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2005 NBA draft
General information
SportBasketball
DateJune 28, 2005
LocationThe Theater at Madison Square Garden (New York City, New York)
NetworkESPN
Overview
60 total selections in 2 rounds
LeagueNBA
First selectionAndrew Bogut (Milwaukee Bucks)
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The 2005 NBA draft took place on June 28, 2005, in the Theater at Madison Square Garden in New York City. In this draft, NBA teams took turns selecting amateur college basketball players and other first-time eligible players, such as players from high schools and non-North American leagues. The NBA announced that 49 college and high school players and 11 international players had filed as early-entry candidates for the draft.[1]

This was the last NBA draft for which high school players were eligible. The new collective bargaining agreement between the league and its players union established a new age limit for draft eligibility. Starting with the 2006 NBA draft, players of any nationality who complete athletic eligibility at a U.S. high school cannot declare themselves eligible for the draft unless they turn 19 no later than December 31 of the year of the draft and are at least one year removed from the graduation of their high school classes. International players, defined in the NBA's collective bargaining agreement as non-US nationals who did not complete athletic eligibility at a U.S. high school, must turn 19 (or older) in the calendar year of the draft, up from 18.

This draft is notable for a most recent draft pick from an NAIA (and non-NCAA) school in any round; that pick is Robert Whaley, the 51st player drafted from Walsh University, which is now in NCAA Division II. As of 2025, Chris Paul is the only remaining player from this draft class still actively playing in the NBA.

Draft selections

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Andrew Bogut was selected 1st overall by the Milwaukee Bucks.
Deron Williams was selected 3rd overall by the Utah Jazz.
Chris Paul was selected 4th overall by the New Orleans Hornets.
Andrew Bynum was selected 10th overall by the Los Angeles Lakers.
Danny Granger was selected 17th overall by the Indiana Pacers.
David Lee was selected 30th overall by the New York Knicks.
Monta Ellis was selected 40th overall by the Golden State Warriors.
Lou Williams was selected 45th overall by the Philadelphia 76ers.
G Guard F Forward C Center
* Denotes player who has been selected for at least one All-Star Game and All-NBA Team
+ Denotes player who has been selected for at least one All-Star Game
x Denotes player who has been selected for at least one All-NBA Team
# Denotes player who has never appeared in an NBA regular-season or playoff game
~ Denotes player who has been selected as Rookie of the Year
Round Pick Player Position Nationality[n 1] Team School/club team
1 1 Andrew Bogutx C  Australia Milwaukee Bucks Utah (So.)
1 2 Marvin Williams F  United States Atlanta Hawks North Carolina (Fr.)
1 3 Deron Williams* PG  United States Utah Jazz (from Portland)[f] Illinois (Jr.)
1 4 Chris Paul*~ PG  United States New Orleans Hornets Wake Forest (So.)
1 5 Raymond Felton PG  United States Charlotte Bobcats North Carolina (Jr.)
1 6 Martell Webster G/F  United States Portland Trail Blazers (from Utah)[f] Seattle Prep. School (Seattle)
1 7 Charlie Villanueva F  United States
 Dominican Republic 		Toronto Raptors Connecticut (So.)
1 8 Channing Frye C  United States New York Knicks Arizona (Sr.)
1 9 Ike Diogu F  Nigeria Golden State Warriors Arizona State (Jr.)
1 10 Andrew Bynum* C  United States Los Angeles Lakers St. Joseph HS (Metuchen, New Jersey)
1 11 Fran Vázquez# F/C  Spain Orlando Magic Unicaja Málaga (Spain)
1 12 Yaroslav Korolev F  Russia Los Angeles Clippers CSKA Moscow (Russia)
1 13 Sean May F  United States Charlotte Bobcats (from Cleveland via Phoenix)[g] North Carolina (Jr.)
1 14 Rashad McCants G  United States Minnesota Timberwolves North Carolina (Jr.)
1 15 Antoine Wright G/F  United States New Jersey Nets Texas A&M (Jr.)
1 16 Joey Graham F  United States Toronto Raptors (from Philadelphia via Denver and New Jersey)[h] Oklahoma State (Sr.)
1 17 Danny Granger+ SF  United States Indiana Pacers New Mexico (Sr.)
1 18 Gerald Green G/F  United States Boston Celtics Gulf Shores Academy (Houston, Texas)
1 19 Hakim Warrick F  United States Memphis Grizzlies Syracuse (Sr.)
1 20 Julius Hodge G  Antigua and Barbuda Denver Nuggets (from Washington via Orlando)[i] NC State (Sr.)
1 21 Nate Robinson G  United States Phoenix Suns (from Chicago, traded to New York)[j][a] Washington (Jr.)
1 22 Jarrett Jack G  United States Denver Nuggets (traded to Portland)[b] Georgia Tech (Jr.)
1 23 Francisco García G/F  Dominican Republic Sacramento Kings Louisville (Jr.)
1 24 Luther Head G  United States Houston Rockets Illinois (Sr.)
1 25 Johan Petro C  France Seattle SuperSonics Pau-Orthez (France)
1 26 Jason Maxiell F  United States Detroit Pistons Cincinnati (Sr.)
1 27 Linas Kleiza F  Lithuania Portland Trail Blazers (from Dallas via Utah, traded to Denver)[f][b] Missouri (So.)
1 28 Ian Mahinmi F/C  France San Antonio Spurs Le Havre (France)
1 29 Wayne Simien F  United States Miami Heat Kansas (Sr.)
1 30 David Lee* PF  United States New York Knicks (from Phoenix via San Antonio)[k] Florida (Sr.)
2 31 Salim Stoudamire G  United States Atlanta Hawks Arizona (Sr.)
2 32 Daniel Ewing G  United States Los Angeles Clippers (from Charlotte)[l] Duke (Sr.)
2 33 Brandon Bass F  United States New Orleans Hornets LSU (So.)
2 34 C. J. Miles G  United States Utah Jazz Skyline HS (Dallas)
2 35 Ricky Sánchez# F  Puerto Rico Portland Trail Blazers (traded to Denver)[b] IMG Academy (Bradenton, Florida)
2 36 Ersan İlyasova F  Turkey Milwaukee Bucks Ülkerspor (Turkey)
2 37 Ronny Turiaf F  France Los Angeles Lakers (from New York via Atlanta and Charlotte)[m] Gonzaga (Sr.)
2 38 Travis Diener G  United States
 Italy 		Orlando Magic (from Toronto)[n] Marquette (Sr.)
2 39 Von Wafer G  United States Los Angeles Lakers Florida State (So.)
2 40 Monta Ellis SG  United States Golden State Warriors Lanier HS (Jackson, Mississippi)
2 41 Roko Ukić G  Croatia Toronto Raptors (from Orlando)[n] KK Split (Croatia)
2 42 Chris Taft F  United States Golden State Warriors (from L.A. Clippers via New Jersey)[o] Pittsburgh (So.)
2 43 Mile Ilić C  Serbia and Montenegro New Jersey Nets KK Reflex (Serbia and Montenegro)
2 44 Martynas Andriuškevičius C  Lithuania Orlando Magic (from Cleveland, traded to Cleveland)[p][c] Žalgiris Kaunas (Lithuania)
2 45 Lou Williams SG  United States Philadelphia 76ers South Gwinnett HS (Snellville, Georgia)
2 46 Erazem Lorbek# F  Slovenia Indiana Pacers Climamio Bologna (Italy)
2 47 Bracey Wright G  United States Minnesota Timberwolves Indiana (Jr.)
2 48 Mickaël Gelabale F  France Seattle SuperSonics (from Memphis)[q] Real Madrid (Spain)
2 49 Andray Blatche F  Philippines Washington Wizards South Kent School (South Kent, Connecticut)
2 50 Ryan Gomes F  United States Boston Celtics Providence (Sr.)
2 51 Robert Whaley C  United States Utah Jazz (from Chicago via Houston)[r] Walsh (Sr.)
2 52 Axel Hervelle# F  Belgium Denver Nuggets Real Madrid (Spain)
2 53 Orien Greene G  United States Boston Celtics (from Sacramento)[s] Louisiana-Lafayette (Sr.)
2 54 Dijon Thompson G/F  United States New York Knicks (from Houston, traded to Phoenix)[t][a] UCLA (Sr.)
2 55 Lawrence Roberts F  United States Seattle SuperSonics (traded to Memphis)[d] Mississippi State (Sr.)
2 56 Amir Johnson F  United States Detroit Pistons Westchester HS (Los Angeles)
2 57 Marcin Gortat F/C  Poland Phoenix Suns (from Dallas via New Orleans, traded to Orlando)[u][e] RheinEnergie Köln (Germany)
2 58 Uroš Slokar F  Slovenia Toronto Raptors (from Miami)[v] Snaidero Udine (Italy)
2 59 Cenk Akyol# G  Turkey Atlanta Hawks (from San Antonio)[w] Efes Pilsen (Turkey)
2 60 Alex Acker G  United States Detroit Pistons (from Phoenix via Utah and Philadelphia) Pepperdine (Jr.)
  1. ^ Nationality indicates the player's national team or representative nationality. If a player has not competed at the international level, then the nationality indicates the national team which the player is eligible to represent according to FIBA rules.

