Derek Parker

Derek Parker

Joined: Apr 24, 2024

Derek Parker covers the National Basketball Association, and has brought On SI five seasons of coverage across several different teams. He graduated from the University of Central Oklahoma in 2020, and has experience working in print, video and radio.

Nov 28, 2025; Kissimmee, FL, USA; Brigham Young University Cougars forward AJ Dybantsa (3) reacts after making a three point basket against the Dayton Flyers in the second half during the ESPN Events Invitational at State Farm Field House. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

Dec 2, 2025; Durham, North Carolina, USA; Duke Blue Devils forward Cameron Boozer (12) reacts during the second half against the Florida Gators at Cameron Indoor Stadium. The Blue Devils won 67-66. Mandatory Credit: Rob Kinnan-Imagn Images

Nov 21, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; New Orleans Pelicans guard Jeremiah Fears (0) drives to the basket past Dallas Mavericks guard Brandon Williams (10) during the first quarter at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Nov 27, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Duke Blue Devils forward Cameron Boozer (12) looks to pass the ball against Arkansas Razorbacks during the second half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

Nov 27, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Duke Blue Devils forward Cameron Boozer (12) shoots a free throw against the Arkansas Razorbacks during the second half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

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Predicting how the 2026 NBA Draft's first round could unfold.

Nov 28, 2025; Kissimmee, FL, USA; Brigham Young University Cougars forward AJ Dybantsa (3) reacts after making a three point basket against the Dayton Flyers in the second half during the ESPN Events Invitational at State Farm Field House. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

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BYU’s AJ Dybantsa is making sure his name is still in No. 1 pick conversations.

Nov 27, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Duke Blue Devils forward Cameron Boozer (12) shoots a free throw against the Arkansas Razorbacks during the second half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

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Duke's Cameron Boozer saw his best performance yet.

Nov 26, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Houston Rockets guard Reed Sheppard (15) talks with Houston Rockets head coach Ime Udoka in the first quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images

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Reed Sheppard is seeing a resurgence in his second season.

Nov 25, 2025; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Houston Cougars guard Kingston Flemings (4) goes for a layup in a 2025 Players Era Festival group play game against the Tennessee Volunteers during the first half at MGM Grand Garden Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images

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Houston freshman Kingston Flemings is turning heads early.

Nov 19, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide guard Labaron Philon (0) shoots a free throw against the Illinois Fighting Illini during the second half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

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Labaron Philon is making his case as the top college basketball returnee.

Nov 18, 2025; New York, New York, USA; Duke Blue Devils forward Cameron Boozer (12) slaps hands with d7#2 after a basket against the Kansas Jayhawks during the second half at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

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Duke's Cameron Boozer has been stellar through a handful of games.

Nov 21, 2025; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; BYU Cougars forward AJ Dybantsa (3) shoots against the Wisconsin Badgers during the second half at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images

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Evaluating Cameron Boozer, AJ Dybantsa and Darryn Peterson’s start to the college season.

Oct 16, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard/forward Terrence Shannon Jr. (1) defends Chicago Bulls forward Noa Essengue (24) during the second half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

Noa Essengue has yet to see the hardwood in Chicago.

Nov 19, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard Kon Knueppel (7) shoots the ball while Indiana Pacers forward Pascal Siakam (43) defends in the first half at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Hornets’ rookie Kon Knueppel is blasting through expectations.

Michigan forward Yaxel Lendeborg (23) dribbles against Middle Tennessee during the first half at Crisler Center in Ann Arbor on Wednesday, November 19, 2025.

Yaxel Lendeborg and Koa Peat saw a few of the top performances Wednesday night.

Nov 18, 2025; New York, New York, USA; Duke Blue Devils forward Cameron Boozer (12) reacts against the Kansas Jayhawks during the second half at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

Cameron Boozer's game was on full display in Duke vs. Kansas Tuesday night.