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The New Orleans Pelicans have decided to defer the Los Angeles Lakers' first-round pick from the Anthony Davis trade to 2025, allowing the Lakers to select 17th overall in the 2024 NBA Draft. This is the final first-round pick the Lakers owe to the Pelicans from the 2019 trade.
Caleb Love, a standout shooting guard, has decided to return to Arizona for his final college season instead of entering the 2024 NBA Draft. His return boosts Arizona's prospects as they enter their first season in the Big 12 Conference. Love, who transferred from North Carolina and was a CBS Sports Third Team All-American, will be key to Arizona's success alongside new transfers and returning players. His decision also led to four-star freshman Joson Sanon switching his commitment to Arizona State.
The 2024 NBA Draft Big Board 2.0 has been updated following the NBA Draft Combine, with notable movements including new entries Baylor Scheierman and Johnny Furphy in the top 30, and Tidjane Salaun and Bub Carrington in the top 14. The draft process is now intensifying with individual and group workouts. The top five prospects are Alexandre Sarr, Stephon Castle, Zach Risacher, Donovan Clingan, and Ron Holland, each showcasing unique skills and potential.
Kentucky basketball is undergoing significant changes as Mark Pope takes over as head coach, with several players entering the NCAA transfer portal and declaring for the 2024 NBA Draft. Notable departures include Adou Thiero, Justin Edwards, and Ugonna Onyenso, while recruits like Collin Chandler are committing to the program. The team's roster for the 2024-25 season is in flux, and updates are expected as more players make announcements about their plans.
Alex Sarr, the projected No. 2 pick, has declared for the 2024 NBA draft after a successful season in Australia's NBL with the Perth Wildcats. The 7-foot-1 prospect showcased his skills in a two-game series against G League Ignite, impressing with his scoring, rebounding, shot-blocking, and 3-point shooting. Sarr, who has taken a unique pathway to the draft, is now focused on preparing for the NBA and aims to become the highest player ever drafted from the NBL.
The 2024 NBA Mock Draft predicts the top prospects after March Madness, with players like Alexandre Sarr, Rob Dillingham, and Reed Sheppard making strong cases for top picks. The article provides insights into the performances and potential of various players, including their strengths, weaknesses, and pro comparisons, as scouts continue to evaluate and analyze the upcoming draft class.
UConn's success in the NCAA Tournament has bolstered the NBA potential of its players, with the team projected to have multiple first-round picks in the upcoming 2024 NBA Draft. Zach Edey, despite some weaknesses, has also garnered attention for a potential first-round selection. The draft landscape has been influenced by the performances of UConn and Purdue in the tournament, with Zaccharie Risacher and Alex Sarr maintaining their positions at the top of the draft.
FAU star guard Johnell Davis and several other players have entered the college basketball transfer portal, with Davis also declaring for the 2024 NBA Draft. The spring portal window is open until May 1, and players impacted by coaching changes after that date will still be able to transfer. CBS Sports has ranked the top 50 players available in the transfer portal, with Davis, Vladislav Goldin, Tucker DeVries, Zeke Mayo, and AJ Storr among the top players.
The 2024 NBA Mock Draft predicts potential picks ahead of the Sweet 16, with prospects from NCAA tournament teams like Connecticut, Duke, and Kentucky making waves. Alexandre Sarr is projected to go first to the Detroit Pistons, while Rob Dillingham and Zaccharie Risacher are also top picks. The draft also features players like Ron Holland, Reed Sheppard, and Stephon Castle, with their performances in the tournament influencing their draft stock.
The 2024 men’s NCAA tournament presents a significant opportunity for college basketball players to elevate their draft prospects, with past March Madness performances leading to notable rises in the NBA draft. SB Nation's pre-March Madness mock draft highlights players with the most at stake, featuring top prospects like Nikola Topic, Alex Sarr, and Rob Dillingham. The tournament serves as a crucial platform for these players to showcase their talents and potentially impact their draft positions.
NBA executives are considering the future of Bronny James, son of LeBron James, as a potential candidate for the 2024 NBA draft. Despite his modest statistics in his freshman year at USC, teams are preparing for his potential entry into the draft, with the possibility of him joining his father's team, the Los Angeles Lakers, being a significant factor. Bronny's decision will be influenced by team interest and developmental situation rather than draft position, and his health condition will also play a role in the decision-making process.
In the latest NBA mock draft by analyst Kyle Boone, rising French star Zaccharie Risacher is projected to go No. 1, followed by Serbian star Nikola Topic at No. 2 and French star Alex Sarr at No. 3. Colorado's Cody Williams is the first college player taken, landing at No. 4. The mock draft is based on the analyst's rankings and does not consider team need and fit, with the order based on odds via SportsLine.
The 2024 NBA Draft is considered a weaker class with no clear No. 1 pick, making it challenging to evaluate due to the lack of top talent at the college level. The latest mock draft features top prospects such as Nikola Topic, Alex Sarr, and Rob Dillingham, with G League Ignite players Matas Buzelis and Ron Holland also in the top five. French wing Zaccharie Risacher is rising up draft boards, and the mock draft provides a first-round projection for the 2024 NBA Draft.
The 2024 NBA Mock Draft 5.0 features international prospects dominating the top half of the lottery, with French players and newcomers making waves. Alex Sarr, Zaccharie Risacher, and Tidjane Salaun are projected in the lottery, while newcomers Devin Carter and Jaylon Tyson have garnered attention. The updated mock draft provides insights into potential first-round picks and their performances, highlighting their strengths and areas for improvement as the NBA Draft approaches.
The 2024 NBA Draft is anticipated to be weaker compared to previous years, with overseas players rising to the top. Zaccharie Risacher from France is projected as the No. 1 pick, followed by Alex Sarr from Australia and Nikola Topić from Serbia. Other notable prospects include Cody Williams, Stephon Castle, and Ron Holland. The draft is expected to be influenced by team needs and preferences, with a focus on identifying potential stars in a seemingly lackluster class.