Notable undrafted players

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Further information: List of undrafted NBA players

These players who declared or were automatically eligible for the 2005 draft were not selected but have played in the NBA.

Player Position Nationality School/club team
Lance Allred PF/C  United States
 Mexico 		Weber State (Sr.)
Alan Anderson G-F  United States Michigan State (Sr.)
Kelenna Azubuike G-F  United States Kentucky (Jr.)
Eddie Basden G  United States Charlotte (Sr.)
Esteban Batista F-C  Uruguay Trouville (Uruguay)
Will Bynum G  United States Georgia Tech (Sr.)
Will Conroy PG  United States Washington (Sr.)
Yakhouba Diawara SG/SF  France Pepperdine (Sr.)
Sharrod Ford F-C  United States Clemson (Sr.)
Deng Gai F  Sudan Fairfield (Sr.)
Stephen Graham G  United States Oklahoma State (Sr.)
Devin Green G  United States Hampton (Sr.)
Mike Harris SF  United States Rice (Jr.)
Chuck Hayes C-F  United States Kentucky (Sr.)
Marcelo Huertas G  Brazil Joventut Badalona (Spain)
Dwayne Jones C-F  United States Saint Joseph's (Jr.)
Keith Langford G  United States Kansas (Sr.)
John Lucas III G  United States Oklahoma State (Sr.)
Rawle Marshall SF  Guyana
 United States 		Oakland (Sr.)
Ivan McFarlin PF  United States Oklahoma State (Sr.)
Aaron Miles G  United States Kansas (Sr.)
Randolph Morris C  United States Kentucky (Fr.)
Andre Owens G  United States Houston (Sr.)
Kevinn Pinkney C  United States Nevada (Sr.)
Roger Powell SF  United States Illinois (Sr.)
Ronnie Price G  United States Utah Valley State (Sr.)
Shavlik Randolph F  United States Duke (Jr.)
Anthony Roberson G  United States Florida (Jr.)
Luke Schenscher C  Australia Georgia Tech (Sr.)
Donell Taylor G  United States UAB (Sr.)
Matt Walsh G-F  United States Florida (Jr.)
Jawad Williams F  United States North Carolina (Sr.)

