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2004 NBA expansion draft
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SportBasketball
DateJune 22, 2004
Overview
LeagueNBA
Expansion teamsCharlotte Bobcats
Expansion season2004–05
← 1995

The expansion draft for the construction of the Charlotte Bobcats, recognized at the time as the 30th NBA franchise, was held on June 22, 2004.[1] The Bobcats selected 19 players from other teams' unprotected players lists and constructed their squad for what was regarded at the time as their inaugural season.[2]

This was the second time an expansion draft was held for a Charlotte NBA franchise; prior to starting the 2014–15 season, the Bobcats reacquired the history, and name, of the original Charlotte Hornets (1988–2002) franchise. The original team had relocated to New Orleans prior to starting the 2002–03 season, operating as the New Orleans Hornets. Prior to starting the 2013–14 season, the New Orleans Hornets were renamed the New Orleans Pelicans, and relinquished the rights to the Hornets name and pre-New Orleans history after season's end.[a]

Key

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Pos. G F C
Position Guard Forward Center
+ Denotes player who has been selected for at least one All-Star Game

Selections

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A man, wearing white pants and a red t-shirt with the word "RAPTORS" on the front, is standing on a basketball court.
Jason Kapono was selected from the Cleveland Cavaliers.
A man, wearing black pants and a black shirt with the word "CHARLOTTE" on the front, is walking on a basketball court.
Gerald Wallace was selected from the Sacramento Kings. During his time with Charlotte, he led the league in steals in 2006 and was an All-Star in 2010 alongside being selected to the All-Defensive First Team.
Player Pos. Nationality Previous team NBA years[a] Career with the franchise[b] Ref.
Lonny Baxter[FA] F  United States Washington Wizards 2 2006 [3]
J. R. Bremer[FA] G  Bosnia and Herzegovina[d] Golden State Warriors 2 —[c] [4]
Primož Brezec C  Slovenia Indiana Pacers 3 2004–2007 [5]
Maurice Carter[FA] G  United States New Orleans Hornets 1 —[c] [6]
Predrag Drobnjak[A] C  Montenegro[e] Los Angeles Clippers 3 —[c] [7]
Desmond Ferguson[FA] G/F  United States Portland Trail Blazers 1 —[c] [8]
Marcus Fizer[FA] F  United States Chicago Bulls 4 —[c] [9]
Richie Frahm[FA] G  United States Seattle SuperSonics 1 —[c] [10]
Brandon Hunter F  United States Boston Celtics 1 —[c] [11]
Jason Kapono F  United States Cleveland Cavaliers 1 2004–2005 [12]
Zaza Pachulia[C] C  Georgia Orlando Magic 1 —[c] [13]
Aleksandar Pavlović[D] G/F  Serbia[f] Utah Jazz 1 —[c] [14]
Jamal Sampson F/C  United States Los Angeles Lakers 2 2004–2005 [15]
Tamar Slay[FA] G  United States New Jersey Nets 2 2004–2005 [16]
Theron Smith F  United States Memphis Grizzlies 1 2004–2005 [17]
Jeff Trepagnier[FA] G  United States Denver Nuggets 3 —[c] [18]
Gerald Wallace+ F  United States Sacramento Kings 3 2004–2011 [19]
Jahidi White[B] F/C  United States Phoenix Suns 6 2004–2005 [20]
Loren Woods[FA] F/C  United States Miami Heat 3 —[c] [21]

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Trades

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Pre-draft trades

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Prior to the day of the draft, the following trades were made and resulted in exchanges of future draft picks between the teams, along with a particular agreement in the expansion draft.

Draft-day trades

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The following trades involving drafted players were made on the day of the draft.

