The 2022 NBA Draft is upon us and The Sporting News is grading every pick with real-time analysis.
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The 2022 NBA Draft is almost here, set for Thursday, June 23. Who are the best players in this draft class?
The 2022 NBA Draft is finally here.
While making contact on a big home run swing on draft night can catapult your franchise forward, sometimes the safe picks is what offers stability moving forward. Take a look at six of the safest picks in this year's NBA Draft.
Duke freshman Paolo Banchero is in contention for the No. 1 overall pick in the 2022 NBA Draft.
Purdue sophomore Jaden Ivey is the top guard in the 2022 NBA Draft and a consensus top-four pick.
Gonzaga freshman Chet Holmgren is in contention for the No. 1 overall pick in the 2022 NBA Draft.
Jabari Smith Jr. is widely considered to be the favorite for the No. 1 overall pick in the 2022 NBA Draft.
Canadian guard Shaedon Sharpe was the No. 1 recruit in the high school class of 2022 before he elected to do early enrollment at Kentucky. Sharpe never suited up for the Wildcats and has declared for the 2022 NBA Draft.
G League Ignite guard Dyson Daniels has emerged as a potential lottery pick in the 2022 NBA Draft.
The Trail Blazers have acquired scoring forward Jerami Grant from the Pistons for a future first-round pick.
The 2022 NBA Draft class is deep with forwards and wings who are ready to make an impact at the next level.
Chet Holmgren headlines a group of talented centers who all bring something different to the table as prospects.
The 2022 NBA Draft has more than a handful of guards worth knowing ahead of draft night.
The Celtics have fallen to the Warriors in the NBA Finals. What's next for the reigning Eastern Conference champions?
Steve Kerr preached confidence to his team after taking Game 5 to put the Warriors one win away from the NBA title.
Game 5 was "The Andrew Wiggins Game" as the Warriors put themselves one win away from the NBA title.
A hobbled Robert Williams only needed 26 minutes to make a major impact on the Celtics' Game 3 win over the Warriors.
The Celtics have taken a 2-1 lead over the Warriors in the NBA Finals with a commanding win in Game 3.
The Celtics allowed a playoff-worst 33 points off turnovers in Game 2 of the NBA Finals.
The Warriors had Stephen Curry fall into their lap on draft night in 2009, as the future Hall of Famer was passed on six times before landing with Golden State at No. 7.
Jayson Tatum was the third overall pick in the 2017 NBA Draft, but there's no argument he would go first overall in a re-draft.
Trailing by two in the final seconds of Game 7, Jimmy Butler had the ball in transition and elected to pull up for a 3-pointer. Should he have taken a two instead?
Andrew Wiggins has made a major impact on the Warriors' success in the Western Conference Finals. How did he end up on Golden State in the first place?
For the first time in NBA history, there will be an Eastern and Western Conference Finals MVP trophy rewarded to the best player in each series.
In anticipation of the Eastern Conference Finals, members of our NBA staff identify one matchup to watch and make their picks for the series and the newly-introduced Conference Finals MVP award.
The Celtics made 18 more 3-pointers than the Bucks in Game 7 to pick up the win and advance to the Eastern Conference Finals.
The 76ers have been eliminated by the Heat in six games in the Eastern Conference Semifinals.
The NBA championship trophy, named after Larry O'Brien since 1984, is getting a makeover for the first time in 2022.
Who is taking home the hardware for the 2021-22 NBA season?
Kyrie Irving has a player option worth $36.9 million for the 2022-23 season.
The Grizzlies announced that Ja Morant is doubtful to return this postseason with a bone bruise in his knee.
The NBA has revealed the full list of participants invited to the 2022 NBA Draft Combine, which will begin on May 16 in Chicago.
Stephen Curry has become the first player in NBA history to hit 500 3-pointers in the playoffs.
Warriors head coach Steve Kerr has tested positive for COVID-19 and will enter the league's health and safety protocols, missing Game 4 vs. the Grizzlies.
Celtics center Robert Williams received surgery to repair a partially torn meniscus in his left knee prior to the start of the playoffs.
Suns head coach Monty Williams has been named the 2021-22 NBA Coach of the Year.
