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• Where Nate Ament lands in latest mock drafts

  22-06-2026 04:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tennessee forward Nate Ament (10) attempts a shot past Iowa State forward Blake Buchanan (23) during a NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 game between Tennessee and Iowa State at the United Center in Chicago on March 27, 2026. | Brianna Paciorka/News Sentinel / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images The 2026 NBA Draft is just around the corner, and where Tennessee standout Nate Ament lands is a curious question and a storyline to follow. The 6-10 forward is a rare specimen, combining length with a variety of
  
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• 2026 NBA offseason trade tracker: Deal details, analysis

  23-06-2026 00:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The NBA offseason has started. That means teams are already making moves, and the NBA Draft promises to see some of the league’s biggest stars swapping franchises. Here’s everything you need to know about each trade this summer.Thunder trade Aaron Wiggins to Hawks (June 21)Hawks get:• Aaron WigginsThunder get:• Hawks’ 20230 second-round draft pick• Least favorable of Hawks’ and Lakers’ 2032 second-round draft picksThunder save more than $60 million in
  
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• Cavs final mock draft roundup: Should Cleveland draft for fit or best player available?

  23-06-2026 00:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ST LOUIS, MISSOURI - MARCH 20: Allen Graves #22 of the Santa Clara Broncos celebrates during a game against the Kentucky Wildcats in the second half during the first round of the 2026 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament held at Enterprise Center on March 20, 2026 in St Louis, Missouri. (Photo by Dilip Vishwanat/NCAA Photos via Getty Images) | NCAA Photos via Getty Images The first round of the NBA Draft is set for Tuesday evening. Let’s take a final look at who the experts have the Cleveland
  
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• Trae Young reportedly agrees to four-year, $212 million contract to remains in Washington

  22-06-2026 23:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Among the things this signing signals: The Washington Wizards will select BYU's AJ Dybantsa with the No. 1 pick in this year's NBA Draft. Washington now has its point guard of the future locked up and isn't going to select Darryn Peterson.Trae Young has agreed to terms to return to the Washington Wizards on a four-year, $212 million contract, a story broken almost simultaneously by ESPN’s Shams Charania and Josh Robbins of The Athletic.Young, who was traded to the Wizards from the Hawks at
  
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• Trae Young's $212 million Wizards contract is a huge overpay, so why are they doing the deal?

  22-06-2026 22:56 via cbssports.com
  
  The Wizards have decided to sign the offensively inclined, defensively deficient All-Star to a near-max contract
  
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• Wizards or Jazz: Where is BYU Star AJ Dybantsa Headed?

  22-06-2026 22:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Feb 10, 2026; Waco, Texas, USA; BYU Cougars forward AJ Dybantsa (3) dunks the ball ahead of Baylor Bears guard Cameron Carr (43) during the first half at Paul and Alejandra Foster Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images | Chris Jones-Imagn Images It’s a very exciting time to be a BYU basketball fan. Sure, the team disappointed in the NCAA Tournament, losing in the first round to Texas. However, AJ Dybantsa is the most exciting basketball player to ever wear a BYU uniform. And
  
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• Trae Young agrees to a 4-year extension with Washington Wizards, AP source says

  22-06-2026 22:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Trae Young has agreed to a four-year extension with the Washington Wizards, one that would be worth about $212 million if he picks up the final year of the deal, a person with knowledge of the agreement told The Associated Press on Monday.The fourth year of the agreement is at Young's option, said the person who spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because the Wizards had not revealed the terms. Young will make around $49 million this coming season.The deal is part of what could be a big we
  
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• Jaylen Brown answers rampant Giannis Antetokounmpo trade rumors

  22-06-2026 22:42 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jaylen Brown has heard the rumors. The Celtics guard knows his name is being mentioned in a trade for superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo, and he is warning the fans that are encouraging Boston to send him packing."You are turning me somewhat grateful," he said on Twitch Sunday."I get to see some negativity that I didn't want, but that just gives me more fuel for the fire."Multiple reports on Monday, June 22 placed Boston among the two finalists, alongside the Miami Heat, for Antetokounmpo, with a B
  
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• Cavs exercise team option, bringing back Craig Porter Jr.

