Some front-office executives take risks, while others target high-floor prospects to fill needs. Regardless, every team misses on a top pick at some point.
As April's 2020 draft approaches, we've taken a look back at the last decade's worst first-round draft picks from each franchise.
We've based the selections on production—specifically how much (or little) that player contributed to his first team—though, career longevity is taken into account. Did the veteran flame out of the league after four years or land at a new destination?
In addition, injury-prone players who didn't pan out are listed.