How to spot a GOOD NBA Draft

#nba This year's NBA draft features standout prospects like Cooper Flagg, the unanimous #1 pick, who has been a top talent since high school. At 15, he excelled in the FIBA U17 World Cup, and later held his own against NBA stars on the US national select team. Flagg dominated at Duke, winning multiple awards and proving NBA-ready. In contrast, last year's #1 pick, Zach Risacher, showed potential but wasn't as polished, coming off the bench in France’s league. Dylon Harper, the consensus #2 pick, chose Rutgers over elite programs, valuing family ties and building a legacy. Despite Rutgers’ struggles, Harper’s stock remained high, while teammate Ace Bailey slipped in projections. The 2000 draft is considered the weakest, with Kenyon Martin as its best player. In contrast, 1996 stands as the greatest class, featuring Hall of Famers like Allen Iverson, Kobe Bryant, and Steve Nash. The 2018 class (Luka, Shai, Trae) has potential but hasn’t surpassed 1996 yet. This year’s draft, with Flagg leading, promises more star power than recent years.