The top prospects in the NBA's 2013 draft include Nerlens Noel of Kentucky, Victor Oladipo of Indiana, Otto Porter of Georgetown, Alex Len of Maryland, Ben McLemore of Kansas, Trey Burke (front row C) of Michigan, Anthony Bennett of UNLV and Michael Carter-Williams of Syracuse.
The NBA draft provides a unique stage for the league`s newest talents to make a statement, not just with their skills but also with their style. From sharp, tailored suits to flashy accessories, the choices made on draft night under the bright lights of Barclays Center are often memorable.
The individual who holds the distinction of being the No. 1 overall pick is always under the most intense scrutiny, setting the fashion tone for their draft class. Over the past two decades, we`ve witnessed a significant evolution in the sartorial choices of these top selections. Let`s take a look back at the draft night looks from every No. 1 pick since the year 2000.
Zaccharie Risacher
Year: 2024
Team: Atlanta Hawks
Zaccharie Risacher poses after being selected No. 1 overall in the 2024 NBA draft.
Victor Wembanyama
Year: 2023
Team: San Antonio Spurs
Victor Wembanyama poses after being selected No. 1 overall in the 2023 NBA draft.
Paolo Banchero
Year: 2022
Team: Orlando Magic
Paolo Banchero poses after being selected No. 1 overall in the 2022 NBA draft.
Cade Cunningham
Year: 2021
Team: Detroit Pistons
Cade Cunningham poses after being selected No. 1 overall in the 2021 NBA draft.
Anthony Edwards
Year: 2020
Team: Minnesota Timberwolves
Anthony Edwards poses after being selected No. 1 overall in the 2020 NBA draft.
Zion Williamson
Year: 2019
Team: New Orleans Pelicans
Zion Williamson poses after being selected No. 1 overall in the 2019 NBA draft.
Deandre Ayton
Year: 2018
Team: Phoenix Suns
Deandre Ayton poses after being selected No. 1 overall in the 2018 NBA draft.
Markelle Fultz
Year: 2017
Team: Philadelphia 76ers
Markelle Fultz poses after being selected No. 1 overall in the 2017 NBA draft.
Ben Simmons
Year: 2016
Team: Philadelphia 76ers
Ben Simmons poses after being selected No. 1 overall in the 2016 NBA draft.
Karl-Anthony Towns
Year: 2015
Team: Minnesota Timberwolves
Karl-Anthony Towns poses after being selected No. 1 overall in the 2015 NBA draft.
Andrew Wiggins
Year: 2014
Team: Cleveland Cavaliers
Andrew Wiggins poses after being selected No. 1 overall in the 2014 NBA draft.
Anthony Bennett
Year: 2013
Team: Cleveland Cavaliers
Anthony Bennett poses after being selected No. 1 overall in the 2013 NBA draft.
Anthony Davis
Year: 2012
Team: New Orleans Pelicans
Anthony Davis shakes hands with then NBA commissioner David Stern after being selected No. 1 overall by the New Orleans Hornets during the 2012 NBA draft.
Kyrie Irving
Year: 2011
Team: Cleveland Cavaliers
Kyrie Irving shakes hands with then NBA commissioner David Stern after being selected No. 1 overall by the Cleveland Cavaliers during the 2011 NBA draft.
John Wall
Year: 2010
Team: Washington Wizards
John Wall poses for a portrait during the 2010 NBA draft after being selected No. 1 by the Washington Wizards.
Blake Griffin
Year: 2009
Team: LA Clippers
Blake Griffin shakes hands with then NBA commissioner David Stern after being selected first by the Los Angeles Clippers during the 2009 NBA draft.
Derrick Rose
Year: 2008
Team: Chicago Bulls
Derrick Rose shakes hands with then-NBA commissioner David Stern after being selected No. 1 overall by the Chicago Bulls in 2008.
Greg Oden
Year: 2007
Team: Portland Trail Blazers
Greg Oden, selected first overall by the Portland Trail Blazers, is seen during the 2007 NBA draft.
Andrea Bargnani
Year: 2006
Team: Toronto Raptors
Andrea Bargnani poses after being selected No. 1 overall by the Toronto Raptors in the 2006 NBA draft.
Andrew Bogut
Year: 2005
Team: Milwaukee Bucks
Andrew Bogut walks across the stage as he is drafted by the Milwaukee Bucks during the 2005 NBA draft.
Dwight Howard
Year: 2004
Team: Orlando Magic
Dwight Howard poses after being selected No. 1 overall by the Orlando Magic in the 2004 NBA draft.
LeBron James
Year: 2003
Team: Cleveland Cavaliers
LeBron James poses with his jersey after being selected No. 1 overall by the Cleveland Cavaliers in 2003.
Yao Ming
Year: 2002
Team: Houston Rockets
Yao Ming after being chosen first overall in the 2002 NBA draft by the Houston Rockets.
Kwame Brown
Year: 2001
Team: Washington Wizards
Kwame Brown after being the first pick of the NBA draft by the Washington Wizards in 2001.
Kenyon Martin
Year: 2000
Team: New Jersey Nets
Kenyon Martin`s outfit when selected No. 1 overall by the New Jersey Nets in the 2000 NBA draft.
Marcus Prine is a rising star in sports journalism from Liverpool. Over 5 years, he has established himself as an expert in football and NBA coverage. His match reports are characterized by emotional depth and attention to detail.