  22-06-2026 22:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  MIAMI, FLORIDA - NOVEMBER 12: Craig Porter Jr. #9 of the Cleveland Cavaliers controls the ball against the Miami Heat during the second half at Kaseya Center on November 12, 2025 in Miami, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Cleveland Cavaliers announced they are exercising thei
  
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• 2026 NBA Draft preview + WNBA weekend takeaways

  22-06-2026 22:19 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  We have a fun episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones are joined by Ben Pfeifer (EssentiallySports, Swish Theory) to talk all things NBA Draft! Ben shares his scouting philosophy and how it's evolved, then digs deep into this year's class.
  From there, the guys shift to the W to take stock of the league after a fun weekend of hoops. They discuss Angel Reese's growing comfort in Atlanta, the Washington Mystics’ impressive road wins over the New York L
  
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• Giannis Antetokounmpo, NBA draft buzz and the latest chatter around the league

  22-06-2026 21:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The aftermath of New York Knicks' Finals win, combined with the upcoming NBA Draft and free agency, has become a discourse on the overall nature of roster building. Will more teams take the Knicks' path? Are draft picks still valuable? It's an interesting question and one that has infiltrated conversations with a number of front-office executives. From an outsider's perspective, the copycat nature of sports (in which the NBA is not exempt) dictates at least the pursuit of some shared elemen
  
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• The Knicks (and the parity era) have shown there’s no one right way to build

  22-06-2026 21:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS - JUNE 13: Karl-Anthony Towns #32 of the New York Knicks celebrates with the Larry O'Brien Championship Trophy after the victory against the San Antonio Spurs in Game Five of the 2026 NBA Finals at Frost Bank Center on June 13, 2026 in San Antonio, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ronald Cortes/Getty Image
  
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• Boston Celtics Daily Links 6/22/26

  22-06-2026 21:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  NEW YORK, NY - APRIL 9: The sneakers worn by Derrick White #9 of the Boston Celtics during the game against the New York Knicks on April 9, 2026 at Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via
  
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• Cavs final report card: Max Strus

  22-06-2026 21:14 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  May 3, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard Max Strus (2) reacts after a play against the Toronto Raptors during the first half of game seven in the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images | Ken Blaze-Imagn Images Max Strus’s 2025-26 season was definitely not the plan either the Cleveland Cavaliers or Strus envisioned. However, the Cavaliers needed Strus for the postseason, and from that perspective, he was up to the t
  
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• 2026 NBA Draft: Best fantasy basketball fits for AJ Dybantsa, Cameron Boozer, other lottery picks

  22-06-2026 21:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The 2026 NBA Draft tips off Tuesday in Brooklyn and this class has been billed as one of the deepest in years. Below is a fantasy-first breakdown of where I'd like each prospect in the lottery to land, knowing very well there will be some surprises and shakeups along the way. Washington Wizards: Cameron Boozer — F, Duke Boozer to the Wizards is a safe, but ideal fantasy scenario. Washington's frontcourt is in flux. Anthony Davis may ask for a trade and Alex Sarr is recovering from offseaso
  
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• NBA Draft 2026: What happens if the Wizards don't take A.J. Dybantsa No. 1?

  22-06-2026 21:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  BYU's A.J. Dybantsa continues to be the betting favorite to go No. 1 to the Washington Wizards in Tuesday's 2026 NBA Draft. Yahoo Sports' Kevin O'Connor also has him mocked first to the Wizards. "At 6-9, he has a special blend of athletic tools with the way he bends, shifts, and explodes with the ball in his hands," O'Connor wrote. "He gets to the rim at will, cooks in the midrange, draws fouls at a high rate, and displays point-forward potential. "In Washington, the pressure will be a
  
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• NBA Draft 2026: 3 players, 3 team fits, including OKC addressing a 'big' problem

  22-06-2026 21:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  There's a firmly set mentality in the NBA regarding the draft: You choose the guy whom you think has the most potential and/or is the best player.Rarely is the draft for need or fit — that element is usually reserved for free agency.It makes sense when you think about it.Why use the 17th pick to select a backup point guard if you can get one in free agency?Instead, swing for upside, regardless of position, and hope said player turns into a star.In this exercise, however, let's see if we ca
  
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• Dallas Mavericks fans are worried about the NBA Draft

  22-06-2026 21:03 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  DALLAS, TEXAS - APRIL 29: Cooper Flagg #32 of the Dallas Mavericks speaks during a press conference after being named the 2025-26 NBA Rookie of the Year at American Airlines Center on April 29, 2026 in Dallas, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Sam Hodde/Getty Images) | Getty Images Last week’s survey centered around the
  
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• From opt-out to mega deal: Trae Young secures $212M with Wizards

  22-06-2026 21:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  It turns out Trae Young won’t be going anywhere.Just days after he reportedly declined his $49 million player option, Young reportedly plans to sign a four-year, $212 million contract to remain with the Wizards, as the team looks to elevate itself into contention.The Wizards also hold the No. 1 overall selection in the 2026 NBA Draft, whose first round is set for Tuesday, June 23.Young, 27, played just 15 games last season and averaged 17.9 points and 8.0 assists per game. The Hawks traded
  
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• Luka Dončić texted Jalen Brunson after the Knicks won the NBA Finals

  22-06-2026 20:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  INDIANAPOLIS, IN - FEBRUARY 18: Former Dallas Mavericks teammates Luka Doncic #77 and Jalen Brunson #11 of the New York Knicks pose for a portrait before the NBA All-Star Game as part of NBA All-Star Weekend on Sunday, February 18, 2024 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright No
  
