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Mar 19, 2026; Greenville, SC, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels center Henri Veesaar (13) celebrates after a play against the VCU Rams in the first half of a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Bon Secours Wellness Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

The draft's top slider is now set to miss the entirety of his rookie season.

Mar 19, 2026; Greenville, SC, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels center Henri Veesaar (13) celebrates after a play against the VCU Rams in the first half of a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Bon Secours Wellness Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

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The draft's top slider is now set to miss the entirety of his rookie season.

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Mar 7, 2026; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Utah Jazz guard Keyonte George (3) shoots the ball against the Milwaukee Bucks at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Michael McLoone-Imagn Images

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Checking in on the 2023 draft class years later.

Mar 22, 2026; Tampa, FL, USA; Florida Gators forward Thomas Haugh (10) shoots the ball against the Iowa Hawkeyes in the second half during a second round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Benchmark International Arena.

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A trio of Gators' standouts rank among the top 30 returning players in college basketball.

Jan 2, 2026; Mesa, AZ, USA; Arizona Compass Prep guard Kaden House (10) against Spire Institute (OH) during the HoopHall West Tournament at Skyline High School. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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Three prospects to watch for the Terrapins this season.

Michigan State guard Jeremy Fears Jr. celebrates the 77-69 win over Louisville in the NCAA Tournament second round at KeyBank Center in Buffalo on Saturday, March 21, 2026.

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Nov 3, 2025; New York, New York, USA; Washington forward Cam Whitmore (1) looks on during the second half against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Lucas Boland-Imagn Images

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Cam Whitmore will need to show more versatility in Denver.

Deng Ngor, a prospect in the 2027 class, walks into Ohio Stadium with men's basketball coach Jake Diebler on Sept. 5, 2026.

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The Buckeyes received a pledge from a highly touted recruit and potential future draft prospect.

Mar 30, 2026; Goodyear, AZ, USA; Tyran Stokes during the McDonalds All American Jam Fest at Millennium High School. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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A way-too-early mock draft for 2027.

Apr 4, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Arizona Wildcats center Motiejus Krivas (13) reaches for the ball against Michigan Wolverines forward Morez Johnson Jr. (21) during the first half in a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

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Checking in on three college teams who could be loaded with draft prospects.

Mar 31, 2026; Glendale, AZ, USA; Jordan Smith Jr (23) during the McDonalds All American Boys Game at Desert Diamond Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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Assessing which players could be set to raise the stock of their teammate.

Jun 25, 2026; Washington, DC, USA; Washington Wizards first round draft pick and number one overall pick AJ Dybantsa speaks to the media during a press conference at InterContinental Hotel. Mandatory Credit: Amber Searls-Imagn Images

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Assessing which rookies could lead the '26 class statistically.

Feb 21, 2026; Syracuse, New York, USA; Syracuse Orange guard Kiyan Anthony (7) shoots a free throw during the second half against the North Carolina Tar Heels at the JMA Wireless Dome.

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The Orange hired a new head coach over the offseason and will be an improved squad in 2026-27.

Apr 10, 2026; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Devin Carter (22) brings the ball upcourt against the Golden State Warriors during the first quarter at Golden 1 Center.

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Mar 19, 2026; Greenville, SC, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes forward Amare Bynum (1) reacts against the Texas Christian University Horned Frogs in the second half during a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Bon Secours Wellness Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

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Three NBA prospects to watch on Ohio State this season.

Jan 31, 2026; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Arizona Wildcats forward Koa Peat (10) slam dunks the ball against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Desert Financial Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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In a surprising playoff season, Phoenix's young core established its ascending two-way value, and rookie Koa Peat strengthens its offensive rebounding and versatile defense while targeting the team's biggest weaknesses.

Oct 27, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bulls forward Noa Essengue (24) warms up before an NBA game against the Atlanta Hawks at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

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Three 2025 draftees that could be in for big second seasons.

Apr 10, 2026; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Devin Carter (22) reacts to a call by a referee during the third quarter against the Golden State Warriors at Golden 1 Center.

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Devin Carter was waived by Atlanta following two seasons with the Sacramento Kings.

Apr 18, 2026; New York, New York, USA; Atlanta Hawks forward Zaccharie Risacher (10) warms up before the 2026 NBA Playoffs game against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

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A cornerstone piece still hasn't emerged in the '24 draft class.

Mar 10, 2026; Charlotte, NC, USA; Stanford Cardinal guard Ebuka Okorie (1) reacts in the second half at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

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Apr 6, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; UConn Huskies head coach Dan Hurley reacts after a play against the Michigan Wolverines during the first half in the national championship of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament between the and the Michigan Wolverines at Lucas Oil Stadium.

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NaVorro Bowman Jr., one of the top recruits in the 2028 class, has committed to the Huskies.

Purdue Boilermakers forward Trey Kaufman-Renn (4) leaves the court as the seconds count down in a NCAA Tournament game against the Arizona Wildcats on Saturday, March 28, 2026 at SAP Center in San Jose, Calif. Purdue fell to Arizona 79-64.

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A recently-picked NBA player has been granted college eligibility.

Jun 23, 2026; New York, NY, USA; NBA commissioner Adam Silver poses for a photo with the 2026 draft prospects before the start of the 2026 NBA Draft at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

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Three selections that could yield big results.

Apr 7, 2026; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans guard/forward Micah Peavy (14) shoots the ball against the Utah Jazz during the first half at Smoothie King Center.

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The New Orleans Pelicans and Memphis Grizzlies agreed to a trade on Sept. 8, 2026.

Apr 10, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Jazz guard Ace Bailey (19) warms up before the game against the Memphis Grizzlies at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images

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