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basketball21 days ago•6 min saved

Pacers land Zubac in blockbuster center swap with Clippers

Indiana trades Bennedict Mathurin, Isaiah Jackson, two first-round picks (one 2026 protected 1-4 and 10-30; if not conveyed, an unprotected 2031 first) and a 2029 unprotected first, plus a second, to the Clippers to land Ivica Zubac and Kobe Brown. The move gives Indiana a much-needed center upgrade ahead of Tyrese Haliburton’s return, while Zubac (under contract through 2027-28) averages about 14.4 points and 11.0 rebounds this season and Mathurin is set to be an RFA this offseason.

via RealGM|

#basketball #bennedict-mathurin #first-round-picks

sports24 days ago•4 min saved

Grizzlies trade Jaren Jackson Jr. to Jazz for three first-round picks, kicking off Memphis rebuild

Memphis trades Jaren Jackson Jr. to Utah for three first-round picks and several players, creating a $28.8 million trade exception (the largest in NBA history) and signaling a full rebuild in Memphis, while Utah adds a Jackson–Markkanen frontline and keeps an eye on a potential Morant move.

via NBC Sports|

#first-round-picks #jaren-jackson-jr #memphis-grizzlies

sports24 days ago•22 min saved

Jazz land Jaren Jackson Jr., kick off rebuild with big draft haul

Memphis sent Jaren Jackson Jr., John Konchar, Vince Williams Jr. and Jock Landale to Utah for Walter Clayton, Kyle Anderson, Taylor Hendricks, Georges Niang, and three future first-round picks (Lakers’ 2027 top-four protected; the most favorable 2027 pick from Cavaliers/Wolves/Jazz; Suns’ 2031 unprotected). Memphis also creates a near $28.9 million traded player exception and adds substantial draft capital, signaling a rebuild as Utah positions a future frontcourt around Markkanen, Kessler, and Jackson. Jackson is on a four-year, $205 million extension, and Utah’s payroll rises this season as they aim to be competitive next year.

via Hoops Rumors|

#first-round-picks #jaren-jackson-jr #memphis-grizzlies

sports6 months ago•2 min saved

Oregon Ducks and 2026 NFL Draft Prospects Highlighted in Mock Drafts

ESPN's 2026 NFL mock draft projects two Oregon Ducks, Matayo Uiagalelei and Isaiah World, as first-round picks, highlighting their potential impact at the next level and marking a rare back-to-back occurrence for Oregon.

via OregonLive.com|

#first-round-picks #isaiah-world #matayo-uiagalelei

sports7 months ago•4 min saved

2025 MLB Draft Preview: Top Picks, Mock Predictions, and Day 1 Analysis

The 2025 MLB Draft's first round took place with 27 picks, including notable selections like Eli Willits at No. 1 by the Nationals and Kade Anderson at No. 3 by the Mariners, with grades highlighting the strengths and weaknesses of each pick, and the draft featuring some surprises and strategic choices.

via CBS Sports|

#draft-grades #eli-willits #first-round-picks

sports7 months ago•22 min saved

2025 MLB Draft Preview: Top Prospects and Key Updates

The article provides live analysis and scouting reports for every first-round pick in the 2025 MLB Draft, highlighting top prospects like Eli Willits, Tyler Bremner, Kade Anderson, Ethan Holliday, and others, with insights into their skills, potential, and draft implications.

via Baseball America|

#2025-draft #baseball-prospects #first-round-picks

sports7 months ago•0 min saved

Nets' First-Round Picks Shine in Summer League Debut

Four of the Brooklyn Nets' five first-round picks made their summer league debuts in Las Vegas, but the game was more of a preliminary showcase with typical summer league sloppiness and high temperatures, so it's too early to draw conclusions.

via New York Post|

#first-round-picks #las-vegas #nets

sports7 months ago•15 min saved

MLB Draft 2025: Top Prospects and Mock Predictions

The article reviews the best and worst first-round draft picks for each MLB team since 2000, highlighting standout successes like Corbin Carroll and Javier Báez, as well as notable misses such as Kyler Murray and Matt Hobgood, providing a retrospective on draft impacts over the past 25 years.

