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In episode 254, Max chats with Bleacher Report National NBA Writer Eric Pincus! One of the most respected and well-connected journalists in basketball, Eric has spent decades covering the NBA, working closely with executives, agents, front offices and decision-makers across the league. Fresh off attending the NBA Draft Combine, Eric shares his insights into some of the biggest stories shaping the future of the NBA. We dive into the league's proposed lottery changes, the unstoppable Knicks, Victor Wembanyama's rapid development, and why many believe the NBA is entering a new era led by a new generation of superstars. Eric also discusses the futures of Giannis Antetokounmpo and LeBron James, potential roster-building strategies around Luka Dončić in Los Angeles, and what teams are looking for when evaluating talent in today's NBA. Plus, we explore the evolution of international basketball, front office decision-making, team building, player development, championship windows, and the challenges facing organisations across the league. A fascinating conversation filled with elite basketball insight, behind-the-scenes perspective, and analysis from one of the NBA's leading voices. All this and much more in episode 254 of Sporting Max! www.instagram.com/sportingmax.podcast/

Send us Fan MailAlex Karaban joins the Connecticut Scoreboard Podcast to talk about everything that's happened since the end of the season, including his experience at the NBA Draft Combine, the pre-draft process, and the next steps in his basketball journey. Alex discusses how this year's combine felt different compared to 2024, improving his vertical leap by 5.5 inches, his favorite and least favorite drills, team workouts, and whether he pays attention to mock drafts. He also shares what he wants NBA teams to know most about him as he prepares for the draft.We also dive into the outlook for UConn Huskies basketball next season, including the roster coming together, the returns of Silas Demary Jr. and Braylon Mullins, thoughts on Solo's wrist injury, and highly regarded transfer Nik Khamenia. Beyond basketball, Alex talks about participating in a Make-A-Wish event at Great Wolf Lodge, watching Steph Castle in the NBA Playoffs, and some of his favorite things about spending time in Chicago — including where he stands on deep dish pizza.

The tanking did not cost Cedric Coward a spot on the All-Rookie 1st Team, as announced by the NBA recently. Cedric is now the sixth player taken by Zach Kleiman and the front office to receive this honor.This episode covers this news, and answers a couple of listener questions about the roster and the draft. Also: Taylor Jenkins and former Grizzlies assistants join the Bucks, the new lottery system might punish the Grizzlies, and Cam Boozer and Caleb Wilson are measured at hte NBA Draft Combine.Join the listener slack at Patreon.com/FastbreakBreakfastPlease subscribe to this podcast on Youtube!Use promo code FBBF and get bonus cash at Underdog Fantasy: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfastCheck out the NBA and Grizzlies merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfastGet $20 off your first purchase at SeatGeek with promo code: FASTBREAKBREAK

Chase Hughes joins Ben Standig to discuss the NBA Draft Combine, the superstar upside of AJ Dybantsa, concerns surrounding Darryn Peterson, whether Cameron Boozer is still in play, and late-round targets for the Washington Wizards.

The boys are back in a jampacked, TWO-episode week with a 1st offering heavy on the Houston Cougar championship talk with the following topics on offering: Recapping women's golf's historic postseason performance at the Louisville regional Lydia Lasprilla, Cougar women's golf head coach, joins the pawd to recap Louisville and preview the NCAA women's golf championship Bobby gives a full preview of the NCAAs and what Coog fans can expect from this event Track & Field's strong weekend at Big 12 Outdoors in Tucson Checking in with men's hoops alum performances/draft prospects from last week's NBA Draft Combine

