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Flashscore's 2026 NBA Mock Draft: Picks 25-30 prove last chance for first-round benefits

The NBA Draft is just two weeks away, and the stage is nearly set. New York City is preparing to welcome the next wave of prospects hoping to hear their names called on draft night. While some players will slide down the board, a first-round selection still carries significant value, proving NBA teams see something special in a prospect.

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Flashscore's 2026 NBA Mock Draft: Picks 19-24 could see a trade for Kawhi Leonard

June is underway, which means it is officially draft month! The deadline to withdraw from the 2026 NBA Draft and maintain college eligibility was May 27th, meaning that every prospect still in the draft will be available. Front offices are putting the finishing touches on scouting reports and determining which players are worth investing in as the next generation of NBA talent.

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Flashscore's NBA Finals predictions: Spurs and Knicks battle for NBA glory

After more than seven months of competition, the stage is set. The NBA Finals tip off on the first Wednesday of June, beginning the race for the coveted Larry O’Brien Trophy. The second-seeded San Antonio Spurs will host the third-seeded New York Knicks in a championship showdown. The journey ends here - one team will reach the summit, while the other will see its season end in heartbreak.

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Flashscore's 2026 NBA Mock Draft: Picks 13-18 boast Giannis trade buzz

With the NBA Draft less than a month away, the next generation of basketball stars is preparing for the biggest moment of their careers. Soon, they’ll make the trip to New York City, hoping to hear their names called early and begin the next chapter at the highest level. The NBA awaits.

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The story of Cade Cunningham: How hardships fuelled his rise to become Detroit's superstar

After the tipoff, it was a do-or-die scenario. There was no tomorrow. Cade Cunningham knew this was his last chance to push Detroit over the edge and overcome adversity. It’s not how you start - it’s how you finish - and when the moment demanded greatness, the star guard delivered, carrying the Pistons to the conference semifinals with a dominant Game 7 performance.

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Flashscore's 2026 NBA Mock Draft: Picks 6-12

Last week, the top prospects competed at the draft combine, looking to strengthen their case, improve their stock, and climb the draft board. Now, the job is finished – the combine is over, and there is nothing the players can do to prove themselves anymore as we look towards the first round of the NBA Draft on June 23rd.

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The future of the NBA: Where do these prospects fit in the top five?

The NBA Draft is less than two months away. Touted as one of the best, deepest, and strongest classes in more than a decade, this year’s pool is loaded with talent. The young prospects took college basketball by storm, entertaining fans across the country and building lengthy highlight reels along the way.

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Destination unknown: What does the future hold for Lakers star LeBron James?

The Los Angeles Lakers caught fire late in the regular season, winning 15 games and peaking at the perfect time before the playoffs. They secured the fourth seed in the standings, setting up a first-round matchup with the fifth-seeded Houston Rockets led by Kevin Durant. Then, the team took a devastating blow.

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The curse is over: The historic comeback of the 76ers against the Celtics

Up by one with less than two minutes remaining, Philadelphia was searching for someone to take control. His name was Tyrese Maxey. On back-to-back possessions, the guard attacked the rim and finished two clutch layups that sealed the contest for the 76ers.

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Rookie of the Year Cooper Flagg: The teenage phenom who took over the NBA

Hand-off. Two dribbles downhill. The area around the free-throw line was wide open. The latest No. 1 draft pick stopped, popped, and hit. His mid-range jumper was smooth - he looked like he had done it a million times. But this was Cooper Flagg’s first NBA bucket, igniting an exciting, electrifying, and extraordinary career.

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End of an era: Bulls head coach Billy Donovan steps down as Chicago seeks rebuild

Less than a month ago, the Chicago Bulls front office underwent a major earthquake when the leadership fired vice president of basketball operations Arturas Karnisovas and general manager Marc Eversley following a disappointing finish to the regular season. The Bulls went 31-51 and missed the playoffs.

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Behind Nikola Jokic’s historic season that may fall short of the MVP award

Up only by two with a minute left in overtime, the Denver Nuggets desperately needed a crucial bucket to separate from the Spurs. In this game, the Nuggets needed to get away as much as possible, so the much-needed victory would actually bring them closer to San Antonio in the stacked Western Conference standings.

