Kevin Sweeney

Kevin Sweeney

Kevin Sweeney is a staff writer at Sports Illustrated covering college basketball and the NBA draft. He joined the SI staff in July 2021 and also serves host and analyst for The Field of 68. Sweeney is a Naismith Trophy voter and ia member of the U.S. Basketball Writers Association. He is a graduate of Northwestern University's Medill School of Journalism.

Zaccharie Risacher poses with NBA commissioner Adam Silver after being selected first overall by the Atlanta Hawks in the first round of the 2024 NBA draft.
NBA

NBA Draft Grades: Zaccharie Risacher, Alex Sarr Earn High Marks as Frenchmen Go 1-2

Sports Illustrated’s instant analysis of every first-round selection.

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Zaccharie Risacher landed on the Atlanta Hawks after some question about what they would do with the No. 1 pick.
NBA

2024 NBA Draft Primer: Risacher Goes No. 1 to Hawks, Grizzlies Take Zach Edey

The Hawks held onto the first selection and selected the 19-year-old Frenchman, but there are still questions about what happens throughout the lottery.

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Sheppard is among a handful of players who could become an NBA star down the line.
NBA

2024 NBA Draft: Six Players Who Could Fill Star Void in This Class

While there might not be a bevy of players ready to immediately garner the spotlight, a handful could blossom down the line.

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Hawkins will be one of the highest-paid players in men’s college basketball next season.
College Basketball

Kansas State Landing Coleman Hawkins in Major NIL Deal Could Shape Future Transfer Portal Market

The Wildcats also welcomed transfers Ugonna Onyenso and Achor Achor this offseason with the three players totaling in the $4 million-plus range.

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Hurley spoke about his decision to remain at UConn after reported interest from the Lakers.
College Basketball

Dan Hurley Reveals Candid Reasons Why He Chose to Stay at UConn

The two-time national champion coach also said his contract extension with the Huskies was already agreed upon before the Lakers showed interest.

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Former Kentucky guard Reed Sheppard could be selected within the first five picks of the 2024 NBA draft after a historic shooting season for the Wildcats.
NBA

2024 NBA Draft: Top Eight College Basketball Shooters Available

In a weak draft class, shooting is always a valuable skill and the top three-point threats have the upside to become more than just floor spacers.

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Duke Blue Devils guard Jared McCain has nearly three million followers on TikTok and is a likely first-round pick in the 2024 NBA draft.
NBA

TikTok Dances and NBA Draft Prep: How Jared McCain Balances Both Ahead of Likely First-Round Selection

The former five-star recruit and Duke guard is ‘unapologetically himself all the time’ whether in front of nearly three million social media followers or on one of college basketball’s biggest stages.

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UConn Huskies coach Dan Hurley rebuffed an offer from the Los Angeles Lakers to try for a third straight men’s college basketball championship.
College Basketball

Dan Hurley Staying at UConn Is Good for Men’s College Basketball

The Huskies have a legitimate chance at a three-peat, which would put Hurley in rare air and potentially bring more fans to the sport.

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Dan Hurley is reportedly a front-runner for the Los Angeles Lakers head coaching job.
College Basketball

What Happens to UConn If Dan Hurley Leaves for the Lakers

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Arkansas Razorbacks forward Trevon Brazile will return for the 2024–25 season.
College Basketball

With Trevon Brazile Returning, a Look at John Calipari’s First Arkansas Team

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Alabama guard Mark Sears and the Crimson Tide are early contenders for the 2024–25 national championship.
College Basketball

Men’s College Basketball Too-Early Top 25: Alabama’s Best Chance to Win Title

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Alabama Crimson Tide guard Mark Sears will return to school for another season instead of remaining in the 2024 NBA draft.
College

NBA Draft Deadline Winners and Losers: Alabama a Contender With Mark Sears, Kansas Loses Johnny Furphy

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