The long-awaited 2024 NBA Draft is finally here, with a two-night selection process that begins with Round 1 on Wednesday. The Atlanta Hawks, after winning the draft lottery in May, have secured the No. 1 pick and are expected to keep it. However, the rest of Round 1 could see numerous trades happening due to the uncertainty surrounding this year’s draft class and the lack of a clear No. 1 prospect.
The Rockets, Suns, and Spurs have been identified as potential trade partners on draft night, increasing the likelihood of trades happening throughout the evening. The New York Knicks have already made a significant move by acquiring Mikal Bridges from the Brooklyn Nets before the draft. Despite this trade, none of the five first-round picks acquired by the Nets are in this year’s draft.
Rumors are circulating about other star players potentially changing teams this week, including Trae Young, Dejounte Murray, Donovan Mitchell, Darius Garland, Brandon Ingram, and Lauri Markkanen. As we progress through the night’s events, we will keep track of every trade that occurs in our tracker below. So make sure to check back frequently to stay updated on which picks and possibly which All-Stars change hands in this year’s draft.
It is certain that there will be many exciting moments during tonight’s two-night selection process as teams make their selections for next season’s roster. With so much uncertainty surrounding this year’s draft class and rumors about star players changing teams all over town it promises to be an unforgettable night for NBA fans everywhere!