Harden exploded for 16 points in the fourth quarter to close out a victory for the 76ers and even the series at 2-2.
Game 3 between the Bucks and Celtics came all the way down to the final seconds with several controversial calls along the way. How did the NBA review those calls in the Last Two Minute report?
Without Joel Embiid for the first two games of the series, the 76ers desperately needed All-Star guard James Harden to step up. That hasn't been the case and Philadelphia has fallen into a 2-0 hole to the Heat.
During Kyrie Irving's masterful Game 1 performance against the Celtics, LeBron James was quick to remind everyone Irving was left off the NBA 75th anniversary team that was honored at All-Star Weekend.
Behind big nights from Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro, the Heat held off a late push from the 76ers to take Game 1.
Kyle Lowry has been out since Game 4 of the first-round against the Hawks with a hamstring injury.
Raptors head coach Nick Nurse's name was mentioned in rumors to fill the Lakers' coaching vacancy and he and team president Masai Ujiri addressed those rumors during their 2021-22 season exit interviews.
From battling with LeBron James as a 19-year-old rookie to sweeping Kevin Durant as an ascending superstar, Jayson Tatum has consistently made his mark on the NBA Playoffs.
Warriors fans itching to watch games with a playoff atmosphere can attend "Thrive City," the Chase Center's outdoor watch party.
Draymond Green's Flagrant 2 foul in Game 1 against the Grizzlies will not be downgraded, the NBA announced.
The "Splash Brothers" are usually known for their offense, but Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson came up clutch on the defensive end in Game 1.
Giannis Antetokounmpo didn't have his most efficient scoring night against the Celtics in Game 1, but his playmaking and defense made all the difference in the outcome.
Will the Celtics' top-ranked defense be able to contain the best player in the world in Giannis Antetokounmpo?
The Heat cruised past the Hawks in five games, while the 76ers needed six games to defeat the Raptors after taking a 3-0 lead in the series.
Can the Raptors come back from down 3-0 to force a Game 7 against the 76ers?
The Pelicans will try and defend home court to force a Game 7 against the top-seeded Suns.
Donovan Mitchell hobbled to the locker room late in the fourth quarter of Game 5 against the Mavericks with a left hamstring issue.
The Grizzlies and Timberwolves delivered a highlight-packed, thrilling Game 5 that came all the way down to the final shot.
Ja Morant has been a walking highlight reel this season and he added to his collection with the poster dunk of the playoffs so far against the Timberwolves.
Jimmy Butler is dealing with right knee inflammation and will not be available for Game 5 vs. the Hawks.
Zion Williamson has yet to suit up this season after receiving right foot surgery during the offseason.
Devin Booker has been diagnosed with a Grade 1 right hamstring strain and is expected to be sidelined for two to three weeks.
The Nets' top priority this offseason will be reaching a contract extension with Kyrie Irving.
The Hawks will look to keep their season alive when they travel to Miami to take on the Heat for Game 5.
After being swept out of the playoffs by the Celtics, the Nets will shift their focus to an important offseason that begins with retaining All-Star guard Kyrie Irving.
The 2022 NBA Draft is set for Thursday, June 23. Prospects have until June 1 to withdraw their name from the draft pool.
Will Ben Simmons make his Nets debut in their first-round series against the Celtics?
The Celtics have the Nets on the brink of elimination, leading 3-0 in the series.
Through the first three games of the series between the Celtics and Nets, Kevin Durant is averaging a playoff career-low 22.0 points per game.
The Bulls will look to even the series after being blown out by the Bucks at home in Game 3.
Luka Doncic made his 2022 NBA Playoffs debut in Game 4 after missing the first three games with a calf strain. His return was spoiled by a game-winning alley-oop from Donovan Mitchell to Rudy Gobert.
The Raptors will live to fight another game after Pascal Siakam went for a playoff career-high 34 points to lead Toronto to victory over the 76ers in Game 4.
Ahead of the Raptors Game 4 matchup with the 76ers, Scottie Barnes received the 2022 NBA Rookie of the Year award.
