
Hannes Steinbach’s Draft Night Marks a New Era for German Huskies
Hannes Steinbach was selected 14th overall by the Charlotte Hornets in the 2026 NBA Draft, joining an elite group of German players who have shaped the league.
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Hannes Steinbach was selected 14th overall by the Charlotte Hornets in the 2026 NBA Draft, joining an elite group of German players who have shaped the league.

Since 1947, the NBA Draft has produced a parade of No. 1 overall selections, many of whom honed their games at top collegiate programs. This article traces the schools and high schools that have supplied the league’s most coveted first‑overall talents, spotlighting Duke’s six picks, the Cavaliers’ record six selections, and the rise of phenoms like Cooper Flagg.

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