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NBA 2023 Draft: First Round
1. San Antonio Spurs: Victor Wembanyama, C, France
2. Charlotte Hornets: Brandon Miller, F, Alabama
3. Portland Trail Blazers: Scoot Henderson, G, G League Ignite
4. Houston Rockets: Amen Thompson, G, Overtime Elite
5. Detroit Pistons: Ausar Thompson, G/F, Overtime Elite
6. Orlando Magic: Anthony Black, G, Arkansas
7. Washington Wizards (via the Indiana Pacers): Bilal Coulibaly, F, France
8. Indiana Pacers (via the Washington Wizards): Jarace Walker, F, Houston
9. Utah Jazz: Taylor Hendricks, F, UCF
10. Oklahoma City Thunder (via the Dallas Mavericks): Cason Wallace, G, Kentucky
11. Orlando Magic (via the Chicago Bulls): Jett Howard, G, Michigan
12. Dallas Mavericks (via the Oklahoma City Thunder): Dereck Lively II, C, Duke
13. Toronto Raptors: Gradey Dick, G, Kansas
14. New Orleans Pelicans: Jordan Hawkins, G, UConn
15. Atlanta Hawks: Kobe Bufkin, G, Michigan
16. Utah Jazz (via the Minnesota Timberwolves): Keyonte George, G, Baylor
17. Los Angeles Lakers: Jalen Hood-Schifino, G, Indiana
18. Miami Heat: Jaime Jaquez Jr, F, UCLA
19. Golden State Warriors: Brandin Podziemski, G, Santa Clara
20. Houston Rockets (via the Los Angeles Clippers): Cam Whitmore, F, Villanova
21. Brooklyn Nets (via the Phoenix Suns): Noah Clowney, F, Alabama
22. Brooklyn Nets: Dariq Whitehead, G, Duke
23. Portland Trail Blazers (via the New York Knicks): Kris Murray, F, Iowa
24. Dallas Mavericks (via the Sacramento Kings): Olivier-Maxence Prosper, F, Marquette
25. Detroit Pistons (via the Boston Celtics): Marcus Sasser, G, Houston
26. Indiana Pacers (via the Cleveland Cavaliers): Ben Sheppard, F, Belmont
27. Charlotte Hornets (via the Denver Nuggets, essentially): Nick Smith Jr, G, Alabama
28. Utah Jazz (via the Philadelphia 76ers): Brice Sensabaugh, F, Ohio State
29. Denver Nuggets (via the Indiana Pacers): Julian Strawther, F, Gonzaga
30. Los Angeles Clippers (via the Milwaukee Bucks): Kobe Brown, F, Missouri
The Los Angeles Clippers select Kobe Brown with the 30th pick
With the 30th pick, marking the end of the first round, the Los Angeles Clippers choose Missouri forward Kobe Brown. It seems that Los Angeles will see another Kobe playing NBA basketball.
The Indiana Pacers select Julian Strawther with the 29th pick (for the Denver Nuggets)
The Indiana Pacers trade the 29th pick to the Denver Nuggets and, on their behalf, select Gonzaga forward Julian Strawther.
The Utah Jazz select Brice Sensabaugh with the 28th pick
At the 28th pick, received via the Philadelphia 76ers, the Utah Jazz opt for Ohio State forward Brice Sensabaugh.
Additionally, the Boston Celtics have traded out of the first round with the mentioned selection. Has Brad Stevens swapped bodies with Bill Belichick?
Some housekeeping: the details of the earlier Dallas Mavericks trade have been revealed, clarifying the trade exception created prior.
The Kings have traded Richaun Holmes and the draft rights to Olivier-Maxence Prosper to the Mavericks. Dallas will absorb Holmes’ contract using the TPE created by trading Davis Bertans to OKC.
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The Charlotte Hornets select Nick Smith Jr with the 27th pick
The Charlotte Hornets, now picking at 27th, a pick obtained from the Denver Nuggets, select Arkansas guard Nick Smith Jr. Smith Jr. is an elusive scorer with occasional inconsistency. He embodies a late first-round gamble, but such risks often pay off.
Updated at 04.01 BST
The Indiana Pacers select Ben Sheppard with the 26th pick
With the 26th pick, obtained from the Cleveland Cavaliers, the Indiana Pacers choose Belmont forward Ben Sheppard.
