The 2014 NBA draft was one of the most heralded in recent memory. Phenoms Andrew Wiggins, Jabari Parker and Joel Embiid packed insane potential at the top, but the lottery was littered with depth.
From Oklahoma State standout Marcus Smart to proven collegiate commodities like Doug McDermott, intrigue lined the draft's first 14 picks.
However, as is generally the case, several high-profile lottery selections failed to live up to expectations during their rookie years.
Whether struggles were precipitated by injuries, schematic unfamiliarity or slow adjustments to the professional game, a handful of celebrated prospects faltered.
For the purposes of this examination, qualified players had to be selected in the 2014 lottery, fail to qualify for an All-Rookie team and appear in at least 30 games during the 2014-15 season. That means youngsters like Julius Randle and Noah Vonleh missed the cut.
Aaron Gordon, SF/PF, Orlando Magic
The 2014 draft's No. 4 overall pick was limited to 47 appearances (eight starts) due to a fractured bone on the ...
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