2025 NBA Mock Draft: 2-Round Predictions + Pro Comparisons Entering March Madness
While the No. 1 2025 NBA draft pick is all but set, and a favorite has emerged at No. 2, NBA front offices still have plenty to sort out in the next few tiers of 2025 draft prospects.
Debate continues over several freshmen in the lottery conversation, including Ace Bailey, Khaman Maluach, Derik Queen, Collin Murray-Boyles, Jeremiah Fears, Asa Newell, Kasparas Jakucionis and Jase Richardson. In this tier, scouts' player rankings are all over the place.
Scouts will use March to solidify evaluations before the predraft process, when focus shifts to evaluating personalities.
Some analysis is repeated from last week because every college team played only one or two games since our previous mock draft update.
1. Washington Wizards: Cooper Flagg (Duke, PF)
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Washington Wizards record: 11-48
Previous Mock Position: No. 1
Size: 6'9", 205 lbs
Age: 18
Nationality: USA
Pro Comparisons: Franz Wagner, Jalen Johnson
With just 11 wins, the Washington Wizards are inching closer to guaranteeing themselves a top-five pick. Like every other rebuilding team, their eyes will be on Cooper Flagg, who'd slide seamlessly into the power forward position to form a versatile frontcourt pairing with Alex Sarr.
It’s looked easy for Flagg during Duke's streak of blowout wins. His two-way production is now resetting freshman record books.
The analytics say he's having one of the most impactful, one-and-done seasons ever, with only Zion Williamson, Anthony Davis, Kevin Love and Michael Beasley finishing with a higher box plus-minus than Flagg’s 14.4. The eye test on his athleticism, creation and shotmaking development and IQ/instincts for passing and defending backs up the historic numbers.
The fast progress he's made with his handle, one-on-one package and shooting has separated Flagg even further from No. 2 and helped validate the extreme hype that isn't far off Victor Wembanyama's in 2023.
2. Charlotte Hornets: Dylan Harper (Rutgers, PG/SG)
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Charlotte Hornets record: 14-45
Previous Mock Position: No. 2
Position: PG/SG
Size: 6'6", 215 lbs
Age: 19
Nationality: USA
Pro Comparisons: Coby White, De'Aaron Fox, Jalen Brunson
Losers of six straight entering Monday, the Charlotte Hornets suddenly own the league's second-worst record. Unless they're able to win the lottery, Dylan Harper figures to be their primary target with LaMelo Ball's durability a constant concern and the rotation's need for more creation and rim pressure.
His 34-point game in a road win at Washington on Feb. 19 helped reaffirm just how effective and valuable Harper's advantage creation and finishing tools/instincts can be.
He followed with an even more efficient, well-rounded showing against USC (25 points, nine assists, six steals), in what may have been his most complete showcase of creativity, passing, isolation shotmaking and defense.
Lottery teams like the Washington Wizards, New Orleans Pelicans, Utah Jazz, Charlotte Hornets and Brooklyn Nets will all be extra drawn to Harper's potential to create, put pressure on the rim and draw fouls at 6'6", 215 pounds.
He combined for eight threes against Washington and USC, and though he's been a streaky pull-up shooter and demonstrated a clear score-first mentality, Harper has obvious shotmaking confidence/skill and enough elusiveness and IQ to provide necessary playmaking for a lead guard.
3. Utah Jazz: Ace Bailey (Rutgers, SF)
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Utah Jazz record: 15-44
Previous Mock Position: No. 3
Size: 6'10", 200 lbs
Age: 18
Nationality: USA
Pro Comparisons: Brandon Miller, Michael Porter Jr., Rashard Lewis
A down year for Lauri Markkanen and rough start for Utah's first-round picks suggest the Jazz won't be thinking about needs or fit in the draft.
Positional size and special shotmaking should keep Ace Bailey locked into the tier behind Cooper Flagg. But there has been debate inside scouting circles, mostly around the potential effects of his weaknesses and whether they're overstated.
Even with a role that asks for scoring and allows for shot-hunting, the tape behind the 8.3 assist percentage still shows tunnel vision and off-target passes when pressured. He's also turning the ball over on 20.0 percent of his pick-and-roll possessions and 20.0 percent of his transition plays. There are questions about how effective his handle will be against NBA defenders.
But he's also 6'10" with special shooting skills and floater touch, neither of which require fancy pre-shot moves, given his release point and comfort level using off-ball movement for getting good looks.
While there may be questions about how his flaws affect his trajectory, or how much they'll improve, even a worst-case outcome for Bailey looks appealing. Every team in the lottery will be excited about adding a big-wing shotmaker with his defensive tools.
