Looking back at what came of their draft night decisions in the '17 NBA Draft, it is likely safe to say that the Lakers would like to have a mulligan.

The major storyline is Luka Dončić guiding the Lakers to a dominant win over a top-tier foe in the Western Conference, dispatching Minnesota by a final margin of 128-110. However, the Slovenian’s individual excellence is to be marveled at:

Mavericks 107, Pacers 105: Aaron Nesmith missed a game-winning 3-point attempt in the final second after he rebounded RayJ Dennis’ intentionally missed free throw, and the Mavericks (2-3) survived. Cooper Flagg had 15 points, 10 rebounds and four assists. Brandon Williams had 20 off the bench. And the Pacers (0-4) still don’t have a win.

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Based on Smith’s calculations, Reaves should stay with the Lakers to get the most money in free agency. Rob Pelinka could offer him around $240.7 million for five years. If he signs with any other team, the most Reaves could get would be roughly $178.4 million for four years.

There is a lot of talk about the Celtics through the first four games of the 2025-26 season. But one storyline that has garnered a slew of attention has nothing to do with Boston’s play. It’s Jaylen Brown’s hair.

Prime has done its part by landing top-tier announcers. Ian Eagle and Kevin Harlan are two of the most recognizable voices in both basketball and football. They take lead play-by-play assignments, along with Eric Collins (the Hornets guy who’s always yelling) and Michael Grady (splitting between Prime and NBC).