2001 NBA Draft

The 2001 NBA Draft was an event where teams selected new players to join the league, held on June 27, 2001. The most notable pick was Kwame Brown, chosen first overall by the Washington Wizards, marking a rare number-one pick for a high school player. The draft featured talented players like Tyson Chandler, Pau Gasol, and Joe Johnson, many of whom would develop into key contributors in the NBA. It is often remembered for its unpredictability and the successful careers of some later picks, despite the initial focus on Brown as a highly touted prospect.