The Atlanta Hawks selected French forward Zaccharie Risacher with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft, marking the third time in league history that the top two picks have not played college basketball. Fellow Frenchman Alexandre Sarr was taken second by the Washington Wizards. The draft featured a number of other notable selections, including Kentucky’s Reed Sheppard, UConn’s Stephon Castle, and G League Ignite’s Ron Holland II.
The 2024 NBA Draft Lottery will take place on Sunday, May 12th, and will determine the order of the first 14 picks in the 2024 NBA Draft. All 14 teams that missed the 2024 NBA playoffs will participate in the lottery, with the Detroit Pistons and Washington Wizards having the best odds of winning the No. 1 pick. There are no generational players like Victor Wembanyama in this year’s draft, but securing the No. 1 selection is still a priority for every team in the lottery. The lottery will be broadcast live on ABC at 3 p.m. ET/12 p.m. PT and can also be streamed on ABC.com, ESPN.com, the ABC app, and the ESPN app. Fans can also watch the lottery live on Fubo, YouTube TV, Sling TV, and Hulu with Live TV. Those watching from abroad can use a VPN to bypass regional broadcast restrictions.
Bronny James, the son of NBA superstar LeBron James, has declared his intention to enter the 2024 NBA Draft while maintaining his college eligibility. The 19-year-old announced his decision via Instagram, also indicating that he will enter the NCAA transfer portal. James averaged 4.8 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 2.1 assists in 25 games for the USC Trojans during his freshman season. His draft stock is considered a mystery, but he has the potential to be a successful player at the next level. James is a high-motor defender with a playmaking upside, and he has an incredible basketball IQ. He will have until May 29 to decide whether to remain in the draft or return for his sophomore season.
The regular season has ended, and the top rookies have finished their first league seasons. Wembanyama, Miller, and Holmgren are the three finalists for this year’s Rookie of the Year award. Now’s a good time to look back at the 2023 draft and redo some selections with the knowledge we have now.
The Ringer’s Kevin O’Connor and J. Kyle Mann discuss the latest news and rumors surrounding the NBA Draft, including the return of international prospect Nikola Topic, the performances of younger players in the playoffs, and what the Magic and Heat need to do in the offseason.
Zach Edey, the decorated two-time college basketball Player of the Year, has officially declared for the NBA Draft. Despite some skepticism due to his lack of perimeter skills, analysts have highlighted significant improvements in his conditioning, mobility, passing, and defensive versatility, hinting at untapped potential. During Purdue’s run to the national championship game, Edey showcased his dominance with an average of 25.2 points and 12.2 rebounds per game. His future NBA success will depend on his ability to display more versatility and address the concerns surrounding his perimeter abilities.
BYU forward Jaxson Robinson has announced his intention to enter the 2024 NBA Draft, despite having one year of eligibility remaining. The 6-foot-7 junior led BYU in scoring last season at 14.2 points per game and was named the Big 12 Conference Sixth Man of the Year. Robinson’s decision follows speculation that he might follow former head coach Mark Pope to Kentucky, but he has now declared for the draft instead.
Purdue center Zach Edey, the consensus National Player of the Year and a projected lottery pick, has declared for the 2024 NBA draft. The 7-foot-4 Canadian led the nation in scoring with 24.9 points per game and finished third in rebounding with 12.2. Despite his impressive accolades, Edey believes he still has more to showcase at the NBA level, particularly in terms of passing, shooting, and playing outside the paint. He entered the 2023 draft but opted to return to Purdue for his senior season, which proved to be a wise decision as he is now considered a top-20 prospect.
The Portland Trail Blazers have been granted a 13.2% chance of securing the No. 1 overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft following the lottery drawings held at the NBA office. The lottery determined the draft order for the 14 teams that failed to qualify for the playoffs this season. The Blazers tied with the Charlotte Hornets for the third-worst record in the league, resulting in both teams receiving a slightly lower chance (13.2% for Portland, 13.3% for Charlotte) to win the top pick. The Detroit Pistons and Washington Wizards, who finished with the two worst records, each have a 14% chance. The NBA Draft is scheduled to take place on June 27th.
Cody Williams, the younger brother of Oklahoma City Thunder’s Jalen Williams, has declared for the NBA draft and is projected as a lottery pick. The 6-foot-8 forward earned Pac-12 All-Freshman Team honors this season. Williams, considered a high-ceiling prospect due to his size and versatility, is likely to be a top-10 pick. His strong performance this season helped elevate Colorado to the NCAA Tournament. Colorado will face challenges filling the void left by Williams’ departure, but they have a promising prospect in incoming recruit, Andrew Crawford.