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Front office earthquake in Chicago: Bulls fire leaders after long-lasting mediocrity

The current NBA season hasn’t even ended yet, but the Chicago Bulls are already going through a major earthquake. With the regular season still in full swing, the organisation has started making moves to address the recent poor team performances.

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From Michigan's dominance to shootout drama: The top 10 moments of March Madness 2026

Another year of March Madness has come to an end, and the NCAA has crowned a new champion. As always, the most exciting time of the year for college basketball has brought jaw-dropping games, unbelievable shots, and magical performances that resulted in euphoric wins and heartbreaking losses. Here’s a look at the most electrifying moments that defined March Madness 2026.

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Defence vs. dominance: UConn facing Michigan in championship showdown

The showdown between Illinois and UConn kicked off the national semifinals Saturday night. In the second game, Arizona were set to face Michigan. Yet, less than 90 minutes before tipoff, Michigan head coach Dusty May wasn’t with his team. He sat courtside, watching the first matchup, taking notes, scouting. Unusual? Absolutely. But it showed just how much faith he had in his team.

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Elite offence meets elite defence: Can UConn break the curse against Illinois?

The Duke Blue Devils were up 72–70 on the UConn Huskies, and with 10 seconds remaining, they inbounded the ball from their own baseline. The Huskies had no choice but to apply pressure - scrambling, sending double teams, and looking for a steal. Duke completed three passes before two UConn defenders trapped Cayden Boozer near halfcourt, forcing a deflection that resulted in a steal.

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Unsung heroes: The glue guys who could decide March Madness

Usually, they don’t show up at the top of the stat sheet. They don’t lead their teams in scoring or rebounding, yet their impact is undeniable—often essential to winning. What they do won’t always appear in the box score, but it’s obvious to anyone watching closely. These players can swing the game momentum in a heartbeat. And that can result not only in victory, but even a national championship.

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Is Michigan the best team in March Madness? Why the Wolverines are the favourites

The arena in Chicago trembled with tension as the until-now dominant Michigan team began the matchup slower than usual. After nine minutes, Tennessee led 16-15, and it looked like fans were in for a neck-and-neck showdown with a Final Four trip on the line. Suddenly, the Wolverines tapped into another gear and unleashed a massive 21-0 run. For the Volunteers, it was game over.

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Inside vs outside: Contrasting identities collide in the upcoming Sweet 16

Opposites attract - and that holds true in college basketball, too. With the Sweet 16 around the corner, fans are set for one of the most exciting matchups as Michigan and Alabama battle for a trip to the Elite 8. Two completely different teams. Contrasting styles. Like oil and water.

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Full circle and shot at redemption for Pitino: Can St. John’s take down Duke?

Neither team could miss, and the atmosphere was electric. The 1992 national semifinal between Duke and Kentucky was an offensive thriller that had to be decided in overtime. Duke was down by one point and had 2.1 seconds to respond.

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The clash of superstars: NBA prospects take on the Sweet 16

March Madness is in full swing, now down to the final 16 teams battling for a national championship. The field still features three number one seeds alongside a couple of Cinderella stories that stormed their way through early upsets. The games have been electric - as they always are - and the tournament continues to deliver the kind of drama that defines college basketball.

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March Madness: Iowa and Nebraska clash as Midwest schools take on Sweet 16

Nebraska's men’s basketball team entered the big dance with an undesirable reputation; the Huskers were one of the two Power Five schools to never win a single NCAA tournament game. They were 0-for-8 in the big dance, looking to finally change the narrative this season, as they secured their ninth appearance.

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From First Four to fearless: Texas dodge Cinderella status and continue dominant run

Up by a single point, Texas orchestrated their final - and most critical - possession of the game. A couple of passes. A drive to the basket. The downhill attack forced the defence to collapse, leaving Camden Heide alone in the corner. Splash. Dagger. The junior forward knocked down a clutch triple to give Texas a four-point cushion and seal the game.

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Rams rally: VCU shock North Carolina in March Madness magic

The North Carolina Tar Heels came out firing in their first-round NCAA March Madness matchup against No. 11 VCU Rams. After a rocky close to the regular season—losses to Duke and Clemson, plus a season-ending injury to their top player—the Tar Heels looked refreshed and in control early.