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1985 NBA Draft

The 1985 NBA Draft was a significant event where professional basketball teams selected new players from college and other leagues. Held in June 1985, it is famous for Detroit Pistons selecting voting rights for eventual legend Patrick Ewing, although he was traded to the New York Knicks. The draft also introduced other notable players like Chris Mullin and Karl Malone, who became Hall of Famers. Overall, the draft shaped the future of the league, with teams choosing players they believed would contribute to their success, many of whom went on to have impactful careers in the NBA.