Index for the 2024-25 men's college basketball season, highlighting the top 68 teams. UConn Huskies are favored to continue their dominance, having won the last two national championships. Bilas praises UConn's coach Dan Hurley and the team's strong roster, including returning players and new additions, positioning them as a potential dynasty in college basketball.