Toronto Raptors: Five worst draft picks in recent franchise history

NEW YORK - JUNE 24: Rafael Araujo of the Toronto Raptors talks with the media after the 2004 NBA Draft at Madison Square Garden on June 24, 2004 in New York, New York. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2004 NBAE (Photo by Steve Freeman/NBAE via Getty Images) /

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Michael Bradley (selected 17th overall in 2001)

Michael Bradley, after a standout junior season at Villanova, was selected 17th overall by Toronto in 2001.

In his first and only season with the Wildcats (after transferring from Kentucky), Bradley averaged 20 points and nearly 10 rebounds per contest. As a consensus All-American, he led the NCAA in field-goal percentage, offensive win shares and scored the fourth most points in the Big East.

Bradley’s college success would help him little in the NBA, as his pro career lasted only 173 games. Injuries played a part in the derailment of his career, although most blame falls on Bradley’s shoulders…he did not adjust to the physicality and speed of the pro game.

His post-NBA journey included several stops in Europe before ultimately retiring to pursue a career in coaching and focus on family duties.

Today, he and his wife travel the world with their three daughters. You can read more about their post-basketball family adventures at www.journeyoftheglobe.com.

Fun Fact: Zach Randolph (1,116 games played) was selected two picks after Michael Bradley. He would’ve looked good in a Raptors uniform, no?