2023 Summer League All-Rookie Teams
First Team G - Keyonte George (Utah Jazz) Stats: 21.7 PPG, 6.3 APG, 2.7 RPG, 1.3 SPG (52.3% FG, 44.4% 3P, 63.6% FT) G/F - Cam Whitmore...
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James "I.V." Williams
- Jul 17
- 2 min
Day 10 & 11 NBA Summer League Standouts - 2023
Landers Nolley II (G - NOP) 22 PTS (8-11 FG), 4 REB, 2 AST Landers Nolley II, an Exhibit-10 signing for the New Orleans Pelicans, had a...
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James "I.V." Williams
- Jul 16
- 3 min
Day 9 NBA Summer League Standouts - 2023
Amari Bailey (G - CHA) Stats: 17 PTS (7-14 FG), 4 REB, 8 AST The second-round (No. 41) pick for the Hornets had an impressive showcase...
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James "I.V." Williams
- Jul 15
- 3 min
Day 8 NBA Summer League Standouts - 2023
Kobe Brown (F - LAC) Stats: 35 PTS (13-19 FG), 8 REB, 3 AST, 4 BLK, 2 STL The No. 30 pick in the draft had one of the best individual...
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James "I.V." Williams
- Jul 14
- 2 min
Day 7 NBA Summer League Standouts - 2023
Craig Porter Jr. (G/F - CLE) Stats: 22 PTS (9-15 FG), 8 REB, 6 AST, 3 STL, 1 BLK Craig Porter Jr., a two-way signee for the Cleveland...
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James "I.V." Williams
- Jul 13
- 2 min
Day 6 NBA Summer League Standouts - 2023
D’Moi Hodge (G - LAL): Stats: 22 PTS (8-16 FG), 4 REB D’Moi Hodge had an efficient performance for the Lakers against the Celtics. He...
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James "I.V." Williams
- Jul 12
- 3 min
Day 5 NBA Summer League Standouts - 2023
Nick Smith Jr. (G - Charlotte Hornets) 33 PTS (13-20 PTS), 4 REB, 3 AST, 1 STL, 1 BLK Nick Smith Jr., the No. 27 pick in the Draft, had...
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James "I.V." Williams
- Jul 11
- 3 min
Day 4 NBA Summer League Standouts - 2023
Keyonte George (G - Utah Jazz) Stats: 26 PTS (9-15 FG), 3 REB, 7 AST, 2 STL Keyonte George followed up his scintillating 33-point-10...
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James "I.V." Williams
- Jul 10
- 3 min
Day 3 NBA Summer League Standouts - 2023
Victor Wenbanyama (C - San Antonio Spurs) Stats: 27 PTS (9-14 FG), 12 REB, 1 STL, 3 BLK Victor Wenbanyama showcased the dynamic offensive...
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James "I.V." Williams
- Jul 9
- 4 min
Day 2 NBA Summer League Standouts - 2023
Keyonte George (G - Utah Jazz) Stats: 33 PTS (12-24 FG, 6-15 3P, 3-3 FT), 10 AST, 2 REB, 1 STL, 1 BLK Keyonte George had the most...
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James "I.V." Williams
- Jul 8
- 4 min
Day 1 NBA Summer League Standouts - 2023
Amen Thompson (G/F, Houston Rockets) Stats: 16 PTS (6-13 FG), 5 AST, 4 REB, 3 STL, 4 BLK Thompson had a very good showing in his first...
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James "I.V." Williams
- Jun 22
- 2 min
Fit, Talent, Character & Consistency - NBA Draft Day
As NBA General Managers embark on the exciting and challenging task of selecting players for their teams, they must carefully assess a...
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James "I.V." Williams
- Jun 22
- 5 min
2023 NBA Mock Draft - 6th Edition
As we unveil our sixth and final NBA Mock Draft, we are proud to present a product that reflects our unwavering commitment to providing...
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James "I.V." Williams
- Jun 19
- 2 min
Harden's Fit with Young Rockets Core
The Houston Rockets, a team amid a rebuilding phase, face a crucial decision regarding the future of James Harden, their star player....
