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The 2003 NBA draft was one of the most important nights in NBA history.
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The league got a massive infusion of talent that finally helped fill the void left by Michael Jordan's departure.
LeBron, D-Wade, and Carmelo were all picked that night. But there were All-Stars picked at No. 18 and No. 29 as well, and round one was stacked from top-to-bottom.
It's remarkable to see what all 29 first-round picks who changed the league that night are doing today.
LeBron James was picked No. 1 overall by the Cleveland Cavaliers.
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He's already one of the best players of all time after winning two titles with the Heat.
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Darko Milicic was picked No. 2 overall by the Detroit Pistons.
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He's now retired from the NBA and living in Serbia. He's considered one of the biggest draft busts ever.
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Carmelo Anthony was picked No. 3 overall by the Denver Nuggets.
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He's now one of the most prized free agents on the market after opting out of his Knicks contract.
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Chris Bosh was picked No. 4 overall by the Toronto Raptors.
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After two titles in four years with the Heat, he has the chance to opt out and become a free agent.
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Dwyane Wade was picked No. 5 overall by the Miami Heat.
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After a disappointing 2014 NBA Finals, most expect Wade to return to the Heat.
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Chris Kaman was picked No. 6 overall by the Los Angeles Clippers.
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