Brandan Keith Wright is an American former professional basketball player. Growing up in Tennessee, Wright fast became a standout at his high school Brentwood Academy, earning three "Mr. Basketball" titles, a feat no player at any level had ever done in Tennessee. After leading his high school team to four consecutive state championships, Wright was eventually recruited by the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill's basketball team. In his lone season as a Tar Heel, Wright was named the Atlantic Coast Conference Rookie of the Year, and earned All-ACC Second Team honors. In the 2007 NBA draft, Wright was chosen eighth overall by the Charlotte Bobcats, and in a draft-night trade was dealt to the Golden State Warriors for guard Jason Richardson.
Wright with the Mavericks in October 2012
Wright before a game as a member of the Warriors in 2009
The 2007 NBA draft was held on June 28, 2007, at the WaMu Theatre at Madison Square Garden in New York City. It was broadcast on television in 115 countries. In this draft, National Basketball Association (NBA) teams took turns selecting amateur U.S. college basketball players and other eligible players, including international players.
Greg Oden was selected 1st overall by the Portland Trail Blazers but was plagued with knee injuries and retired after 7 seasons.
Kevin Durant was selected 2nd overall by the Seattle SuperSonics and is considered to be one of the greatest scorers of all time, winning the 2014 MVP and winning back-to-back NBA Finals MVPs in 2017 and 2018.
Al Horford was selected 3rd overall by the Atlanta Hawks and has been named to 5 all-star teams.
Mike Conley was selected 4th overall by the Memphis Grizzlies.