The 2024 NBA Draft marked the 78th edition of the National Basketball Association's annual selection event, introducing a unique two-night format for the first time since 1989.

The first round took place on June 26 at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York, while the second round followed on June 27 at ESPN's Seaport District Studios in Manhattan.

With teams given extra time between second-round picks, the draft saw 58 players selected, with the Atlanta Hawks picking French forward Zaccharie Risacher as the first overall pick.

The most anticipated pick came late in the second round when the Los Angeles Lakers selected Bronny James at 55. Son of NBA legend LeBron James, Bronny's selection continues to generate worldwide buzz, setting up what could be the first father-son duo to play in the NBA simultaneously. Playing at USC, Bronny overcame a challenging year marked by a cardiac arrest episode, and now he joins a Lakers squad that looks likely to retain his father for another season.

Australian fans had much to celebrate, with one highly touted prospect making his way to the big league with what many believe to be a second-round steal. Johnny Furphy, a 6-8 wing from Kansas, was picked by the San Antonio Spurs at 35 and traded to the Indiana Pacers after a stellar run at the Jayhawks.

SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH - MARCH 21: Johnny Furphy #10 of the Kansas Jayhawks celebrates after scoring against Jaden Campbell #2 of the Samford Bulldogs during the second half in the first round of the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at Delta Center on March 21, 2024 in Salt Lake City, Utah. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

Known for his athleticism and that typical Aussie grit, Furphy will likely be a long-term project with significant potential. He follows in the footsteps of his brother, Joe Furphy, an AFL player for the Geelong Cats, showcasing the dynamic sporting talent in the aptly named Furphy family.

Alexandre Sarr, a French prospect who played for the Perth Wildcats in the NBL, was selected second overall by the Washington Wizards. Sarr's performance in the NBL's Next Stars program showcased defensive prowess and versatility worthy enough to be ranked number one in the eyes of many notable scouts.

Guard A.J. Johnson was picked at 23 from the Illawarra Hawks, forward Bobi Klintman was taken at 37 from the Cairns Tipans, while centre Ariel Hukporti was selected with the lucky last pick of the draft from Melbourne United. These four talents highlight the growing influence the Australian league is having on the global scene and NBA prospects in recent years, following the likes of LaMelo Ball with their development down under.

Other notable selections included Tidjane Salaรผn, also from France, chosen sixth by the Charlotte Hornets, contributing to France's remarkable presence in the top 10 picks. This draft has underscored the immediate impact of last year's generational first pick, Victor Wembanyama, who has exponentially enhanced the growing global influence on the NBA, as international players continue to lead the charge on champion teams.

Here is the full list of the 2024 NBA Draft crop:

