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Anthony Smith analyzes the 2026 NBA Draft, discussing key players, team strategies, and the implications for Brendan Sorsby's future in the NFL.

Show Description The future of the NBA took center stage at the 2026 NBA Draft, and In The Zone with Anthony Smith has you covered from every angle. Anthony breaks down the biggest winners and surprises from Round 1, analyzes why the Memphis Grizzlies believe Cameron Boozer can be a franchise cornerstone, and examines what anonymous college coaches really had to say about the top prospects in ESPN's Coaches Confidential. Plus, Anthony takes an in-depth look at one of the most inspiring stories of the draft: fifth overall pick Keaton Wagler. From winning two Kansas state championships at Shawnee Mission Northwest High School to earning Kansas Gatorade Player of the Year and Big Ten Freshman of the Year honors, Wagler's journey is a testament to perseverance, development, and hard work. The show also shifts to the NBA's Eastern Conference as Anthony discusses Brad Stevens' comments on Jaylen Brown and what they could mean for the future of the Boston Celtics. Finally, he dives into the latest developments surrounding Brendan Sorsby's NFL aspirations after the league declined to hold a 2026 Supplemental Draft, exploring what it means for Sorsby and the broader conversation about…

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