First overall pick Yao Ming joins Rockets in historic draft
Yao Ming, seven five feet tall, gained clearance to play in the NBA and was chosen No 1 by Houston, the first foreign player to fall to the top spot without college play in the United States. He thanked his family and said the move marks a new start in his basketball life.
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Rush Drafted 20th by Raptors Then Traded to Lakers
Former Missouri star Kareem Rush was picked 20th overall by Toronto in the NBA draft and traded to the Los Angeles Lakers for Lindsey Hunter and Chris Jefferies. Rush, who averaged 19.8 points as a junior and 21.1 as a sophomore, joins Kobe Bryant and Shaquille O Neal in L A.
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Gooden lands NBA riches with Grizzlies after Kansas run
Drew Gooden, towering KU product, goes fourth in the NBA draft to Memphis, securing a three year, 7.2 million guaranteed deal. He comments on Kansas, Elvis, and the moment his name was announced, while NBA star Jerry West shapes his future as GM.
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Williams discusses Gooden pick and NBA draft night
Williams says he expected Drew Gooden to go to Memphis and praises the Duke forward's progress. He notes Golden State favored Dunleavy and recalls talks with Jerry West, Houston, Chicago, and Golden State. Pollard and Hinrich comment on Gooden’s selection as KU alumni enjoy a camp event and a 50-0 camp win.
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