Trades involving draft picks

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Draft-day trades

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

Pre-draft trades

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Prior to the draft, the following trades were made and resulted in exchanges of draft picks between the teams.

Early entrants

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College underclassmen

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This year marked the first time in NBA draft history that over 100 underclassmen would declare their initial entry into the NBA draft with 108 total players doing so. However, 49 of these players that were either in college, high school, or overseas play at the time would withdraw from the draft, leaving a total of 59 underclassmen officially declaring their entry into this year's draft. The following college basketball players successfully applied for early draft entrance.[33]

High school players

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This would be the eleventh straight year in a row where at least one high school player would declare their entry into the NBA draft directly out of high school after previously only allowing it one time back in 1975. It would also be the last year that the NBA would officially allow for high school players to declare entry into the NBA draft directly out of high school. This year saw the highest amount of high schoolers entering the NBA draft with eleven total players officially entering, with Martellus Bennett, Keith Brumbaugh, and Brandon Rush each initially declaring their interest in joining the NBA draft, but ultimately withdrawing to instead spend some time in college going forward. This year also would see the youngest player being taken in NBA history with Andrew Bynum being selected at 17 years old and playing his first NBA game only 6 days after he turned 18 years old. The following high school players successfully applied for early draft entrance.[33]

International players

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The following international players successfully applied for early draft entrance.[33]

See also

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References

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The 2005 NBA draft was the 58th annual draft of the (NBA), held on June 28, 2005, at the in . In this event, the league's 30 teams selected 60 amateur players across two rounds, with the choosing Australian center from the as the first overall pick. Of those draftees, 55 ultimately appeared in at least one NBA game, marking a solid conversion rate for the class. The draft produced several impactful players who shaped franchises over the subsequent decades, most notably point guards (selected fourth overall by the New Orleans Hornets) and (third overall by the ), both of whom earned multiple selections and led their teams to deep playoff runs. Paul, in particular, announced on November 22, 2025, that he will retire after the 2025–26 season as the final active player from the 2005 draft class, having amassed 215.2 during his career and, as a member of the 2008 U.S. Olympic team, was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame as part of the Class of 2025. Other key first-round selections included Marvin Williams (second overall, ), point guard Raymond Felton (fifth, Charlotte Bobcats), and center Andrew Bynum (tenth, ), who played a pivotal role in the Lakers' 2009 and 2010 NBA championships. Beyond the lottery, the 2005 draft excelled in unearthing late-round gems that became All-Stars and reliable contributors, such as David Lee (30th overall, , 76.0 ), guard Monta Ellis (40th, ), and guard Lou Williams (45th, ). The class's collective output, led by Paul's dominance and supported by a depth of starters like Bogut (50.6 ) and Williams (77.3 ), underscores its reputation as one of the more productive drafts of the mid-2000s, yielding multiple franchise cornerstones despite lacking a singular MVP-caliber talent.

Overview

Date and location

The 2005 NBA draft was held on June 28, 2005, at the in . The event marked the annual selection process where NBA teams chose eligible amateur players to join their rosters for the upcoming season. Announcements of the draft selections began at 7:30 p.m. EDT and were broadcast live on , allowing a national audience to follow the proceedings in real time. NBA Commissioner presided over the event, introducing each pick from the stage as was customary for drafts during his tenure. The atmosphere included invited guests such as players' families, league scouts, and media personnel, creating an intimate setting focused on the draftees' moments on stage.

Draft format and rounds

The 2005 NBA draft was structured in a two-round format, consisting of 30 picks per round for a total of 60 selections, with each of the league's 30 teams allocated one pick per round unless altered by prior trades. This setup allowed teams to select amateur and eligible professional players, with traded picks potentially enabling some franchises to acquire multiple selections in a round while others might forfeit theirs. The draft process emphasized strategic allocation based on team needs, ensuring broad participation across the league. The order of selection was established by the reverse order of teams' regular-season winning percentages from the , positioning the worst-performing teams first and providing them with the highest odds in the draft lottery to secure one of the top three picks. For teams tied in , tiebreakers followed a standardized procedure: first, the head-to-head record between the tied teams; second, against divisional opponents; third, against conference opponents; and finally, a random if necessary. This system aimed to reward poorer performance while resolving ambiguities fairly, with the lottery process influencing only the initial positions as detailed in subsequent sections. Eligibility for the draft required players to meet specific criteria, including automatic inclusion for U.S. seniors and graduates, early entry declarations from underclassmen at least 60 days prior to the draft, direct declarations from high school graduates, and international players who were either at least 22 years old, had completed four years of professional following high school, or met equivalent professional standards. Notably, marked the final draft permitting direct high school entries without further age or post-graduation requirements. All teams selected in both rounds irrespective of prior contractual obligations, fostering comprehensive talent acquisition across the league.

