The Official 2025 NBA Draft Prospects Thread

[Catchall]

I'm interested in Carter Bryant with the Twolves pick. I'm also mildly curious about Maluach if he can add more dimensions to his game.

[HadAnEffectHere]

With most of the season over.

1. Flagg is having one of the best Freshman seasons in CBB history.
2. Harper fell off completely after an elite start, but still is OK as a #2 pick (though not a great prospect for #2)
3. 3-5 is absolutely dire in this draft class with basically only role players available. VJ and Ace have no upside, but no one is better than them.

[Daddy 801]

If there aren’t any great players after Flagg maybe look to trade this years pick for more chances at a high pick next year.

[Inigo Montoya]

I think there are a lot of high upside players in this draft, it's just that they aren't as sure of a thing as Flagg. But I think there will be several stars to come out of this draft other than Flagg and Harper, and also a bunch of high-level players.

[Catchall]

So it seems as though the consensus is more or less:

1) Flagg
2) Harper
3) Bailey
4) Edgecombe
5) Tre Johnson

Then at (6) it's much more eye-of-the-beholder and whether you're a believer in Jakucionis, Queen, Maluach, etc. A few people seem to like McNeeley in that range.

[AingesBurner]

Danny right now:

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[Crunch 99]

I hope the Spurs don't get the number one pick. They have a small relative chance, but they have a history of being lucky. They've got their own pick plus the Hawks' pick and possibly the Bulls pick. If the lottery were held today, with the Spurs ranked #23, the Hawks' #17 and the Bulls' pick non conveying, the Hawks' pick barely changes the Spurs' odds, just increasing them from 6% to 6.47%. But the Hawks are only a game and a half out of 20th place. If the Hawks finish #20, the Spurs #23 and Bulls are non conveying, the Spurs have a combined 7.9% chance for number one according to Grok AI.

[Hoops Addict]

https://www.nbadraft.net/nba-mock-drafts/?year-mock=2025

New mock has us selecting Thomas Sorber Georgetown at #21 with Minnesota's pick.
https://www.nbadraft.net/players/thomas-sorber/

[babyjax13]

I've been thinking about a big board for our first pick and I think I have:

1. Flagg
2. Harper

Both are the two talents who obviously had the best seasons.

3. Tre Johnson
4. Ace Bailey
5. Nolan Traore

Johnson just has a killer mentality I like, can shoot the leather off the ball and has on-ball creation. Ace meets a lot of nice things to have in a player - 6-10, fluid athlete, defensively active, has the ability to shoot, good handle for his size (though maybe not for a wing). Traore was incredible this summer and has had a rough season in France. I think physically the NBA spacing and rules will help him, as will another year of physical development. I think Traore at his best has been better than anyone at this point in the draft.

6. VJ Edgecomb
7. Jeremiah Fears

I think these are the next two guys with the highest potential. Edgecomb is a bit better fit even though he is small for his position. I think he has some of the fast learning traits that Mitchell displayed, so it is not a complete package but I anticipate a good player (though not the level of Donovan - thinking an upside more like Oladipo but a more likely outcome being a better De'Anthony Melton). Fears is really electric with the ball and if his three point shooting improves (and he is a fantastic freethrow shooter and very young/physically underdeveloped) he could really be something nice. As a prospect I probably have him slightly over VJ? But given that we have so many scoring guards the margin is small enough I probably lean VJ.

[Catchall]

I've been thinking about a big board for our first pick and I think I have:

1. Flagg
2. Harper

Both are the two talents who obviously had the best seasons.

3. Tre Johnson
4. Ace Bailey
5. Nolan Traore

Johnson just has a killer mentality I like, can shoot the leather off the ball and has on-ball creation. Ace meets a lot of nice things to have in a player - 6-10, fluid athlete, defensively active, has the ability to shoot, good handle for his size (though maybe not for a wing). Traore was incredible this summer and has had a rough season in France. I think physically the NBA spacing and rules will help him, as will another year of physical development. I think Traore at his best has been better than anyone at this point in the draft.

6. VJ Edgecomb
7. Jeremiah Fears

I think these are the next two guys with the highest potential. Edgecomb is a bit better fit even though he is small for his position. I think he has some of the fast learning traits that Mitchell displayed, so it is not a complete package but I anticipate a good player (though not the level of Donovan - thinking an upside more like Oladipo but a more likely outcome being a better De'Anthony Melton). Fears is really electric with the ball and if his three point shooting improves (and he is a fantastic freethrow shooter and very young/physically underdeveloped) he could really be something nice. As a prospect I probably have him slightly over VJ? But given that we have so many scoring guards the margin is small enough I probably lean VJ.

