The NBA Draft is a deluge of new players and new information, fits and skill sets, wingspans and jumpshot forms. Chances are you’re familiar with the guys at the top. But by the time we get to the end of the first round, you’re likely seeing players for the first time as they walk up on stage and encountering unpronounceable names for the first (and maybe last) time.
The point being, there’s a lot to process on draft night and we know how many demands there already are on your precious gray matter. That’s why The Step Back is happy to offer up NBA Draft GIF Grades — one moving image with a familiar pop culture reference, telling you everything you need to know about how your favorite team’s draft night went.
You’re welcome.
Atlanta Hawks
Picks: Trae Young (5), Kevin Huerter (19), Omari Spellman (30)
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Boston Celtics
Picks: Robert Williams (27)
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Brooklyn Nets
Picks: Dzanan Musa (29), Rodions Kurucs (40)
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Charlotte Hornets
Picks: Miles Bridges (12), Devonte’ Graham (34), Hamidou Diallo (45)
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Chicago Bulls
Picks: Wendell Carter Jr. (7), Chandler Hutchison (22)
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Cleveland Cavaliers
Picks: Collin Sexton (8)
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Dallas Mavericks
Picks: Luka Doncic (3), Jalen Brunson (33), Ray Spalding (56), Kostas Antetokounmpo (60)
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Denver Nuggets
Picks: Michael Porter Jr. (14), Jarred Vanderbilt (41), Thomas Welsh (58)
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Detroit Pistons
Picks: Khyri Thomas (38), Bruce Brown (42)
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Golden State Warriors
Picks: Jacob Evans (28)
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Houston Rockets
Picks: De’Anthony Melton (46), Vince Edwards (52)
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Indiana Pacers
Picks: Aaron Holiday (23), Alize Johnson (50)
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Los Angeles Clippers
Picks: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (11), Jerome Robinson (13),
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Los Angeles Lakers
Picks: Mo Wagner (25), Isaac Bonga (39), Sviatoslav Mykhailiuk (47)
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Memphis Grizzlies
Picks: Jaren Jackson Jr. (4), Jevon Carter (32)
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Milwaukee Bucks
Picks: Donte DiVincenzo (17)
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Minnesota Timberwolves
Picks: Josh Okogie (20), Keita Bates-Diop (48)
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New Orleans Pelicans
Picks: Tony Carr (51)
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New York Knicks
Picks: Kevin Knox (9), Mitchell Robinson (36)
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Oklahoma City Thunder
Picks: Devon Hall (53), Kevin Hervey (57)
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Philadelphia 76ers
Picks: Zhaire Smith (16), Landry Shamet (26), Shake Milton (54)
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Phoenix Suns
Picks: Deandre Ayton (1), Mikal Bridges (10), Elie Okobo (31), George King (59)
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Portland Trail Blazers
Picks: Anfernee Simons (24), Gary Trent Jr. (37)
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Sacramento Kings
Picks: Marvin Bagley (2)
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San Antonio Spurs
Picks: Lonnie Walker IV (18), Chimezie Metu (49)
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Utah Jazz
Picks: Grayson Allen (21)
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Washington Wizards
Picks: Troy Brown Jr. (15), Issuf Sanon (44)
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