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NBA Draft 2024: Results, grades, picks for Round 1 as Zaccharie Risacher goes No. 1 overall to Atlanta

Risacher is the second straight French player to go No. 1 overall

While there was not a runaway No. 1 pick heading into the 2024 NBA Draft, France was on the marquee for the second consecutive year. After Victor Wembanyama was the prize of the 2023 NBA Draft, four French players — led by No. 1 overall pick Zaccharie Risacher to Atlanta and followed by Alex Sarr to the Wizards at No. 2 — were selected on the first night of the NBA Draft.

College stars like Kentucky's Reed Sheppard (No. 3, Rockets), UConn's Donovan Clingan (No. 7, Trail Blazers), and Purdue's Zach Edey (No. 9, Memphis) all had their names called early. While there weren't many surprises in Round 1, Tennessee star and SEC Player of the Year Dalton Knecht went 17th overall to the Los Angeles Lakers.

You can check out analysis for all 30 first-round picks here. For the first time, the NBA Draft will be spread over two days, with the second round set for 4 p.m. ET Thursday.

  • When: Thursday

  • Time: 4 p.m. ET

  • Location: New York

  • TV: ABC, ESPN

  • Stream: Fubo, ESPN+

Click here for the full 2024 NBA Draft order and results and stay with Yahoo Sports for full analysis on all 58 picks in this year's NBA Draft.

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    Lakers select Bronny James with 55th pick in NBA Draft

    LeBron "Bronny" James Jr. is taking his talents to … Los Angeles, as many expected.

    James, the son of NBA superstar LeBron James, was drafted by his father's Lakers with the 55th overall pick pick in the 2024 NBA Draft on Thursday, after going unselected in the first round.

    The 6-foot-3 guard out of the University of Southern California has been a major talking point in this draft. While a lot of the hype may come from his last name, his game has steadily developed over the years to prepare him for this moment.

  • Undrafted center PJ Hall signs with the Denver Nuggets

    In the first bit of post-draft action, Clemson center PJ Hall, who went undrafted, has signed a contract with the Denver Nuggets, per The Athletic's Shams Charania. Hall was a potential second-rounder, but Denver did not have a pick in the second round.

  • Dallas Mavericks select Ariel Hukporti with 58th and final pick of NBA Draft

    • Pre-Draft Rank: 66

    • School: Germany

    • Height: 6' 11"

    • Weight: 246

  • With the No. 57 pick, the Grizzlies selected Ulrich Chomche and are trading him to Toronto

    Chomche will be a draft-and-stash player with how much development he needs. He has turnover tendencies when getting the ball off the block and will need to get a little more physical in the paint.

    SALY, SENEGAL - MARCH 8: Ulrich Chomche #14 of REG poses for a portrait during the 2023 Basketball Africa League Media Day on March 8, 2023 in Salt, Senegal. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2023 NBAE (Photo by Julien Bacot/NBAE via Getty Images)
  • Knicks take Kevin McCullar with No. 56 pick

    The Kansas guard was unable to participate in any of the combine drills or pre-draft workouts because of a knee injury. He already underwent surgery and told reporters at the combine that there is no structural damage. McCullar was one of the best scoring guards in college basketball and, when fully healthy, can contribute right away.

    WACO, TX - MARCH 02: Kansas Jayhawks guard Kevin McCullar Jr. (15) drives with the ball during the Big 12 college basketball game between Baylor Bears and Kansas Jayhawks on March 2, 2024, at Foster Pavilion in Waco, TX. (Photo by David Buono/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)
    Kansas Jayhawks guard Kevin McCullar Jr. drives with the ball during the Big 12 college basketball game between Baylor Bears and Kansas Jayhawks on March 2, 2024, at Foster Pavilion in Waco, TX. (Photo by David Buono/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)
  • Boston Celtics select Anton Watson with No. 54 pick

    • Draft Grade: B

    • Pre-Draft Rank: 72

    • School: Gonzaga

    • Height: 6' 8"

    • Weight: 228

    The 23-year-old out of Gonzaga was a productive role player at 6-foot-8 over the course of four years. His physicality in the post picked up this past season and he averaged 14.5 points and 7.1 rebounds.

