Thompson can also drive into the paint with his explosiveness and is tough to defend on fastbreak opportunities. But in the playoffs, Thompson turned it up a notch with 9.2 assists per game. He has a great feel for the game and finding open guys, averaging 6.8 assists last season. One half of the Thompson twins, Amen Thompson has insane size (6-foot-7) for someone so skilled with ballhandling and court vision. 4 Houston Rockets, Amen Thompson, Overtime Elite Another explosive guard may be what Damian Lillard needs to make the Trail Blazers a contender, as the backcourt becomes one of the most exciting in the league. He averaged 16.1 points per game last season, and his midrange shooting is some of the best in the class. The first player to sign with the G League Ignite for two seasons, Henderson is explosive with the ball and can shake off defenders at will. If it weren’t for Wembanyama, Henderson had all the capabilities of being the first overall pick. 3 Portland Trail Blazers, Scoot Henderson, G League Ignite When Miller gets hot, it’s tough to stop, and he’ll complement LaMelo Bell well by playing on the wing. Miller has the size to be disrupter on defense, but what’s going to be the key to his success is having a consistent shot. Miller was a clear NBA talent in his lone season with the Crimson Tide, averaging 18.8 and 8.2 rebounds per game, while also showing some range from beyond the arc. The national freshman of the year brings length to Charlotte, and becomes another exciting young piece for the Hornets. 2 Charlotte Hornets, Brandon Miller, Alabama At 7-foot-4, his athleticism, shot making and defensive prowess is something few have seen in the NBA, and executives believe it won’t be long before he’s one of the best players in the league. He dominated the court while playing in France’s top professional level, leading the league in points per game (21.6), rebounds (10.4) and blocks (3.0). To no surprise, the French phenom is selected with the first overall pick, instantly making the San Antonio Spurs must-watch television. 1 San Antonio Spurs, Victor Wembanyama, Metropolitans 92 Wembanyama should rejuvenate a franchise that won four NBA titles from 1999-2014 and that has a history of turning international players into stars and champions. The 7-foot, 4-inch phenom is on his way to play for Hall of Fame coach Gregg Popovich. Whoever won the draft lottery had Wembanyama No. There was no suspense or subterfuge involving the pick. The Spurs took France center and generational prospect Victor Wembanyama with the top overall pick.
The San Antonio Spurs have had little to think about since they won the NBA draft lottery in May.
The highly anticipated 2023 NBA draft is complete.
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