via Sports Illustrated|

#baseball #best-picks #first-round-picks

sports8 months ago•6 min saved

Blackhawks Boost Draft Strategy with Multiple First-Round Picks

The Chicago Blackhawks strategically acquired three additional first-round draft picks, emphasizing volume and potential over strict analytics, and selected Anton Frondell, Vaclav Nestrasil, and Mason West, with West being a dual-sport athlete with high potential.

via The New York Times|

#anton-frondell #blackhawks #first-round-picks

sports8 months ago•38 min saved

2025 NHL Draft Highlights: Top Picks, Team Fits, and Scouting Insights

The article provides a detailed analysis and grading of every first-round pick in the 2025 NHL Draft, highlighting key prospects like Matthew Schaefer, Michael Misa, and others, with insights into their skills, potential, and the reasoning behind each team's selection.

via The New York Times|

#first-round-picks #hockey-prospects #nhl-draft-2025

sports8 months ago•12 min saved

2025 NHL Draft: Mock Picks, Analysis, and Flyers' Strategy

The article presents Meltzer's 2025 first-round mock NHL Draft, highlighting key prospects like defenseman Matthew Schaefer, forward Michael Misa, and Flyers' pick James Hagens, among others, with detailed analysis of each player's strengths, potential, and organizational fit.

via NHL.com|

#2025-nhl-draft #first-round-picks #hockey-prospects

sports8 months ago•1 min saved

Brooklyn Nets Acquire Multiple First-Round Picks in Porzingis Trade

The Brooklyn Nets have acquired five first-round picks in the upcoming NBA draft after trading Kristaps Porzingis, giving them the most first-round selections since 2009 and enabling a potential major rebuild or strategic trades.

via Sports Illustrated|

#brooklyn-nets #first-round-picks #kristaps-porzingis-trade

sports8 months ago•2 min saved

Orlando Magic acquire Desmond Bane in trade with Memphis Grizzlies

The Orlando Magic acquired Desmond Bane from Memphis in a bold trade involving Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, Cole Anthony, and four unprotected first-round picks, signaling a shift to a win-now approach and aiming to boost their playoff prospects, while Memphis gains flexibility for future moves.

via NBC Sports|

#desmond-bane #first-round-picks #memphis-grizzlies

sports1 year ago•15 min saved

2025 NFL Mock Draft: Giants, Raiders Eye Top QB Picks Amidst Shifting Order

Sports Illustrated's 2025 NFL Mock Draft 4.0 provides first-round predictions for each team based on current records and team needs. The mock draft highlights top prospects like Shedeur Sanders, Cam Ward, and Travis Hunter, addressing key positions such as quarterback, offensive tackle, and wide receiver. Teams like the Raiders, Giants, and Patriots are projected to make significant picks to bolster their rosters, with Sanders and Ward leading the quarterback selections. The draft also emphasizes the importance of defensive and offensive line improvements for various teams.

via Sports Illustrated|

#college-football #first-round-picks #mock-draft

sports1 year ago•47 min saved

2024 MLB Draft: Top Picks, Surprises, and Fantasy Prospects

The 2024 MLB Draft saw 25 of the first 30 picks align with Keith Law's top 31 rankings, with no major surprises or reaches. The Cleveland Guardians selected Travis Bazzana, a standout second baseman from Oregon State, as the first overall pick. The Cincinnati Reds followed with Chase Burns, a top pitcher from Wake Forest. The Colorado Rockies picked Charlie Condon, the top prospect on Law's board. Other notable picks included Nick Kurtz by the Oakland Athletics and Hagen Smith by the Chicago White Sox. The draft featured a mix of college and high school talents, with a focus on players with high potential and strong performances.

via The New York Times|

#2024 #analysis #first-round-picks