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NBA Draft 2020: A recap of the biggest moments
Date and location
The 2020 NBA draft was held virtually on November 18, 2020. The draft was originally scheduled to be held at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York on June 25, but was postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
First-round picks
Many high-profile players were selected in the first round of the 2020 NBA draft. The Minnesota Timberwolves selected Anthony Edwards with the first overall pick, followed by the Golden State Warriors selecting James Wiseman with the second overall pick and the Charlotte Hornets selecting LaMelo Ball with the third overall pick. Other notable players selected in the first round included Obi Toppin, Tyrese Haliburton, and Jalen Smith.
Trades and surprises
There were several notable trades and surprises on draft night. The most significant trade was the Golden State Warriors trading D'Angelo Russell to the Minnesota Timberwolves for the No. 1 overall pick. Other notable trades included the Oklahoma City Thunder trading Chris Paul to the Phoenix Suns for Ricky Rubio and Kelly Oubre Jr., and the New Orleans Pelicans trading Jrue Holiday to the Milwaukee Bucks for Eric Bledsoe and George Hill.
Unfortunate news about Klay Thompson
One of the most unfortunate moments of the 2020 NBA draft was the news that Golden State Warriors star Klay Thompson had torn his Achilles tendon during a workout. The injury is expected to sideline Thompson for the entire 2020-21 season. Thompson is one of the best shooters in the NBA and his absence will be a major blow to the Warriors.
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