Kevin McCormick

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Heading into Monday's draft lottery, the Philadelphia 76ers awaited to see how their future would unfold. While they finished with the fifth-worst record this season, it wasn't secure that they'd be picking in the lottery. The Sixers were in a good position to keep their pick, but still needed the ping pong balls would fall their way. Finishing in the top six was essential, as anything lower would mean their selection would convey to the OKC Thunder.

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In light of all the injuries the Philadelphia 76ers faced this season, the younger talent got far more opportunities to play than anyone expected. Following a successful run as a rookie, one member of the roster plans to continue sharpening his skills by playing competitively overseas in the offseason. With their second-round pick in the 2024 draft, the Sixers took a flier on former UCLA big man Adem Bona.

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Minnesota Timberwolves vs Golden State Warriors is the second game of the NBA's playoff slate for Monday. It is a pivotal Game 4 showdown between a pair of teams looking to keep their postseason dreams alive. After knocking off the Houston Rockets in round one, the Warriors looked like a team capable of being a dark horse contender in the West. However, things have taken a turn for the worse in the semifinal round. Early in Game 1, Steph Curry exited with a hamstring injury and has yet to return.

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Looking at the second round of the NBA playoffs, Boston Celtics vs New York Knicks has been one of the more interesting matchups. After finally securing a win in the series, the reigning champs have an opportunity to even things up on Monday night. The series started off in shocking fashion, with the Celtics coughing up a pair of 20-point leads on their home floor. This put the Knicks in a position to take a commanding lead, but they failed to capitalize.

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As one of the most prominent figures in NBA history, Michael Jordan has always kept close ties to the league. Not far removed from his tenure as an owner, the six-time champion is set to take on a new role in the basketball world. Next season, the league is set to begin its new media deal. Among the networks set to be providing coverage in 2026 and beyond is NBC. As they prepare for this, they've brought in a big name to help bolster their product.