1996 NBA Draft

The 1996 NBA Draft is considered one of the strongest drafts in basketball history. Held on June 26, 1996, it featured several future stars, including Kobe Bryant, Allen Iverson, and Ray Allen. The draft had 60 players selected over two rounds, with the Philadelphia 76ers choosing Iverson first overall. This draft class significantly influenced the NBA for years, producing multiple All-Stars and Hall of Famers. It marked the rise of players who became cultural icons and transformed the game, both on and off the court, leaving a lasting legacy in professional basketball.