2011 NBA Draft: Where Kawhi Leonard Landed and More

Round-by-Round Selections and Notable Players

The 2011 NBA Draft featured an array of talented prospects, with several players going on to become All-Stars and influential forces in the league. Below is a summary of the top players selected in each round:

Round 1

* **1st pick:** Kyrie Irving (Cleveland Cavaliers) * **2nd pick:** Derrick Williams (Minnesota Timberwolves) * **15th pick:** Kawhi Leonard (Indiana Pacers, traded to San Antonio Spurs)

Round 2

* **31st pick:** Nikola Vucevic (Philadelphia 76ers, traded to Orlando Magic) * **37th pick:** Klay Thompson (Golden State Warriors) * **40th pick:** Jimmy Butler (Chicago Bulls)

Kawhi Leonard's Draft Journey

Kawhi Leonard was drafted 15th overall by the Indiana Pacers in the 2011 NBA Draft. However, he was traded that same night to the San Antonio Spurs along with George Hill in exchange for Danny Granger. Despite being a relatively unknown prospect at the time, Leonard quickly established himself as a defensive force in the NBA. His long wingspan, quick reflexes, and tireless energy made him a formidable presence on the court. In 2014, Leonard led the Spurs to their fifth NBA championship, earning Finals MVP honors. He has since gone on to become one of the league's top players, winning two more NBA titles with the Toronto Raptors and Los Angeles Clippers.