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The 2004 NBA expansion draft was a special draft held by the (NBA) on June 22, 2004, to stock the roster of the Charlotte Bobcats, the league's 30th franchise and first since 1995. The Bobcats, owned by BET founder Bob Johnson, were established to revive professional basketball in Charlotte after the original Hornets relocated to New Orleans in 2002, marking the team's entry into the Eastern Conference's Central Division for the 2004–05 season. Under the draft rules, each of the existing 29 NBA teams could protect up to eight players on their rosters, with teams having fewer than eight players required to leave at least one unprotected; this created a pool of approximately 320-340 eligible players, excluding unrestricted free agents and unsigned draft picks. The Bobcats were permitted to select between 14 and 29 players, with a restriction of no more than two from any single team, aiming to build a competitive nucleus while adhering to a of approximately $29 million—66% of the league's $43.9 million cap—for their inaugural season. Pre-draft trades were common as teams maneuvered to shield assets or offload contracts, and post-draft, teams losing players received trade exceptions equal to the selected player's 2004–05 salary, while restricted free agents picked by Charlotte became unrestricted on July 1. The Bobcats ultimately selected 19 players, prioritizing young talent and potential over high-salary veterans, with standout picks including small forward from the , center from the , and forward from the . Wallace, in particular, emerged as a cornerstone, earning honors in 2010 and anchoring the franchise for nearly a decade. The expansion draft's ripple effects extended beyond selections, facilitating key trades; for instance, Charlotte's agreement to select forward facilitated a trade with the , in which the Bobcats acquired the No. 2 pick in the in exchange for the No. 4 pick and Drobnjak, allowing Charlotte to draft center . Despite the haul, the Bobcats struggled in their debut 2004–05 campaign, finishing 18–64 and setting an NBA record for fewest wins by an in its first season, though it laid the foundation for future growth.

Background

Franchise Establishment

The relocation of the original Charlotte Hornets to New Orleans after the 2001–02 NBA season left the city without a professional basketball team for the first time since the franchise's inception in 1988. NBA owners had approved the move on May 10, 2002, by a 28–1 vote, citing issues such as declining attendance and inadequate arena facilities in Charlotte as key factors driving owner George Shinn's decision to seek a new market. The Hornets played their final season in Charlotte during 2001–02 before transitioning to New Orleans for the 2002–03 campaign, rebranded as the New Orleans Hornets. In response to the city's strong basketball fanbase and ongoing efforts to secure a new franchise, the NBA awarded its 30th team to Charlotte on December 18, 2002, with ownership granted to , the billionaire founder of Black Entertainment Television (BET), who paid a $300 million expansion fee. This marked a historic milestone, as Johnson became the first African American majority owner of a major professional sports team in the United States. The NBA Board of Governors formally unanimously approved the expansion franchise on January 10, 2003, with the team slated to join the league for the 2004–05 season and play initial home games at the existing while a new arena was developed. On June 11, 2003, the franchise was officially named the Charlotte Bobcats, selected from fan-submitted suggestions including "Flight" and "Dragons," with the bobcat symbolizing the region's and fierce spirit. Shortly thereafter, construction began on July 29, 2003, for a new $265 million, 20,200-seat arena in , designed to serve as the team's long-term home and scheduled to open in October 2005 as the Charlotte Bobcats Arena. These developments culminated in the Bobcats' debut on November 4, 2004, launching the franchise's entry into the NBA Southeast Division and restoring professional basketball to Charlotte after a two-year absence.

Preparation and Protections

In preparation for the 2004 NBA expansion draft, the 29 existing NBA teams were required to submit lists of protected players to prevent the Charlotte Bobcats from selecting their most valuable assets. Each team could protect up to eight players under contract or classified as restricted free agents for the 2004-05 season, with the deadline set for noon on June 11, 2004, for all teams except the and , who were competing in the and had until two days after the series concluded. This process ensured that teams could safeguard core contributors while exposing others to build the new franchise. Notable examples of protection decisions highlighted the strategic priorities of contending teams. The protected eight of their ten contracted players, including superstars and , while leaving veterans and young center Jamal Sampson available. Similarly, the shielded franchise cornerstone to maintain their competitive edge. These choices reflected a league-wide effort to balance roster preservation with the obligations of expansion. As the expansion team, the Charlotte Bobcats, led by general manager and head coach , focused their preparatory strategy on acquiring young, unproven talent to establish a foundational core rather than immediate veterans. Bickerstaff emphasized building through potential and balance, aiming for players who could develop over time in line with the franchise's long-term vision. This approach was informed by pre-draft scouting and negotiations to maximize value from available options. The NBA officially announced the expansion draft date as June 22, 2004, to follow immediately after the , with a contingency shift to June 23 if the series extended to seven games; this timing allowed seamless integration with the regular on June 24. These preparations stemmed directly from the league's approval of the Bobcats as its 30th franchise in late 2002, marking the first expansion since 1995.

