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Best Fits For Kentucky’s Jayden Quaintance Among Lottery Teams

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Despite starting the college season late due to his ACL recovery, Kentucky big man Jayden Quaintance recently made his debut. In that game, Quaintance demonstrated why he is one of the most exciting big men in the 2026 NBA Draft. His combination of athleticism, defensive potential, and sheer production as an 18-year-old sophomore makes him a prospect that NBA teams will … [Read more...] about Best Fits For Kentucky’s Jayden Quaintance Among Lottery Teams

And-Ones: Simmons, NCAA, Rookies, Tanking, 2026 Draft

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After recently confirming to Marc J. Spears of Andscape that he continues to work toward a potential NBA comeback, former No. 1 overall pick and three-time All-Star Ben Simmons spoke to Sam Jane of The Athletic about why he has been in no rush to sign a new contract. As Simmons explains, recurring back issues have resulted in him playing – and living – through pain for several … [Read more...] about And-Ones: Simmons, NCAA, Rookies, Tanking, 2026 Draft

Hornets’ Plumlee Undergoes Groin Surgery, Out At Least Six Weeks

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Mason Plumlee will be reevaluated in six weeks, according to the Hornets, who announced today in a press release that the veteran center has undergone surgery to address a right groin injury. That timeline suggests Plumlee will miss at least Charlotte’s next 22 games, and there’s no guarantee he’ll be ready to return at the six-week mark (February 11). A 2013 first-round pick … [Read more...] about Hornets’ Plumlee Undergoes Groin Surgery, Out At Least Six Weeks