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James "I.V." Williams
- Jun 14
- 2 min
Potential Steal of the Draft - Emoni Bates
As the NBA Draft approaches, basketball enthusiasts eagerly anticipate the arrival of Emoni Bates, a highly touted prospect whose big...
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James "I.V." Williams
- Jun 13
- 2 min
The Modern-Day Center - Dereck Lively II
As the NBA evolves into a league where versatility and skill are highly valued, Dereck Lively II stands out as a prospect with a unique...
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James "I.V." Williams
- Jun 2
- 2 min
Jarace Walker - Swiss-Army Knife
Jarace Walker is a player who exhibits a truly multidimensional game. As a highly touted prospect, Walker's versatility and diverse skill...
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James "I.V." Williams
- Jun 1
- 2 min
Pros & Cons of Drafting GG Jackson in the Lottery
Pros of Drafting GG Jackson in the Lottery: GG Jackson's athleticism, combined with his diverse skill set, makes him a dynamic and...
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James "I.V." Williams
- May 30
- 4 min
2023 NBA Mock Draft - 5th Edition
Welcome to the highly anticipated fifth edition of the Between The Lines Sports NBA Mock Draft! As the NBA Draft approaches, our...
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James "I.V." Williams
- May 25
- 2 min
Omari Moore - The Steal of the Draft!
Omari Moore, from San José State, is an overlooked prospect who possesses the potential to be an absolute steal in the 2023 NBA Draft....
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James "I.V." Williams
- May 24
- 3 min
Unleashing Ausar Thompson
The NBA Draft is a pinnacle for basketball talents, it's the goal of every young prospect around the world, so they go to college or play...
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James "I.V." Williams
- May 23
- 1 min
Colby Jones - The X-Factor
Colby Jones from Xavier possesses several transferable skill sets that make him an intriguing prospect for the NBA. One of his most...
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James "I.V." Williams
- May 22
- 2 min
The Backcourt of the Future!
Scoot Henderson and LaMelo Ball, two talented young point guards, could potentially form a dynamic and electrifying backcourt duo for the...
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James "I.V." Williams
- May 19
- 1 min
Dariq Whitehead - Plug and Play
Dariq Whitehead from Duke University is an NBA prospect I've been very high since his time in High School. Firstly, his physical...
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James "I.V." Williams
- May 18
- 2 min
Brandon Miller - Standout NBA Prospect
The upcoming NBA Draft has generated considerable buzz as teams and fans eagerly anticipate the arrival of fresh talent. Among the pool...
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James "I.V." Williams
- May 17
- 2 min
Scoot is a Cornerstone Piece
Scoot Henderson has the potential and character to turn around an NBA franchise due to several key factors. Firstly, his exceptional...
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James "I.V." Williams
- May 16
- 1 min
Drafting Victor Wembanyama 1st
As a basketball evaluator and purest, I believe that Victor Wembanyam has the potential to become a generational talent in the league....
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James "I.V." Williams
- May 15
- 1 min
Playing to Your Strengths at the NBA Combine
Why is it important to play to your strengths? It is important for NBA prospects to work hard and play to their strengths at the NBA...
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James "I.V." Williams
- May 15
- 2 min
Jazian Gortman Invited to Combine
Jazian Gortman is a name that has been generating buzz in basketball circles after his impressive performance at the NBA G League Elite...
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Alan Alcantar
- Apr 21
- 5 min
2023 NBA Mock Draft - 4th Edition / Staff Edition
Every draft season, the entire staff, minus myself is allowed to create and produce an entire Mock Draft List, and the content that...
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James "I.V." Williams
- Apr 12
- 3 min
The 2023 Nike Hoop Summit: A Glimpse into the Future of the 2024 NBA Draft
The Nike Hoop Summit has long been recognized as a premier showcase for the brightest basketball talents from around the world. This...
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James "I.V." Williams
- Mar 18
- 5 min
2023 NBA Mock Draft - 3rd Edition
With the NCAA Tournament tipping off on March 16, 2023, we're not going to bore you with a lot of fluff to intro our latest installment...
