The highly anticipated 2026 NBA Draft. This class is widely regarded by American basketball media, scouting teams, and industry experts as the strongest super draft class in a decade. In terms of overall talent depth, prospect ceilings, and developmental consistency, it fully mirrors the 2003 Platinum Generation. Of course, we've seen plenty of stories where every rookie is hailed as a god every year, only to be schooled by LeBron time and again.

On June 24, Beijing time, Kawhi Leonard appeared on the cover of the latest issue of *Haute Living* magazine. He sat down for an exclusive interview with the fashion publication. Here are the highlights—Reflecting on his early basketball journey, Leonard admitted that his biggest regret at age 12 was having no one to guide him along the way.

On June 24th Beijing time, following the trades of Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bobby Portis, the Milwaukee Bucks are initiating a clearance sale. This deal essentially signals the team's decision to rebuild, with more transactions expected to follow. HoopsHype reporter Michael Scotto revealed today that Myles Turner and Kyle Kuzma are both anticipated to be placed on the trade market.

On June 24, Beijing time, LeBron James updated his Instagram, sharing the Father's Day card his daughter gave him. He confessed to being overwhelmed with emotion and shared his thoughts. James wrote: "A few days ago on Father's Day, I was away from home. Just now, while I was eating, my daughter suddenly ran up to me, handed me this card, and said, 'Happy Father's Day, I love you!' Then she turned and ran off.

On June 24, Beijing time, NBC reporter Herring stated that if the Celtics are truly willing to trade Jaylen Brown, the Houston Rockets and Atlanta Hawks will be the top contenders to pursue him. "Once Brown hits the trade market, the Rockets and Hawks will be the frontrunners, with several other teams also interested in competing—Portland has already publicly expressed interest.

On June 24th Beijing time, Jalen Brunson overcame external doubts and led the New York Knicks to an NBA championship, delivering a strong rebuttal to Las Vegas Aces head coach Becky Hammon. Yet Hammon’s attitude still carries a hint of defiance. According to New York Post reporter Madeline Kenney, Hammon stated in an interview today that she will not apologize to Jalen Brunson. "Jalen simply used his actions to overturn past established beliefs.

He's on the board~ Yang Hansen scored his first points for the national team after a year-long absence, catching a pass from Liao Sanning for an alley-oop two-handed dunk. Perhaps due to a long time away from international play and a lack of chemistry with teammates, Yang faced heavy defensive attention in the first half and struggled offensively, shooting 1-for-4 for 2 points and 3 rebounds, with a plus-minus of +4, helping China take a 38-34 lead over the Netherlands.

Salary expert Yossi Gozlan reports: The Heat used a 125% trade exception in the Giannis Antetokounmpo deal, which has triggered the hard cap. They are now only $18.1 million away from the first luxury tax apron and need to use that money to fill four roster spots. However, they could create more cap space later by trading away Jovic or having Wiggins opt out of his contract.

The first major trade of the offseason was completed today: Giannis Antetokounmpo has been traded to the Miami Heat. He finally got what he wanted, escaping the playoff-less, lottery-bound Bucks and instantly transforming the Heat into a championship contender.

In a deal that flew under the radar, here are the details: Brooklyn gets Julius Randle and the 28th pick; Chicago receives Nic Claxton; Minnesota gets the 33rd pick.