  • The Pistons selected Cam Spencer at No. 53, and are trading him to the Grizzlies

    • Draft Grade: B-

    • Pre-Draft Rank: 59

    • School: Connecticut

    • Height: 6' 4"

    • Weight: 205

    Spencer wasn’t great at the combine and got a little lost during the 5-on-5 scrimmages, but his body of work at UConn speaks for itself. He is an ultra competitor who can eventually be that glue guy on a team or bring some age and experience from a winning culture to a second unit.

    GLENDALE, ARIZONA - APRIL 08:  Cam Spencer #12 and Donovan Clingan #32 of the Connecticut Huskies react to a call during the National College Basketball Championship game against the Purdue Boilermakers at State Farm Stadium on April 08, 2024 in Glendale, Arizona.  (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images)
    Cam Spencer and Donovan Clingan of the Connecticut Huskies react to a call during the National College Basketball Championship game against the Purdue Boilermakers at State Farm Stadium on April 08, 2024 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images)
  • Golden State Warriors select Quinten Post for Oklahoma City Thunder at No. 52

    • Draft Grade: A

    • Pre-Draft Rank: 61

    • School: Boston Coll.

    • Height: 7' 0"

    • Weight: 235

    The Thunder decided to add some size next to Chet Holmgren with the 7-foot center originally from the Netherlands who played four years at Boston College. He runs the floor well and is a great addition playing with or as a backup to Holmgren.

  • Knicks take Melvin Ajinca at No. 51, and will ship him to the Mavericks

    • Draft Grade: B

    • Pre-Draft Rank: 55

    • School: France

    • Height: 6' 8"

    • Weight: 218

    Ajinca is a draft-and-stash player out of France but showed promising upside during the LNP Pro A playoffs last month, averaging 11.5 points per game.

  • Indiana Pacers select Enrique Freeman with 50th overall pick

    • Draft Grade: B

    • Pre-Draft Rank: 40

    • School: Akron

    • Height: 6' 7"

    • Weight: 206

    CHICAGO, ILLIONIS, UNITED STATES - MAY 11: Enrique Freeman (27) from Akron during drills the NBA Draft Combine at Wintrust Arena on May 11, 2024, in Chicago, Illinois, United States. (Photo by Jacek Boczarski/Anadolu via Getty Images)
    Enrique Freeman from Akron during drills at the NBA Draft Combine at Wintrust Arena on May 11, 2024, in Chicago, Illinois, United States. (Photo by Jacek Boczarski/Anadolu via Getty Images)

    One of the best stories in college basketball, Freeman went from being a walk-on at Akron to a starter. He was one of the best players at the Portsmouth Invitational, was invited to the G League combine and then got called up for the NBA Draft Combine. His strength when he has the ball in the lane, and also how well he moves off the ball, cutting, flashing and slipping screens, makes him an intriguing pick for the Pacers.

  • Dever sends veteran guard Reggie Jackson to Charlotte

    The Denver Nuggets are trading veteran guard Reggie Jackson to the Charlotte Hornets, per ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski. The Nuggets are also sending three unprotected second-round picks to the Hornets, per Wojnarowski, but it is not currently clear what Denver is receiving in return.

  • Pacers take Tristen Newton with No. 49 overall pick

    • Draft Grade: B+

    • Pre-Draft Rank: 65

    • School: Connecticut

    • Height: 6' 5"

    • Weight: 195

    Yahoo Sports Commentary

    Newton is a winner and went through hot shooting streaks at UConn this year. He was the best guard on the court during the NCAA championship game against Purdue, and even though he's a little undersized, he makes up for it with his shot creation off the bounce and moves that keeps the defense guessing.