Rules and Procedures

Player Eligibility

In the 2004 NBA expansion draft, player eligibility was determined by the unprotected status of players on the rosters of the 29 existing teams, as each team submitted a protection list prior to the draft. Any player under or eligible to become a at the end of the 2003–04 season who was not included on a team's protected list of up to eight players was available for selection by the Charlotte Bobcats. Unrestricted free agents were ineligible for selection, but restricted free agents could be chosen, with a special provision that they would automatically become unrestricted free agents upon selection, bypassing the standard offer sheet and matching rights process. Teams with fewer than eight players under contract were required to protect all but one, ensuring at least some exposure while prioritizing roster completeness. The Bobcats operated without restrictions during the draft selections, enabling flexible roster building, though they were obligated to conclude the process with a minimum of 14 players under contract for the 2004–05 season to meet league requirements.

Selection Process

The 2004 NBA expansion draft for the Charlotte Bobcats was structured in 19 rounds to build the franchise's initial roster from the unprotected players of the league's 29 existing teams. In each round, the Bobcats selected one player, with the order of available teams determined by the reverse order of the 2003–04 standings; teams from which the Bobcats had already selected two players were skipped in subsequent rounds to promote an even distribution of selections across the league. This alternating round format ensured the Bobcats could not disproportionately target stronger or weaker teams, fostering a balanced approach to roster construction. The draft resulted in 19 total selections by the Bobcats, limited to no more than two players from any single team, which helped create a diverse starting point for the new franchise while respecting the protections set by existing teams. The event was held at the studios in , and televised live on , enabling real-time public viewing of the proceedings as the Bobcats methodically assembled their squad. Following each selection, the rights to the chosen players were immediately transferred to the Bobcats, integrating them into the team's roster for the upcoming season. Existing teams that lost a player under contract for the 2004–05 season received a trade exception equivalent to that player's , allowing them to acquire a replacement of comparable value without immediate penalties and easing the overall league impact of the expansion.

Draft Execution

Key Facts

The Charlotte Bobcats selected 19 players in the 2004 NBA expansion draft to build their initial roster, drawing one player from each of 19 existing NBA franchises. The selections included 10 players under contract and 9 restricted free agents, with the first pick being forward from the . The draft process, held on June 22, 2004, was efficient and completed in under two hours, allowing for rapid announcement of the full list during a special event in Charlotte. Notable aggregates from the selections featured an average age of approximately 25 years, reflecting a balance of emerging talent and experienced role players. The total salary commitments from these players contributed to the Bobcats' 2004-05 team payroll of $23,922,578, operating under a reduced of about 66% of the league standard for expansion teams.

Player Selections

The Charlotte Bobcats selected 19 players during the 2004 NBA expansion draft on June 22, 2004, drawing from unprotected lists across the league to build an initial roster blending experience with youth. These selections provided the team with a starting point under constraints, though many players had limited NBA impact due to their status or raw potential. The picks, made in a predetermined order to balance opportunities among the 29 existing teams, included 10 players under contract and 9 restricted free agents who became unrestricted on July 1, 2004. To organize the selections by primary position—guards, forwards, and centers—the following table lists them in draft order, including key details such as height, prior team, and representative 2003-04 season averages (points, rebounds, and assists per game where applicable). Brief one-sentence profiles highlight each player's role and notable attributes at the time of selection. Immediately following the draft, the Bobcats traded two selections for draft assets, while several others were waived during preseason ; the retained players formed the core of the opening night roster alongside regular draft picks and free agents.

