1998 PBA draft Round 1 Round 1

| Pick | Player | Country_of_origin_ | PBA_team | College_ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Danilo Ildefonso | Philippines | Formula Shell Zoom Masters | National |
| 2 | Noy Castillo | United States | San Miguel Beermen | The Citadel |
| 3 | Ali Peek | United States | Pop Cola 800s | Saint Mary |
| 4 | Brixter Encarnacion | Philippines | Pop Cola 800s | San Sebastian |
| 5 | William Antonio | United States | San Miguel Beermen | Chaminade University |
| 6 | Banjo Calpito | Philippines | Sta. Lucia Realtors | San Sebastian |
| 7 | Henry Fernandez | Philippines | Purefoods Carne Norte Beefies | Visayas |
| 8 | Steven Smith | United States | Gordon`s Gin Boars | United States International University |