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Source: Icon Sportswire / Getty Yesterday was possibly the most thrilling and integral round two of the NBA draft ever. Typically, casual fans’ interest will fall off after the first ten picks or so, but this year, day two made history as the Los Angeles Lakers used their 55th pick on Bronny James. Bronny is now poised to play alongside his father, LeBron James, after going … [Read more...] about Bronny James Poised To Make History Alongside Dad LeBron With Lakers, Social Media Still Has Jokes

Source: Sarah Stier / Getty The NBA Draft has come and gone, with the Hornets making two draft selections, Tijdane Salaun in the first round, and KJ Simpson in the second round, both players that fit the vision and the culture, new head coach Charles Lee wants to establish in Charlotte. The Hornets selection of Salaun caught many people off guard when it happened because his … [Read more...] about Jeff Peterson Recaps First NBA Draft on WFNZ

Source: Sarah Stier / Getty Every Pick From The 1st Round Of The NBA Draft The NBA Draft stands as a monumental occasion for a multitude of young basketball players, A pivotal moment that symbolizes the years of hard work, dedication, and unwavering passion they have given to the game. For these aspiring athletes, hearing their names called during the draft represents the … [Read more...] about Complete List of First Round Picks in the NBA Draft

Source: TIMOTHY A. CLARY / Getty The Charlotte Hornets have selected French forward Tidjane Salaun with the 6th overall pick of the 2024 NBA Draft. In 2021, Salaun joined Cholet Basket, part of the LNB Espoirs (French U21 league). His talents were showcased during the 2023 NBA All-Star Weekend at the Basketball Without Borders camp. Notably, he was named MVP of the 2023 Trophy … [Read more...] about Round 1, No. 6: Charlotte Hornets draft Tidjane Salaun

Source: Anadolu / Getty Although the 2024 NBA Draft may not have generated the usual hype, it was certainly an exciting night for international players. Making history, it was the first time two foreign players went No. 1 and No. 2. Even more rare is that they’re both following in the footsteps of last year’s top pick, Victor Wembanyama, because they’re French kids. First up … [Read more...] about The 2024 NBA Draft’s First Round Is Over But Fans Say It Was Forgettable & Lacked Aura