The Timberwolves looked like they were going to cruise to a Game 3 victory at home until the Grizzlies flipped the script in the fourth quarter to complete a 26-point comeback.
The Grizzlies bounced back from a Game 1 loss to pick up a dominant Game 2 win to even the series with the Timberwolves.
Joel Embiid buried a clutch 3-pointer in the final second of Game 3 to help the 76ers defeat the Raptors in overtime.
The thrilling finish between the Celtics and Nets in Game 1 probably has you wondering when Game 2 is.
For the first time in 25 years, a guard will take home Defensive Player of the Year. And who better to break that streak than the relentless Marcus Smart?
The Raptors could be shorthanded as they try to bounce back from a blowout Game 1 loss to the 76ers.
Kyrie Irving nearly carried the Nets to a Game 1 road win over the Celtics, but Jayson Tatum's game-winning layup pulled Boston to victory as time expired.
Kevin Durant passed Jerry West for ninth all-time on the NBA Playoffs leading scorers list in Game 1 against the Celtics.
It was a major surprise when it was announced that Stephen Curry would return from his foot injury for Game 1, but he would come off the bench. Jordan Poole stepped up in his place, leading the Warriors to a 1-0 series lead over the Nuggets.
Tyrese Maxey was unguardable in Game 1 as the 21-year-old poured in a playoff career-high 38 points to lead the 76ers past the Raptors.
Kawhi Leonard has not taken the floor since Game 4 of the 2021 Western Conference Semifinals. Will he return for the 2022 postseason?
Legacies are made – and torn down – in the playoffs. Which players have the most at stake this postseason?
Stephen Curry has been sidelined since March 16 with a sprained ligament in his left foot.
On Monday, the Lakers fired head coach Frank Vogel after the team failed to qualify for the playoffs. The Athletic's Shams Charania reported that Raptors head coach Nick Nurse is among the "top targets" to replace Vogel.
The Lakers are reportedly expected to part ways with head coach Frank Vogel. Who are the best candidates to take over?
With March Madness behind us the NBA regular season coming to a close, it's time to get familiar with the top prospects in this year's draft class.
On an upcoming episode of "The Shop," LeBron James says he would pick Stephen Curry if he could play with any active player.
The 2022 NBA Draft Combine will begin on May 16th and end on May 22nd.
LeBron James and the Lakers are two games back from the final spot in the Play-In Tournament with four games to play.
The NCAA Tournament can be a big stage for prospects to raise their draft stock but it can also magnify their weaknesses. Which players were the biggest risers and fallers of this year's March Madness?
With the NCAA Tournament behind us, which prospects boosted their value with a strong showing during March Madness?
Kyle Lowry made his long-awaited return to Toronto on Sunday and the reception did not disappoint.
The Lakers are suddenly in danger of missing the Western Conference Play-In Tournament with only six games remaining in the season.
The 2022 Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame class is headlined by Spurs legend Manu Ginobili and Warriors legend Tim Hardaway.
Ben Simmons has reportedly filed a grievance to challenge nearly $20 million of salary withheld by the 76ers.
Robert Williams was a key component to the Celtics' midseason turnaround, anchoring what became the best defense in the NBA. The rising center suffered a torn meniscus on Sunday and is now in danger of missing the entire 2022 NBA Playoffs.
Two seasons ago, Jimmy Butler carried the Heat to the NBA Finals and went toe-to-toe with LeBron James on the league's biggest stage. Will we see that version of Butler in this year's NBA Playoffs?
LeBron James injured his ankle against the New Orleans Pelicans on Sunday and was in noticeable pain afterwards.
Here's everything you need to know about the 2022 NBA Draft, including how to watch the event live.
The Grizzlies are being cautious with their star guard Ja Morant, who will miss two weeks of action due to a tweaked knee.
Zion Williamson set the internet on fire with his between the legs alley-oop dunk on his Instagram story.
There were nine games of NBA action on Sunday, the majority of which had an impact on the playoff picture in each conference.
LeBron James has passed Karl Malone for second on the NBA's all-time scoring list. When could he pass Kareem Abdul-Jabbar for the top spot?
The Celtics have flipped a switch since the calendar turned to 2022 and now they're looking like a legitimate contender to come out of the Eastern Conference.
