CHICAGO – The 2025 NBA Draft offered plenty of twists, but one name popped up for the wrong reasons. According to Jeremy Woo of ESPN, NBA executives branded Egor Demin as the biggest reach of this year’s class. The Nets took him at No. 8. Many insiders think that’s far too early. Egor Demin Gets Unfortunate Title As Biggest Reach By NBA Execs Jun 25, 2025; Brooklyn, NY, USA; … [Read more...] about 6-Foot-9 Rookie Gets Unfortunate Title As Biggest Reach
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2025 2nd Rounder Becomes Highest Draft Pick from Liberty To Ink NBA Contract, Potentially 7th Flame To Play At Highest Level
In an expected move, the Indiana Pacers signed 2025 second-round pick Taelon Peter to a two-way deal earlier today. Peter was selected with the No. 54 pick out of Liberty University, becoming the highest draft pick in the Flames program’s history. “The Indiana Pacers and No. 54 pick Taelon Peter have agreed to a two-way deal,” Michael Scotto of Hoopshype.com tweeted. “Peter … [Read more...] about 2025 2nd Rounder Becomes Highest Draft Pick from Liberty To Ink NBA Contract, Potentially 7th Flame To Play At Highest Level
Post-NBA Summer League: Promising Players to Be Hopeful About
The 2025 NBA Summer League wrapped up last weekend, and several players stood out. Many took the next step in their development, which indicates some positive signs for rookie contract players. There are many promising players to be hopeful about after their overall performance over the past few weeks. Post-NBA Summer League: Promising Players to Be Hopeful About Kyle … [Read more...] about Post-NBA Summer League: Promising Players to Be Hopeful About
Worst Case Scenario: How Kuminga Can Paralyze Warriors’ Future
The Golden State Warriors and Jonathan Kuminga find themselves in a critical situation. The Warriors hoped that they could unload Kuminga this summer and upgrade their roster. It is clear that he is not part of their future, but can they mend fences and find a way that benefits both sides? Right now, it seems like Kuminga is determined to find a team that values him. But he can … [Read more...] about Worst Case Scenario: How Kuminga Can Paralyze Warriors’ Future
2026 NBA Mock Draft 0.5: Way Too Early Edition
With the 2025 NBA Draft come and gone, plus the conclusion of Summer League, now is the time to take a first look at the incoming prospects. Unquestionably, the 2026 NBA Draft looks to be another deep draft class full of amazing and talented players. It is a class that appears to have even more overall talent than the previous one as star talent is abundant, even beyond the top … [Read more...] about 2026 NBA Mock Draft 0.5: Way Too Early Edition