The 2024 NBA Draft’s first round has come to a close, leaving fans on the edge of their seats with much anticipation and excitement. French prospects Zaccharie Risacher & Alex Sarr were drafted as the top two picks, as expected. However, the rest of the evening saw many unexpected surprises and twists that kept everyone guessing.
Krysten Peek, in the company of Yahoo Sports NBA contributor Tom Haberstroh and Portland Trail Blazers TV analyst Lamar Hurd, reviewed the draft highlights in a post-draft show. Among their biggest surprises was the selection of Purdue center Zach Edey by the Memphis Grizzlies with the ninth overall pick, a choice that caught many off guard.
The trio also discussed the night’s major storylines, such as the dominance of French players in the draft and the continued rise of international players in the NBA. This trend, known as the “Wemby Wave,” shows no signs of slowing down and is reshaping the landscape of the league.
Looking ahead to tomorrow’s second round of the draft on Thursday, Krysten, Tom, and Lamar speculated on potential outcomes, including whether Bronny James will be drafted by the Los Angeles Lakers. The episode wrapped up with a discussion about what promises to be an exciting rookie class of 2025.
The NBA Draft has always been full of surprises and twists that keep fans on their toes throughout each round. With this year’s first round coming to a close, it is clear that this year is no different. As we look forward to tomorrow’s second round, it will be interesting to see how much more excitement awaits us!