Which current NBA players left the biggest mark on March Madness with electrifying NCAA Tournament runs before turning pro?
Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich has surpassed Don Nelson as the winningest coach in NBA history.
Ben Simmons has been ruled out for his return to Philadelphia due to return to "competition reconditioning/back soreness." However, the All-Star guard is expected to sit on the bench.
Draymond Green announced on "The Draymond Green Show" podcast that he is targeting a March 14 return date.
Jayson Tatum poured in a season-high 54 points, tying Larry Bird for the most 50-point games in Celtics history. Kevin Durant went off for 37 points, surpassing the 25,000-point mark for his career.
The Russell Westbrook experience in Los Angeles has been less than ideal and the All-Star guard is running out of time to right the ship.
The Bucks completed a huge fourth quarter comeback over the Heat in a win that means much more than just one typical regular season game for the Eastern Conference playoff picture.
March 2, 2022 marks the 60-year anniversary of Wilt Chamberlain's 100-point game. Who else has come close to challenging the NBA's all-time record?
Andrew Wiggins and the Warriors have hit a bit of a cold spell in their season, but superstar guard Stephen Curry isn't worried just yet.
Steve Nash has been placed in the league's health and safety protocols and will not coach against the Raptors on Monday.
James Harden's highly-anticipated 76ers debut did not disappoint, going off for 27 points, 12 assists and eight rebounds in a win.
James Harden's 76ers debut did not disappoint as the All-Star guard poured in 27 points to go with 12 assists and eight rebounds in a blowout win.
DeMar DeRozan has scored 35 or more points while shooting 50 percent from the field in eight consecutive games, extending the best streak in NBA history.
With Chris Paul expected to miss the remainder of the regular season, the Suns shifted Devin Booker to point guard against the Thunder in a sign of things to come down the homestretch of the season.
Ukraine NBA players Svi Mykhailiuk and Alex Len issued a statement of support to their native country, condemning Russia's invasion.
From Kawhi Leonard to Zion Williamson to Jamal Murray and more, here are some stars who could make their return to the floor after the All-Star break.
With All-Star weekend behind us, our attention shifts focus to the final remaining 20-plus games of the regular season. Will preseason title favorites like the Nets and Lakers turn things around?
The Jazz released a statement from Donovan Mitchell on Sunday afternoon, announcing that the star guard will miss the All-Star Game due to an upper respiratory illness.
The NBA switched to the "Elam Ending" format for the All-Star Game back in 2020 and it has been a hit ever since. But what is an Elam Ending?
Warriors star Stephen Curry believes the NBA is as talented as it has ever been as seven players are ready to make their All-Star debuts this weekend in Cleveland.
Thunder rookie Josh Giddey has taken the NBA by storm over the past week, and his play has caught the eye of arguably the greatest player of all time in LeBron James.
For the first time ever, this year's Rising Stars Challenge will include four players from the G League Ignite development program. Get to know the four future draft prospects.
Anthony Davis went to the locker room after suffering a brutal ankle injury in the second quarter of the Lakers contest against the Jazz on Wednesday.
For the first time in 2022, the Rising Stars Challenge at All-Star Weekend will feature a four-team tournament between the rookies, sophomores and four members of the G League Ignite development team.
2022 NBA All-Star Weekend is set to tip-off on Friday, Feb. 18 in Cleveland. Here is a one-stop-shop with everything you need to know.
For the first time since the blockbuster trade deadline deal between the 76ers and Nets, James Harden addressed the media as a member of his new team.
LeBron James passed Kareem Abdul-Jabbar in all-time points for the regular season and playoffs combined during Saturday night's game against the Warriors, but he is still a ways away from being dubbed the NBA's all-time leading scorer (which is regular season scoring only).
When the Pacers traded All-Star forward Domantas Sabonis to the Kings for young star Tyrese Haliburton, the franchise made it clear the second-year guard would become an immediate cornerstone for the future.
The 2022 NBA Trade Deadline has passed us by and there was no shortage of players, draft picks and teams active. Take a look at a by the numbers breakdown of all the deals that occurred.