Guards

PickPlayerHeight/WeightPrior Team2003-04 Stats (PPG/RPG/APG)Brief ProfilePost-Draft Status
2J.R. Bremer6-2 / 185 lbsGolden State Warriors3.3 / 1.0 / 1.4 (36 games)A quick point guard with scoring punch off the bench, Bremer had shown promise as a second-year pro in limited minutes.Retained
4Maurice Carter6-5 / 220 lbsNew Orleans Hornets1.5 / 0.5 / 0.2 (10 games)An athletic shooting guard with upside from his college days at LSU, Carter was a restricted free agent seeking a larger role.Waived (October 2004)
8Richie Frahm6-5 / 210 lbsSeattle SuperSonics2.5 / 0.8 / 0.5 (7 games)A sharpshooting guard from Gonzaga, Frahm impressed in Summer League but struggled for consistent NBA time as a rookie.Waived (October 2004)
12Aleksandar Pavlovic6-7 / 210 lbsUtah Jazz4.8 / 1.8 / 1.0 (58 games)A tall, versatile combo guard with international experience, Pavlovic offered perimeter shooting and defensive length as a rookie.Traded (to Cleveland Cavaliers for future first-round pick)
14Tamar Slay6-8 / 215 lbsNew Jersey Nets2.5 / 1.0 / 0.4 (22 games)A lengthy wing with scoring potential from Marshall University, Slay was a second-year player looking to break out.Retained
16Jeff Trepagnier6-4 / 205 lbsDenver Nuggets1.7 / 0.7 / 0.3 (46 games)A defensive-minded guard from USC, Trepagnier brought toughness and athleticism as a third-year veteran with minimal production.Waived (October 2004)

Forwards

PickPlayerHeight/WeightPrior Team2003-04 Stats (PPG/RPG/APG)Brief ProfilePost-Draft Status
1Lonny Baxter6-8 / 260 lbsWashington Wizards4.2 / 3.4 / 0.2 (62 games)A physical power forward and 2002 NCAA champion from Maryland, Baxter provided rebounding depth as a second-year big.Waived (October 2004)
6Desmond Ferguson6-5 / 210 lbsPortland Trail Blazers1.9 / 0.6 / 0.3 (22 games)An explosive rookie shooting guard from Detroit Mercy, Ferguson was an athletic scorer with high-energy play off the bench.Waived (September 2004)
7Marcus Fizer6-9 / 260 lbsChicago Bulls2.7 / 1.9 / 0.4 (48 games)A former lottery pick with power forward scoring ability from Iowa State, Fizer aimed to revive his career after injury setbacks.Retained
9Brandon Hunter6-7 / 260 lbsBoston Celtics3.5 / 3.3 / 0.5 (58 games)A tough, undersized power forward from Ohio University, Hunter excelled in rebounding and energy during his rookie season.Retained
10Jason Kapono6-8 / 213 lbsCleveland Cavaliers3.5 / 1.6 / 0.6 (67 games)A skilled small forward and UCLA standout known for his shooting accuracy, Kapono was a rookie with offensive versatility.Retained
13Jamal Sampson6-11 / 235 lbsLos Angeles Lakers1.0 / 2.0 / 0.2 (22 games)A raw but athletic power forward/center from California, Sampson offered shot-blocking potential as a second-year player.Retained
15Theron Smith6-8 / 225 lbsMemphis Grizzlies2.2 / 2.1 / 0.3 (48 games)A versatile small forward from Ball State, Smith brought multi-positional defense and transition play as a rookie.Waived (October 2004)
17Gerald Wallace6-7 / 215 lbsSacramento Kings3.8 / 2.1 / 0.6 (17 games)An athletic small forward with elite defensive potential from Alabama, Wallace was a third-year prospect prized for his energy and versatility.Retained
18Jahidi White6-9 / 290 lbsPhoenix Suns4.3 / 4.2 / 0.4 (25 games)A veteran power forward known for rebounding tenacity from Georgetown, White brought size and experience but carried a large contract.Waived (September 2004; selected as part of pre-draft asset deal with Phoenix)

Centers

PickPlayerHeight/WeightPrior Team2003-04 Stats (PPG/RPG/APG)Brief ProfilePost-Draft Status
3Primoz Brezec7-1 / 252 lbsIndiana Pacers5.8 / 3.0 / 0.3 (66 games)A skilled Slovenian center with soft shooting touch, Brezec was a third-year international prospect providing backup scoring.Retained
5Predrag Drobnjak6-11 / 272 lbsLos Angeles Clippers5.8 / 2.5 / 0.5 (61 games)A veteran center from Montenegro with mid-range scoring ability, Drobnjak offered international experience as a third-year NBA player.Waived (October 2004; selected as part of pre-draft asset deal with Clippers)
11Zaza Pachulia6-11 / 240 lbsOrlando Magic3.3 / 2.9 / 0.7 (52 games)A gritty Georgian center and rookie with rebounding instincts, Pachulia was noted for his physicality and basketball IQ.Traded (to Milwaukee Bucks for 45th pick in 2004 draft)
19Loren Woods7-1 / 245 lbsMiami Heat2.3 / 2.6 / 0.2 (33 games)A towering center from Arizona with shot-blocking reach, Woods was a third-year veteran seeking consistent minutes.Waived (October 2004)

