RotoEvil's NBA Draft Guide - by Eric Wong, Fantasy Hoops Hall of Famer

Rotoworld News

• Damian Lillard commits to Summer Olympics - Damian Lillard | POR
  In a recent interview with James McKern of News.com.au, Damian Lillard said that he plans on playing in the Summer Olympics next year on Tokyo.
• Begley: Nets players still favor signing Melo - Carmelo Anthony | CHI
  According to SNY's Ian Begley, Nets players remain in favor of the team adding Carmelo Anthony to the roster.
• Embiid says he's lost 25 pounds this summer - Joel Embiid | PHI
  Joel Embiid said in a recent video that he has lost 25 pounds this offseason.
• Magic pick up Markelle Fultz's option - Markelle Fultz | ORL
  The Magic picked up their team option on Markelle Fultz for the 2020-21 season.
• J.J. Barea (Achilles) cleared for 5-on-5 work - J.J. Barea | DAL
  J.J. Barea (right Achilles) has been going through 5-on-5 work and expects to be a "full go" when training camp opens on October 1.
• Aron Baynes suffers groin strain at FIBA - Aron Baynes | PHO
  Aron Baynes suffered a groin strain during Australia's loss to France at the FIBA World Cup on Sunday.
• Ricky Rubio named FIBA World Cup MVP - Ricky Rubio | PHO
  Ricky Rubio was named the 2019 FIBA World Cup MVP after Spain trounced Argentina in the gold medal game on Sunday.
• Shaun Livingston announces retirement - Shaun Livingston | GS
  Shaun Livingston announced his retirement from the NBA on Friday.
• Report: Joe Johnson signs with the Pistons - Joe Johnson | DET
  Joe Johnson has reportedly signed a one-year, partially guaranteed deal with the Pistons.
• Shams: Smart out for remainder of FIBA worlds - Marcus Smart | BOS
  According to Shams Charania of Stadium/The Athletic, Marcus Smart will be shut down for Team USA's final two games at the FIBA Basketball World Cup.
• Shams: Memphis refusing to buy out Iguodala - Andre Iguodala | MEM
  The Grizzlies are not ready to engage Andre Iguodala in buyout talks according to Shams Charania of The Athletic.
• Kemba Walker helps Team USA win 58th straight - Kemba Walker | BOS
  Kemba Walker guided Team USA to an 89-73 win over Brazil on Monday, tallying 16 points, five assists, two 3-pointers, one steal and two turnovers in 26 minutes.