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2014 NBA Lottery Picks in Desperate Need of Bounce-Back Sophomore Seasons

The 2014 NBA draft was one of the most heralded in recent memory. Phenoms Andrew Wiggins, Jabari Parker and Joel Embiid packed insane potential at the top, but the lottery was littered with depth.

From Oklahoma State standout Marcus Smart to proven collegiate commodities like Doug McDermott, intrigue lined the draft's first 14 picks.

However, as is generally the case, several high-profile lottery selections failed to live up to expectations during their rookie years.

Whether struggles were precipitated by injuries, schematic unfamiliarity or slow adjustments to the professional game, a handful of celebrated prospects faltered.