Scoot Henderson picked third overall in 2023 NBA Draft

• Scoot Henderson missed out on the second overall pick for the 2023 NBA Draft to Brendan Miller
• Henderson was however picked by the Portland Trail Blazers as the third overall pick 
• Henderson, 19 was playing with the G League team Ignite as a guard prior to his pick

The Portland Trail Blazers made their selection in the NBA draft, picking G League Ignite guard Scoot Henderson as the third overall pick. Henderson had been in contention with Brandon Miller as the second prospect behind Victor Wembanyama, who was chosen first by the San Antonio Spurs.

While Miller went to the Charlotte Hornets as the second pick, Henderson expressed no disappointment about being chosen third. He is looking forward to joining a young core in Portland, including last year’s seventh pick, Shaedon Sharpe, and Anfernee Simons.

The draft also saw Amen Thompson selected fourth by the Houston Rockets and Ausar Thompson going fifth to the Detroit Pistons. These twin brothers, who played in the Overtime Elite program, are the first siblings since the 1976 ABA-NBA merger to be picked in the top five of the draft.

Scoot Henderson has been picked by the Portland Trail Blazers as the third overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft. | PHOTO: NBA |

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Henderson is excited about the possibility of playing alongside Damian Lillard, despite trade rumours surrounding Lillard. The Blazers’ decision to retain the third pick and add another young player may intensify the trade discussions involving Lillard, who had an outstanding season but missed the playoffs for the second consecutive year.

Henderson, standing at 6-foot-2 and weighing 195 pounds, is seen as a promising point guard prospect. He played for the G League Ignite for the past two seasons, showcasing his skills and averaging impressive numbers in points, rebounds, and assists. His experience in the G League gives him an advantage over other prospects.

In summary, the Portland Trail Blazers selected Scoot Henderson as the third pick in the NBA draft. Henderson joins a talented young core in Portland, and despite trade rumours, he is excited about the prospect of playing alongside Damian Lillard. Henderson’s experience in the G League has positioned him as a promising point guard prospect.