NBA 96 Draft is called the 96 Golden Generation. Among them, the most representative players are Kobe, Iverson, Nash, O'Neal, Stojakovic, Ben Wallace and so on. These players have distinctive characteristics and outstanding skills, and have influenced the league for nearly two decades.
Today, the American media Fadeaway World today rearranged the 1996 draft. Kobe Bryant was selected as the top pick and Allen Iverson was selected as the second place. The top 10 rankings are as follows: 1. Kobe Bryant, 2. Allen Iverson, 3. Steve Nash, 4. Ray Allen, 5. Ben Wallace, 6. Peja- Stojakovic, 7. Steven Marbury, 8. Jermaine O’Neal, 9. Marcus Camby, 10. Sharif Abdul Rahim. Let's talk about the three most important players of the 96 Golden Generation.
Kobe ranks up 12 places
Bryant was only ranked 13th in the 1996 draft. At that time, Kobe, who entered the league as a high school student, did not get enough attention. Lakers coach Phil Jackson has a keen eye, and in his eyes, Kobe is Jordan. As a result, the Lakers traded Divac for Kobe from the Hornets, and the Lakers OK combination took shape.
Kobe didn't get much playing time at the beginning of his career. It was not until the beginning of the third season that Kobe really became the starting point guard of the Lakers. After Kobe was out of control, he teamed up with O'Neal to create the Lakers dynasty. After O'Neal left the team, he led the Lakers to win two championships and became the most representative figure in one man, one city.
On April 14, 2016, Kobe announced his retirement; on January 26, 2020, Bryant was killed in a helicopter accident in California at the age of 41.
Iverson dropped one place, but it does not affect the historical status
Iverson was the No. 1 pick in 1996. In the words of the 76ers’ management: choose again 100 times, they will still choose Iverson.
Although Iverson failed to bring back a championship for Philadelphia, Iverson's career is undoubtedly successful. As the "son of Philadelphia", Iverson explained what loyalty is, what is a fighter, and what is perseverance. During the Philadelphia 76ers, Iverson suffered numerous injuries, but Iverson never chose to back down, as long as he can stand up, he will step onto the court to continue fighting.
Iverson, who is only 183cm tall, scores like a bag and knocks down opponents. Many players are afraid of confronting Iverson. They are afraid of not knowing which round Iverson will use to knock him down. Iverson wore the No. 3 jersey, this number has become the exclusive number of outstanding defenders, because their idol is Iverson.
The king of counter-attack, from losing the draft to winning the championship at the core of the team
Many fans will wonder why they can’t see Ben Wallace in the 96th draft. Because he lost the election.
After losing the election, Big Ben had to make a living, and he wandered at home and abroad, but he was forced to play point guard. Height is the reason why Big Ben is underestimated by all teams, but Big Ben has tried his best to tell the world: he can not only become the team's starting center, but also win the championship as the core of the team.
The Pistons management team has a clever eye, a big contract, and the most important player of the Pistons Five Tigers returned. In the Pistons, Big Ben single-handedly established the team culture, unity and selflessness! At the peak of his career, Daben has been selected for the best defensive team, rebounding champion, best defensive player and other awards. Daben's 4 best defensive players ranked first in NBA history.
In the 04-05 season, the Pistons defeated the incredible Lakers "Four Kings". In this regard, the Five Tigers of the Pistons shocked the world and became famous everywhere.
Every time I write an article about Kobe, I can’t help but feel a little sad.Come on!