The Detroit Pistons trade for the 25th pick
The Memphis Grizzlies select Marcus Sasser with the 25th pick for the Detroit Pistons. However, the Boston Celtics have traded the 25th pick, received from the Grizzlies, to the Pistons. On their behalf, the Grizzlies select Houston guard Marcus Sasser.
As a Boston Celtics fan, albeit disgruntled since the Smart trade, I secretly hope they choose Arkansas guard Nick Smith Jr., who is a slightly risky selection but likely the best talent still available at No. 25.
Theoretically, the Memphis Grizzlies hold the 25th pick, but they will be trading it to the Boston Celtics in the Marcus Smart trade.
The Sacramento Kings trade the 24th pick
The Sacramento Kings select Marquette forward Olivier-Maxence Prosper at No. 23 on behalf of the Dallas Mavericks. A trade has occurred late in the first round!
Updated at 04.01 BST
Speaking of the Sacramento Kings, they are up next with the No. 24 pick. It’s unfortunate that we won’t see brothers playing on the same team!
The Portland Trail Blazers select Kris Murray with the 23rd pick
At No. 23, the Portland Trail Blazers select Iowa forward Kris Murray. It seems we’ll witness sibling rivalry games in the Western Conference as his brother Keegan Murray plays for the Sacramento Kings.
Updated at 03.40 BST
Next on the clock are the Portland Trail Blazers, with a pick received from the New York Knicks.
I just realized that this means we won’t be experiencing Knicks fans booing their team’s first-round pick this time, which is typically an amusing aspect of the NBA Draft in New York.
The Brooklyn Nets select Dariq Whitehead with the 22nd pick
At No. 22, the Nets choose Duke guard Dariq Whitehead, who is not present at the event. Thus, I don’t feel too guilty for not providing information about him.
Deja vu! The Brooklyn Nets are on the clock once more, this time with their own 22nd pick.
The Brooklyn Nets select Noah Clowney with the 21st pick
With the 21st pick, the Nets opt for Alabama forward Noah Clowney, known for his versatile defense and streaky three-point shooting. He is considered a promising project.
Next up, the Brooklyn Nets will be choosing 21st, a pick obtained from the Phoenix Suns.
The Houston Rockets select Cam Whitmore with the 20th pick
Villanova forward Whitmore’s stock initially rose after an impressive pro day performance, showcasing hints of future stardom. Whitmore possesses innate athleticism that cannot be taught and is often unstoppable at the rim. His development as an all-around player remains uncertain, but if he manages to grow, he could potentially be a steal.
Updated at 03.38 BST
Rumors suggest that the Rockets, pleased with their first pick of Amen Thompson, may take advantage of Cam Whitmore’s slide by selecting him here. If this is true, it would cap off a successful first round for the Rockets. Despite possible concerns surrounding Whitmore, the pick is worth the risk at this stage.
And now, one of my favorite traditions: the ESPN broadcast draft fashion montage. This time, set to the music of James Brown, whose tunes make everything better.
Next up, the Houston Rockets will be using their No. 20 pick, acquired from the Los Angeles Clippers.
The Golden State Warriors select Brandin Podziemski with the 19th pick
At No. 19, the Warriors choose Santa Clara guard Brandin Podziemski.
I have a strong feeling that this player will be a fantastic addition to the Miami Heat. Some things are simply meant to be.
Up next are the Golden State Warriors, who recently acquired Chris Paul and will make the 19th pick.
The Miami Heat select Jamie Jaquez Jr with the 18th pick
To our surprise, at No. 18, the Eastern Conference champion Miami Heat select UCLA forward Jaime Jaquez Jr.
Updated at 03.13 BST
The player slipping down the draft board this time is Villanova forward Cam Whitmore. There are whispers on Twitter of potential injury concerns. Could the Miami Heat choose Whitmore with the 18th pick? Let’s find out!
The Los Angeles Lakers select Jalen Hood-Schifino with the 17th pick
At No. 17, the Lakers pick Indiana guard Jalen Hood-Schifino.
The hope for Jalen Hood-Schifino, a combo point guard and shooting guard, is that he can refine his skills and become a consistent player.
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