Draft Lottery and Order

Lottery process and results

The 2005 NBA Draft Lottery was held on May 24, 2005, at the Studios in , and televised live on . The event determined the order of the first-round picks for the 14 teams that missed the in the 2004–05 season, with the eight playoff teams' picks slotted afterward in inverse order of their regular-season records. The lottery employed a weighted probability system to discourage intentional tanking, assigning each non-playoff team a varying number of from 1,000 possible outcomes generated by drawing four ping-pong balls (numbered 1 through 14) from a without replacement. The drawings for the top three picks used flat odds among qualifying teams once a combination was matched, while positions 4 through 9 were assigned sequentially based on regular-season records if not altered by the lottery; seven teams held the majority of the combinations, amplifying their chances for the top selections. To maintain integrity, the ping-pong ball draws occurred privately earlier in the day, with results sealed in envelopes; during the broadcast, NBA drew the envelopes sequentially to reveal the order. Odds for the No. 1 overall pick were distributed inversely to regular-season performance, with the —holding the league's worst record of 13–69—receiving the highest probability at 25% (250 combinations). The expansion Charlotte Bobcats, in their second season with an 18–64 mark, garnered 17.7% (177 combinations), closely followed by the New Orleans Hornets at 17.8% (178 combinations) despite a matching record. The had 3.5% (35 combinations), the 11.9% (119 combinations), and odds tapered off for stronger non-playoff teams, reaching as low as 0.5% (5 combinations) for the best among them. In the results, the defied 6.3% odds (63 combinations) to secure the No. 1 pick, a dramatic upset that vaulted them from the sixth-worst record (30–52). The fell to No. 2, the to No. 3, the New Orleans Hornets to No. 4, and the Charlotte Bobcats to No. 5, with the remaining positions 6–14 filled in inverse record order among the other lottery teams. These outcomes established the initial framework for the draft order, subject to subsequent trades. The full lottery-determined order for picks 1–14 was:
PositionTeamRegular-Season Record
130–52
213–69
327–55
4New Orleans Hornets18–64
5Charlotte Bobcats18–64
626–56
733–49
833–49
934–48
1034–48
1136–46
1237–45
1342–40
1444–38
Note: The Charlotte Bobcats acquired the Cleveland Cavaliers' pick via a prior trade.
PositionTeamRegular-Season RecordOdds for No. 1 Pick
130–526.3%
213–6925.0%
327–5511.9%
4New Orleans Hornets18–6417.8%
5Charlotte Bobcats18–6417.7%

Final selection order

The final selection order for the 2005 NBA draft was determined by the results of the draft held on May 24, 2005, which set the positions for the first 14 picks among the non-playoff teams' draft rights, weighted by inverse regular-season . The remaining first-round picks (15–30) and all second-round picks (31–60) followed in reverse order of the 2004–05 regular-season records, with playoff teams picking last in the first round. Several pre-draft and draft-day trades transferred rights to specific picks, altering which teams made selections; for instance, the acquired the third overall pick from the in exchange for their sixth, twenty-seventh (acquired via from ), and a lottery-protected 2006 first-round picks. No picks were forfeited, and there were no significant team obligations from prior years affecting the order beyond standard lottery participation. Ties in records were resolved per NBA rules (head-to-head outcomes, intraconference and intradivision records, and random drawings if needed) prior to the lottery; notably, the New Orleans Hornets won the over the Charlotte Bobcats, both at 18–64, assigning the Hornets the second-worst position and slightly better (17.8% vs. 17.7%). The order applied uniformly to all eligible players, including international prospects who could be selected without prior U.S. college or professional experience. The complete 60-pick order, reflecting all lottery outcomes, record-based assignments, and trade adjustments, is as follows:
PickTeam
1
2
3
4New Orleans Hornets
5Charlotte Bobcats
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13Charlotte Bobcats
14
15New Jersey Nets
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33New Orleans Hornets
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43New Jersey Nets
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
51
52
53
54
55
56
57
58
59
60

Eligibility and Early Entrants

College underclassmen

In the 2005 NBA draft, 61 college underclassmen initially declared for early entry, reflecting a surge in players—primarily juniors and sophomores, with some freshmen—opting to test the professional waters after strong collegiate performances. This group represented a notable portion of the overall early-entry pool, driven by the NBA's eligibility rules allowing underclassmen without agents to participate in the pre-draft process while retaining the option to return to school. The declaration process required players to notify the NBA by early May 2005, with the NCAA providing advisories on academic and eligibility implications to ensure informed decisions. Withdrawals were permitted until June 21, 2005, one week before the draft, enabling many to gauge feedback from workouts and team interviews before committing fully. Of the 61 college declarants, 23 ultimately withdrew and returned to their programs, preserving their NCAA eligibility for the following season. Prominent examples included , a junior center at the whose dominant 2004-05 campaign—averaging 20.4 points, 12.2 rebounds, and 2.3 assists per game—positioned him as the consensus top prospect, leading to his selection as the No. 1 overall pick by the . Similarly, , a guard from Wake Forest known for his elite playmaking and scoring (15.3 points, 6.6 assists per game that season), declared after earning national acclaim and was drafted fourth overall by the New Orleans Hornets. , a junior from with averages of 12.5 points and 6.8 assists, and , a junior from posting 12.9 points and 6.9 assists, rounded out a strong contingent of backcourt talent; Williams went third to the , while Felton was taken fifth by the Charlotte Bobcats. This draft class underscored emerging trends in early entry, with a focus on leveraging peak college production for NBA opportunities, though true one-and-done success remained rare prior to the league's 2006 age minimum rule—exemplified by freshman Marvin Williams of North Carolina, who averaged 11.3 points and 6.6 rebounds en route to the No. 2 pick by the Atlanta Hawks. Many declarants, like junior forward Pops Mensah-Bonsu from George Washington (12.6 points, 6.6 rebounds), weighed the risks and chose to withdraw after positive feedback, returning for senior seasons to bolster their resumes. Others, such as J.J. Barea from Northeastern, opted out and re-entered the following year, eventually being selected in the second round of the 2006 draft. The 38 who stayed in the draft provided teams with versatile talent, though not all secured selections, highlighting the competitive nature of the process.

