The 2000 NBA Draft: A Missed Opportunity

This chapter delves into the memorable yet disappointing 2000 NBA Draft, highlighting the struggles of notable players and the contrasting excitement of past drafts. It emphasizes the low success rate of this draft class, with only three players achieving All-Star status and memorable anecdotes from the draft night itself. The discussion also reflects on the evolution of draft coverage and the pressures faced by commentators in balancing honest critiques with sensitivity towards young athletes.