    GLENDALE, ARIZONA - APRIL 08: Tristen Newton #2 of the Connecticut Huskies dribbles the ball while being guarded by Myles Colvin #5 of the Purdue Boilermakers in the second half during the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament National Championship game at State Farm Stadium on April 08, 2024 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)
  • San Antonio Spurs select Harrison Ingram at No. 48

    • Draft Grade: A-

    • Pre-Draft Rank: 46

    • School: N. Carolina

    • Height: 6' 7"

    • Weight: 225

    Ingram was the glue guy for North Carolina during his junior season and showed significant improvement from his first two seasons at Stanford. He can step out and knock down 3s or play inside during small-ball lineups. The Spurs adding Ingram to the rebuild is huge for some supplementary size alongside Victor Wembanyama or an option on the wing.

  • With the No. 47 overall pick, the Orlando Magic selected Antonio Reeves out of Kentucky

    • Draft Grade: A

    • Pre-Draft Rank: 63

    • School: Kentucky

    • Height: 6' 6"

    • Weight: 195

    Reeves is a bucket-getter and was the leader on a Kentucky team that was loaded with a ton of young talent. He's clutch in high-pressure situations (averaging 45% from 3-point range) and even though he's 23, Reeves has found ways to improve and add to his game every year.

    PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - MARCH 21: Antonio Reeves #12 of the Kentucky Wildcats shoots a three pointer against the Oakland Golden Grizzlies during the second half in the first round of the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at PPG PAINTS Arena on March 21, 2024 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Joe Sargent/Getty Images)
    Antonio Reeves shoots a 3-pointer against the Oakland Golden Grizzlies during the second half in the first round of the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at PPG PAINTS Arena on March 21, 2024 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Joe Sargent/Getty Images)
  • Orlando Magic sending No. 47 to New Orleans

    The Orlando Magic are trading pick No. 47 to the New Orleans Pelicans, per multiple reports. In return, the Magic are receiving two future pick swaps — 2030 and 2031 — per ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski. The Pelicans took Kentucky guard Antonio Reeves with the pick.

  • LA Clippers select Cameron Christie with 46th pick

    • Draft Grade: B+

    • Pre-Draft Rank: 34

    • School: Minnesota

    • Height: 6' 6"

    • Weight: 190

    Christie was receiving late first-round buzz during the pre-draft process but he fell to the second round due to his inconsistency during the season and limitations as a playmaker. He shot 39% from 3 and has upside as a perimeter shooter but will need some time to develop.

  • Jamal Shead goes No. 45 overall to Sacramento, with a proposed trade on the table to send him to Toronto

    • Draft Grade: A

    • Pre-Draft Rank: 43

    • School: Houston

    • Height: 6' 1"

    • Weight: 200

    Shead is one of the toughest guards in this draft class and was the floor general for four very successful years at Houston. He can pick up full court on defense and be a menace on ball screens, fighting through everything. At the draft combine, he wasn't 100% healthy yet, coming back from an ankle injury, but was still the best point guard on the court during 5-on-5 scrimmages. He has all the tools to have a very long NBA career as a primary guard.

    DALLAS, TEXAS - MARCH 29:  Jamal Shead #1 of the Houston Cougars drives to the basket as Mark Mitchell #25 of the Duke Blue Devils defends during the 1st half of the Sweet 16 round of the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at American Airlines Center on March 29, 2024 in Dallas, Texas. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)
    Jamal Shead drives to the basket as Duke's Mark Mitchell defends during the first half of the Sweet 16 round of the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at American Airlines Center on March 29, 2024 in Dallas, Texas. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)
  • Houston Rockets select Pelle Larsson at No. 44

    • Draft Grade: B

    • Pre-Draft Rank: 58

    • School: Arizona

    • Height: 6' 6"

    • Weight: 215

    Larsson is a four-year college player who contributed at a high level offensively, averaging 20.1 points at Arizona. His passing rate isn't great, dishing out under two assists per game, but his size at 6-foot-6 and shooting potential translates well for the Heat.

