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Mar 3, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama (1) reacts after his team scores against the Philadelphia 76ers during the second quarter at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images | Bill Streicher-Imagn Images The Spurs re-signed Victor Wembanyama, something everyone expected to happen. What was surprising about it was that Wembanyama, a consensus top-five player in the league, decided to settle for the normal maximum cont...

WICHITA, KS - MARCH 15: The University of Kansas takes on the University of Pennsylvania during the 2018 NCAA Photos via Getty Images Men's Basketball Tournament held at Intrust Bank Arena on March 15, 2018 in Wichita, Kansas. (Photo by Evert Nelson/NCAA Photos via Getty Images) | NCAA Photos via Getty Images Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NCAA. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Mid-Major fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to par...

Allen Graves and Izaiyah Nelson | Photos from Getty Images Just two players were selected directly from mid-major programs in the 2026 NBA Draft. Santa Clara’s Allen Graves was the No. 19 pick to the Toronto Raptors, and the draft rights of South Florida’s Izaiyah Nelson, the No. 51 pick, were traded to Orlando. However, according to the Mid-Major Reacts survey, despite Graves being a top-20 pick and Nelson being one of the final 10 selections, the two will be equally impactful in the ongoing...

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NCAA. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Mid-Major fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. We’ve hit NBA Summer League season. While there have been a few games the last couple of days, Summer League starts in earnest in Las Vegas on Thursday. There were two players drafted straight from mid-major programs last month: Allen Graves from Santa Clara and Izaiyah ...

Feb 4, 2026; Waco, Texas, USA; Baylor Bears center James Nnaji (46) shoots a free throw during the second half against the Colorado Buffaloes at Paul and Alejandra Foster Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images | Chris Jones-Imagn Images “I don’t want any pros on my team because you talk about connectivity and you take one guy from a different place, you put him in that locker room, and it changes the dynamic,” George Mason head coach Tony Skinn told the media after a win against...

COLUMBUS, OHIO - MARCH 21: Head coach Carly Thibault-Dudonis of the Fairfield Stags reacts to a call during a first round game of the 2026 NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish held at Jerome Schottenstein Center on March 21, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio. (Photo by Jay LaPrete/NCAA Photos/NCAA Photos via Getty Images) | NCAA Photos via Getty Images Dusty May went from Florida Atlantic to the NBA in two years. Of course, a national championship at Michigan this pas...

Mike Jones coaches from the sideline. | Photo courtesy of Old Dominion University. In 2019, Carsen Edwards authored arguably the most memorable NCAA Tournament scoring runs in recent memory as Purdue reached the Elite Eight. Yet the team that held Edwards to his lowest point total of the tournament wasn’t coached by Jay Wright, Tony Bennett or Rick Barnes, all of whom the Boilermakers faced. It was Old Dominion. The Monarchs haven’t returned to the NCAA Tournament since, but in his third seas...

Six years after her last league appearance, Canadian Kayla Alexander suited up for a WNBA team at home

Whitcomb: ‘It’s frustrating to continually be in those positions and not come up with the win’

Gray most recently moved up on the Aces franchise scoring record

After years of watching from afar, Stephen Gillaspie made his first trip to Summer League and discovered that basketball is only a part of what makes the annual gathering so special.

The No Ceilings crew gives their thoughts on the first two days of 2026 NBA Summer League Action in Las Vegas.

LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 11: Labaron Philon #00 of the Philadelphia 76ers dribbles the ball during the game against the Indiana Pacers on July 11, 2026 at the Cox Pavilion in Las Vegas, Nevada. 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 Mike Kirschbaum/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Ima...

An NBA trade happened that angered me. But the bigger picture of what is happening to us as basketball fans had me frightened for other NBA fan bases as well.

Let's Get to Work. Breaking down every NBA Summer League roster

Our own Nathan Grubel details how he approaches scouting and evaluating players during the NBA Summer League, offering some helpful tips on what to watch for past scoring and raw box score numbers.

A brief review of the California Classic Summer League games, live from Sacramento, as the NBA Summer League schedule officially kicks off.

Stephen Gillaspie revisits his 2026 NBA Draft rankings after landing spots have been set--weighing talent alongside organizational fit, opportunity, and long-term development.

Our own Nathan Grubel shares his personal philosophy around the elements of basketball analysis and why each pillar isn't more important than the next.

The 2026 NBA Draft has come and gone, but that's not the end of the road! Maxwell breaks down the 2026 undrafted free agent class, where they're headed, and their future prospects.

The No Ceilings crew puts a bow on the 2026 NBA Draft by giving out their superlatives for the draft.

A look at some of the best remaining players for Round Two of the 2026 NBA Draft.

The No Ceilings crew puts together their second-to-last Mock Draft of the 2026 NBA Draft cycle.

The moment has almost arrived. The No Ceilings crew installs their final BIG Board of the 2026 NBA Draft cycle.

Jam Hines and Stephen Gillaspie close out the 2026 Draft Lottery Preview series with the team drafting with the Top Pick: YOUR Washington Wizards!

Oklahoma City Spark softball star Maya Brady isn't the only one in the Brady family who is all about winning.

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - JULY 14: (Editors Note: Tonal effects have been applied to this image) Tarris Reed Jr. #10 of the San Antonio Spurs poses for a portrait during the 2026 NBA Rookie Photo Shoot at UNLV on July 14, 2026 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images) | Getty Images Welcome to the Game Thread. Veterans of the Game Thread know how we do things around here, but for all you newbies we have a few rules. Our community guidelines apply and basically say be cool, no per...

Here is what could happen to Gary Trent Jr., the Bucks and their future draft picks if the NBA decides to void his $64.0 million contract.

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 25: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers shakes hands with Draymond Green #23 of the Golden State Warriors after the Lakers defeated the Warriors 118-108 at Chase Center on January 25, 2025 in San Francisco, 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 Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images) ...