NBA Draft 2024 to Expand to Two-Day Format

First Round on June 26, Second Round on June 27

The NBA has announced that the 2024 NBA Draft will expand to two nights, with the first round taking place on June 26, 2024 at 8:00 PM ET on ESPN and ABC, and the second round held on June 27, 2024 at 4:00 PM ET on ESPN.

This is the first time the NBA Draft will be held over two nights, and it is a significant change to the traditional format. The draft has been held over one night since 1985, and the expansion to two nights will give fans more time to follow the action and see their favorite prospects get drafted.

The first round of the draft will feature the top 14 picks, while the second round will feature the remaining 30 picks. The draft order for the first round will be determined by the results of the 2023-24 NBA season, while the draft order for the second round will be determined by reverse order of the 2023-24 NBA season.

The expansion of the NBA Draft to two nights is a sign of the growing popularity of the event. The draft is one of the most important events in the NBA calendar, and it is a great way for fans to see the future stars of the league.