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Andrew Wiggins To Attend Kansas

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A year from now, there's a good chance we'll be referring to the draft lottery as the "Andrew Wiggins sweepstakes." Wiggins, who was born in Canada, chose Kansas over a list of potential schools that included Kentucky, North Carolina, and Florida State.

Draft Links: Gobert, Mock Drafts, Muhammad

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With so many likely first-round prospects suffering from injuries or simply not wanting to hurt their draft stocks (if they're already surefire lottery picks), don't expect too many big names to get on the court at this week's predraft camp in Chicago, writes Jeff Goodman of CBSSports.com.

Free Agent Stock Watch: Timofey Mozgov

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In that scenario, Mozgov would get some long-term security and a nice payday, while the Bobcats (or a similar lottery-bound team with cap room) would get the chance to roll the dice on a player who could thrive with more playing time.

Western Notes: Allen, Warriors, Suns

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The Suns prepare for the NBA draft lottery at the end of May, writes NBA.com's Aaron Seidlitz.

Eastern Notes: Noah, Bulls, Pierce

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While it isn't likely that Washington would use their lottery pick on Adams, it seems sensible that they'd target the…

Lakers, Hawks Looking To Acquire Lottery Picks?

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Sam Amico of FOX Sports Ohio heard some speculation at today's NBA Draft Combine that the Lakers and Hawks are two teams trying to find their way into the lottery.

Draft Updates: Friday

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We'll see if today is as busy, but in the meantime, here are the latest updates on the 2013 draft: Some NBA executives believe that it's possible Shabazz Muhammad falls out of the top 10 and perhaps even the lottery on draft night, writes Scott Howard-Cooper of NBA.com.

How Lottery Teams With Best Odds Have Fared

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The way the 2003 draft lottery played out, the Cavaliers and Grizzlies were the final two teams with a chance at the No.

Central Notes: Bulls, Robinson, Cavs, Handy

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If the Cavaliers wind up picking third, their current position in the pre-lottery order, Mary Schmitt Boyer of The Plain…

Blazers Eyeing Oladipo, Considering Trading Up?

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Assuming there are no major surprises in next Tuesday's draft lottery, the Trail Blazers are expected to have the 10th overall pick in the 2013 draft.

Week In Review: 5/13/13 – 5/19/13

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The Lakers and Hawks might be trying to trade their way into the lottery.

Pacific Notes: Del Negro, Warriors, Kings, Len

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Suns scouts have been high on Maryland center Alex Len since before this past season began, according to Paul Coro of…

Odds & Ends: Clippers, Knicks, Suns

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The Suns enter the lottery with the probability of landing a high first round pick, but not number one, according to AZCentral.com's Paul Coro.

Central Notes: Cavaliers, Pistons, Draft

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The Plain Dealer's Terry Pluto believes the Cavaliers are leaning towards taking Nerlens Noel if they land the first overall pick in Tuesday's upcoming lottery.

Draft Notes: Mavericks, Burke, Wizards, Dieng

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As we get ready for the 2013 lottery tomorrow night, here's a look at today's draft news..

Lottery Teams’ Odds To Land Top-Three Pick

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The NBA's draft lottery is set to take place tonight, with the league's 14 non-playoff teams vying for a chance at the first overall pick and the opportunity to select a player from a crop of prospects that includes Nerlens Noel, Ben McLemore, and others.

Kings Sale To Sacramento Group Not Yet Finalized

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MONDAY, 1:45pm: Ranadive doesn't formally own the NBA team yet, tweets Ryan Lillis of The Sacramento Bee, pointing out that the team will move forward with the Maloofs' plan to send coach Keith Smart to the draft lottery.

Lottery Links: Magic, Noel, Thunder, Trades

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With less than two hours until the start of the 2013 NBA Draft Lottery, let's round up any and all…… USA Today's Sean Highkin breaks down how the unique prospect would fit with each of the lottery's 14 participants

NBA Draft Lottery Results

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10, the Blazers retained their lottery selection, which would have gone to the Bobcats had it been outside of the……  2013 NBA Draft Lottery Results: Cleveland Cavaliers Orlando Magic Washington Wizards Charlotte Bobcats Phoenix Suns New Orleans Pelicans Sacramento Kings…

Lottery Leftovers: Cavs, Mavs, Blazers, Wolves

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Here is an assortment of mock drafts published immediately following the lottery results: ESPN via Chad Ford, Draft Express via Jonathan Givony, HoopsWorld, and Sheridan Hoops via Joe Kotoch.

2013 NBA Draft Order

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With last night's lottery in the books, the order for the 2013 NBA draft has officially been set.

Eastern Rumors: Deng, Hollins, Bucks, Raptors

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A day after an Eastern Conference team (the Cavs) won the 2013 draft lottery, the Eastern Finals will finally get underway tonight in Miami, as the Pacers look to upset the defending-champion Heat.

Offseason Outlook: Milwaukee Bucks

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In the Western Conference, that sort of record would mean Milwaukee would be focusing on last night's draft lottery results.

Mavericks Notes: Draft, Carlisle, Nowitzki

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 It's an interesting idea, but I don't think a lottery pick in the current draft is equivalent in value to a promised pick four or five years down the line.