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How the Pistons’ draft miss changed the NBA

Imagine making a franchise-altering pick based on just two sources and a single dazzling workout. That’s exactly how the Pistons ended up drafting Darko Milicic at #2 in 2003, as Joe Dumars recently admitted. Back then, NBA teams barely did any real background checks—just a couple of calls and gut feelings. After Milicic’s flop, Dumars completely overhauled Detroit’s scouting process, turning it into one of the league’s most thorough. Now, teams dig deep, talking to everyone from coaches to teachers before making a pick. Do you think this level of research is enough to avoid another draft disaster? #Sports #Basketball #Pistons

Astros rotation needs more than just hope

Watching the Astros’ rotation fall apart post-Valdez is brutal—Hunter Brown’s a stud, but after that, it’s a dice roll every night. We can’t just pray for Tommy John recoveries and call it a day. Giolito isn’t an ace, but those last five starts? Filthy. That’s the kind of steady, bulldog arm we need to keep this ship afloat. If Crane won’t spend big, Giolito’s the best bang for our buck. Would you trust him as our #2, or is that just wishful thinking? #Sports #Baseball #Astros

Baker Mayfield’s Marriage Hit Rock Bottom

Baker Mayfield and his wife Emily just got real about their relationship struggles—she says their marriage was “failing” during his NFL low point in 2022. After a wild year of trades and uncertainty, Baker found his faith again, and they fought through it together. Now? They’re expecting baby #2 and say their marriage is stronger than ever. Proof that even NFL stars have to work for their happy endings! #Relationships #BakerMayfield #NFL

This is something else with this crazy man in office is doing stuff that the American people hates. #1 Getting rid of Food Share. We don't want to see anybody starving?? #2. IMPEACHMENT #3 RAPIST #4 Hatetred #SNAPBenefits #SNAPLife #SNAPTalk

Neighbor’s Decorations in Front of My Door

Hey guys, I just moved into a beautiful old apartment building. One tenant decorated the hall with plants and mirrors — super cute — but now he’s added a massive statue and a broken clock that chimes at random hours. Door #2 is actually my second entrance, which opens straight into my bedroom. The statue’s wing blocks part of the way, and the clock keeps going off at weird times. I don’t want to cause drama, but would it be unreasonable to ask him to move just the statue and clock? The plants and chair are fine — honestly, they make the place look nice. #NeighborProblems #NeighborDrama #NeedHelp

My cat thinks I'm the pet

Pretty sure I got scammed when I adopted Whiskers six months ago. Dude has me on a strict feeding schedule (his), wakes me up at 5 AM for breakfast service, and somehow claimed the entire bed while I sleep on a corner. I bought him a $50 cat tree? Nope, he prefers the cardboard box it came in. Expensive organic food? Hard pass. He wants whatever I'm eating, obviously. The final straw was yesterday when I caught him judging my Zoom call performance from his throne (my desk chair). He gave me this look like 'really? That's your professional voice?' Then knocked my coffee mug off the table mid-presentation. I'm starting to think he's the one with a job and I'm just the unpaid intern. At least the health insurance is good – unlimited purr therapy and occasional head bonks. Worth it? Absolutely. Would I do it again? Already planning cat #2. #Pets #Cats #CatOwner

Sinner Faces Aussie Open Heat Test vs Spizzirri

Ice-cold Sinner has been on fire in Melbourne, but the Aussie Open gods just handed him a tough draw—he’ll face Spizzirri under brutal 40°C heat! The Italian hasn’t dropped a set yet, but will the midday sun slow down the world #2? Both Sinner and the Djoker have struggled in extreme temps before. Who’s got the edge in these sizzling conditions? Let’s hear your predictions! #Sports #Tennis #AustralianOpen

What If LeBron James Was Drafted by the Detroit Pistons? 👑

In an alternate timeline, Carmelo Anthony goes #1 to the Cleveland Cavaliers and LeBron goes #2 to the Pistons. The Pistons were already title-ready — they won it all in LeBron’s rookie year and went to back-to-back Finals. Imagine LeBron joining a prime core of Chauncey Billups, Ben Wallace, Rip Hamilton, Rasheed Wallace, and Tayshaun Prince. Would we be talking about a full-on Pistons dynasty? How many rings do you think LeBron would’ve racked up? #NBAWhatIf #LeBronJames #CarmeloAnthony #DetroitPistons #ClevelandCavaliers #NBADebate #NBAHistory #BasketballDebate #NBA #Sports

They don’t call it the "Pride of the South Side" for nothing. 😤🔥 From the historic 4-peat in the 90s to the legends who paved the way, Manual High School isn’t just a school—it’s a legacy. Whether you’re a former Ram or a current student, you know that South Griswold Street energy is UNMATCHED. We’re currently ranked #2 in the state for 2A and the heat isn’t stopping! 🏀💨 Who’s pulling up to the next game? Tag a fellow Ram who needs to see this! 👇 #ManualRams #Ramily #PeoriaManual #PrideOfTheSouthSide #ManualHigh #PeoriaIL #HighSchoolHoops #RamPride #309Made

From same draft night to different destinies?

James Wiseman — the 2020 No. 2 overall pick — has officially been waived by the Pacers. Meanwhile, No. 1 pick Anthony Edwards has turned into a full-blown All-NBA star and the face of the Timberwolves. Is this the biggest gap ever between a #1 and #2 pick in the same draft? #NBA #AnthonyEdwards #JamesWiseman #NBADraft #Timberwolves #Pacers #Warriors #Sports