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Two-round NBA mock draft: We made 22 pick updates based on intel, trades
As trades happen, talks continue as we inch closer to Round 1 of the NBA draft Wednesday. Here's our updated mock.
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How Cooper Flagg and the beleaguered Mavericks responded to a shocking NBA draft lottery
The presumptive No. 1 pick of the 2025 draft and the organization, still reeling from trading away Luka Doncic, might just be made for each other -- at exactly the right time.
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Bilas: Eight prospects who stand out in this year's NBA draft class
From the no-brainer to the wild cards to those in between, here are eight prospects who caught Jay Bilas' eye this season.
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Use the No. 3 pick, or trade for a vet? What we know about the 76ers going into the draft
Joel Embiid's health, Paul George's status and the No. 3 pick. While questions surround the 76ers, we have two trade offers.
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NBA draft 2025: Final big board for the top 100 prospects
Who made big jumps in the top 10? Where do the Duke, Rutgers players rank? Here's our final top 100 big board.
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Our one-stop shop for the 2025 NBA draft: Mocks, order, big questions and teams to watch
Big questions, teams to watch, latest mock draft and the full order -- we have everything you need to know about the 2025 NBA draft.
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Updated NBA mock draft with movement in the top 10: How we see Rounds 1 and 2, eight days out
Jonathan Givony and Jeremy Woo share the latest intel from around the league.
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Let's match top NBA draft prospects to pro players: Our 14 best comps in the 2025 class
ESPN's Jeremy Woo shares high- and low-end comparisons for projected lottery picks, including Cooper Flagg.
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The NBA draft's best at 20 different traits, skills: Where Flagg, Bailey and Fears stand out
Best clutch player? Top on-ball defender? Elite court vision? We hand out superlatives for this year's class.
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We pitched trade offers for the No. 1 overall pick: What would it take for Dallas to pass on Cooper Flagg?
What if the Mavs traded the draft's top pick? Our NBA insiders offer three enticing offers -- and a verdict.
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The NBA draft talent pipeline (once again) runs through college basketball
After taking a backseat to other NBA developmental paths, college basketball seems to be reemerging at the top.
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NBA free agency: Grading the biggest moves, including Irving's new deal with Dallas
Kevin Pelton breaks down the offseason's most impactful signings and extensions.
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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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Full 2025 NBA draft order: All 59 picks over two rounds
We have the full order for Wednesday and Thursday's 2025 NBA draft at Barclays Center in New York.
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Which teams could look to make moves at the NBA draft?
Jeremy Woo joins "SportsCenter" to break down which teams might look to make a splash at the NBA draft.
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2025 NBA draft odds: Flagg big favorite to go No. 1, but who rounds out top 10?
Who gets picked after Cooper Flagg? ESPN BET odds for who will be picked at each of the top 10 draft slots.
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How does Cooper Flagg stack up in the 2025 NBA draft?
Duke's Cooper Flagg is the projected No. 1 pick and No. 1 in ESPN's Top 100 rankings. Just how good is he?
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Latest NBA mock drafts for the 2025 class: Pick predictions for all 30 teams
Here are our experts' NBA mock drafts for the 2025 cycle, including projected teams for Cooper Flagg, Dylan Harper and more.
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2025 NBA Draft: Aussies and NBL Next Stars preview
The NBA Draft will take place over two days and an eclectic mixture of Australian and NBL Next Stars talent will be hoping to hear their name called. Here's who to keep an eye on.
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Will Riley's NBA draft profile
Check out some of the highlights that have made Will Riley a top NBA draft prospect.
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Asa Newell's NBA draft profile
Check out some of the highlights that have made Asa Newell a top NBA draft prospect.
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How close is your team to an NBA title? We tiered all 30 franchises
While the NBA world watched the Finals, the league's hierarchy shifted. Is OKC already looking over its shoulder in the West?
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How do the NBA draft and free agency work?
The NBA draft and free agency window impact the entire season. What's the draft format? How long is the free agency period? Learn more key facts now.
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Shams: Kyrie's extension is beneficial for both sides
Shams Charania joins Scott Van Pelt to break down Kyrie Irving's three-year extension with the Mavericks.
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Sources: Mavs' Kyrie Irving intends to sign 3-year, $119M deal
Mavericks All-Star guard Kyrie Irving is declining his $43 million player option and intends to sign a three-year, $119 million contract with the franchise, sources told ESPN.
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NBA free agency 2025: Latest signings, news, buzz, trades, reports
The latest buzz ahead of the NBA offseason from our NBA insiders.
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2025 NBA mock draft: Pick predictions off trades, new intel
As trades happen, talks continue as we inch closer to Round 1 of the NBA draft Wednesday. Here's our updated mock.
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NBA trade grades 2025-26: Breaking down the most impactful offseason deals
Deals are already getting done ahead of the NBA draft. Catch up on the latest trade grades.
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Shams: Celtics 'starting to dismantle' after Porzingis trade
Shams Charania breaks down the Celtics trading Kristaps Porzingis as part of a three-team deal with the Hawks and Nets.
