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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...

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 ...

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.

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!

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) ...

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - JULY 09: Yaxel Lendeborg #1 of the Golden State Warriors is guarded by Ryan Nembhard #9 of the Dallas Mavericks in the second half of a 2026 NBA Summer League game at the Thomas & Mack Center on July 09, 2026 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. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images) | Getty Images When...

SACRAMENTO, CA - MARCH 3: Gheorghe Muresan #77 of the Washington Bullets stands during a game played on March 3, 1996 at Arco Arena in Sacramento, 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 1996 NBAE (Photo by Rocky Widner/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images There are three kinds of NBA j...

LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 11: Adou Thiero #1 of the Los Angeles Lakers drives to the basket during the game against the Dallas Mavericks on July 11, 2026 at the Thomas & Mack Center 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 Candice Ward/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Get...

Los Angeles’ crosstown rivalry reignited Tuesday about 300 miles away from their respective arenas. A potential highlight transition dunk from Adou Thiero turned into a hard foul, deemed reckless enough to be upgraded to a flagrant. Some extra pushing and shoving followed, resulting in technicals. Thiero and the Summer League Lakers brushed off the mini scuffle and went on to win their fifth straight game, including three in a row to remain undefeated in Las Vegas. The purple and gold’s 36th ...

Fluke Deez. Preparation finally synced up with opportunity for Dillon Brooks in his 9th season in the NBA, as he shot his way to the brink of an All-Star bid, but the naysayers in the Suns content sphere are tugging on his jersey, trying to pull the Villain back down to earth. They want to give away his shots to Miles Bridges and relegate his shine to the corner three, but nobody puts Dillon in the corner. For the duration of his career, prior to his arrival in Phoenix, the turnaround jumper ...

LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 13: Rasheer Fleming #20 of the Phoenix Suns dribbles the ball during the game against the Milwaukee Bucks on July 13, 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 Stephen Greathouse/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Imag...

Here are three NBA teams that should stop chasing the Play-In, trade their veterans, and fully commit to a rebuild before the offseason ends.

Hitting on the margins is a must for any successful NBA franchise. Jam analyzes 13 prospects in the 2026 NBA Draft who are primed to be mined along the margins.

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LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 12: Khaman Maluach #10 of the Phoenix Suns grabs a rebound during the game against the New Orleans Pelicans on July 12, 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 Image...