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2024 NBA draft: Making the case for selecting Rob Dillingham at No. 1

Steve Roberts-USA TODAY Sports

With so much uncertainty surrounding the 2024 NBA draft class, ESPN draft analyst Jeremy Woo will take a closer look at the prospects that are in contention of being drafted No. 1 overall.

Despite coming off the bench for a talented Kentucky team, Rob Dillingham has emerged as a top prospect and, along with likely fellow lottery pick Reed Sheppard, helps give the Wildcats the deepest (and youngest) star backcourt in the country. He's crept up our rankings all season as a result, putting himself in the mix among the biggest names in what's continued to look like a difficult top of the draft for NBA front offices. His unique scoring ability has forced teams to consider his upside despite some significant risk built in.

Woo breaks down Dillingham's game, looks at his strengths and weaknesses, and provides a player comp for him moving forward.


Rob Dillingham | PG/SG | Age: 19.2 | Kentucky