The 2024 NBA draft was the second in a row in which the top selection came from France. In fact, two Frenchmen, Zaccharie Risacher and Alex Sarr, went No. 1 and No. 2, respectively, just one season after generational talent Victor Wembanyama was taken first by the Spurs.
Two other French natives were picked in the first round, with the Charlotte Hornets taking Tidjane Salaun with the sixth pick and the New York Knicks taking Pacome Dadiet at 25.
One of the other storylines last night was the Bronny James question. LeBron’s son was not selected in the first round and will have to wait at least one more night before he hears his name called. The Southern Cal product disappointed in his freshman year, averaging only 4.8 points, 2.8 rebounds and 2.1 assists over 19.4 minutes per game. But he has clear potential, and teams could position themselves as (unlikely) landing spots for his famous father.
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