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NBA draft combine preview: Top prospects to watch

Markelle Fultz accepted a combine invitation, but it's unclear how he will participate. James Snook/USA TODAY Sports

CHICAGO -- The 2017 NBA draft combine officially got underway Tuesday with player measurements and team interviews. But the real fun begins Thursday (3 p.m. ET, ESPN2/ESPN3/WatchESPN).

As always, NBA GMs, scouting staffs and coaches are here to dig deeper into the top picks in the draft. The combine will feature 5-on-5 games, shooting and skills drills, athletic testing, measurements, medical evaluations and team interviews.

Here's a sneak preview of what to expect Thursday and Friday, including the top players to watch, who has the most at stake, what teams are looking for and more.