2023 NBA Draft Recap: Reviewing the top picks and their rookie seasons

Looking back at the 2023 NBA Draft and how did the top picks fare in their rookie year; a detailed review of their performances.

Nikhil Lilani
Written by Nikhil Lilani , Senior Quality Analyst
Updated on Feb 28, 2024 | 11:04 AM IST | 169K
Image Courtesy: Twitter
Image Courtesy: Twitter

 

On June 22, 2023, the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York, hosted the 2023 NBA Draft.

Unlike the usual 60, only 58 picks constituted the draft due to the Philadelphia 76ers and Chicago Bulls losing a second-round pick.

The San Antonio Spurs chose Victor Wembanyama as the 1st overall. The Charlotte Hornets elected Brandon Miller as the 2nd overall.

The 6th overall pick saw Anthony Black join the Orlando Magic, and the Indiana Pacers selected Bilal Coulibaly 7th overall, who was then traded to the Washington Wizards.

 


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Here's a summary of the top selections and their inaugural seasons:

Victor Wembanyama (San Antonio Spurs)

Wembanyama, as the No. 1 overall pick, has been meeting expectations spectacularly. He exhibits stunning abilities and is labeled as a generational talent.

Wembanyama created NBA history by becoming the initial player to score 30 points and block 7 shots in less than 30 minutes.

In this match, he logged 30 points, 6 rebounds, 6 assists, and 7 blocks, highlighting his diversified skills and influence on both sides of the court.

 

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