High school players

The 2005 NBA draft represented the final year in which American high school players could declare as without first attending college, following the ratification of a new agreement in June 2005 that established a minimum age of 19 and required one year of post-high school experience for future drafts. Declarations for the draft shared an early entry deadline in late 2005, after which players had until to withdraw if they had not signed with an agent. A total of nine high school players were ultimately selected, highlighting the end of the "prep-to-pro" era that had seen increasing numbers of young talents bypass traditional college paths since Kevin Garnett's pioneering entry in 1995. These players, ineligible for NCAA competition upon declaring, transitioned directly to professional basketball based on scouting evaluations emphasizing raw athleticism, skill potential, and physical attributes over seasoned experience. For instance, from Lanier High School in , impressed scouts with his explosive scoring and playmaking, leading his team to a state championship while averaging 38.4 points, 7.9 rebounds, 6.9 assists, and 4.5 steals per game as a senior. Similarly, out of Bradford Christian Academy in stood out for his highlight-reel dunks and perimeter shooting, earning All-American honors despite questions about his defensive maturity. , from Westchester High School in , was valued for his 6-foot-9 frame, rebounding instincts, and versatility as a forward, while from South Kent School in drew attention for his 6-foot-11 height, passing vision, and post potential as a raw big man. The inclusion of high school players sparked significant controversy regarding their readiness for the NBA's physical and mental demands, with critics arguing that many lacked the maturity and development to succeed against professionals. Scouting reports often noted concerns over low maturity levels and incomplete games, contributing to a historically low success rate for direct high school entrants compared to college underclassmen or seniors—only a handful, like and , had become superstars, while others like struggled with consistency and adaptation. Green himself acknowledged the risks, stating, "There’s a lot of players that come out of high school that are not really prepared." Following the draft, several second-round high school selections were assigned to the NBA Development League (now G League) for further seasoning, reflecting teams' strategies to nurture young talent outside the main roster. Notable among these were players like Ellis (selected 40th overall by the ) and Blatche (49th by the ), who used stints to build experience before earning NBA rotations. Johnson (56th by the ) and Green (18th by the , later traded to ) also benefited from structured development paths, though Green's immediate NBA exposure with the Rockets underscored the varied approaches to integrating prep stars.

International players

In the 2005 NBA draft, 11 international players filed as early-entry candidates, underscoring the league's burgeoning interest in global talent beyond traditional U.S. pathways. These entrants typically hailed from professional environments in and other regions, where regulations allowed players to sign pro contracts as early as age 16, enabling them to declare for the NBA draft upon reaching the league's minimum age of 18 during the draft year. Prominent examples included Johan Petro from , selected 25th overall by the after two seasons with Pau-Orthez in the French professional league, where he averaged double-digit points as a teenager. of , drafted 11th by the , represented a high-profile case but ultimately never played in the NBA, choosing to stay with Real in amid contract disputes and reluctance to relocate. Similarly, from went 57th to the after developing in Polish and German pro leagues, later becoming a key NBA center for over a decade. These players often encountered significant hurdles, including visa processing delays, linguistic barriers, and the need to adjust from methodical European systems to the NBA's emphasis on athleticism and perimeter play, which prompted some, like Vázquez, to extend their overseas careers. The draft also reflected broader trends, with NBA teams ramping up scouting operations across and amid a surge in international representation—roster spots for foreign-born players had climbed from 29 in 1997 to 81 by the 2004-05 season—positioning 2005 as a pivotal year for the league's .

Draft Selections

First round picks

The first round of the 2005 NBA Draft featured 30 selections made by NBA teams on June 28, 2005, at in . The chose center from the as the No. 1 overall pick, making him the first Australian-born player ever selected at the top of the draft. Bogut, standing at 7 feet tall, was praised in pre-draft scouting for his shot-blocking ability and passing skills as a big man during his junior season at , where he averaged 18.5 points, 12.8 rebounds, and 3.6 assists per game. A notable surprise occurred at No. 2, when the opted for forward from the over the highly touted , despite mock drafts projecting Paul as a top-two selection due to his playmaking and defensive prowess; UNC made history that night with four lottery picks from their 2005 national championship team: Marvin Williams (#2), Raymond Felton (#5), Sean May (#13), and Rashad McCants (#14). Williams, a 6-foot-9 forward who contributed to North Carolina's 2005 national championship as a freshman, was selected for his versatile scoring and athleticism. The followed at No. 3 with from the University of Illinois, acquired via a pre-draft trade with the for the No. 6 pick and other assets. At No. 4, the New Orleans Hornets selected from Wake Forest, where he led the team in steals (2.4 per game) as a sophomore while averaging 18.8 points and 6.6 assists. Several draft-day trades affected player assignments, including the selecting at No. 21 before trading his rights, along with , to the for Kurt Thomas and the rights to the 54th pick, and the choosing at No. 22 before sending him to the in a multi-player deal. The full list of first-round selections is presented below, including player positions, heights (as measured at the pre-draft camp), and college or country of origin. , selected 11th by the , is denoted with an asterisk (*) as he never appeared in an NBA game, instead returning to play professionally in .
PickTeamPlayerPositionHeightCollege/Country
1MILC7-0 (Australia)
2ATLF6-9
3UTAG6-3
4NOHG6-0Wake Forest
5CHAG6-1
6PORG/F6-7USA (high school)
7TORF6-11UConn
8NYKF/C6-11
9GSWIke DioguF6-9Arizona State
10LALC7-0USA (high school)
11ORL*C6-11
12LACYaroslav KorolevF6-9
13CHAF/C6-9
14MING6-4
15NJNAntoine WrightG/F6-7Texas A&M
16TORF6-7Oklahoma State
17INDF6-8New Mexico
18BOSG/F6-8USA (high school)
19MEMF6-9Syracuse
20DENG6-7NC State
21PHO (traded to NYK)G5-9Washington
22DEN (traded to POR)G6-3
23SACFrancisco GarcíaG/F6-7Louisville
24HOUG6-3
25SEAJohan PetroC7-0
26DETF6-7
27PORF6-8
28SASC6-11
29MIAF6-9Kansas
30NYKDavid LeeF6-9Florida

