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NBA draft 2026 first-round winners and losers: triumph of the tankers and the Jalen Brunson Effect

AJ Dybantsa went No 1 in a draft that proved to be low on drama, but loaded with generational talent

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NBA Draft 2026 First-Round Grades: Hornets, Bulls Reach While Top Draft Picks Rate Highly

The top five teams all receive top marks for their selections with plenty of value throughout the first round.

Sports Illustrated

2026 NBA Draft: Five Best Fits From the First Round

Breaking down the five best fits of the first round of the 2026 NBA draft, from AJ Dybantsa to Yaxel Lendeborg.

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What to Watch for NBA Draft 2026: Latest Intel Around No. 1 Pick, Predicted Risers and Fallers

Also, point guards will dominate the early lottery picks with a host of them projected to be selected between picks five through 10.

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NBA draft 2026 predictions: a consensus at No 1 and a rising Mexican star

AJ Dybantsa is widely expected to have his name called first on Tuesday. But which other young stars are worth keeping an eye on?

The Guardian - US

NBA Draft Prediction Market Matchup: Keaton Wagler vs Darius Acuff Jr.

Keaton Wagler is favored to be drafted first over Darius Acuff on Kalshi.

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Final Full Two-Round 2026 NBA Mock Draft: Latest Intel on Lottery Picks and Scouting Reports on 60 Prospects

The Wizards have a plethora of options with the No. 1 selection, and the top of the first round has plenty of intrigue.

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NBA Draft Lottery Player Comps: The High and Low End of a Deep Class’s Ratings

We try to predict how each projected lottery pick’s career will look like as compared to NBA players past and present.

Sports Illustrated

NBA Mock Draft 2026: How First Round Shakes Out After NCAA Withdrawal Deadline

Stars deciding to return to college thinned out the draft’s depth, leaving NBA teams focused on a star-heavy top tier.

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NBA Mock Draft: First Board With Lottery Odds, Post-NCAA Tournament Projections

After the consensus top three picks—AJ Dybantsa, Darryn Peterson and Cameron Boozer—some players made big moves with strong March Madness showings.

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Sports Illustrated’s 2025–26 Men’s College Basketball All-Americans

In one of the best seasons in recent memory, a host of top players elevated above their very talented peers.

Sports Illustrated

Braylon Mullins Buzzer-Beater Beats Duke—Stats, Age, Height Revealed as Fans Question if Chris Mullin Is His Father

Braylon Mullins' incredible 35-foot buzzer-beater sends UConn to the Final Four, defeating Duke in a thrilling March Madness Elite Eight game. This clutch shot went viral and significantly boosted his NBA draft prospects.

International Business Times UK

10 Photos of Darius Acuff Jr.: March Madness Star Turns Heads With Historic Shoe Deal

Arkansas freshman Darius Acuff Jr. becomes the first NCAA men's basketball player to secure a signature shoe deal with Reebok, following standout performances in the 2026 NCAA March Madness tournament.

International Business Times UK

March Madness: Five Bold Predictions for Men’s NCAA Tournament Sweet 16

We’ve got some educated guesses for how Thursday and Friday will play out.

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Arkansas Game Moment of Truth for Arizona’s Tommy Lloyd

What happens in this Sweet 16 game is massive for Tommy Lloyd's reputation and for Arizona basketball as a whole.

Sports Illustrated

Ranking All Eight Men’s March Madness Sweet 16 Games

From sleeper showdowns to Final Four previews, here’s how every Sweet 16 game stacks up.

Sports Illustrated

Men’s NCAA Tournament Regional Breakdowns Heading Into the Sweet 16

The Sweet 16 is set to deliver some absolutely fantastic basketball.

Sports Illustrated

SEC Record in March Madness 2026 After Thursday’s First Round NCAA Tournament Games

The SEC has the most teams in the field once again, and is off to a strong start in the Big Dance.

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Eight Standout Performances From the First Round of the NCAA Tournament

All the best performances from the first round of the 2026 NCAA tournament.

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40 Top NBA Draft Prospects to Watch During March Madness

There will be plenty of surefire lottery picks, plus men’s college basketball players who could rise up draft boards with a strong NCAA tournament showing.

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Men’s March Madness Expert Predictions: Dark Horses, Vulnerable No. 1 Seeds, Title Winner

What will we see over the three weeks of the NCAA tournament? Here are Sports Illustrated’s picks for player of the year, best mid-major team to watch and Final Four projections.

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March Madness Rankings: Every Men’s NCAA Tournament Team From No. 1 to 68

How accurate are the seeds? We examine each team’s strengths, weaknesses and everything in between.

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Picking the Best Men's NCAA Tournament Teams at Each Seed Line

Which No. 1 seed is king? Which middle seed could make a deep run? Here are the best teams at each seed line in the men's NCAA tournament.

Sports Illustrated

Forde Minutes: Everything You Need to Know About Men’s March Madness

Prolific freshmen, veteran-led teams, Big Ten’s title drought, coaches who need a good NCAA tournament run and mid-major wagons … here’s your guide to the best three weeks of the year.

Sports Illustrated

Best Men’s College Basketball Games to Watch: Duke Defends No. 1 Ranking, Big 12 Rematch

With just two weeks to go until Selection Sunday, the fight for the No. 1 seeds heats up, while the Big Ten bubble battles take center stage.

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