ADRIAN WOJNAROWSKI

The Mavericks' determination and focus paid off, as they selected Dennis Smith Jr. with the No. 9 overall pick. The team's coach, Rick Carlisle, praised the atmosphere in the draft room, saying, "It was a special moment. The guys were all pumped up and excited."

The sports world was left reeling when Adrian Wojnarowski, a legendary NBA insider, announced his surprise retirement from journalism. The 55-year-old veteran journalist had been a staple at ESPN for several years, breaking news and delivering "Woj bombs" that left fans and colleagues alike in awe. As news of his departure spread, ESPN's employees were left stunned, ...