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NBA draft finishes up in New York, where some second-round picks are revered
By Brian Mahoney, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· June 24, 2026
· 4 min read
Some of New York's biggest basketball heroes were second-round draft picks.Like Jalen Brunson, the guy marching through Manhattan with the Larry O'Brien Trophy in his arms last week during a joyous championship parade celebration. And Willis Reed, the guy who limped onto the floor before and duri...
Key takeaway And Willis Reed, the guy who limped onto the floor before and during the early minutes of Game 7 of the 1970 NBA Finals to lift the Knicks to their first championship.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
The NBA draft's conclusion in New York has implications for San Antonio basketball fans, particularly those interested in the Houston Rockets, who acquired the rights to Ohio State guard Bruce Thornton. As Thornton prepares to join the Rockets, San Antonio residents will be watching to see how he contributes to the team's success. The draft's wheeling and dealing nature, which allowed the Knicks to trade the No. 31 pick to Houston, is a reminder that the NBA is a league of constant movement and negotiation. For local basketball enthusiasts, the draft's outcome may also spark interest in the upcoming season, potentially drawing fans to the AT&T Center to catch a Rockets or Spurs game. With the Rockets' new addition, San Antonio fans may be eager to see how the team's roster shapes up and how they will compete against their hometown Spurs.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? Some of New York's biggest basketball heroes were second-round draft picks.Like Jalen Brunson, the guy marching through Manhattan with the Larry O'Brien Trophy in his arms last week during a joyous championship parade celebration. And Willis Reed, the guy who limped onto the floor before and duri...
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