DraftKings Network • August 23, 2023

Who are some notable NBA players in 2023 FIBA World Cup?

The 2023 FIBA World Cup will run from August 25 to September 10 and for the first time in the tournament’s history, the competition will be hosted by multiple countries. Indonesia will play host for the first time ever, while co-hosts Japan and the Philippines first hosted the tournament in 1978 and 2006, respectively. Spain enter as the reigning World Cup champions, having defeated Argentina in the 2019 final. Despite the lack of the traditional star power on the Team USA roster, as well as th

DraftKings Network • August 23, 2023

USA Basketball roster for FIBA World Cup 2023

After wrapping up their five-game Basketball Showcase exhibition series against Spain, Team USA will now prepare for the 2023 FIBA World Cup which is set to take place from late August through September. The United States, under new Head Coach Steve Kerr, will face New Zealand in their opening matchup of the tournament on August 26. Contrary to years past, fans shouldn’t expect some of the tenured stars such as LeBron James, Kevin Durant, or Stephen Curry to take part in the games. While the li

DraftKings Network • August 21, 2023

When is the 2023 FIBA World Cup?

After wrapping up their five-game Basketball Showcase exhibition series against Spain, Team USA will now prepare for the 2023 FIBA World Cup which is set to take place from late August through September. The United States, under new head coach Steve Kerr, will face New Zealand in their opening matchup of the tournament on August 26. The 2023 FIBA World Cup will run from August 25 to September 10 and will mark the second iteration of the 32-team format after the additional spots were added in 20

DraftKings Network • August 21, 2023

Where is the 2023 FIBA World Cup?

Before the NBA kicks off its 2023-24 season in mid-October, fans will be tuning in for this year’s 2023 FIBA World Cup that will run from August 25 through September 10. For the first time in its history, the competition will be jointly hosted by three countries, including one that is playing host for the first time. Where will the FIBA World Cup be played? The 2023 FIBA World Cup will mark a historic first in that multiple countries will host the event, continuing a trend seen with both the F

DraftKings Nation • June 26, 2023

Best landing spots for Kyrie Irving in 2023 free agency

With NBA free agency just around the corner, one of the premier names available will be point guard Kyrie Irving, and he’ll have no shortage of suitors heading into the offseason. Despite some off-court issues in the past with various organizations, Irving remains one of the most prolific scorers and finishers in the league. After beginning the season with the Brooklyn Nets, Irving appeared in 40 games with the team before eventually being traded to the Dallas Mavericks near the trade deadline.

DraftKings Nation • June 23, 2023

Top unrestricted free agents in 2023-24 NBA offseason

The 2023 NBA offseason rolls along with the opening of free agency as the next staple of the summer. Players can begin negotiating with interested teams at 6 p.m. ET on June 30, and while agreements can be made during the moratorium stage, contracts cannot officially be signed until July 6. As the past few summers have seen a bevy of high-profile signings and player movement, we’re breaking the top unrestricted free agents that could find new homes this offseason. Putting the absurd off-the-co

DraftKings Nation • June 23, 2023

Scoot Henderson goes No. 3 overall in 2023 NBA Draft

The 2023 NBA Draft continues to roll along from the Barclays Center and with the third overall selection, the Portland Trail Blazers have selected Scoot Henderson of the G-League Ignite. Henderson is a high-flying athlete who needs little space to dunk over defenders and is liable for making a poster on any given night. He’ll give a nice boost of athleticism in the backcourt alongside the veteran Damian Lillard and rising star Anfernee Simons. With just a 27.5 three-point percentage, he’ll need

DraftKings Nation • June 23, 2023

How much money does No. 5 overall pick in 2023 NBA Draft make?

The 2023 NBA Draft tips off from the Barclays Center on Thursday, June 22 as the next generation of basketball stars look to hear their names called. At this point, it’s a foregone conclusion that the San Antonio Spurs, with the number one overall pick, will make French phenom Victor Wembanyama their next franchise cornerstone. But from the second overall pick onward is where things will get interesting. Being drafted high doesn’t just carry bragging rights, it undoubtedly has an impact on a ro

DraftKings Nation • June 23, 2023

Ausar Thompson goes No. 5 overall in 2023 NBA Draft

The 2023 NBA Draft continues to roll along from the Barclays Center and with the third overall selection, the Detroit Pistons have selected Ausar Thompson of Overtime Elite. Thompson is a bouncy athlete with a nice combination of speed and body control even for an NBA player. He has great burst on drives to the basket and has the ability to go from slow to fast when needed. The Pistons are clearly clogged in the backcourt with Cade Cunningham, Jaden Ivey, and now Thompson joining them. Granted

DraftKings Nation • June 22, 2023

2023 NBA Draft scouting report for NC State G Terquavion Smith

The 2023 NBA Draft order has been set and the list of eligible players is officially locked in. We’re going to take a look at the top prospects in the draft, assess their strengths and weaknesses, and provide a player comparison for how we see them developing at the next level. Here’s a look at NC State guard Terquavion Smith. A 6-4 guard with a 160 lb frame, Smith averaged 17.9 PPG on 38.0 percent shooting from the field with the Wolfpack last season. In two seasons at North Carolina State, he

