Becoming the No. 1 overall pick for a draft class has a distinct prestige to it. After all, when players like Shaquille O’Neal and LeBron James are drafted first overall, there’s a clear pedigree to live up to.
The 2023 NBA Draft is nearly here, and with it, the San Antonio Spurs will — with near-certainty — select Victor Wembanyama No. 1 overall. After all, Spurs Chairman Peter Holt said he nearly fainted with excitement after learning the results of the draft lottery.
With the 2023 NBA Draft nearly upon us, let’s take a look at the most recent No. 1 overall picks in league history, starting in 2000.
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