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• Trae Young to sign four-year extension to remain with Wizards

  22-06-2026 20:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  BOSTON, MA - MARCH 14: Trae Young #3 of the Washington Wizards looks on during the game against the Boston Celtics on March 14, 2026 at TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images Washington Wizards
  
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• Trae Young to reportedly sign 4-year, $212 million extension with Wizards

  22-06-2026 20:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Trae Young liked what he saw from the Washington Wizards in his brief time with the franchise. Young will reportedly sign a four-year, $212 million extension to stick with the team, according to Shams Charania of ESPN.Young, 27, experienced an injury-riddled 2025-26 NBA season. He played in just 10 games with the Atlanta Hawks due to a knee issue. Once Young was able to return, he played in just a handful of games before being shipped to the Wizards.He made only five starts with the Wizards befo
  
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• The optics of the Dusty May hire

  22-06-2026 20:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ANN ARBOR, MICHIGAN - APRIL 11: Head Basketball Coach Dusty May of the Michigan Wolverines speaks on stage during the Michigan Men's Basketball National Championship celebration at Crisler Arena on April 11, 2026 in Ann Arbor, Michigan. (Photo by Aaron J. Thornton/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Dallas Mavericks have officially hired Dusty May out of the college ranks to guide the team and young star Cooper Flagg into the future. Merely two-and-half months after leading Michigan to the National
  
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• Three new offseason questions for Mavericks after hiring Dusty May, including what's next for Kyrie Irving

  22-06-2026 20:27 via cbssports.com
  
  Plus, what May's Michigan ties could mean to the Dallas draft room
  
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• Michigan, keep Josh Schertz on speed dial in case interim trial run fails

  22-06-2026 20:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Michigan chose continuity. It also faced reality. Hiring a college basketball coach in late June is not ideal timing.The Wolverines, according to multiple reports, will promote Mike Boynton Jr. to interim coach to succeed Dusty May, who’s leaving for the NBA’s Dallas Mavericks.The key word in that sentence? “Interim.”That suggests this is a trial run — as it should be.What's next? Michigan has interim fix to Dusty May exit. But who could be long-term answer?If Boynt
  
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• Knicks 2026 NBA Draft Primer: Targets, how free agency factors in, and more

  22-06-2026 20:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  A Knicks primer on the 2026 NBA Draft:WHERE DO THEY PICK?The world champs have the No. 24, No. 31, and No. 55 picks in this week’s draft.WHO HAVE THEY WORKED OUT IN THE NO. 24 TO NO. 31 RANGE?Michigan PF Morez Johnson Jr.Arkansas guard Meleek ThomasDuke wing Isaiah EvansSt. John’s big man Zuby EjioforUConn forward Alex KarabanArkansas forward Trevon BrazileHouston guard Emanuel SharpSouth Florida big Izaiyah NelsonVirginia big Ugonna OnyensoWHAT ARE POSITIONS OF NEED?That depends on
  
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• Rui Hachimura could be ‘odd man out’ for Lakers in free agency

  22-06-2026 20:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 24: Rui Hachimura #28 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on after a three-point basket as teammates celebrates during the second quarter of an NBA game against the Orlando Magic at Crypto.com Arena on February 24, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Katelyn Mulcahy/Getty
  
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• Why Michigan named Mike Boynton interim coach following Dusty May's departure to Mavericks

  22-06-2026 19:56 via cbssports.com
  
  The former Oklahoma State coach will try to keep a loaded Wolverines roster intact for another NCAA title run
  
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• Mike Boynton Jr. has been a head coach before, had NBA draft No. 1 pick. How'd it go?

  22-06-2026 19:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mike Boynton Jr. is reportedly Michigan's choice to serve as interim head basketball coach after Dusty May left for the Dallas Mavericks on June 22.Boynton joined May's staff in 2024 after serving seven years as Oklahoma State's head coach. Boynton was on Brad Underwood's staff for a year at OSU before Underwood left for Illinois. Boynton was elevated to head coach and posted a 119-109 (.522) record, which included two NIT quarterfinals appearances and a trip to the 2021 NCAA Tournament.What's n
  
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• Giannis Antetokounmpo Next Team Odds: Boston or Miami? The Choices Come Down To Two

  22-06-2026 19:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Want to get more Covers content? Add us as a preferred source on your Google account here.Bad news for anyone hoping for a quiet NBA Draft. The Giannis Antetokounmpo next team odds have officially flipped from a slow-burn offseason storyline into a ticking clock.Following an injury-riddled 36-game campaign and a very public impasse with Bucks ownership, the prediction markets have aggressively abandoned the narrative that the Greek Freak stays put. Milwaukee is on the clock, and bettors are pric
  
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