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- The 2024 NBA Draft will be held over two nights, a first for the event.
- Los Angeles Lakers to select 17th and 55th overall in the draft.
- First round airs June 26 and second round on June 27, with broadcasts on ABC and ESPN.
- Bronny James, son of LeBron James, is considered a potential second-round pick.
2024 NBA Draft Expands to Two-Night Event
The NBA is set to host its annual draft over two consecutive nights for the first time, starting with the first round on June 26 and the second round on June 27, 2024.
This change mirrors the NFL Draft’s successful multi-night format and will feature broadcasts on ABC and ESPN, offering viewers a variety of analyst teams and announcers. The Los Angeles Lakers, holding the 17th and 55th overall picks, could potentially add two new players to their roster. They also have the option to trade their picks as part of their strategy to contend for the championship in the upcoming season.
While the 2024 draft class lacks a standout prospect like Victor Wembanyama from the previous year, it still boasts notable talents such as international players Alex Sarr, Zaccharie Risacher, and Nikola Topic, alongside UConn’s Stephon Castle and Kentucky’s Reed Sheppard. Bronny James, despite being a projected second-round pick, is one of the most talked-about names due to his father’s legacy in the sport.
The Lakers are looking to build on their previous draft choices and improve their lineup, with the New Orleans Pelicans deferring the pick owed to them, allowing the Lakers to retain their first-round selection. Fans and analysts alike are eager to see how the two-day draft event will unfold and which players will make the cut to join the ranks of the NBA.
Image Credits
- Getty Images: Photo of the NBA Draft logo.