The 2022 NBA trade deadline is set for Thursday, Feb. 10 at 3 p.m. ET.
The 2021-22 NBA Trade Deadline is a day away, set for Thursday, Feb. 10.
LeBron James and Kevin Durant will select the teams for the 2022 NBA All-Star Game on Thursday, Feb. 10.
According to a report from ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, Bradley Beal plans to undergo season-ending surgery on his left wrist.
Ahead of Thursday's highly anticipated trade deadline, our TSN staff share deals they most want to see made.
The Clippers have received Norman Powell and Robert Covington from the Trail Blazers in exchange for Eric Bledsoe, Justise Winslow, Keon Johnson and a future second-round pick, ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski says.
The Clippers are sending Eric Bledsoe, Justise Winslow, Keon Johnson and a future second-round pick to the Trail Blazers for Norman Powell and Robert Covington, ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski says.
Two members of our TSN staff took the place of All-Star captains LeBron James and Kevin Durant to draft the 2022 NBA All-Star teams.
Gary Trent Jr. has scored 30 or more points in five consecutive games, setting and matching records in both Raptors and NBA history.
Who is participating in the 2022 All-Star Slam Dunk Contest, 3-Point Contest and Skills Challenge? Below, find participants for each event.
On Sunday, head coach Frank Vogel announced that LeBron James has returned to Los Angeles to receive treatment on his left knee.
Ever since Stephen Curry broke the NBA's all-time 3-point record, the star guard has found himself in one of the coldest shooting spells of his career. What's going on?
After missing the last 17 games due to a left MCL sprain, Anthony Davis appears to be set to return for the Lakers nationally televised matchup against the Nets on Tuesday.
Anthony Davis has been sidelined since Dec. 18 with a sprained MCL in his left knee.
Past the halfway point in the 2021-22 NBA season, we take a look at the overachievers, underachievers and the teams that are right on track.
On a night where Australian guard Josh Giddey notched his career-high in scoring with 21 points, it was one of his three assists that caught our eye as worthy of another look.
Behind 25 points apiece from Ja Morant and Desmond Bane, the Grizzlies routed the Bulls 119-106 on Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
The Hawks traded Cam Reddish to the Knicks for a 2022 first-round pick, a 2025 second-round pick, Kevin Knox and Solomon Hill.
Warriors star Stephen Curry and Lakers star LeBron James are among the leading vote-getters in the second fan vote returns.
Kyle Kuzma has played the best basketball of his career over the last few weeks, dropping seven double-doubles along with a 20-point, 20-rebound game.
Want to vote for the 2022 NBA All-Star team? Here's how you can do that.
Warriors star Stephen Curry and Nets star Kevin Durant are among the leading vote-getters in the first fan vote returns.
Kawhi Leonard suffered a partially torn ACL in the Clippers second round series against the Jazz. According to Yahoo's Chris Haynes, he's ahead of schedule and could return during the 2021-22 season.
Butler suffered a right ankle injury against the Warriors, exiting the game in the third quarter. How long will Miami's star forward be out?
To ring in the New Year, we're recommending one New Year's resolution for each NBA team.
DeMar DeRozan buried a one-legged, running 3-pointer with a hand in his face to win the game for the Bulls at the buzzer.
According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, more than one-third of NBA referees are in COVID-19 protocols.
James Harden preached his excitement about the return of his All-Star teammate Kyrie Irving.
The Celtics and Hawks have both fallen well short of expectations so far this season, but which team should you be more concerned about?
There are several players in each conference who deserve consideration as a first-time NBA All-Star.
Devin Booker buried a go-ahead 3-pointer with under 10 seconds to play, seemingly giving the Suns the edge over the Grizzlies. Ja Morant had other ideas though.
Stephen Curry and Chris Paul's history goes beyond being two of the greatest point guards to ever play the game.
From Wilt Chamberlain's 50-point, 30-rebound double-double in 1961 to Kyrie Irving's game-winner in 2016 and everything in between.
Kemba Walker is making a strong case to remain in the Knicks rotation even when teammates return from the NBA's health and safety protocols.
With NBA players entering health and safety protocols on a daily basis, who should you pick up to fill the holes in your fantasy team?