  • Miami Heat trade No. 43 to Atlanta

    The Miami Heat and Atlanta Hawks are flipping the No. 43 and No. 44 picks, per multiple reports. The Heat used No. 43 to select Nikola Djurisic on behalf of the Hawks, and will receive cash from Atlanta in the deal.

  • The Miami Heat select Nikola Djurisic with the No. 43 overall pick, and he's headed to Atlanta

    • Draft Grade: B

    • Pre-Draft Rank: 38

    • School: Belgium

    • Height: 6' 7"

    • Weight: 209

    Durisic tested the NBA waters last year during the pre-draft process and took the feedback from NBA teams seriously, improving his shot selection and finish around the rim. He's still a bit turnover prone (3.2 per game) but he finds creative ways to score and has solid size at the guard position at 6-foot-7.

  • Charlotte Hornets select KJ Simpson at No. 42

    • Draft Grade: B+

    • Pre-Draft Rank: 45

    • School: Colorado

    • Height: 6' 2"

    • Weight: 189

    Simpson is a speedy point guard who plays bigger than his 6-foot-2 frame. He's tough in the lane, has improved his 3-point jumper and is a guy who can come in right away and can lead the second unit. He's a little undersized and the Hornets have invested in a lot of guards in the last two drafts, but he's so tough and a hard worker who can be a backup point guard to LaMelo Ball.

  • With the 41st pick, the 76ers select Adem Bona

    • Draft Grade: A

    • Pre-Draft Rank: 52

    • School: UCLA

    • Height: 6' 10"

    • Weight: 245

    Bona showed more promise as a pick-and-roll big during the 5-on-5 scrimmages at the combine but still needs to be a bit more patient defensively. He can come in and play right away alongside Jared McCain in the second unit with his size and strength on the block combined with McCain's outside shooting.

  • No. 40 passes to Phoenix Suns after more trades

    It's been a round-robin kind of night: After starting with the Portland Trailblazers, the No. 40 pick passed to the New York Knicks and finally landed with the Phoenix Suns, per multiple reports. With the pick, the Suns selected Marquette center Osasere "Oso" Ighodaro.

    The Knicks now have the No. 51 and No. 56 picks after the trade with Phoenix.

  • Phoenix Suns select Osasere Ighodaro with 40th overall pick

    • Draft Grade: A

    • Pre-Draft Rank: 57

    • School: Marquette

    • Height: 6' 11"

    • Weight: 235

    Ighodaro played alongside a dynamic point guard in Tyler Kolek at Marquette and has excellent footwork in the pick-and-roll. During pre-draft workouts, teams were most impressed with his passing and how well he holds down the paint against stronger players in the post.

  • Per ESPN's Bob Myers, Bronny James will head to Australia if he's not picked by a team he wants to play for

  • Jaylen Wells heads to Memphis with the 39th overall pick

    • Pre-Draft Rank: 47

    • School: Washington St.

    • Height: 6' 8"

    • Weight: 205

    Wells transferred from a Division II program to Washington State. Even though he’s a bit of a late bloomer, he showed more confidence in Power 5 competition and has upside.

    OMAHA, NEBRASKA - MARCH 23: Jaylen Wells #0 of the Washington State Cougars looks to pass the ball during the second half of the game against the Iowa State Cyclones during the second round of the 2024 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament held at CHI Health Center on March 23, 2024 in Omaha, Nebraska. (Photo by Tyler Schank/NCAA Photos via Getty Images)
    Jaylen Wells of the Washington State Cougars looks to pass the ball during the second half of the game against the Iowa State Cyclones during the second round of the 2024 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament held at CHI Health Center on March 23, 2024 in Omaha, Nebraska. (Photo by Tyler Schank/NCAA Photos via Getty Images)
  • Knicks select Ajay Mitchell at No. 38 (traded to Thunder)

    • Pre-Draft Rank: 51

    • School: UCSB

    • Height: 6' 5"

    • Weight: 190

    Mitchell averaged 20 points while shooting 40% from 3 during his junior year at UC Santa Barbara. He’s a big guard who is solid in the pick-and-roll option.

