The Wolverines are national champions, led by their star senior. With his sights now set on the NBA Draft, what should everyone know about Yaxel Lendeborg?

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This is The Athletic’s daily NBA newsletter. Sign up here to receive The Bounce directly in your inbox. On this date in 2019, both Dirk Nowitzki and Dwyane Wade played in front of their respective home crowds for the last time.

Should Keaton Wagler return to Champaign or enter the NBA Draft? Breaking down the strongest case for both sides.

Two Orlando Magic wins over the past two days put the Sixers in a rough spot with four days left in the regular season.

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National championship hero Yaxel Lendeborg makes his NBA Draft declaration, instantly becoming a top prospect with his versatile, NBA-ready game.

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Evalauting breakout Illinois guard Keaton Wagler.

With the Sacramento Kings ahead by one point and time winding down in the fourth quarter, the team decided to do something unexpected. Kings forward Doug McDermott intentionally fouled Seth Curry, sending the Golden State Warriors’ guard to the free-throw line.