Don t believe it, there are only these 5 top scorers in history who have truly fulfilled their talents.

Not every NBA No. 1 pick can realize your talent. Some people start high and end low, while others are crushed by injuries. But there are a few who have beaten their peers from high school and NCAA, and after entering the NBA, they quickly gained a foothold and even dominated the era. They won the No. 1 pick not because of the market or because of speculation, but because of talent + strength + cashing speed. These five are the most "real" No. 1 picks in NBA history.

Fifth place: Anthony Davis (2012 No. 1 pick)

Career data: 24.1 points / 10.6 rebounds / 2.3 blocks / 51.9% from the field

Honors: 1 championship / 8 All-Stars / 4 blocks King

Davis was called "the young man who looks most like Garnett" when he came out of Kentucky. After entering the NBA, he quickly realized the three core talents of franchise protection, projection and agility. During the Pelicans' period, he averaged 28+12+3 blocks per game many times. Later, he partnered with James with the Lakers and helped the team win the championship in 2020. His identity as the No. 1 pick has no room for questioning. He has been an All-Star Power Forward + Center since his first year.

4th place: Blake Griffin (2009 No. 1 pick)

Career data: 19.0 points / 8.0 rebounds / 49.6% from the field

Honors: 6 All-Stars / 1 Best Rookie / Blasting return after missing due to injury in the rookie year

Although Griffin did not play in the first year, he became one of the strongest dunkers in the league as soon as he came back the second year. His bounce, strength, propulsion ability and anti-explosion power were simply exceeding the standard at that time. He led the Airlift City to the playoffs, and for several years he joined forces with Paul was the most entertaining combination in the league. He fulfilled all the physical talents of the No. 1 pick and scored a star career that continued to highlight.

Third place: Derek Ross (2008 No. 1 pick)

Career data: 17.5 points / 5.2 assists / 45.5% from the shooting percentage

Honors: 1 MVP / Youngest MVP / 3 All-Stars

Ross' high school and NCAA resume is already the son of the choice, and he won the best rookie in his first year in the NBA. He won the MVP directly in the third year and was the youngest MVP winner in history. He used explosive power, speed, direction change and air stagnation to make the league a headache. He is not just an explosive star, but a person who really changes the fate of the team in the short term. Although he was injured later, his status as the No. 1 pick has never been questioned.

Second place: Tim Duncan (1997 No. 1 pick)

Career data: 19.0 points / 10.8 rebounds / 50.6% from the field

Honors: 5 championships / 2 MVPs / 3 FMVPs / 15 best defensive team

Duncan is one of the most stable No. 1 picks in the NBA. He won 21+11+2 caps since his first year in the league, won the championship with David Robinson for two years, and led the Spurs to remain competitive for 20 years. He is not an explosive star, but he supports a dynasty with solid skills, top-notch defense and extremely strong stability. He is the type of top pick that is strong from start to finish.

No. 1: LeBron James (2003 No. 1 pick)

Career data: 27.1 points / 7.5 rebounds / 7.4 assists / 50.5% from the shooting percentage

Honors: 4 MVPs / 4 championships / Historical scoring champion

James was the focus of the nation in high school and was hailed as the "proud son of heaven". He scored 25 points in his first game into the NBA and never fell out of the star level in his career. He can carry the ball, organize, defend and end, and is a truly No. 1 pick all-round template. 20 years have passed, not only has he not degenerated, but has reshaped himself in multiple stages. His status as the No. 1 pick is the most undisputed draft result in history.