When and where did the 1988 NBA draft take place?
The 1988 NBA draft took place on the 28th of June 1988, in New York City. The event occurred at Madison Square Garden's Felt Forum over several hours.
Questions about 1988 NBA draft
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Which teams joined the league for the first time during the 1988 NBA draft?
Charlotte Hornets and Miami Heat entered the draft process for the first time before playing any regular games. These franchises participated in an expansion draft earlier that month to acquire veteran players.
Who was selected first overall in the 1988 NBA draft?
Danny Manning went first overall to the Los Angeles Clippers after his senior year at Kansas. He became a two-time All-Star and won Sixth Man of the Year honors during his career.
How many rounds were included in the 1988 NBA draft compared to previous years?
The league cut the process from seven rounds down to just three rounds for this year alone. This change meant fewer players received an official chance to join the league that season.
Did any undrafted players make it into the 1988 NBA draft results?
John Starks did not get selected by any team yet still appeared in multiple NBA games. He eventually made the 1994 NBA All-Star Game despite going undrafted initially.