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Home » Basketball » List of Number 1 Picks in the NBA Draft in the Last Twenty Years

List of Number 1 Picks in the NBA Draft in the Last Twenty Years

Mohamed Rizvi by Mohamed Rizvi
June 24, 2022, 01:19 PM
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LeBron, AD, Zion, Kyrie

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Being the number 1 pick in the NBA Draft isn’t ordinary. The last three best picks were Cade Cunningham, Anthony Edwards & Zion Williamson. Not all of them have had a good run in the NBA from then on. However, in their defense, the league can be pretty demanding. Let’s have a look at the No.1 picks in the draft in the last twenty years.

 

#1 Pick in the NBA Draft Year Team
Cade Cunningham 2021 Detroit Pistons
Anthony Edwards 2020 Minnesota Timberwolves
Zion Williamson 2019 New Orleans Pelicans
Deandre Ayton 2018 Phoenix Suns
Markelle Fultz 2017 Philadelphia 76ers
Ben Simmons 2016 Philadelphia 76ers
Karl Anthony Towns 2015 Minnesota Timberwolves
Andrew Wiggins 2014 Cleveland Cavaliers
Anthony Bennett 2013 Cleveland Cavaliers
Anthony Davis 2012 New Orleans Pelicans
Kyrie Irving 2011 Cleveland Cavaliers
John Wall 2010 Washington Wizards
Blake Griffin 2009 LA Clippers
Derrick Rose 2008 Chicago Bulls
Greg Oden 2007 Portland Trail Blazers
Andrea Bargnani 2006 Toronto Raptors
Andrew Bogut 2005 Milwaukee Bucks
Dwight Howard 2004 Orlando Magic/td>
LeBron James 2003 Cleveland Cavaliers
Yao Ming 2002 Houston Rockets

Due to their individual and collective success, great players are frequently recalled throughout the history of the NBA history. Moreover, as they step foot on a professional court, they leave an impression on the NBA floor that is never forgotten.

In addition to that, many players aim to start strong in their first season. Michael Jordan, Magic Johnson, and LeBron James, three of the game’s best players, all had outstanding rookie seasons for their clubs right after being selected in the NBA Draft. 

Who has been the greatest No.1 pick since 2002?

From the big man Yao Ming to Cade Cunningham, the number 1 picks have gone to many types of players. The honor has gone to players from different positions throughout the years. Although the talents have been unquestionable, who has been the greatest? 

 

The most common one we all know is the great LeBron James. His move to the Cavs has been one of the major turning points in the NBA. The Cavs were a stepping stone towards greatness for LeBron. Similarly, the Bulls were one for Michael Jordan. Jordan turned out to grow an attachment towards the Bulls and got committed to the team more than anyone expected.

Although many have the potential, I think it is safe to say that LeBron has been the greatest no.1 pick. He has gone on to win many accolades and his achievements in the game are one the things that can never be undermined. His game has brought more lovers to the sport and has helped basketball to grow. We can only wait and watch what the future holds for us in terms of happenings in the NBA Draft.

 

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Mohamed Rizvi

Mohamed Rizvi

Mohamed Rizvi is the NBA Content Head at Sportsmanor with more than a year of experience. Rizvi has a knack for finding distinctive angles and draws inspiration from Kobe Bryant and Cristiano Ronaldo.

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