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.