James Nnaji to remain in 2023 NBA Draft ahead of early entry withdrawal deadline

James Nnaji is a projected first-round pick in the 2023 NBA Draft, and the 6-foot-11, 250-pound Nigerian basketball star has decided to keep his name in next week’s draft ahead of Monday’s early entry withdrawal deadline. Draft candidates have until 5 p.m. ET to withdraw their names. The 2023 NBA Draft is next Thursday, June […]

James Foglio  •  12 Jun 2023
Duke’s Dariq Whitehead had a second foot surgery ahead of the 2023 NBA Draft, staying on track for training camp

The 2023 NBA Draft is happening on Thursday, June 22. This is the 77th edition of the draft that will be taking place at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. Ahead of the 2023 draft, potential first-round pick Dariq Whitehead underwent a right foot procedure. It’s his second procedure in less than a year. […]

Zach Wolpin  •  07 Jun 2023
Hornets projected to draft Alabama forward Brandon Miller No. 2 overall

The Charlotte Hornets are projected to select Alabama freshman forward Brandon Miller No. 2 overall in the 2023 NBA Draft, according to sources. Hornets G.M. Mitch Kupchak is working to improve Charlotte’s frontcourt, and the 6-foot-9, 200-pound wing is expected to be a suitable teammate for LaMelo Ball. In 37 starts with Alabama in the […]

James Foglio  •  07 Jun 2023
College Basketball: Purdue star Zach Edey skips the NBA Draft and returns to the Boilermakers

Not even the player who holds the reigning consensus for National Player of the Year in college basketball is heading for the 2023 NBA Draft to be held in June, as Zach Edey decided to back down and return for a fourth season defending the Purdue jersey.  Ranked No. 72 by CBS Sports NBA Draft […]

Antonio Kozlow  •  01 Jun 2023
Alabama’s Brandon Miller said he models his game after eight-time all-star Paul George

In less than a month, top prospects around the nation will wait to hear their names called at the 2023 NBA Draft. San Antonio will likely be taking Victor Wembanyama with the #1 pick. After that, no one knows how the draft will play out. One player who expects to hear his name called early […]

Zach Wolpin  •  30 May 2023
Sources say that Brandon Miller’s interviews ‘Have not been great’ ahead of the 2023 NBA Draft

After winning the 2023 SEC tournament this past season, the Alabama Crimson Tide earned one of the four #1 seeds in the NCAA tournament. Many experts picked Bama to make the Final Four and even win March Madness. However, they would lose to San Diego State in the Sweet 16. The driving force on Alabama’s […]

Zach Wolpin  •  19 May 2023
NBA teams with worst record have not selected 1st overall in draft last 5 seasons

NBA teams with the worst record have not selected first overall the last five seasons in the draft lottery. Is the NBA draft lottery fair to all lottery teams, and/or does it only complicate the draft process? The Portland Trail Blazers had a 10.5% chance of receiving the No. 1 overall selection, and the team […]

James Foglio  •  17 May 2023
NBA Draft Combine 2023: 5 Players On The Rise Heading Into Chicago

The 2023 NBA Draft Combine is scheduled for Monday, May 15 through Sunday, May 21, so here is our list of the five players to watch for this year. This event will be held at Wintrust Arena in Chicago, Illinois. The multi-day showcase occurs annually before the NBA draft in June. At the combine, college […]

James Foglio  •  15 May 2023
Duke guard Jeremy Roach has withdrew from the 2023 NBA Draft and will return for his senior season

Heading into the 2023 NCAA basketball season, the Duke Blue Devils will have big expectations with Jon Scheyer in year 2. The Blue Devils were ACC tournament champions last season and have a #2 ranked overall class for 2023. Additionally, Duke will have a few players returning to the program next season. Jeremy Roach withdrew […]

Zach Wolpin  •  15 May 2023