  • Bobi Klintman goes No. 37 overall

    • Pre-Draft Rank: 30

    • School: Sweden

    • Height: 6' 9"

    • Weight: 212

    Klintman has good size as a pick-and-pop big and improved his decision making and physicality during his one season in Australia’s National Basketball League. He still has room to grow into his frame and has a budding 3-point shot.

    FILE - Wake Forest's Bobi Klintman (34) handles the ball during an NCAA college basketball game in Durham, N.C., on Jan. 31, 2023. (AP Photo/Ben McKeown, File)
    Wake Forest's Bobi Klintman handles the ball during an NCAA college basketball game in Durham, N.C., on Jan. 31, 2023. (AP Photo/Ben McKeown, File)
  • Detroit and Oklahoma City both trade up for No. 37 and No. 38

    It's a double Woj bomb: The Detroit Pistons and the Oklahoma City Thunder are trading up for picks No. 37 and No. 38, per ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski. Per Woknarowski, the Minnesota Timberwolves are trading the No. 37 pick to Detroit after drafting Swedish forward Bobi Klintman.

    Meanwhile, the New York Knicks are sending the No. 38 pick to the Thunder, after selecting Belgian guard Ajay Mitchell.

  • Spurs and Pacers are reportedly trading picks No. 35 and No. 36

    The Indiana Pacers are giving the San Antonio Spurs cash and the No. 36 pick, in return for San Antonio's No. 35 pick, per multiple reports.

    The Spurs took Australian forward Johnny Furphy with No. 35, and the Pacers took Spanish guard Juan Núñez. With the deal, the two will swap.

  • Indiana Pacers select Juan Núñez at No. 36

    Nunez has improved a lot at point guard since the FIBA World Cup last year playing for Spain. He still lacks a second burst when taking players off the dribble and getting downhill, but passes well and has good size for a draft-and-stash point guard.

  • San Antonio Spurs select Johnny Furphy with 35th pick

    Yahoo Sports Commentary

    • Draft Grade: B-

    • Pre-Draft Rank: 25

    • School: Kansas

    • Height: 6' 9"

    • Weight: 202

    Furphy elected to stay in this draft after reportedly turning down a lucrative NIL deal to return to Kansas, leading many to believe he left the combine with a promise in the first round. That wasn't the case, but Furphy is an excellent option with how well he shoots and his added size on the perimeter. Scouts were impressed with his high release and quick twitch jumper but he's a year removed from being impactful in the NBA and needs further development, which could be a reason why he fell to the second round.

  • The Knicks (via the Blazers) select Tyler Kolek at No. 34

    Yahoo Sports Commentary

    • Draft Grade: A

    • Pre-Draft Rank: 24

    • School: Marquette

    • Height: 6' 3"

    • Weight: 195

    The senior has the best assist ratio out of any guard in the draft. He is a smart player who plays to his strengths, finishing on the left side of the rim every chance he can. Expect him to be off the board at 31 to Toronto, a steal for the first team picking in the second round. Kolek can come in right away and contribute with his passing ability and how crafty he is in the lane. He averaged 15.3 points and led all college players in assists with 7.7 per game.

  • Milwaukee Bucks select Tyler Smith at No. 33

    Yahoo Sports Commentary

    • Draft Grade: B+

    • Pre-Draft Rank: 26

    • School: G League Ignite

    • Height: 6' 7"

    • Weight: 215

    Smith improved significantly during his season with the Ignite and has great size with an inside-out game that translates to the NBA. He shot the 3-ball well all season and improved his motor. Still just 19 years old, he's a bit more of a raw prospect but can flourish in the right situation. He can bring some added size alongside Giannis Antetokounmpo and can space the floor as an inside-outside scorer.

