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5 NBA Teams That Can’t Afford to Strike Out in the Draft
Jake Peter lists five teams that must succeed in October’s NBA Draft.
June 18, 2020
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Jake Peter lists five teams that must succeed in October’s NBA Draft.
The Philadelphia 76ers had high expectations for Michael Carter-Williams when they selected him with the 11th-overall pick in the 2013 NBA Draft. The 6-foot-5 guard averaged 11.9 points, 7.3 assists, and 5.0 rebounds in his sophomore year at Syracuse, and he had the frame and length to guard multiple positions.
When NBA fans think back on recent MVP snubs, many point out James Harden’s 2018-19 campaign as one that appeared worthy of the award. But regardless of whether Harden deserved MVP that year, many fans overlook a season in which voters almost undeniably got it wrong.
Jake Peter looks back at the team that revolutionized basketball and nearly ended the Warriors’ dynasty.
Jake Peter breaks down the Panthers’ 2020 schedule, analyzes the matchups, and shares his prediction regarding their season outcome.
History has proven that there is no perfect formula for drafting NBA players. Of the 26 players in this year’s All-Star Game, 11 were selected 13th or later in the draft. Reserves Nikola Jokic and Khris Middleton fell all the way to the second round. Lottery picks often underwhelm or flame out, while late fliers occasionally transform into role players or even franchise centerpieces.
Jake Peter reports on the NFL Draft’s 12th, 13th, and 14th overall picks.
Commissioner Adam Silver has postponed the NBA season until at least May 1, and many league insiders believe he may cancel it soon. But no matter what he decides, the NBA will still hold the 2020 draft sometime this year.
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver has postponed the NBA season until at least May 1, and many league insiders believe he may cancel it soon. But no matter what he decides, the NBA will still hold the 2020 draft sometime this year.
Jake Peter shares his projections for the top 10 picks in the 2020 NBA draft.
Jake Peter examines the top five candidates for NBA Rookie of the Year.
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