Second round picks

The second round of the 2005 NBA draft featured selections from the 31st to 60th overall picks, typically comprising prospects viewed as developmental talents, including a notable contingent of high school graduates and international players who often faced uncertain paths to NBA rosters. Unlike first-round selections, which carried guaranteed contracts, second-round picks generally received non-guaranteed or partially guaranteed offers, leading many to sign invitations, overseas deals, or G League (then NBDL) contracts to prove their value. This round highlighted the draft's depth, with frequent trades altering team acquisitions and underscoring the speculative nature of late selections. The following table lists all 30 second-round picks, including player names, positions, heights, origins, and the teams that selected them (noting that several rights were traded on draft night).
PickTeamPlayerPositionHeightOrigin
31ATLG6-1
32LACDaniel EwingG6-3
33NOHF6-8LSU
34UTAG/F6-6USA (high school)
35PORRicky SánchezF6-11
36MILErsan İlyasovaF6-10Turkey
37LALRonny TuriafF/C6-10Gonzaga
38ORLTravis DienerG6-1Marquette
39LALVon WaferG6-5Florida State
40GSWMonta EllisG6-3USA (high school)
41TORRoko UkićG6-5Croatia
42GSWChris TaftF/C6-10Pittsburgh
43NJNMile IlićC7-1Serbia
44ORLMartynas AndriuškevičiusC7-3Lithuania
45PHILou WilliamsG6-1USA (high school)
46INDErazem LorbekF6-10Slovenia
47MINBracey WrightG6-3Indiana
48SEAMickaël GelabaleF6-7France
49WASAndray BlatcheF/C6-11USA (high school)
50BOSRyan GomesF6-7Providence
51UTARobert WhaleyC6-10Walsh University
52DENAxel HervelleF6-9Belgium
53BOSOrien GreeneG6-4Louisiana
54NYKDijon ThompsonG/F6-7UCLA
55SEALawrence RobertsF6-9Mississippi State
56DETAmir JohnsonF6-9USA (high school)
57PHOMarcin GortatC6-11Poland
58TORUroš SlokarF6-10Slovenia
59ATLCenk AkyolG6-6Turkey
60DETAlex AckerG6-5Pepperdine
Trends in the second round reflected the era's emphasis on global scouting, with at least 10 international players selected, such as from Croatia (#41) and from Poland (#57), many of whom initially pursued professional careers overseas rather than immediate NBA entry. High school talents like (#40) and (#45) bypassed college, signing rookie-scale contracts and contributing early, while others, including (#56), secured two-way developmental deals that allowed roster flexibility. Picks were traded frequently during the draft, with examples including the rights to (#39) moving from the Lakers to the Nuggets and later the Mavericks, altering immediate team plans. Several selections, such as Orien Greene (#53) and Robert Whaley (#51), had brief or no NBA tenures, often waived after training camp, highlighting the round's high risk and undervalued potential for hidden gems amid roster battles.

Notable undrafted players

Several players eligible for the 2005 NBA draft went unselected but secured NBA contracts as undrafted free agents, contributing meaningfully to teams as role players over multi-year careers. These signings often occurred immediately after the draft or following summer league performances, highlighting teams' post-draft scouting for overlooked talent. Approximately 10 such players from the 2005 class signed NBA deals, a higher-than-average number for the era, partly due to evaluators missing on versatile defenders and rebounders who thrived in rotational roles. One prominent example is Chuck Hayes, a 6-foot-6 forward from the University of Kentucky, who signed a free-agent contract with the Houston Rockets on September 30, 2005, after impressing in their summer league. Hayes quickly became a defensive specialist and rebounder, starting 70 games in his second season (2006-07) and averaging 5.5 points and a team-high 6.9 rebounds per game while helping the Rockets to a 52-win season. Over an 11-year NBA career primarily with Houston, Sacramento, and Toronto, he amassed over 3,000 rebounds and earned a reputation for gritty play despite his undersized frame for the power forward position. Ronnie Price, a guard from Utah Valley State, inked a deal with the Sacramento Kings shortly after the draft, debuting in the 2005-06 season. Known for his perimeter defense and hustle, Price appeared in 54 games as a averaging 2.5 points, and went on to a 13-season career across seven teams, including stints with the Utah Jazz and Orlando Magic where he provided backcourt energy off the bench. His longevity as a reserve point guard underscored the value of undrafted players in filling depth needs, with career totals exceeding 2,000 points and 500 steals. Alan Anderson, a 6-foot-6 wing from Michigan State, signed a multi-year contract with the expansion Charlotte Bobcats on August 5, 2005, after going undrafted. Anderson spent his first two seasons with Charlotte, averaging 5.5 points in 2006-07, before overseas stints and returns to the NBA, culminating in a strong 2012-13 campaign with the Brooklyn Nets where he averaged 7.2 points and shot 38.3% from three in the Across nine NBA seasons with five teams, he provided scoring punch from the wing, totaling over 2,000 points and demonstrating resilience after early career hurdles. These undrafted contributors from the 2005 class often outperformed lower second-round picks in rebounding and defensive impact, filling key bench roles for playoff contenders like the Rockets and Jazz. Their success reflected a trend in the draft where international and mid-major prospects were undervalued, leading to more free-agent gems than in shallower classes.

