Meaning of the word "draft pick" in English

What does "draft pick" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

draft pick

US /ˈdræft pɪk/
UK /drɑːft pɪk/
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Noun

a player selected by a professional sports team in a draft

Example:
He was a first-round draft pick for the basketball team.
The team traded their star player for a future draft pick.