The Philadelphia 76ers selected Duke guard Jared McCain with the 16th overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft, highlighting his shooting skills despite concerns about his size and athleticism. Former Duke standout Kyle Filipowski was drafted 32nd overall by the Utah Jazz, with his slide attributed to off-court concerns including allegations involving his girlfriend and family estrangement. Despite these issues, Filipowski is seen as a valuable addition to the Jazz, bringing versatility and offensive skills. The 76ers aim to build a competitive roster around stars Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey. Other draft surprises included Zaccharie Risacher being picked first overall by the Atlanta Hawks and Alexandre Sarr going second to the Washington Wizards.