2003: Darko Miličić, Detroit Pistons, 2nd Pick
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The selection of Darko Miličić is not only one of the most egregious mistakes in the history of the NBA Draft, but he might also be the biggest bust in NBA history. He’ll forever be known as the guy who was taken one pick after LeBron James in the 2003 NBA Draft, as well as being taken ahead of future Hall of Fame players Carmelo Anthony and Dwyane Wade (and that’s not even mentioning Chris Bosh, David West, and Chris Kaman).
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Between the adjustment to life in the United States, Detroit head coach Larry Brown’s refusal to give Miličić any playing time, and a gross overestimation of his talents in general, Miličić will forever be the black stain over this draft.
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