The Los Angeles Clippers landed the No.5 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, changing the fate of the franchise in a significant way. Their highest selection since they drafted Blake Griffin, the Clippers now have a chance to bring in a prospect with superstar upside. But what can Clippers fans actually expect from that pick? What are the chances that LA will land a star? Let's take a look at the last ten years of fifth-overall selections. Year Player Team Notes 2025 Ace Bailey Utah Jazz Has star upside 2024 Ron Holland Detroit Pistons Elite defender, raw offensive player 2023 Ausar Thompson Detroit Pistons All-time defender, lacks offensive upside 2022 Jaden Ivey Detroit Pistons Injuries, off-court issues derailed career 2021 Jalen Suggs Orlando Magic All-Defense, elite two-way role player 2020 Isaac Okoro Cleveland Cavaliers Decent backup 2019 Darius Garland Cleveland Cavaliers All-Star point guard 2018 Trae Young Atlanta Hawks (traded from DAL for Luka Doncic) Flawed, All-NBA talent at his peak 2017 De'Aaron Fox…