    HENDERSON, NEVADA - SEPTEMBER 06: Tyler Smith #11 of G League Ignite saves the ball from going out of bounds in the second half of an NBA G League Fall Invitational game against the Perth Wildcats on September 06, 2023 in Henderson, Nevada. Ignite defeated the Wildcats 124-105. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)
  • Jazz take Duke star Kyle Filipowski with second pick in Round 2

    Yahoo Sports Commentary

    • Draft Grade: A-

    • Pre-Draft Rank: 21

    • School: Duke

    • Height: 7' 0"

    • Weight: 248

    The fact that he fell to the Jazz in the second round is a gift. It gives the Jazz the freedom to play big at times with multiple 7-footers on the court or Filipowski can help anchor the frontcourt with the secondary unit.

  • Jonathan Mogbo heads to the Toronto Raptors with the first pick in the second round

    Yahoo Sports Commentary

    • Draft Grade: A

    • Pre-Draft Rank: 42

    • School: San Francisco

    • Height: 6' 8"

    • Weight: 225

    This is a scouting team win for Toronto recognizing that their star player Scottie Barnes and Mogbo grew up together and work out together during the offseason. Bringing in instant chemistry to slide alongside Barnes is a step in the right direction. Mogbo was a fast riser during the pre-draft process with how well he played during the combine, his work off the pick-and-roll and great touch that extends off the block. He was a walking double-double this past season, averaging 14.2 points and 10.1 rebounds at San Francisco.

    Jan 25, 2024; Spokane, Washington, USA; San Francisco Dons forward Jonathan Mogbo (10) controls the ball against Gonzaga Bulldogs forward Graham Ike (13) in the first half at McCarthey Athletic Center. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-USA TODAY Sports
    Jan 25, 2024; Spokane, Washington, USA; San Francisco Dons forward Jonathan Mogbo (10) controls the ball against Gonzaga Bulldogs forward Graham Ike (13) in the first half at McCarthey Athletic Center. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-USA TODAY Sports
  • Kentavious Caldwell-Pope declines $15.4 million option for free agency

    Kentavious Caldwell-Pope is expected to be one of the most sought-after wings in free agency after declining his player option with the Denver Nuggets. The Orlando Magic and Philadelphia 76ers are expected to be among the teams interested in signing the 11-year veteran.

  • Toronto sends Jalen McDaniels to the Sacramento Kings in a player trade

    The Toronto Raptors and Sacramento Kings participated in a draft-day trade, with Toronto sending six-year forward Jalen McDaniels to Sacramento in exchange for guard Davion Mitchell and forward Sasha Vezenkov, per multiple reports. Neither team exchanged picks in the trade.

  • The Round 2 draft order, ahead of the festivities picking back up in New York

  • Could Bronny James be used as trade bait?

    Several intriguing names are still available for Day 2 of the 2024 NBA Draft, but the biggest storyline will likely be where Bronny James goes.

    The story could be short and simple with the Los Angeles Lakers selecting the 19-year-old at pick No. 55 and eventually playing him with his father, LeBron James. However, the possibility exists for some drama, complications and even pettiness with Bronny getting drafted. Yahoo Sports' Dan Wetzel outlined one of the juicier scenarios in his latest column:

    If Bronny hasn’t been selected Thursday afternoon, wouldn't it make sense if you are the Boston Celtics, sitting at 54, to take him away from the Lakers and demand a 2025 second-round pick (or even a player or more picks) in return? The Lakers are the one franchise that has extra reason to value him, after all.

    Presumably a second-round pick next year is better than the 55th pick in the worst draft in decades. Plus you’d get to hassle your archrival. What’s the risk? This could be “Curb Your Enthusiasm” spite-store-type stuff.

    Imagine Bronny James being a key figure for a new chapter in the vaunted Lakers-Celtics rivalry. "LeBron's son held hostage by NBA champions!" Stay tuned.

  • Houston Rockets receive AJ Griffin from Atlanta

    The Atlanta Hawks are sending forward AJ Griffin to the Houston Rockets, per ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski. In return, the Hawks receive the No. 44 pick in today's draft.

