The 2024 NBA draft is set to take place with the Atlanta Hawks holding the No. 1 pick for the first time since 1975. This year’s draft will be split into two days, with round one on Wednesday and round two on Thursday. The draft will be broadcast on ESPN and ABC, with streaming options available on ESPN+, YouTube TV, and fuboTV.
France’s Zaccharie Risacher is projected to go No. 1 to the Atlanta Hawks, with other top prospects including Alexandre Sarr, Reed Sheppard, Matas Buzelis, and Cody Williams. The draft is expected to include international players and potential surprises, such as Bronny James, who is generating interest despite a lackluster collegiate career.
In a surprising move before the draft, the Washington Wizards are reportedly trading Deni Avdija to the Portland Trail Blazers for Malcolm Brogdon, the 14th overall pick, and a 2029 pick. Additionally, the New York Knicks are set to sign OG Anunoby to a five-year, $212 million deal.
Draft prospects like Alex Sarr and Ron Holland made headlines for their stylish Versace outfits at the draft. The draft will take place at Barclays Center in Brooklyn for round one and ESPN Seaport District Studio in Manhattan for round two, with a total of 58 picks due to forfeited second-round picks by the Phoenix Suns and Philadelphia 76ers. The draft order includes teams like the Atlanta Hawks, Washington Wizards, and Houston Rockets making early selections.
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