DraftKings Nation • June 22, 2023

2023 NBA Draft scouting report for Duke F Dereck Lively

The 2023 NBA Draft order has been set and the list of eligible players is officially locked in. We’re going to take a look at the top prospects in the draft, assess their strengths and weaknesses, and provide a player comparison for how we see them developing at the next level. Here’s a look at Duke forward Dereck Lively. At 7-1 and 230 lbs, Lively averaged 5.2 PPG, 5.4 RPG, and 2.4 BPG in 20.6 minutes per game for the Blue Devils last season. The freshman was named to the 2023 All-ACC Tourney

DraftKings Nation • June 22, 2023

2023 NBA Draft scouting report for G League Ignite F Leonard Miller

The 2023 NBA Draft order has been set and the list of eligible players is officially locked in. We’re going to take a look at the top prospects in the draft, assess their strengths and weaknesses, and provide a player comparison for how we see them developing at the next level. Here’s a look at G League Ignite forward Leonard Miller. At 210 pounds with a 6-10 frame, Miller has been one of the fastest-rising players in the G-League. After initially declaring for last year’s draft, Miller opted t

DraftKings Nation • June 22, 2023

2023 NBA Draft scouting report for Ohio State F Brice Sensabaugh

The 2023 NBA Draft order has been set and the list of eligible players is officially locked in. We will look at the top prospects in the draft, assess their strengths and weaknesses, and provide a player comparison for how we see them developing at the next level. Here’s a look at Ohio State forward Brice Sensabaugh. At 6-6, 235 pounds, Sensabaugh averaged 24.5 MPG for the Buckeyes last season, scoring at a clip of 16.3 PPG on 48.0 percent shooting from the field and 40.5 percent from deep. The

DraftKings Nation • June 22, 2023

2023 NBA Draft scouting report for Tennessee F Julian Phillips

The 2023 NBA Draft order has been set and the list of eligible players is officially locked in. We’re going to take a look at the top prospects in the draft, assess their strengths and weaknesses, and provide a player comparison for how we see them developing at the next level. Here’s a look at Tennessee forward Julian Phillips. Update — The Chicago Bulls traded into the second round at No. 35 and selected Phillips with the pick. At 6-7 with a 6-11 1/2 wingspan, Phillips is a long, wiry wing w

DraftKings Nation • June 22, 2023

2023 NBA Draft scouting report for Kansas F Jalen Wilson

The 2023 NBA Draft order has been set and the list of eligible players is officially locked in. We will look at the top prospects in the draft, assess their strengths and weaknesses, and provide a player comparison for how we see them developing at the next level. Here’s a look at Kansas forward Jalen Wilson. At 6-8 with a 215 lb frame, Wilson is a big wing who spent four seasons with the Jayhawks. The senior averaged 14.1 ppg, 7.7 RPG, and 2.0 APG during his time at Kansas and was crowned a na

DraftKings Nation • June 22, 2023

2023 NBA Draft scouting report for TCU G Mike Miles

The 2023 NBA Draft order has been set and the list of eligible players is officially locked in. We will look at the top prospects in the draft, assess their strengths and weaknesses, and provide a player comparison for how we see them developing at the next level. Here’s a look at TCU guard Mike Miles. At 6-1 with a 195 lb frame, Miles profiles as a tough, gritty guard who brought high-level intensity to the Horned Frogs for three seasons. The junior averaged 15.6 ppg, 3.3 RPG, and 3.2 APG whil

DraftKings Nation • June 22, 2023

2023 NBA Draft scouting report for Eastern Michigan G Emoni Bates

The 2023 NBA Draft order has been set and the list of eligible players is officially locked in. We will look at the top prospects in the draft, assess their strengths and weaknesses, and provide a player comparison for how we see them developing at the next level. Here’s a look at Eastern Michigan guard Emoni Bates. After splitting his two seasons between Memphis and Eastern Michigan, Bates averaged 15.6 ppg, 4.8 RPG, and 1.4 APG on 46.6% shooting from the field. Transferring from the Tigers to

DraftKings Nation • June 22, 2023

2023 NBA Draft scouting report for Arizona State F Marcus Bagley

The 2023 NBA Draft order has been set and the list of eligible players is officially locked in. We will look at the top prospects in the draft, assess their strengths and weaknesses, and provide a player comparison for how we see them developing at the next level. Here’s a look at Arizona State forward Marcus Bagley. A 6-7 wing with a 200 lb wingspan, Bagley spent three seasons with the Sun Devils and averaged 10.9 PPG, 5.5 RPG, and 1.2 APG. The junior forward increased his scoring average ever

DraftKings Nation • June 22, 2023

2023 NBA Draft scouting report for Gonzaga G/F Julian Strawther

The 2023 NBA Draft order has been set and the list of eligible players is officially locked in. We will look at the top prospects in the draft, assess their strengths and weaknesses, and provide a player comparison for how we see them developing at the next level. Here’s a look at Gonzaga guard/forward Julian Strawther. At 6-7 with a 6-9 wingspan, Strawther possesses a solid frame for a wing player with promising athletic ability. In his three seasons with the Zags, he ended his collegiate care

DraftKings Nation • June 22, 2023

2023 NBA Draft scouting report for Missouri F Kobe Brown

The 2023 NBA Draft order has been set and the list of eligible players is officially locked in. We will look at the top prospects in the draft, assess their strengths and weaknesses, and provide a player comparison for how we see them developing at the next level. Here’s a look at Missouri forward Kobe Brown. At 6-8 with a 250 lb frame, Brown profiles as a bigger, stronger wing prospect in this year’s draft class with a knack for finding the basket. He was named to the 2021-22 All-SEC team and