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FIRST ROUND
1. New Orleans: Zion Williamson, F, Duke: As expected, Williamson becomes the third Duke player to be picked first overall, joining Elton Brand and Kyrie Irving. The new face of the Pelicans, Williamson is known for being a good teammate.
2. Memphis: Ja Morant, PG, Murray State: Morant came out of nowhere to become the best passer in college basketball last season. He led the country in turnovers, but Morant is an 80 percent free throw shooter.
3. New York: R.