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Wahluke advances in the 1A state tourney
MATTAWA — The Wahluke Warriors (11-5-1) defeated Eastside Preparatory 2-0 in the opening round of the 1A state tou…
Plenty of players worth watching from smaller conferences
Austin Peay’s Terry Taylor began his college career eager to do whatever it took to get on the floor.
Illini, Huskers hope to add to positive vibes after 1st wins
A couple teams trying to establish some mojo meet when Nebraska hosts Illinois on Saturday.
Kings take Haliburton in draft, add depth to backcourt
The Sacramento Kings selected Tyrese Haliburton with the 12th overall pick in the NBA draft Wednesday night, adding depth to a backcourt that is almost certain to undergo significant changes.
Clippers get Kennard from Detroit as part of draft deals
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Clippers were busy dealing well before their 57th pick in the NBA draft on Wednesday night.
Lakers have quiet draft night ahead of big roster decisions
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Although the Los Angeles Lakers made a pick, the NBA champions still essentially sat out draft night until it was over.
Grizzlies take Mississippi State's Woodard in NBA draft
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — The Memphis Grizzlies took Mississippi State forward Robert Woodard II with the 40th pick in the NBA draft.
Blazers take Washington State's CJ Elleby with 46th pick
Portland has a new CJ.
Indiana Pacers pick Duke guard Cassius Stanley at No. 54
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — The Indiana Pacers were impressed with Cassius Stanley's athleticism. New coach Nate Bjorkgren liked his versatility.
Hornets draft LaMelo Ball with No. 3 pick, add 2 big men
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — LaMelo Ball is thrilled to have a chance to play for the Charlotte Hornets. But the 6-foot-7 point guard is more excited to play for the one of the greatest basketball players of all time in …
Houston Rockets have no draft picks for 2nd straight year
HOUSTON (AP) — The Houston Rockets didn’t have a pick in the NBA draft for the second straight year after trading away a selection they had added earlier in the week.
76ers shake up roster, deal Horford, Richardson at draft
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The first draft night for the Philadelphia 76ers under new president Daryl Morey led to a major shakeup for an organization chasing its first NBA title since 1983.
As always, NBA draft has a very international feel
It never takes long for the international flavor to hit the NBA draft, and Wednesday was no exception.
AP Source: Nuggets finishing deal with Pelicans for Hampton
DENVER (AP) — The Denver Nuggets picked up a center to learn under Nikola Jokic. Then, they grabbed a guard to be mentored by Jamal Murray.
Mavs take Arizona guard, juggle backcourt in deal with 76ers
DALLAS (AP) — The Dallas Mavericks juggled the mix of sidekicks for star point guard Luka Doncic on draft night — with their first-round pick and through a trade.
Spurs boost backcourt with FSU's Vassell, Duke's Tre Jones
SAN ANTONIO (AP) — San Antonio boosted its backcourt in the NBA draft Wednesday night, taking Florida State's Devin Vassell at No. 11 overall and Duke's Tre Jones in the second round at No. 41.