Elton Brand is the new cornerstone of the Bulls' rebuilding project.
Brand-new approach
Starting with top pick Elton Brand, the 1999 draft was an unpredictable affair. The scouts seemed to like shooters, guys who can play a rugged game in the post and anyone who wore a Duke uniform last season. Other than that, there were plenty of surprises among the 58 picks. So who fared the best? Check out ESPN.com's report card.
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  • Bulls reunite Brand with AAU buddy Artest
    Elton Brand was delighted to head to Chicago, but the deal got even better when the team drafted an old friend.

    NBA West: Rockets balk at Dream deal
    ESPN.com's Mike Monroe says Houston would have been wise to take Toronto's offer for Hakeem Olajuwon.

    User comments: Sonics, Mavs flunk Draft 101
    ESPN.com users said Seattle and Dallas were the biggest losers in the 1999 NBA draft.

    Magic order helping of Maggette
    Orlando didn't hesitate to make a deal for talented 19-year-old prospect Corey Maggette.

    Sonics' wish is Granted
    Seattle thinks Horace Grant will bring back the toughness the Sonics were missing last season.

    Bulls make Brand their new cornerstone
    The Chicago Bulls figured they'd go the safe route, making Elton Brand the future of the franchise.

    Odom convinces Clippers he'll grow up
    Lamar Odom, who has shown some signs recently of being the teenager he is, says he believes it's time to grow up.

    T-wolves take aim with Szczerbiak, Avery
    Minnesota improved its outside shooting by selecting Wally Szczerbiak and William Avery in the first round.

    Hawks nab Terry to replace Blaylock
    The Atlanta Hawks didn't waste time replacing Mookie Blaylock, drafting Arizona point guard Jason Terry at No. 10 Wednesday.

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