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Episode 111! We're back! We'll discuss the Diamond Hogs series win at Kentucky, take a look at the Hoop Hogs in the NBA Draft Combine, and more. https://www.youtube.com/live/URWMlg6qq9E?si=ovtutY-jiH_6NXfz https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1PvFhLdner/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Conference Finals are set, and we have takes. On tonight's show: Anthony Edwards congratulated the Spurs with eight minutes still on the clock, and Brendan Suhr - 47 years in the NBA - says he's never seen anything like it. We get into what that actually says about Minnesota.Brendan also went on record with a guarantee: Giannis will not be a Milwaukee Buck next season, but when you look around the league, there is almost no team with a real trade package for him. We break down who could actually make a move.In the West, both of the guys think the Spurs might be more dangerous than their seeding suggests, Brendan goes as far as saying OKC has to win every single home game just to stay alive. We pick both Conference Finals series, break down the Thunder-Spurs tactical battle, and discuss what the Knicks need to do to get to the Finals.Plus: Brendan was at the NBA Draft Combine this week and saw a player from Baylor do something so impressive he didn't even come back the next day. We get into the top prospects, who helped themselves, who's going back to school, and what Brendan would do with the number one pick.Topics covered: Cavs beat Pistons 125-94 in Game 7 - what went wrong for Detroit Knicks vs Cavs Eastern Conference Finals preview and prediction Anthony Edwards handshake moment and the Timberwolves leadership question Thunder vs Spurs Western Conference Finals breakdown Brendan's bold take: Spurs are the more dangerous team Shams leaking the SGA MVP award and why draft pick spoilers need to stop Brendan guarantees Giannis leaves Milwaukee - but who can afford him? NBA Draft Combine: Brendan's first-hand scouting report Cam Carr,AJ Dybantsa, Caleb Wilson and who helped themselves most Florida's decision to bring everyone back

Ben Anderson and Chandler Holt go over the NBA Draft Combine's winners and losers, storylines around the Utah Jazz's second pick, and answer your mailbag questions on this week's episode of the Jazz Notes podcast! These podcasts are available on YouTube with video, typically after the audio version is posted. Sign up for the new Jazz Notes newsletter! Receive game updates, exclusive analysis and chances to win Jazz tickets. Check out Ben and Chandler's X profiles - @BensHoops +@CHoltSports You can be a part of the Jazz Notes podcast by submitting questions for our mailbag through Ben's X on Mondays!

Shannon Sharpe, Chad "Ochocinco" Johnson, and Joe Johnson react to the 2025 NBA Draft Combine results. The Nightcap crew goes crazy over AJ Dybantsa posting the highest vertical at the combine and preview the San Antonio Spurs vs OKC Thunder WCF matchup. Download the PrizePicks app today and use code SHANNON to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup! https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/NIGHTCAP 0:00 - Spurs eliminate Timberwolves to advance to WCF37:59 - NBA Combine46:08 - Unc was a top basketball player in Georgia HS History?! (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #ClubSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Mayor of Downey and Apollo stop by to welcome the guys to Downey. BFF Don MacLean on the NBA Playoffs and the NBA Draft Combine. Secret Textoso RoundupSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to the controversial ending to Game 5 in Cleveland where the Pistons were on the wrong end of a no call before diving into the keys you need to watch out for in Game 6. Is it time for Detroit to bench Jalen Duren? Plus, we tackle a big close out challenge for the young Spurs in Minnesota and look ahead to see if San Antonio has a legitimate chance at title contention. Next, we react to some of the key storylines coming from the NBA Draft Combine including if the Jazz may try to move up to draft AJ Dybantsa and where the tiers of this draft fall off. Finally, with an uncertain future in Philadelphia, how challenging will it be to build around the 76ers' young core considering the amount of salary invested in aging players. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show Torres talks NBA Draft Combine Whispers + Intel, talking the latest on Milan Momcilivic, Allen Graves, Koa Peat, Matt Able and more! Plus, some surprise good news for North Carolina? And Arkansas too? Finally, Paul Finebaum OBLITERATED Lane Kiffin after Kiffin's Ole Miss comments - what'd he say? And was he right? Timestamps: Milan Momcilivic NBA Draft Combine update (2:00) Combine updates on Allen Graves, Luigi Suigo, Malachi Moreno, Koa Peat, Meleek Thomas + MORE (26:00) UNC's roster - better than we realize (50:00)? Arkansas gets good news on a five-star (1:05:00) Paul Finebaum just CRUSHED Lane Kiffin (1:26:00) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chase Hughes from Monumental Sports was on site in Chicago. He weighs in on how the top prospects looked.

Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris were joined by Elias Schuster of Bulls on SI to share what he learned at the NBA Draft Combine.

In the final hour, Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris were joined by Marquee Sports Network analyst Ryan Dempster to share his memories of Cubs-White Sox series that he played in. After that, Elias Schuster of Bulls on SI joined the show to share what he learned at the NBA Draft Combine.

Cap or No Cap! NFL Schedule Releases, NBA Playoffs, Myles Turner v Giannis; Breaking Down Some Winners & Losers from the NBA Draft Combine; John's Memphis Basketball Good, Bad, and Ugly!

