"Scott has dedicated nearly 35 years to SEPTA, gaining invaluable experience in every aspect of the organization," SEPTA Board Chair Kenneth E. Lawrence Jr. said. "Over the last six months, Scott has demonstrated his leadership abilities..."
The Wizards entered as one of three teams with the best odds for the No. 1 pick; the lowest they could pick was No. 6. As the cards were drawn, their logo arrived at the sixth spot - a painful result after an 18-64 season.