Trades Involving Picks

Pre-draft trades

Prior to the 2005 NBA Draft held on June 28, several teams engaged in trades involving future draft picks, primarily to acquire established veterans or resolve prior obligations from expansion drafts and player deals. These pre-draft transactions, totaling around 15 involving 2005 picks, often featured protections or conditions and focused on bolstering immediate rosters rather than blockbuster exchanges for stars. One notable first-round trade occurred on June 24, 2004, when the Phoenix Suns acquired the Chicago Bulls' unprotected 2005 first-round pick (which became No. 9) in exchange for the draft rights to Luol Deng, selected seventh overall in the 2004 draft, along with the 31st pick in 2004 and cash considerations. This move allowed the Bulls to add a promising forward while giving the Suns flexibility for their contending roster. Another significant deal took place on December 17, 2004, as part of the blockbuster trade sending from the to the New Jersey Nets; the Raptors received the Nets' 2005 first-round pick (No. 7, top-eight protected from a prior deal, ultimately unprotected and used to select ), along with centers and Aaron Williams and forward . The pick originated from the via the Nets' 2004 acquisition in the Martin trade. This transaction marked a rebuilding pivot for Toronto, gaining assets including a high lottery selection. On the same date in 2004, the Utah Jazz traded the draft rights to , selected 21st overall in the 2004 draft, to the for the Mavericks' 2005 first-round pick (No. 27, later traded to the as part of the deal). The exchange provided Dallas with international upside while giving Utah additional draft capital for their post-/ era rebuild. In a February 24, 2005, transaction, the acquired the ' 2005 first-round pick (No. 30, via the from a 2003 deal) by trading center and guard Jamison Brewer to the Spurs for forward and the pick. Although the Knicks ultimately selected at No. 8 with their own pick, this acquisition (later used to select David Lee) aimed to address frontcourt depth amid a turbulent season. Second-round activity was equally active, with teams like the Charlotte Bobcats sending their 2005 second-round pick (No. 41) to the on June 22, 2004, in exchange for forward and $3 million in cash as part of expansion draft arrangements. Other deals included the Golden State Warriors obtaining the Los Angeles Clippers' 2005 second-round pick (No. 42) on February 14, 2005, via a Clifford Robinson trade chain, and the securing multiple second-rounders from the and through earlier veteran swaps. These maneuvers, often involving role players or cash, allowed contenders like the Suns and Jazz to consolidate picks for depth while expansion and rebuilding teams like the Bobcats traded future assets for immediate help. Overall, such trades set the stage for draft-day fluidity without major disruptions to the top selections.

Draft-day trades

The 2005 NBA draft, held on June 28 at the Theater at Madison Square Garden in New York City, featured several trades executed during the live broadcast, as Commissioner David Stern announced deals at the podium to heighten the event's drama. These draft-day exchanges often involved immediate swaps of player rights or picks, sometimes including cash considerations or protected future selections, allowing teams to adjust rosters in real time. Unlike pre-draft maneuvers, these transactions unfolded as selections were made, reshuffling assets and enabling teams like the Utah Jazz to secure franchise-altering talent. In total, eight such deals were completed, focusing primarily on mid-first-round picks and second-round rights. One of the most prominent trades occurred early in the first round, when the Utah Jazz acquired the No. 3 pick from the Portland Trail Blazers in exchange for their Nos. 6 and 27 picks. This allowed Utah to select point guard Deron Williams from the University of Illinois, addressing a key need at the position and setting the stage for the team's playoff contention in subsequent years. Portland, in turn, used the No. 6 pick to draft forward Martell Webster, a high school player from Abraham Lincoln High School, gaining immediate frontcourt depth while retaining the No. 27 selection for further flexibility. Subsequent deals further altered the draft's landscape. The New York Knicks and Phoenix Suns executed a blockbuster involving established players and picks: New York received guard Nate Robinson (No. 21 pick from the University of Washington) and forward Quentin Richardson, plus cash, while sending forward Kurt Thomas and guard Dijon Thompson (No. 54 pick from the University of California) to Phoenix. This trade bolstered the Knicks' backcourt with youthful energy and scoring, while Phoenix added veteran size in Thomas to complement their up-tempo style. Later, the Denver Nuggets traded the rights to guard Jarrett Jack (No. 22 pick from Georgia Tech) to Portland for forward Linas Kleiza (No. 27 pick from Missouri) and forward Ricky Sanchez (No. 35 pick from Rutgers), allowing Denver to stockpile international prospects for developmental potential. Second-round trades rounded out the activity, emphasizing future assets and minor roster tweaks. The Orlando Magic sent the rights to center Martynas Andriuskevicius (No. 44 pick from Lithuania's Zalgiris Kaunas) to the Cleveland Cavaliers for a 2006 second-round pick and cash, prioritizing long-term flexibility over an overseas prospect who never played in the NBA. Similarly, the Seattle SuperSonics dealt the rights to forward Lawrence Roberts (No. 55 pick from Missouri) to the Memphis Grizzlies for 2006 and 2007 second-round picks plus cash, opting for multiple future opportunities rather than a single late selection. The Phoenix Suns then traded the rights to center Marcin Gortat (No. 57 pick from the Polish League's Anwil Wloclawek) to Orlando for cash considerations, freeing cap space while Orlando gained a promising big man who later became a starter. These moves exemplified teams' strategies to balance immediate needs with future roster building. Overall, the draft-day trades reshuffled key assets, with teams like the Jazz enhancing their core around Williams and the Suns pursuing veteran stability through the Thomas acquisition. Such exchanges added unpredictability to the proceedings, as Stern's live announcements kept viewers engaged while teams maneuvered for competitive edges in the salary-cap era.

