NBA Draft 2016: Pick by pick

1. Philadelphia: Ben Simmons (PHI) Power Forward / 6-10 / Louisiana State / Freshman Sixers go with the player most likely to become a superstar in this draft. A lot of pressure on the Australian forward to deliver for a long-suffering franchise.

Twitter: @BenSimmons25

Comparison: LeBron James

Salary: $4,919,300*

2. LA Lakers: Brandon Ingram (LAL) Small Forward / 6-9 / Duke / Freshman Versatile forward who upgrades the talent level of the lowly Lakers. Needs to get a lot stronger, but should be able to contribute right away in L.A.

Twitter: @B_Ingram13

Comparison: Kevin Durant

Salary: $4,401,400*

Key: (*) Standard salary for players selected with that pick in 2016-17.

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