NBA Draft 2023: The Top 10 Picks

1: San Antonio Spurs | Victor Wembanyama, C, France

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2. Charlotte Hornets | Brandon Miller, F, Alabama

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3. Portland Trail Blazers | Scoot Henderson, G, G League Ignite

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4. Houston Rockets | Amen Thompson, G, Overtime Elite

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5. Detroit Pistons | Ausar Thompson, G, Overtime Elite

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6. Orlando Magic | Anthony Black, G, Arkansa

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7. Indiana Pacers | Bilal Coulibaly, F, France

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8. Washington Wizards | Jarace Walker, F, Houston

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9. Utah Jazz | Taylor Hendricks, F, UCF

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10. Dallas Mavericks | Cason Wallace, G, Kentucky

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