Legacy and Impact

Career highlights of key draftees

The 2005 NBA draft class produced several standout players who achieved significant individual accolades and milestones throughout their careers, with emerging as the most decorated. This group contributed five All-Stars and multiple NBA champions, highlighting the draft's depth despite early criticisms of its top selections. , selected fourth overall by the New Orleans Hornets, won the Rookie of the Year Award in 2006 after averaging 16.1 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 7.8 assists per game in his debut season. He earned 12 NBA All-Star selections, including appearances from 2006 to 2016 and in 2021, along with 11 All-NBA team honors (four First Team, six Second Team, one Third Team). Paul also secured nine All-Defensive team selections (five First Team, four Second Team) and was named All-Star Game MVP in 2013. As of November 2025, he remains active with the , having played 20 seasons and ranking among the league's all-time leaders in assists (12,528, fourth) and steals (2,726, second). Deron Williams, picked third overall by the Utah Jazz, established himself as a premier earning three consecutive All-Star nods from 2010 to 2012. He received two All-NBA Second Team honors in 2008 and 2010, and was named to the All-Rookie First Team in 2006 after posting 10.8 points and 5.4 assists as a rookie. Williams averaged 16.3 points, 8.1 assists, and 3.1 rebounds over 845 games across 12 seasons before retiring in 2017. Andrew Bogut, the No. 1 overall pick by the Milwaukee Bucks, anchored defenses throughout his career, winning an NBA championship with the Golden State Warriors in 2015. He earned All-NBA Third Team honors in 2010 and All-Defensive Second Team in 2015. Bogut, an Australian international, also made the All-Rookie First Team in 2006 and retired in 2020 after 14 NBA seasons, averaging 9.6 points and 8.7 rebounds. Other notable contributors include David Lee, selected 30th by the New York Knicks, who won a championship with the 2016 Warriors and earned two All-Star selections (2010, 2013) plus All-NBA Second Team in 2010. Averaging 13.5 points and 8.8 rebounds over 844 games, Lee retired in 2017. Andrew Bynum, the 10th pick by the Los Angeles Lakers, captured two titles (2009, 2010) and one All-Star berth in 2013, along with All-NBA Second Team that year, before injuries shortened his career; he averaged 11.5 points and 7.7 rebounds in 415 games. Monta Ellis, taken 40th by the Golden State Warriors, developed into a scoring machine with two All-Star appearances (2010, 2011), averaging 17.8 points over 736 games across 10 seasons before retiring in 2017. Danny Granger, the 17th pick by the Indiana Pacers, earned All-Star honors in 2009 and the Most Improved Player Award that year, while leading the league in scoring with 25.8 points per game in 2010; his career spanned 10 NBA seasons with averages of 15.3 points. Lou Williams, selected 45th overall by the Philadelphia 76ers, became a prolific scorer off the bench, earning three Sixth Man of the Year awards (2015, 2018, 2019) and one All-Star selection (2018), while averaging 14.1 points over 17 seasons before retiring in 2023. No player from the class won Defensive Player of the Year, but Chris Paul was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame as part of the Class of 2025.

Long-term effects on teams and league

The selection of Andrew Bogut as the first overall pick by the Milwaukee Bucks initiated a prolonged rebuilding phase for the franchise throughout the 2010s, marked by consistent underperformance and no championships until the Giannis Antetokounmpo era, as Bogut's injury-plagued tenure failed to elevate the team beyond mediocrity despite early defensive promise. In contrast, the Utah Jazz's choice of Deron Williams third overall fueled a competitive resurgence in the Western Conference, propelling the team to the 2007 Western Conference Finals and sustaining playoff appearances through the late 2000s with a .595 regular-season during his tenure. The Golden State Warriors benefited from second-round value in Monta Ellis (40th overall), whose scoring prowess laid groundwork for the franchise's transition, indirectly contributing to the 2015 onward dynasty via trades that cleared paths for core pieces like Stephen Curry. League-wide, the 2005 draft underscored risks associated with high school prospects, exemplified by busts like the Seattle SuperSonics' Johan Petro (25th overall from France), prompting enhanced international scouting protocols and contributing to the NBA's 2006 collective bargaining agreement that banned direct high school entries, establishing a 19-year-old minimum age to improve player readiness. This shift, implemented post-2005, aimed to mitigate developmental failures seen in raw talents like Dwight Howard, while failures in evaluating international picks like Petro accelerated more rigorous global talent assessment. Economically, undrafted or late-second-round players such as Marcin Gortat (57th overall) demonstrated the draft's spillover value into free agency, where he became a reliable starter for multiple playoff contenders, highlighting how overlooked talent bolstered roster depth across the league. Overall, the class populated over 10 playoff rosters in the subsequent decade, influencing team-building strategies amid rising salary cap dynamics. By 2025, the draft class's legacy endures in the analytics-driven NBA, with Chris Paul's career assist totals ranking among the all-time elite, sustaining his influence as one of the few active players from the group into his 40s, while most draftees had retired by the early 2020s. Critiques of the draft often center on the third-overall selection of Williams over Paul at fourth, a decision debated for years due to Paul's superior longevity and efficiency, though Williams initially outperformed in head-to-head matchups and team success.

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