There were 21 NBA rookies and sophomores drafted onto one of three teams coached by NBA Hall of Famers.

The Atlanta Hawks selected Zaccharie Risacher with the No. 1 pick, the second straight year a player from France was the first player selected. Follow for live updates, pick tracker, trades, best available,

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With the 2026 draft inching closer, the NBL Next Star has elevated his play in recent weeks, responding after sliding to No. 20 in ESPN’s latest mock draft, where the Mexican prospect was projected to the Charlotte Hornets.

Lonzo Ball had been one of the worst shooters in the NBA this season, making his contract a target for the Cavs to offload.

Jared McCain has been reportedly traded from the Philadelphia 76ers to the Oklahoma City Thunder ahead of the deadline.

The Oklahoma City Thunder have acquired Jared McCain from the Philadelphia 76ers for a 2026 first-round draft pick and three second-round picks