The NBA offseason is shaping up to be a thriller, and all eyes are on June's draft. With the lottery looming, several franchises are crossing their fingers for that coveted No. 1 pick—and for good reason. This year, as many as four prospects could realistically hear their name called first, from Duke's Cameron Boozer to BYU's AJ Dybantsa, Kansas guard Darryn Peterson, or North Carolina's Caleb Wilson. The stakes are sky-high, especially after a regular season where a record eight teams lost 55 or more games—five of them dropping 60 or more. The league is desperate to curb the tanking trend, having already fined the Indiana Pacers and Utah Jazz for resting players, while others faced scrutiny over participation policies.

When it comes to the draft, beauty is in the eye of the beholder—but for these seven teams, landing the top pick could be a game-changer. On June 23 in Brooklyn, the mystery will finally end. Here's our ranking of the squads that need the No. 1 pick the most, from those building from scratch to others just a superstar away from contention. (Note: The New Orleans Pelicans were among the eight teams with 55+ losses, but their pick belongs to the Atlanta Hawks.)

As the playoffs heat up, it's not just the basketball that's turning heads—stars are bringing serious sneaker style to the biggest stage. From Jalen Brunson's kicks at Madison Square Garden to the coolest footwear lighting up the postseason, the NBA is proving that fashion is part of the game. Whether you're a fan of high-tops or low-profile designs, this year's playoff sneakers are a must-see for any hoops enthusiast.