UtahJazz.com's JP Chunga returns from Chicago to discuss the NBA Draft Combine with national media.

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to the controversial ending to Game 5 in Cleveland where the Pistons were on the wrong end of a no call before diving into the keys you need to watch out for in Game 6. Is it time for Detroit to bench Jalen Duren? Plus, we tackle a big close out challenge for the young Spurs in Minnesota and look ahead to see if San Antonio has a legitimate chance at title contention. Next, we react to some of the key storylines coming from the NBA Draft Combine including if the Jazz may try to move up to draft AJ Dybantsa and where the tiers of this draft fall off. Finally, with an uncertain future in Philadelphia, how challenging will it be to build around the 76ers' young core considering the amount of salary invested in aging players. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On Friday's show Paul Gardner joined Zach Abolverdi to discuss what Rueben Chinyelu's NBA Draft Combine performance means for his future at Florida. Plus, they reviewed the history of Gator Growl, debating whether comedian headliners should make a reemergence.

Four Razorbacks have been competing at the NBA Draft Combine. 247Sports just released its new basketball prospect rankings. Ryan Silverfield is touring the state, and recruiting visits are being set up. The Diamond Hogs are wrapping up the regular season, and more spring sports are in the postseason. Join HawgSports.com publisher Trey Biddy as he welcomes in baseball guru Kevin Bohannon and recruiting analyst Danny West on today's episode of HawgSports Live, driven by the Crain Automotive Team!! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As the decision for Milan Momcilovic to play professionally or stay in college looms, he has a lot to weigh. Jake Brend analyzes what he had to say at the NBA Draft Combine. Plus, a reaction to what Bill Fennelly said on "The Rush." Presented by Wyffles Hybrids in the Northwest Bank Studios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jake Brend, Rob Gray and Ben Hutchens break down what Milan Momcilovic said at the NBA Draft Combine and his decision that awaits, they discuss what Bill Fennelly said on “The Rush” with Ross Peterson and Travis Justice, they break down Hutchens profile on Jimmy Rogers and they close by spinning the wheel of old Iowa State stories. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner react to Illinois football adding commitments from 2026 JUCO tight end BJ Thurman and 2027 Morton OL Soren Fifer on back-to-back days. Then the guys discuss Andrej Stojakovic's comments from the NBA Draft Combine about his stay-or-go decision, Quentin Coleman and Zavier Zens rises in the final 2026 rankings and the Illini's home-and-home against Duke. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Visit OmahaSteaks.com right now for 50% off sitewide during their Memorial Day Sale. And for an extra $35 off, use Promo Code ILLINI at checkout. Factor: Head to ⁠factormeals.com/illini50off⁠ and use code illini50off to get 50% off your first Factor box PLUS free breakfast for 1 year. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for just 50% OFF: https://tinyurl.com/2fkhmjdz  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel and Russ Dorsey discussed the Cubs' struggling offense amid the team's three-game losing streak. After that, Score teammate Cody Westerlund joined the show to share insight on the top four prospects in this NBA Draft class and what he has learned about the Bulls at the NBA Draft Combine this week.

Ruthie Polinsky fills in for Cam Smith alongside K.C. Johnson as the two break down a pivotal stretch for the Chicago Bulls following the NBA Draft Lottery. They react to the Bulls landing the 4th overall pick, share the latest on Josh Giddey's injury status, and discuss where the organization's coaching search stands as the offseason begins to ramp up. The episode also includes takeaways from the NBA Draft Combine, including notable press conference moments and early impressions of several intriguing draft prospects. K.C. and Ruthie dive deeper into several names connected to the Bulls, including Chicago-linked star Cam Boozer and North Carolina big man Caleb Wilson, while also taking a quick look at elite talents AJ Dybantsa and Chicago native Darryn Peterson. Later, the conversation shifts toward potential options at No. 15 overall, including high-upside Kentucky forward Jayden Quaintance and towering Michigan center Aday Mara, as the crew evaluates the different directions Chicago could take in this year's draft.