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James "I.V." Williams
- Feb 15
- 5 min
2023 NBA Mock Draft - 2nd Edition
With the First Round of the Tournament scheduled to tip off on March 16, 2023, several interesting storylines are floating around the...
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James "I.V." Williams
- Jan 17
- 3 min
2023 NBA Mock Draft - 1st Edition
With Conference play now underway in the NCAA, we thought it was fitting to release our first NBA Mock Draft of the season. We will drop...
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James "I.V." Williams
- Jun 16, 2022
- 20 min
NBA Mock Draft 2022 - 5th Edition
Welcome to the 5th and final installment of our 2022 NBA Mock Draft. Since our last Mock Draft installment, we have all attended the NBA...
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James "I.V." Williams
- Apr 19, 2022
- 4 min
2022 NBA Mock Draft - Staff Edition
BTL Sports Mock Contributors: AJ Wahl, Alan Alcantar, Andrew Barton, Barry Browner, Bryon Cook, Evan Skilliter, Jakob Laden, Layth...
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James "I.V." Williams
- Mar 15, 2022
- 4 min
2022 NBA Mock Draft - 3rd Edition
BTL Sports Mock Contributors: AJ Wahl, Alan Alcantar, Andrew Barton, Barry Browner, Bryon Cook, Evan Skilliter, Jakob Laden, Layth...
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James "I.V." Williams
- Feb 15, 2022
- 4 min
2022 NBA Mock Draft - 2nd Edition
BTL Sports Mock Contributors: AJ Wahl, Alan Alcantar, Andrew Barton, Barry Browner, Bryon Cook, Evan Skilliter, Jakob Laden, Layth...
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James "I.V." Williams
- Jan 13, 2022
- 3 min
2022 NBA Mock Draft - 1st Edition
With Conference play now underway in the NCAA, we thought it was fitting to release our first NBA Mock Draft of the season. We will drop...
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James "I.V." Williams
- Jul 28, 2021
- 5 min
Top NBA Prospects - Nike EYBL
1.) Dariq Whitehead || Team Durant || Montverde || SG 6'6 190 || C/O 22 || Draft 23 Offensively he played at his own pace, never allowing...
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James "I.V." Williams
- Jul 25, 2021
- 4 min
NBA Mock Draft 2021 - 3rd Edition
Welcome to the third and final installment of our 2021 NBA mock draft. Since our last Mock Draft installment we have all witnessed the...
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James "I.V." Williams
- Jun 9, 2021
- 5 min
Tampa Bay Pro Combine
The Tampa Bay Pro Combine was created to serve as a resource for prospects who may be flying under the radars of NBA Teams. In hopes of...
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Barry Browner
- Jun 9, 2021
- 3 min
2021 NBA DRAFT BIG BOARD
With the 2021 NBA Draft a few weeks away, and the NBA Draft 51 days away check out the staff at BTL as we talk about the Top 100 NBA...
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James "I.V." Williams
- Apr 23, 2021
- 3 min
NBA Mock Draft: 2021 - 2nd Edition
Welcome to the second installment of our 2021 NBA mock draft. From impressive performances during the NCAA Tournament to a wave of fresh...
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James "I.V." Williams
- Mar 25, 2021
- 3 min
NBA Mock Draft: 2021 - 1st Edition
With the Men’s NCAA Tournament in full swing, we thought it would be appropriate to release our initial 2021 NBA Mock Draft. Despite the...
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James "I.V." Williams
- Nov 10, 2020
- 3 min
Who are you Drafting?
Theo Epstein, President of Baseball Operations - Chicago Cubs, once said, "The key to building a winning culture starts in the draft...
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James "I.V." Williams
- Jul 7, 2020
- 4 min
THE THREE MOST IMPRESSIVE LONG-TERM PROSPECTS AT THE TIP-OFF CLASSIC
I love the modern era of positionless/small-ball basketball we are currently in, which started in the NBA and has since trickled down to...
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James "I.V." Williams
- Nov 6, 2019
- 8 min
Intel & Character are the Name of the Game
With the College basketball season now underway, I would like to touch on why NBA Front Office and Scouting Department members are making...
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