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2023 NBA Draft prospects who could make an instant impact as rookies

The San Antonio Spurs got the crown jewel of the 2023 NBA draft in Victor Wembanyama, the Charlotte Hornets selected Brandon Miller and the Portland Trail Blazers nabbed Scoot Henderson. Will this year’s top three NBA prospects be instant impact players in the league?

USA TODAY Sports predicts NBA rookies who could have immediate impacts in their first season.

Round 1

Pick No. 1

San Antonio Spurs

Victor Wembanyama

Victor Wembanyama is a generational talent and was a no-brainer for the Spurs to pick at No.