(1) J&J "Over/Unders"-Cam Boozer tested off the charts & Memphis Football o/u (2) John Fanta, NBC Sports, live from the NBA Combine on Boozer, Wilson, Grizz

World Cup Turf + NBA Draft Combine full 1218 Thu, 14 May 2026 22:16:21 +0000 revVRkLGpnNzwcouMLn6yVGv2lYKkPOX sports The Firm of Harris and Marang sports World Cup Turf + NBA Draft Combine Fast paced and local, giving in depth insights to the Trail Blazers, baseball, college football and the NFL. With the right kind of weird to get Portland through the workday. © 2025 Audacy, Inc. Sports https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%

The NBA Draft Combine is now in the books and some of the measurements and drills were fantastic. How much did it change things for AJ Dybantsa, Darryn Peterson, Cam Boozer, and Caleb Wilson.Subscribe to the Hoops Nerd channel for Utah Jazz News, Utah Jazz Post Game Shows, Utah Jazz Rumors, Utah Jazz Film Break Downs, and more! My T-Shirt shop: https://www.teepublic.com/user/hansenjames#utahjazz #basketball #nba

On Thursday, Zach Abolverdi previewed Florida baseball with Jeff Cardozo live from Baton Rouge, talked to former Gator WR Elijhah Badger about the Orlando Storm season and recapped Rueben Chinyelu in the NBA Draft Combine.

On today's show Torres reacts to a bunch of news around the NBA Draft Combine. Kentucky's Malachi Moreno appears to have surging draft stock - time to worry if you're a UK fan? Arizona's Koa Peat struggled at Day 1 of the Combine? Is that good news to get him back? Finally, Louisville adds to its LOADED 2026-2027 roster with a pair of recruits! Timestamps: Kentucky's Malachi Moreno stock is surging - time for UK fans to worry (2:00) Arizona's Koa Peat is struggling - is a return to Arizona in the cards (28:00) Louisville picks up ANOTHER big time commit - is this the most complete team in college hoops (48:00) Thank you to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Caulipuffs, the healthy, yet delicious snack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ that is taking over your grocery isle! For more details - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠visit CauliPuffs.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Isaac Harris from Locked On Mavs joins the Nation live from the NBA Draft Combine in Chicago full 710 Wed, 13 May 2026 00:18:41 +0000 2uHGJQlhiOzDMaXOdqYhm4YnI1qG4RPw nba,dallas mavericks,sports GBag Nation nba,dallas mavericks,sports Isaac Harris from Locked On Mavs joins the Nation live from the NBA Draft Combine in Chicago GBAG Nation sets the afternoon sports pace for Dallas-Fort Worth with an energetic, roundtable approach that speaks directly to the heart of North Texas. Featuring Gavin Dawson, Super Bowl winning scout Bryan Broaddus, Eric Chiofalo, Zach Wolchuk and Lucious Alexander, the show combines insider-level knowledge, strong debate, and the confident swagger of the Metroplex, plus plenty of laughs and the kind of friendly ribbing you'd expect from a group of best friends. Your drive home is filled with in-depth coverage of the Cowboys, Rangers, Mavericks and Stars. GBAG Nation also tracks college football across Texas along with the biggest national sports headlines, translating them through a distinctly local lens. The GBAG Nation has some of the best contacts in DFW. They pull back the curtain and give you information that no one else can. This is where informed analysis meets bold opinion, with humor and camaraderie that keep it fun and real. © 2026 Audacy, Inc. Sports False

The University of Illinois and Duke University officially announced a marquee home-and-home basketball series, giving Illini fans a massive non-conference matchup to look forward to over the next two seasons. The guys break down what the series means nationally for Illinois and how it could impact the program's growing reputation under Brad Underwood. Plus, the latest from the NBA Draft Combine on Andrej Stojaković and his future as scouts continue to evaluate his stock heading into the draft process. Chris Kwiecinski from FOX 32 Chicago joins the show to react to the Chicago Bears schedule release and break down the biggest matchups, toughest stretches, and prime-time storylines for the 2026 season. Follow The Drive on X, Instagram, and Facebook!

In the third hour of today's show the guys talk about a "Manliness" Combine in comparison to the NBA Draft Combine, they look at at a CBS Sports early mock draft, and they end the hour wiht What's Hot and What's Not plus they Go Streaking.

Hour four of DJ & PK for May 13, 2026: Krysten Peek, NBA.com and Hoops HQ Slack Radio Headlines Feedback of the Day

Krysten Peek joined DJ & PK to talk about the NBA Draft Combine and weigh in on AJ Dybantsa, Darryn Peterson, Cam Boozer, and Caleb Wilson.