Pre-Draft Trades

In the lead-up to the 2004 NBA expansion draft on June 22, existing teams engaged in pre-draft trades with the Charlotte Bobcats, primarily involving agreements for the Bobcats to select specific unprotected players in exchange for draft assets or cash, all finalized by June 21. These transactions were permitted under NBA rules to facilitate roster management while adhering to protection lists. The most prominent pre-draft trade was announced on June 21 (and finalized June 22) between the Bobcats and the . Charlotte acquired the Clippers' No. 2 overall pick in the in exchange for its own No. 4 and No. 33 picks, contingent on the Bobcats selecting Clippers center in the . This deal cleared cap space for the Clippers by offloading Drobnjak's $5.315 million contract over two years and positioned Charlotte to target elite lottery talents amid the draft's top prospects, Dwight Howard and Emeka Okafor, whose positions were influenced by the expansion team's inclusion in the lottery draw. Ultimately, the trade enabled the Bobcats to secure Okafor at No. 2 after Orlando selected Howard first. Another key agreement involved the , with the Bobcats committing to select forward in exchange for Phoenix's No. 13 first-round pick in the and $3 million in cash considerations. Negotiations for this salary-dump deal, aimed at freeing approximately $5.9 million in cap space for the Suns, had been ongoing for months and were finalized by June 21. These pre-draft moves exemplified how the expansion process intertwined with the regular draft, allowing teams to strategically maneuver around player eligibility rules while building Charlotte's initial roster.

Draft-Day Trades

The day after the expansion draft, on June 23, the Bobcats executed two additional trades involving players they had selected in the expansion draft, prioritizing future assets over immediate roster additions. In the first, Charlotte traded the rights to center Zaza Pachulia, selected from the Orlando Magic, to the Milwaukee Bucks for the Bucks' 45th overall pick in the second round of the 2004 NBA draft. Pachulia, a 20-year-old Georgian prospect, had been unprotected by Orlando, but the Bobcats opted to flip him for the second-round selection, which they later used to draft forward Sean May (traded to other teams in subsequent deals). In the second June 23 trade, the Bobcats sent guard , acquired from the in the , to the in exchange for a 2005 first-round pick originally owed to by the from a 2002 transaction involving forward (which became the 13th overall pick, used to select ). , a 20-year-old Serbian sharpshooter, provided with young backcourt depth alongside . These two trades exemplified the Bobcats' strategy during the expansion process, converting selected players into valuable draft capital to build long-term flexibility rather than retaining the full 19-player haul from the draft. By relinquishing Pavlović and Pachulia immediately after selection, Charlotte netted a high-upside first-rounder and a second-round pick. Bobcats noted that such moves allowed the team to "add young talent and maintain flexibility" in roster construction. Overall, the transactions underscored the expansion draft's role as a platform, with these key exchanges altering Charlotte's initial acquisitions into assets that shaped their early franchise trajectory.