I agree with your take on Tre Johnson. He should be a significant scorer in the league if he gets usage, and he can be used in a variety of ways (unlike our current guards). I might still take Ace Bailey ahead of him though. I think issues with Ace's handle are as much related to college spacing as they are his ability to create. Like Brandon Miller and Stephon Castle, he's going to look better off the dribble in the NBA, imo.

I think Nolan Traore is someone who might actually slip into the 2nd half of the 1st round. His problem is that he needs to consistently make difficult plays in order to survive and have an impact.

[Catchall]

It's looking like the Twolves pick is going to come in at 20-23, and it will depend on coin-flips. Unless someone unexpected falls, I'd be looking at Fleming or one of the European prospects--e.g., Essengue, Beringer, de Larrea or Sarr (whom I think should enter the draft).

I'd also take a look at Nolan Traore, in case he's there. Jazz should also probably look at Hugo Gonzalez, but I don't think he's the guy.

[babyjax13]

It's looking like the Twolves pick is going to come in at 20-23, and it will depend on coin-flips. Unless someone unexpected falls, I'd be looking at Fleming or one of the European prospects--e.g., Essengue, Beringer, de Larrea or Sarr (whom I think should enter the draft).

I'd also take a look at Nolan Traore, in case he's there. Jazz should also probably look at Hugo Gonzalez, but I don't think he's the guy.

I think Traore and Gonzalas are being underrated because of the circumstances they are playing in. Traore is still the fastest player on the court in a professional league, reminds me a lot of Tony Parker, and Hugo was consistently better than Demin and I dont really think that has changed. If one slips I'd be thrilled.

[MalonesElbows]

I think the top 3 are set in stone (Flagg, Harper, Johnson). After that, at least for me, it falls off a cliff.

[Catchall]

Minnesota's pick comes in at #21. I'd expect the Jazz to go big wing: Carter Bryant, Noa Essengue or Rasheer Fleming.

[Hoops Addict]

I'm interested in Carter Bryant with the Twolves pick. I'm also mildly curious about Maluach if he can add more dimensions to his game.

Great choices, I agree.

https://www.nbadraft.net/players/carter-bryant/

Bryant has great mobility at 6-8" and will be able to play NBA defense. He is strong defender and shoots 3's at a rate of 36%.

Malauch would be a steal at #21. He has a 9'8 standing reach, which is 1 inch more than Gobert. Feed that guy steroids and lock him in the weight room.

trengths: Skilled and athletic wing with ideal physical tools for the modern NBA wing … Measured at 6’8” with a smooth shooting stroke and explosive leaping ability … One of the top above-the-rim athletes in his class, showing the ability to finish alley-oops and transition dunks with ease … Possesses good length and lateral agility, giving him upside as a multi-positional defender … Shot the ball well as a freshman, hitting 37.1% from three-point range and 46.0% from the field in limited minutes … Has the fluid mechanics and size to develop into a reliable floor-spacing wing … Shows flashes of being a capable off-ball cutter and catch-and-shoot weapon … Projects as a 3-and-D type at the next level with significant upside … Handles the ball decently for his size and can initiate offense in spurts … Solid instincts in passing lanes (0.9 SPG), and the potential to become an impactful team defender … Plays with a high ceiling, enticing teams looking for athletic, two-way wings … NBA frame and strength is not an issue, should be able to get stronger …

[Hoops Addict]

https://www.nbadraft.net/players/rasheer-fleming/

Fleming is a 9 for Athleticism, and Size, and shoots 39% for 3.

NBA Comparison: Pascal Siakam / Obi Toppin

Strengths: At 6’9” with a long, wiry frame and standout athleticism, Fleming brings a rare blend of defensive disruption, floor-spacing ability, and explosive upside as a modern NBA 4 … Plays with a high motor and competitive edge … Constantly active as a rebounder, shot blocker, and transition threat … Defensively, he has the tools to anchor small-ball lineups or operate in versatile schemes — averaged 1.5 blocks and 1.4 steals per game as a junior … Excellent instincts as a weak-side helper and closeout defender … Length allows him to erase mistakes, recover quickly, and contest without fouling … Covers ground well and is comfortable switching onto wings or contesting jumpers in space … Massive leap in his offensive profile. Fleming became one of the most efficient and confident stretch bigs in the Atlantic 10 — and arguably one of the most improved shooters nationally. After shooting just 32% from deep as a freshman, he knocked down 39.0% from three as a sophomore on high volume (4.5 attempts per game), hitting 62 threes — nearly doubling his total from the previous year (34). His shooting stroke is fluid and repeatable, with the mechanics to extend beyond the college arc … Comfortable popping off pick-and-rolls, trailing in transition, and spotting up from the corners … His ability to space the floor while still being a threat on the offensive glass makes him extremely valuable in modern offenses … Underrated passer with clever ability to find teammates and make reads … Has developed into a very well rounded player on both ends of the floor … Possesses a 7’5 wingspan, giving him standout length to play PF and C positions …

