The NBA draft was surrounded by plenty of fireworks yesterday, and multiple teams already appear to have reaped the benefits of a successful evening.
For starters, the first overall pick was up in the air until moments before the draft, when Paolo Banchero ultimately was selected by the Orlando Magic. Many teams came out looking much better after this night built around hope and the future, but time will tell how many of these prospects will be difference makers at the next level.
Three teams stood out on this night, and it will be interesting to look back in five years to discuss where teams went wrong and where they hit the jackpot.