Aftermath

Roster Formation

Following the 2004 NBA expansion draft, the Charlotte Bobcats immediately executed trades involving three selected players—Predrag Drobnjak to the Los Angeles Clippers for the No. 2 pick in the regular draft, Aleksandar Pavlović to the Cleveland Cavaliers for a protected first-round pick, and Zaza Pachulia to the Milwaukee Bucks for the No. 45 pick—to acquire assets for further roster building. Most of the nine restricted free agents selected, including Lonny Baxter from the Washington Wizards and J.R. Bremer from the Golden State Warriors, were not tendered offers and became unrestricted free agents on July 1, 2004, effectively releasing them from the team; however, Jason Kapono and Tamar Slay were retained initially. Among the remaining under-contract selections, several were waived during the offseason and preseason, such as Brandon Hunter (initially retained but traded later) and others not carried into the regular season, resulting in approximately 10 of the 19 draftees being removed from the roster through waivers, trades, or non-retention. By the start of in 2004, the Bobcats had retained seven players from the expansion draft: , , , Jamal Sampson, Theron Smith, , and , providing a foundational core of versatile forwards, wings, and big men. To bolster depth, the team signed free agents including Jason Hart on July 14 and on August 31, while acquiring shooting guard and forward from the on July 15 in exchange for two future second-round picks. Additional additions came via undrafted free agents and s, such as forward Robinson (selected 45th overall via the Pachulia ). The team later acquired shooting guard from the on December 6 in exchange for two future second-round picks. The regular NBA draft contributed significantly, with the No. 2 overall pick used to select from the , who joined as the centerpiece of the frontcourt alongside Wallace and Brezec. Roster projections centered on a youthful core featuring at for playmaking, Wallace as a defensive wing, and Okafor anchoring the interior, with Brezec projected as the starting center to complement the group's athleticism and potential. During and the preseason, further tweaks occurred, including the of Slay on October 1, emphasizing a focus on integrating summer league standouts like Matt Carroll and prioritizing development over immediate veteran experience. The Bobcats' initial payroll totaled $23.9 million for the 2004-05 season, adhering to the expansion rule limiting spending to 66% of the league's $43.9 million and reflecting a strategy built around cost-controlled youth with an average roster age of 25.3. This approach allowed flexibility for midseason moves, such as the November 1 trade of Hunter to the for , while fostering long-term growth around emerging talents like Okafor and Wallace.

League Impact

The 2004 NBA expansion draft provided significant financial and strategic benefits to existing teams, primarily through the creation of trade exceptions for players selected by the Charlotte Bobcats. When a player under contract was chosen, their original team received a trade exception equal to that player's salary, allowing for future acquisitions without immediate cap hits. Across the 19 selections, these exceptions totaled more than $20 million, giving teams added flexibility in roster management during the salary-cap era. For instance, the traded their No. 2 pick in the regular draft to Charlotte for the No. 4 pick, in exchange for the Bobcats selecting center (whose $2.55 million salary generated a corresponding exception) and other concessions, which indirectly contributed to cap space that aided subsequent moves. Similarly, the arranged for Charlotte to select center ($6 million salary), providing the Suns with $3 million in relief (after paying Charlotte $3 million and a future first-round pick to facilitate the deal), enabling them to clear sufficient cap space to sign free agent , who led the team to back-to-back MVP awards in 2005 and 2006. The draft resulted in minimal talent drain for established franchises, as the Bobcats primarily selected role players, underperformers, or fringe contributors rather than core stars. All 29 NBA teams protected up to eight players each, shielding high-impact talents like , , and , while exposing veterans on expiring deals or young prospects with limited roles. Notable picks included (a second-year forward from Sacramento) and (a sharpshooter from ), but no All-Stars or franchise cornerstones were lost, preserving the competitive depth of contenders and allowing the league to maintain its balance without major disruptions. The expansion enhanced league parity in mixed ways, introducing a deliberately weakened team that finished 18-64 in its inaugural 2004-05 season, thus avoiding an immediate threat to playoff contenders while diluting the talent pool only marginally. However, it boosted overall through a $300 million expansion paid by Bobcats ownership, distributed equally among the other 29 teams to offset any short-term costs and fund improvements. In the Southeast Division, the addition restored balance to five teams (joining , , Orlando, and Washington after the original Hornets' relocation), fostering regional rivalries and more even scheduling without overconcentrating strength in powerhouse markets. Long-term effects rippled through the league, as select draftees like Wallace evolved into stars, earning All-Defensive honors and an nod in 2010 while anchoring Charlotte's defense for years. The expansion process also facilitated key trades in the 2004 regular draft, such as the Clippers-Bobcats pick swap that enabled Charlotte to select at No. 2 and the Suns' maneuvering for , which collectively reshaped rosters and accelerated the free-agent market's influence on contention windows. In 2024, the Charlotte Hornets commemorated the draft's 20th anniversary with a retrospective article titled 'Starting From Scratch' by Sam Perley, featuring firsthand accounts from participants like Gerald Wallace.

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