Atlanta, Georgia – The 2024 NBA Draft is set to be a night of anticipation and surprises as basketball fans eagerly await to see which young talents will be selected by the NBA teams. While the French star Victor Wembanyama is a standout prospect, this year’s draft differs from the previous edition in many aspects.

The Atlanta Hawks hold the first overall pick for the first time since 1975, when they selected Hall of Famer David Thompson. However, Thompson opted to sign with the ABA’s Denver Nuggets instead. This year, the top players, including international prospects Zaccharie Risacher and Alex Sarr from France, as well as college standouts Reed Sheppard and Stephon Castle, are in contention for the top spots in a draft without a clear-cut number one prospect.

One intriguing storyline surrounding the draft is the potential selection of Bronny James, the son of NBA legend LeBron James. Speculations have been circulating about whether Bronny will be chosen in the draft and potentially play alongside his father in the NBA. However, LeBron’s agent has clarified that the two are not a package deal, adding an element of unpredictability to the draft.

For the first time, the NBA Draft will span over two days, with the first round taking place on Wednesday night and the second round following on Thursday, June 27th at 4 p.m. ET. The draft order is eagerly anticipated, with fans eager to see how each team’s selections will shape their future roster.

As the excitement builds for the 2024 NBA Draft, basketball enthusiasts can look forward to a showcase of emerging talents, potential trades, and unexpected draft picks. Stay tuned for more updates and analysis as the draft unfolds, providing insight into the future of the league and the next generation of NBA stars.