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The Latest Breaking News from Paolo Banchero

Dramatic shift in Paolo Banchero’s draft odds are probably more about Chet Holmgren

Could the Magic really consider Banchero over Jabari Smith?

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Paolo Banchero a contender for the Thunder at No. 2 in 2022 NBA draft, per KOC

Should the Thunder draft Paolo Banchero at No. 2?

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NBA draft: Chet Holmgren prefers to land with Thunder at No. 2?

With the No. 1 pick Thursday night, league executives widely project Auburn forward Jabari Smith to be the Magic's choice. Among Smith and fellow top prospects Chet Holmgren and Paolo Banchero, Smith and his representatives have long expressed the ...

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NBA Mock Draft 2022: Latest Buzz and Predictions for All 58 Picks

Jabari Smith Jr., Chet Holmgren and Paolo Banchero will likely be the first players off the board. Here is how the rest of the draft might fall.

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Paolo Banchero said he’d be blessed to be drafted by the Thunder

Paolo Banchero is projected to go in the top three.

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Duke’s Paolo Banchero sees blessing in potential Rockets draft selection

Paolo Banchero to @BigSargeSportz on potentially joining forces with Jalen Green and Kevin Porter Jr. in Houston: “Those are two extremely skilled, extremely talented players.”

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Podcast: Previewing Rockets draft week with USA TODAY’s Bryan Kalbrosky

Is Paolo Banchero a lock at No. 3, or are other options still in play? NBA draft guru Bryan Kalbrosky breaks down the latest news on the Rockets, who suddenly have three first-round draft picks.

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Interviews: Paolo Banchero, Jabari Smith, Rockets’ draft hopefuls speak out

Led by Paolo Banchero and Jabari Smith, several potential Rockets are meeting with the media in the days leading up to the 2022 NBA draft. Here’s what they’ve had to say.

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Chet Holmgren met with Magic execs in Orlando this week

Cody Taylor: Potential No. 1 pick Chet Holmgren met with the Magic front office in Orlando on Wednesday and Thursday of this week, according to NBA sources. Source: Twitter @CodyTaylorNBA What's the buzz on Twitter? Cody Taylor @ CodyTaylorNBA ...

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Chet Holmgren would rather go to OKC?

However, Holmgren is rumored into wanting to fall to the Thunder. On Thursday, Ryen Russillo relayed some information on his podcast that stated Holmgren and his agent, Bill Duffy, would rather join the Thunder over the Magic. I've been told this is ...

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Did trading Christian Wood fix the Rockets’ frontcourt logjam?

The Christian Wood trade allows Alperen Sengun to become Houston’s starting center, but more frontcourt roster moves might still be needed, depending on 2022 NBA draft results.

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Rockets made Christian Wood partly with Paolo Banchero or Chet Holmgren in mind

Tim MacMahon: Rockets were looking to move Christian Wood to clear playing time for Alperen Sengun and likely the No. 3 overall pick, whether that's Paolo Banchero or Chet Holmgren. They pounced on chance to acquire a first-round pick (and no ...

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NBA Draft 2022: Final Top 100 Prospect Rankings

With the NBA draft a week away, here's the latest analysis on the best players in the class.

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Rockets fans react to apparent Paolo Banchero dinner with GM Rafael Stone

An online photo showed Duke’s Paolo Banchero dining with Houston general manager Rafael Stone, and Rockets fans weren’t disappointed.

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How can Houston create more minutes for Usman Garuba?

More minutes in 2022-23 could help with Usman Garuba’s development, but the Rockets might need to trade a frontcourt player this offseason to allow for that to happen.

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2022 NBA mock drafts: Latest Rockets pick projections in final two weeks

While Paolo Banchero remains the odds-on favorite for Houston’s top pick, there are suddenly some NBA mock drafts projecting Chet Holmgren to the Rockets.

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Report: Rival NBA execs think Rockets will explore Christian Wood trades

NBA insider Michael Scotto: “Rival executives who’ve spoken with HoopsHype expect the Rockets to gauge the trade market on Wood’s value this summer.”

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The 11 prospects invited to attend the NBA Draft 2022 in the Brooklyn green room so far, per reports

Chet Holmgren, Jabari Smith, and Paolo Banchero are the headliners.

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Christian Wood likes Paolo Banchero, Jaden Ivey as potential draft pick for Rockets

“A lot of big man talent for sure,” Christian Wood says of the 2022 NBA draft and potential options for the Rockets. “I like (Paolo) Banchero, I like (Jaden) Ivey. Hopefully we get a good guy.”

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NBA Mock Draft 2022: Latest Projections and Buzz

There’s been plenty of movement in SI’s latest projections since the lottery and the draft combine. Here is the latest intel.

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2022 NBA mock drafts: New Rockets pick projections in early June

With the calendar turning to the NBA’s 2022 draft month, here’s who experts are projecting to the Rockets in June — led by Duke’s Paolo Banchero at No. 3 overall.

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Should Houston inquire about Suns center (and looming free agent) Deandre Ayton?

Probable free agent Deandre Ayton played a huge role in elevating the Phoenix Suns to a strong defense. Could the 23-year-old center do the same for a young Rockets team?

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Old video resurfaces on Twitter of Seattle native Paolo Banchero admitting he does not like the Thunder

"I grew up with the Sonics a little bit. I was like six (years old) when they left. So I never liked the Thunder."

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Houston Chronicle: Early intel points to Paolo Banchero at No. 3 overall

After spending a week at the NBA draft combine, longtime Rockets beat writer Jonathan Feigen appears confident in Paolo Banchero falling to Houston at No. 3 overall in the first round.

Orlando Sentinel

NBA mock draft: Who will Magic take with No. 1 pick?

ORLANDO, Fla. — With the NBA draft combine and lottery in the rearview mirror, teams around the league have a better idea of where they stand ahead of the June 23 draft.

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