  1. Atlanta Hawks: Zaccharie Risacher | 6-9 forward | JL Bourg
  2. Washington Wizards: Alexandre Sarr 7-0 forward/center | Perth Wildcats
  3. Houston Rockets (via Nets): Reed Sheppard | 6-2 guard | Kentucky
  4. San Antonio Spurs: Stephon Castle | 6-6 guard/wing | Connecticut
  5. Detroit Pistons: Ron Holland | 6-7 wing/forward | G League Ignite
  6. Charlotte Hornets: Tidjane Salaun | 6-9 forward | Cholet
  7. Portland Trail Blazers: Donovan Clingan | 7-2 center | Connecticut
  8. Minnesota Timberwolves (via Spurs, Raptors): Robert Dillingham | 6-1 guard | Kentucky
  9. Memphis Grizzlies: Zach Edey | 7-4 center | Purdue
  10. Utah Jazz: Cody Williams | 6-7 wing | Colorado
  11. Chicago Bulls: Matas Buzelis | 6-9 forward | G League Ignite
  12. Oklahoma City Thunder (via Rockets): Nikola Topiฤ‡ | 6-6 guard | Mega
  13. Sacramento Kings: Devin Carter | 6-2 guard | Providence
  14. Washington Wizards (via Trail Blazers, Warriors): Carlton "Bub" Carrington | 6-4 guard | Pittsburgh
  15. Miami Heat: Kel'el Ware | 7-0 center | Indiana
  16. Philadelphia 76ers: Jared McCain | 6-2 guard | Duke
  17. Los Angeles Lakers: Dalton Knecht | 6-5 wing | Tennessee
  18. Orlando Magic: Tristan da Silva | 6-8 wing | Colorado
  19. Toronto Raptors (via Pacers): Ja'Kobe Walter | 6-4 wing | Baylor
  20. Cleveland Cavaliers:ย Jaylon Tyson | 6-6 wing | California
  21. New Orleans Pelicans: Yves Missi | 6-11 center | Baylor
  22. Denver Nuggets (via Suns): DaRon Holmes | 6-9 center | Baylor
  23. Milwaukee Bucks: A.J. Johnson | 6-4 guard | Illawarra Hawks
  24. Washington Wizards (via Knicks): Kyshawn George | 6-7 wing | Miami (Fla.)
  25. New York Knicks (via Mavericks): Pacว’me Dadiet | 6-8 wing | Ratiopharm Ulm
  26. Oklahoma City Thunder (via Knicks, Wizards, Clippers): Dillon Jones | 6-5 wing | Weber State
  27. Minnesota Timberwolves: Terrence Shannon Jr. | 6-6 wing | Illinois
  28. Phoenix Suns (via Nuggets): Ryan Dunn | 6-6 wing | Virginia
  29. Utah Jazz (via Thunder): Isaiah Collier | 6-3 guard | USC
  30. Boston Celtics: Baylor Scheierman | 6-6 wing | Creighton
  31. Toronto Raptors: Jonathan Mogbo | 6-6 forward/center | San Francisco
  32. Utah Jazz: Kyle Filipowski | 6-11 forward/center | Duke
  33. Milwaukee Bucks: Tyler Smith | 6-9 forward/center | G League Ignite
  34. New York Knicks: Tyler Kolek | 6-1 guard | Marquette
  35. Indiana Pacers (from Spurs): Johnny Furphy | 6-8 wing | Kansas
  36. San Antonio Spurs (from Pacers): Juan Nรบรฑez | 6-4 guard | Ratiopharm Ulm
  37. Detroit Pistons (from Timberwolves): Bobi Klintman | 6-9 forward | Cairns Taipans
  38. Oklahoma City Thunder (from Knicks): Ajay Mitchell | 6-3 guard | UC-Santa Barbara
  39. Memphis Grizzlies: Jaylen Wells | 6-7 wing | Washington State
  40. Phoenix Suns (from Knicks via Thunder): Oso Ighodaro | 6-10 center | Marquette
  41. Philadelphia 76ers: Adem Bona | 6-8 center | UCLA
  42. Charlotte Hornets: K.J. Simpson | 6-0 guard | Colorado
  43. Atlanta Hawks (from Heat): Nikola Djuriลกiฤ‡ | 6-7 wing | Mega
  44. Miami Heat (from Hawks via Rockets): Pelle Larsson | 6-5 wing | Arizona
  45. Toronto Raptors (from Kings): Jamal Shead | 6-0 guard | Houston
  46. LA Clippers: Cam Christie | 6-5 wing | Minnesota
  47. New Orleans Pelicans (from Magic): Antonio Reeves | 6-5 wing | Kentucky
  48. San Antonio Spurs: Harrison Ingram | 6-5 wing | North Carolina
  49. Indiana Pacers: Tristen Newton | 6-3 guard | Connecticut
  50. Indiana Pacers: Enrique Freeman | 6-7 forward | Akron
  51. Dallas Mavericks (from Knicks via Suns, Wizards): Melvin Ajinca | 6-7 wing | Saint-Quentin
  52. Golden State Warriors (from Thunder via Blazers, Warriors): Quinten Post | 7-0 center | Boston College
  53. Memphis Grizzlies (from Timberwolves via Pistons): Cam Spencer | 6-3 guard | Connecticut
  54. Boston Celtics: Anton Watson | 6-8 wing | Gonzaga
  55. Los Angeles Lakers: Bronny James | 6-2 guard | USC
  56. New York Knicks (from Suns): Kevin McCullar Jr. | 6-5 wing | Kansas
  57. Toronto Raptors (from Grizzlies via Timberwolves): Ulrich Chomche | 7-0 center | NBA Africa Academy
  58. New York Knicks (from Knicks): Ariel Hukporti | 6-11 center | Melbourne United