[Hoops Addict]

Malauch-

https://www.nbadraft.net/players/khaman-maluach/

Strengths: A rim protector, rim runner extraordinaire … A smart, coachable player who has shown steady improvement through the course of his freshman season at Duke … Conditioning and body have improved over past 6 months … Runs the floor well for a 7-2 player and converts in transition at a high rate … Anchored the Blue Devils defense and alters as many shots with his presence as he blocks … Shows potential to wreak havoc on defense at the next level with his massive 9’8 standing reach, 7’5 wingspan and 7’2 frame … Some of his impact does not show directly on the box score … Impacts opposing team’s FG% and flow offensively … Has become a dominant defensive presence, in stretches, at the college level … Has some innate shot blocking ability, reacting well and not biting on fakes too easily … Has a good level of energy and desire for a big man …. Extremely efficient converting FGs, granted many of those are allyoop dunks … Highly efficient converting 71% of his FGs … Has shown a solid ability as the roll man in pick and roll situations … Knocked down 4-of-16 three pointers, which is encouraging, but not a big enough sample size to draw a conclusion from … A solid rebounder with good strength … An enticing, upside pick, but would come with a great deal of risk if taken high. The gamble is that his offensive game still has a great deal of development left and he will become an starter that can impact the game at both ends … Very mature individual with high character … Intelligent, focused and shows a lot of attention to detail, which explains his improvement in a short period of time …

Weaknesses: Could be relegated to being a specialist and may struggle to stay on the floor in late game situations due to match ups … While shooting shows potential with his form and (76%) FT percentage, still has a long ways to go and has not proven the ability to score or create offense for himself on the perimeter … Was not really asked to create offense from the low post, so that aspect of his game remains extremely limited … Ball handling ability not really a part of his game at this point either … Has improved on stamina but still gets winded quickly and has to have his minutes limited to a degree … Respiratory system can sometimes be an issue for players his size and cardio struggles have popped up at times. Had one incident where he vomited while in the game … Foot speed hurts his ability to switch and guard quick opposing players on the perimeter … While he had a clear impact as a defensive rim protector, His 1.3 blocks per game (50 in 39 games) are slightly low considering his abilities … 21 minutes per game are a good start for a freshman player his “age”, but leaves some uncertainty about his ability to play heavy minutes throughout an NBA schedule … Lack of readiness and being perceived as a “project” that needs a few years to impact will likely make him a mid to late first rounder, as opposed to a mid lotto pick … Despite being an obvious standout with a great deal of potential on the defensive end of the floor, at times his inexperience show with blown assignments and spacing issues … Safe to call him raw and inconsistent on defense, despite possessing the ability to completely disrupt an opposing team’s offensive scheme … Long legs and big torso make him a little top heavy and not as balanced …

Notes: Measured: 7’0.75″, 9’8″ standing reach, 250 lbs, 7’4.5″ wingspan, 28.5″ max vert at the 2024 Basketball Without Borders … Measured: 7’1″, 9’5″ standing reach, 250 lbs, 7’5″ wingspan at the 2024 Nike Hoop Summit …Native of South Sudan … Played in at the 2024 Nike NBA Hoop Summit in Portland, Oregon … Developed before Duke in the NBA Academy and NBA Africa programs …

Aran Smith 4/2/25

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[Catchall]

I'm leery of skinny guys, especially after the Cody Williams experience, but Noa Essengue actually has a bit of star potential, given his age, measurables and defensive effectiveness in a pro league. Physically and statistically, it's fair to draw some comparison to a young Nic Batum.

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[Catchall]

Not sure where Carter Bryant's draft stock is right now, but I'd expect it to rise in the pre-draft process.

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[SoCalJazzFan]

Minnesota's pick comes in at #21. I'd expect the Jazz to go big wing: Carter Bryant, Noa Essengue or Rasheer Fleming.

Depending on who the Jazz select with their first pick, getting Rasheer Fleming would be amazing with the Minn pick. You could potentially play him alongside Markk or Flip and he would provide enough rim/paint protection that you could be small ball with size, switching capability. At this early stage, he would be my first choice with that pick (unless the Jazz draft Flagg, then you probably need to look at another positional need with the Minn pick).