Being the top pick of the NBA draft means you face massive expectations and media attention. However, failing to meet expectations can lead to intense scrutiny and backlash. Can this year's top pick, Zaccharie Risacher of the Atlanta Hawks, match the success of previous top picks like Victor Wembanyama of the San Antonio Spurs?
Let's take a look at some of the most disappointing number-one overall picks in NBA history, such as Michael Olowokandi of the Los Angeles Clippers, Kwame Brown of the Washington Wizards, Greg Oden of the Portland Trail Blazers, Anthony Bennett of the Cleveland Cavaliers, and Markelle Fultz of the Philadelphia 76ers.