Making the first pick of the NBA draft is a double-edged sword. For some franchises, it can change their entire trajectory. Just ask the Orlando Magic, who made the NBA Finals after taking superstar centers Shaquille O’Neal and Dwight Howard at the first spot in the 1992 and 2004 drafts, respectively. Conversely, the wrong choice can lead to wasted seasons, rife with roster upheaval and organizational chaos. The Portland Trail Blazers would jump at the chance to re-do taking center Greg Oden over one of the best scorers of all time in forward Kevin Durant in the 2007 draft.
Hawks have the primary decision in NBA Draft