Jake Brend gives an update on Milan Momcilovic and Joshua Jefferson after the first day of the NBA Draft Combine. Plus, a scout on 2027 target Jack Kohnen. Presented by Whiskey River in the Northwest Bank Studios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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On Sunday, the NBA Draft lottery happened and the NBA Combine is this week - and today's show focuses on what's next! With the Wizards on the clock, should Utah do whatever it takes to trade up and get AJ Dybantsa? Plus, a WILD Caleb Wilson take. Also, Arizona, Arkansas, Kentucky and other schools with the most at stake in the NBA Draft Combine, with players like Koa Peat, Malachi Moreno and Meleek Thomas still testing! Finally, one UNC alum CALLS out the school for hiring Michael Malone - here's why he's DEAD WRONG! Timestamps: Should the Utah Jazz trade up to get AJ Dybantsa (2:00) Jay Williams WILD Caleb Wilson comments (16:00) Stay or Go Decisions at the NBA Draft Combine for Arizona, Arkansas, Kentucky + more (28:30) A UNC legend calls out the program for Michael Malone hire (53:00) Lane Kiffin's ugly Ole Miss comments (1:07:00) Thank you to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Caulipuffs, the healthy, yet delicious snack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ that is taking over your grocery isle! For more details - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠visit CauliPuffs.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we cover the news coming out of the NBA Draft Combine in Chicago following the Draft Lottery. With the ninth pick, the Mavericks will have a variety of options in a strong draft class.

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Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Kyle Tausk discuss what this week's NBA Draft Combine means for Keaton Wagler, Kylan Boswell and Andrej Stojakovic, as well as Wagler's best NBA Draft fits and the Bulls landing the No. 4 pick in the lottery. 247Sports national basketball director Eric Bossi then joins Werner to discuss Illinois basketball prep recruiting, its top-10 Class of 2026, its early 2027 commits and other 2027 and 2028 targets. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Visit OmahaSteaks.com right now for 50% off sitewide during their Memorial Day Sale. And for an extra $35 off, use Promo Code ILLINI at checkout. Factor: Head to ⁠factormeals.com/illini50off⁠ and use code illini50off to get 50% off your first Factor box PLUS free breakfast for 1 year. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for just 50% OFF: https://tinyurl.com/2fkhmjdz  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illinois is well represented at the NBA Draft Combine as Keaton Wagler, Kylan Boswell, and Andrej Stojakovic all look to boost their draft stock in front of scouts and executives. The guys also react to top in-state recruit Cam Warner committing to Oregon over Illinois and what it means for the Illini moving forward. Plus, Evan previews the upcoming World Cup and discusses the biggest storylines and teams to watch heading into the tournament. Follow The Drive on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook!

The NBA Draft Lottery just reshuffled the league. Washington wins the number one pick, the Pacers watch their selection land at five and walk away with nothing, and there is a legitimate argument that Indiana still got the better end of the Zubac trade. Mo and Coach Brendan Suhr go pick by pick from 1 through 14 and break down what it means for every franchise heading into the summer.Plus: the Giannis trade situation is coming to a head before the draft, the Knicks are playing the best basketball in the East right now, James Harden saved the Cavaliers in game three without once checking his phone, and Wembanyama gets himself ejected at the worst possible moment in a tied series.Listen or watch and let us know what you think.Topics covered: NBA Draft Lottery results: every pick from one through 14 broken down Why the Pacers may have lost their pick but didn't lose the Zubac trade Washington Wizards win the number one pick: how good can they realistically be? Utah Jazz, Memphis Grizzlies, and Chicago Bulls all in position to add a star Giannis trade speculation: Brendan thinks it gets done before the draft Sam Presti sitting on picks and why he might make a dramatic move this summer Steve Kerr turns down ESPN to return to Golden State Mo calls out a reporter for irresponsible reporting on the top draft prospect New York Knicks: Brendan Suhr says they are one of the two best teams in the league James Harden saves the Cavs in game three, and why he gets too much criticism OKC up 3-0 on the Lakers: the JJ Redick scheme debate Wembanyama's ejection and the Jordan Rules comparison Dylan Harper and Stephon Castle impressing without Wemby Brendan heading to the NBA Draft Combine in Chicago next week

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