Analysis of NBA draft picks from 2020 to 2024
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 1:05 PM
Last updated Jun 23, 2026
A review of 150 first-round picks from the NBA drafts of 2020 through 2024 reveals that only 46 have made a significant impact on their original teams. Notable players who have contributed include Anthony Edwards, LaMelo Ball, Cade Cunningham, and Stephon Castle. The analysis highlights the disparity in player development, with some players like Franz Wagner and Alperen Şengün showcasing their potential while others, such as Patrick Williams and Kai Jones, have struggled. The findings may influence future draft strategies for teams focusing on higher-impact selections.
- •Reviewed 150 first-round NBA draft picks from 2020-2024.
- •Only 46 made a notable impact on their teams.
- •Highlighted players include Anthony Edwards and LaMelo Ball.
- •Some players have thrived, others have underperformed.
- •Implications for future team draft strategies.
- 1:05 PMYahoo Sports — I just went through every pick from 2020 through 2024. …
"I just went through every pick from 2020 through 2024. …
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