Who got drafted in front of KD?
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Asked by: Seth Fisher
Greg Oden
| Rounds: 1 | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|
| PICK | TEAM | PLAYER |
| 1 | Portland | Greg Oden – C |
| 2 | Seattle | Kevin Durant – SF |
| 3 | Atlanta | Al Horford – PF |
Was Greg Oden better than KD?
Oden looked fantastic coming into the NBA, with better scores than Durant on the vertical leap, agility drill and three-quarter court sprint, but as it turns out, Barnes knew what he was talking about, and Durant has become one of the best players in the league—at any position.
Which team drafted Kevin Durant from college?
Another freshman, Kevin Durant, was drafted second overall from the University of Texas by the Seattle SuperSonics, and went on to win the Rookie of the Year Award for the 2007–08 season.
Why did Portland choose Greg Oden?
Greg Oden Had Genuine Potential Out Of College
Oden won a variety of awards in college, and he had some amazing defensive potential. Greg Oden averaged 15.7 PPG, 9.6 RPG, and 3.3 BPG. He had the blueprint to be a dominant big man, with solid scoring and elite rim protection.
Who went ahead of Durant?
2007 NBA Draft Order – 1st Round
| Rounds: 1 | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|
| PICK | TEAM | PLAYER |
| 1 | Portland | Greg Oden – C |
| 2 | Seattle | Kevin Durant – SF |
| 3 | Atlanta | Al Horford – PF |
Who was picked before Steph Curry?
2009 NBA DRAFT ORDER
| No. | Team | Player |
|---|---|---|
| 4. | Kings | Tyreke Evans |
| 5. | Timberwolves | Ricky Rubio |
| 6. | Timberwolves | Jonny Flynn |
| 7. | Warriors | Stephen Curry |
Has KD ever been swept?
It was a shocking end to a rollercoaster season for Brooklyn — not solely because of its first-round exit — but the way in which it was forced out of the postseason. It was the first time stars Kyrie Irving and Kevin Durant had suffered a sweep in the postseason.
Will Curry ever leave the Warriors?
I think steph curry. Means as much to the bear area as dirk does to dallas. For similar reasons. And you know he he's been part of a dynasty in golden. State.
Who was in Kyrie Irving draft class?
Draft selections
| Round | Pick | Player |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | Kyrie Irving*~ |
| 1 | 2 | Derrick Williams |
| 1 | 3 | Enes Kanter |
| 1 | 4 | Tristan Thompson |
Who was drafted after LeBron?
A star-studded draft takes place with 18-year-old phenom LeBron James picked No. 1. Carmelo Anthony is picked No. 3 followed by Chris Bosh at No.
Who was drafted ahead of Michael Jordan?
Akeem Olajuwon was selected 1st overall by the Houston Rockets. Michael Jordan was selected 3rd overall by the Chicago Bulls. Charles Barkley was selected 5th overall by the Philadelphia 76ers.
Who was picked before Aldridge?
2006 NBA Draft
| 1. | Toronto | Andrea Bargnani 6-11 240 PF Italy 1985 |
|---|---|---|
| 2. | *Portland | LaMarcus Aldridge 6-11 234 PF Tex. So. |
| 3. | Charlotte | Adam Morrison 6-8 198 SF Gonzaga Jr. |
| 4. | *Chicago | Tyrus Thomas 6-8 217 PF LSU Fr. |
| 5. | Atlanta | Shelden Williams 6-9 258 PF/C Duke Sr. |
Who was drafted before Damian Lillard?
Anthony Davis was selected first by the New Orleans Hornets. Bradley Beal was selected third by the Washington Wizards. Damian Lillard was selected sixth by the Portland Trail Blazers. Andre Drummond was selected ninth by the Detroit Pistons.
