The ping-pong balls did not bounce in Indiana's favor on May 10, delivering a historic gut punch to a franchise that desperately needed a break.

Another crucial piece of the Wizards' plan fell into place during Sunday's NBA draft lottery ​when they won the first pick in a year when the draft features multiple potential stars.

The Bulls made the biggest jump to secure the No. 4 pick after entering the lottery with the ninth-best odds.