The Celtics are off to an underwhelming start to the season behind their star duo of Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown. Is it time to hit the restart button and test the trade market?
The G League Ignite's NBA Draft prospects will have two games at the Showcase Cup to put their skills on display for NBA scouts, coaches and executives.
Isaiah Thomas made his return to the NBA on Friday, suiting up for the Lakers on the first day of his 10-day hardship contract.
Following a breakout 42-point performance in his 2021 G League debut, the Lakers have reportedly signed former All-Star Isaiah Thomas to a 10-day contract.
Stephen Curry has passed Ray Allen to become the NBA's all-time 3-point leader, officially crowning him as the greatest shooter in league history.
Stephen Curry has officially passed Ray Allen to become the NBA's all-time 3-point leader and legends of the past and present took to Twitter to congratulate him.
The Athletic's Shams Charania reported that veteran guard Isaiah Thomas is looking to make another return to the NBA, signing with the Nuggets' affiliate, Grand Rapids Gold, for the G League Showcase.
The Bulls are down to just eight active players on their roster as 10 different players have entered the league's COVID-19 health and safety protocols.
The majority of the NBA MVP attention has focused on Stephen Curry and Kevin Durant to start the year, but what about the player who won the award last year? Nikola Jokic has been just as good, if not better, than he was a season ago.
Zach Randolph was one of the pioneers of the Grizzlies' successful "Grit-and-Grind" era in the 2010s. He was honored by the franchise on Saturday when his jersey was lifted into the rafters.
After his lone season with the Lakers, Dennis Schroder's contract situation made headlines in the offseason before he ultimately landed a one-year, $5.9 million deal with the Celtics. Why didn't he re-sign in Los Angeles?
With his bucket on Saturday night in Brooklyn, Kevin Durant surpassed Ray Allen to move into 24th on the NBA's all-time scoring list.
The Grizzlies defeated the Thunder by 73 points on Thursday, the largest margin of victory in NBA history.
Who is leading the pack for each major NBA award through the first quarter of the season?
The two Ball brothers will go head-to-head when Lonzo and the Bulls host LaMelo and the Hornets on Monday.
The defending champions needed some frontcourt depth and they'll look for that in veteran center DeMarcus Cousins.
Through the first month of the season, which players and teams are trending upward or downward?
After missing the first four games of the season and struggling upon his return, No. 1 overall pick Cade Cunningham is starting to hit his stride during his rookie season.
An ankle injury forced Cade Cunningham to miss the first few games of the season, but now that the star rookie is getting comfortable on an NBA floor, he's proving exactly why he was the No. 1 overall pick.
After missing the last eight games, LeBron James will return to the court on Friday, Nov. 19 against the Celtics.
The Wizards got out to one of the hottest starts of any team in the NBA, but is it sustainable over the course of an 82-game season?
Ja Morant is off to a roaring start to the 2021-22 season, earning comparisons to the youngest MVP in league history by his peers.
Evan Mobley left Cleveland's loss to Boston on Monday, Nov. 15 in the third quarter with a right elbow sprain.
Through the first month of the season, the NBA's Most Valuable Player is...
As the first month of the 2021-22 NBA season comes to a close, teams are beginning to reveal their true identities. Who has done enough to take the top spot?
After getting out to a 5-1 start, the Knicks have dropped five of their last seven games, including Friday night's contest to the Hornets. Is it time for a lineup change in New York?
The reigning Finals MVP will miss his first game of the season with a sprained right ankle on Friday, Nov. 12 against the Celtics.
The top picks in the 2021 NBA Draft will go head-to-head for the first time when the Rockets host the Pistons on Wednesday. This moment has been a long time coming.
Princepal Singh is set to sign a three-year deal with the New Zealand Breakers in Australia's NBL.
The Cavaliers comeback win over the Raptors and the Knicks comeback win over the Bucks highlight Friday's nine-game slate.
LiAngelo Ball started his G League season strong with 22 points and four 3-pointers. Does he have a path to join his brothers Lonzo and LaMelo in the NBA?
Through the first two weeks of the season, the best team in the NBA has been...