  • Oklahoma City sending Lindy Waters III to Golden State

    In another day-of trade, Oklahoma City is sending forward Lindy Waters III to the Golden State Warriors in exchange for the No. 52 pick, per The Athletic's Shams Charania.

  • Detroit and Minnesota complete trade ahead of the second round

    The first trade of Day 2 of the NBA Draft is here, with the Minnesota Timberwolves reportedly sending guard Wendell Moore Jr. and the No. 37 pick to the Detroit Pistons, per The Athletic's Shams Charania. In exchange, Detroit is giving the Timberwolves the No. 53 pick.

  • The NBA Champion Boston Celtics closed the 1st Round by selecting Baylor Scheierman

    Yahoo Sports Commentary

    • Draft Grade: A

    • Pre-Draft Rank: 32

    • School: Creighton

    • Height: 6' 7"

    • Weight: 205

    Scheierman's shot creation and size as a perimeter player is what shot him inside the first round. He's a four-year player out of Creighton and averaged 18.5 points, 9.0 rebounds and 3.9 assists per game as a senior.

  • The first USC player is off the board -- not Bronny James -- but Isaiah Collier, is headed to the Utah Jazz with the No. 29 pick

    Yahoo Sports Commentary

    • Draft Grade: A-

    • Pre-Draft Rank: 18

    • School: USC

    • Height: 6' 5"

    • Weight: 210

    The fact that Collier fell so far in the draft after entering this past college season as the No. 1 high school recruit is shocking. The biggest gap in his game is his outside jumper and his turnovers during his one year at USC. Where he does excel is in the open court, and he has great body control around the rim. With the spacing and pace of the NBA game, he could be a steal for the Jazz.

  • ACC All-Defense selection Ryan Dunn from Virginia is headed to Phoenix with the No. 28 pick

    Yahoo Sports Commentary

    • Draft Grade: B

    • Pre-Draft Rank: 41

    • School: Virginia

    • Height: 6' 8"

    • Weight: 216

    Dunn was the best perimeter defender in college basketball this season with his length at 6-foot-8 and averaging 2.3 blocks and just under two steals per game during his sophomore season at Virginia. The biggest hole in his game is his 3-point shooting where he made only 20% of his attempts from deep this past season.

  • Illinois' Terrence Shannon Jr. headed to Minnesota

    Yahoo Sports Commentary

    • Draft Grade: A

    • Pre-Draft Rank: 33

    • School: Illinois

    • Height: 6' 6"

    • Weight: 225

    Shannon is a three-level scorer who has improved his 3-point shot over the course of his college career, finishing his senior season at Illinois shooting 36.2% from deep. He's an older, experienced guard at 23 who can come in right away and contribute for Minnesota.

  • The No. 26 pick is Dillon Jones out of Weber State (shoutout Dame Time) and he's headed to Oklahoma City

  • Pacome Dadiet goest to the Knicks at No. 25, the 4th French player taken in Round 1

    Yahoo Sports Commentary

    • Draft Grade: B+

    • Pre-Draft Rank: 22

    • School: France

    • Height: 6' 8"

    • Weight: 210

    Dadiet is one of the youngest players in the draft, still just 18 years old, and will be a draft-and-stash development project for the Knicks. His size and strength at 6-foot-8 along the perimeter is what first stands out when he plays, and he's showing more signs as a poised playmaker off the wing, finishing his season in Germany for Ratiopharm Ulm on a high note.

  • Kyshawn George goes No. 24 overall and is headed to Washington

    Yahoo Sports Commentary

    • Draft Grade: B+

    • Pre-Draft Rank: 11

    • School: Miami (FL)

    • Height: 6' 8"

    • Weight: 205

    George hit a late growth spurt two years ago and shot up from 6-foot-3 to 6-8. He still passes like a point guard but is playing more along the perimeter. His 3-point shot is what's most intriguing, shooting 41% from 3 off the bench during his one year at Miami.