As the NBA playoffs reach the conference finals, attention for those teams with their noses pressed against the glass are already thinking about next season. The NBA Draft is right around the corner. Front offices across the NBA are buzzing with excitement and nerves, while young prospects search for apartments in their preferred franchise city.
Here are all the need-to-know basics ahead of the draft.
When is the 2023 NBA Draft and what time does it start?
This year’s NBA Draft will be held on Thursday, June 22.
It all kicks off at 8pm ET, and both Round 1 and Round 2 will take place on the same night.
Where is the Draft held this year?
This year’s draft will be held at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York.
Where can I watch it?
Round 1 will air on ABC, while Rounds 1 and 2 will both be shown on ESPN.
Who has the No. 1 overall pick?
Following this week’s Draft Lottery, the San Antonio Spurs were the lucky winners and receive the No. 1 overall pick. It is their highest pick in the NBA Draft for 23 years.
19-year-old French center Victor Wembanyama is widely touted to be selected first overall. He currently plays for Metropolitans 92 in the French LNB.
What does the rest of the Draft Order look like?
The Draft Lottery took care of the first 14 places. Here’s how it shakes up:
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The Playbook’s 2023 NBA Draft Guide
Keep your eyes peeled for our upcoming Draft Guide, complete with:
- Team requirements
- Player profiles
- Offical NCAA LiveStats data
- Illuminating graphics
- Superstars-in-the-making
