Draft Night Buzz: DeRozan Free Agency, Powell Uncertain, Brown Rumors as 2026 Draft Nears
As the 2026 NBA Draft nears, teams are reshuffling rosters: the Kings may waive and stretch DeMar DeRozan’s final year, the Heat reportedly won’t re-sign Norman Powell after a Giannis-involved trade, Portland names Micah Nori as head coach, and Jaylen Brown’s name re-enters serious trade talks in the wake of Giannis’ deal. BetMGM lists updated odds for the top five picks, and the draft—June 23-24 at Barclays Center in Brooklyn—will be broadcast on ABC/ESPN with streaming options on ESPN platforms and Fubo.