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Round 1, Pick 1
2025-26 Record: 17-65, 15th in Eastern Conference
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Round 1, Pick 1
2025-26 Record: 17-65, 15th in Eastern Conference
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2025-26 Record: 17-65, 15th in Eastern Conference
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Round 1, Pick 2
2025-26 Record: 22-60, 15th in Western Conference
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The five biggest questions for the Lakers this offseason
Will LeBron return? How can they build around Luka? Here's what Lakers insiders are discussing as the draft and free agency approach.
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NBA free agency: Six underrated players teams should target
Which under-the-radar free agents can aid in changing the trajectory of an NBA franchise?
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'Bet on yourself': How Yaxel Lendeborg raised his NBA stock by delaying the draft
The Michigan star went from fringe first-round to projected lottery pick by spending one more season in college.
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James Dolan: Won't go into second apron to keep Knicks intact
On the heels of the Knicks' first NBA title in 53 years, owner James Dolan told WFAN radio Wednesday that he will not go into the punitive second apron to keep his team intact for the 2026-27 season.
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Sources: Wizards' Trae Young to decline option, be free agent
Wizards star Trae Young plans to decline his $48.97 million player option for the 2026-27 season, although Washington remains the front-runner, sources said.
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Ben Stiller announces Knicks documentary with A24, HBO
One of the Knicks' most recognizable celebrity fans is helping tell the team's story.