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4. New Orleans Pelicans: VJ Edgecombe (Baylor, SG/SF)
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New Orleans Pelicans record: 16-44
Previous Mock Position: No. 4
Size: 6'5", 180 lbs
Age: 19
Nationality: Bahamas
Pro comparisons: Andrew Wiggins, Victor Oladipo, Iman Shumpert
While NBA teams figure to feel more comfortable with Ace Bailey's positional size and shotmaking, scouts believe VJ Edgecombe is separating himself in the following tier that starts at No. 4.
Baylor has started to use him as a point-of-attack initiator with his improved handle and advantage-creating burst. His shotmaking remains streaky, but he's been productive and looked comfortable shooting threes off the catch, and a 77.3 percent mark on free throws and 46.2 percent mark on floaters indicates touch.
Meanwhile, 28 dunks in 27 games, a 20.1 assist percentage and 3.9 steal percentage highlight a unique package of functional athleticism (at both ends) and passing IQ.
5. Toronto Raptors: Khaman Maluach (Duke, C)
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Toronto Raptors record: 19-42
Previous Mock Position: No. 5
Size: 7'2", 250 lbs
Age: 18
Nationality: South Sudan
Pro Comparison: Mark Williams
Tre Johnson is generating top-five buzz from scouts, but they also believe Khaman Maluach will remain highly enticing, particularly after workouts. And the idea of 7'6" length, defensive mobility, elite finishing, physical screening and potentially some shooting range figures to look extra attractive next to Scottie Barnes.
Scouts don't sound concerned by Maluach's raw offense or pedestrian shot-blocking numbers. At his size with the way he moves, they see a sure-fire finishing weapon and defensive disruptor whose pre-Duke flashes of shotmaking hint at another route to offensive upside.
Given Maluach's limited role with the Blue Devils, he's a candidate to sell more teams during workouts with some masked shooting range for a prospect who's likely to measure similarly to Rudy Gobert.
6. Brooklyn Nets: Tre Johnson (Texas, SG)
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Brooklyn Nets record: 21-39
Previous Mock Position: No. 6
Size: 6'6", 190 lbs
Age: 18
Nationality: USA
Pro Comparisons: Allan Houston, Tyler Herro
Rebuilding from scratch, the Brooklyn Nets will only be thinking best player available at No. 6. It's getting tough to nitpick Tre Johnson's lack of rim pressure or playmaking when he's consistently scoring over 20 points.
He's also looked more willing and effective as a passer than the numbers may suggest.
The degree of polish and execution with his self-creation and shotmaking diversity, which is backed up by reliable production, has generated a level of certainty tied to his scoring projection that's becoming more valued in a draft range where uncertainly starts to creep in.
7. Oklahoma City Thunder (via 76ers): Asa Newell (Georgia, PF/C)
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Philadelphia 76ers record: 21-38
Previous Mock Position: No. 8
Size: 6'11", 220 lbs
Age: 19
Nationality: USA
Pro Comparisons: Jalen Smith, Brandon Clarke, Jonathan Isaac
The Oklahoma City Thunder don't have many glaring needs, but it wouldn't hurt them to add an interchangeable, play-finishing, switchable big with three-point range.
Asa Newell has established a knack for picking up easy baskets by timing his cuts, sealing off defenders and using every inch of length and ounce of touch around the basket. He's top 10 in the nation in dunks. He's converted 54.3 percent of his post-ups and 17 one-handers in the paint.
But it's really the shooting flashes and defensive versatility that could create a different level of upside for Newell to potentially hit. Becoming a regular three-point threat won't happen overnight, but he clearly has shotmaking skill and range (23 3PTM), which showed in high school as well. And his movement at 6'11" seems more than likely to translate well on defense.
8. Chicago Bulls: Collin Murray-Boyles (South Carolina, PF)
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Chicago Bulls record: 24-37
Previous Mock Position: No. 13
Size: 6'7", 245 lbs
Age: 19
Nationality: USA
Pro Comparisons: Julius Randle, Anthony Mason
Seemingly in no-man's land with a veteran rotation and a 24-37 record, the Chicago Bulls just need to focus on adding another cornerstone, regardless of position.
Collin Murray-Boyles would certainly give the lineup a different looks with his unique mix of physicality, agility, passing and defensive foot speed. He made his strongest pitch to scouts of the season with 35 points in a blowout win over Arkansas. Even without a jump shot, he continues to have success facing up defenders, overpowering them downhill and using footwork and big hands in the paint.
Though the 7-of-27 mark from three isn't likely to convince many scouts that he's on his way to becoming a shooter, he may not have to be with how effective he is using his 245-pound frame, length, instincts and improvisation.
The passing and flashes of defensive movement help give Murray-Boyles a more well-rounded look, which may help ease concerns over his outside-the-box offensive fit or jump shot.
9. San Antonio Spurs: Kasparas Jakucionis (Illinois, PG/SG)
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San Antonio Spurs record: 25-34
Previous Mock Position: No. 7
Size: 6'6", 200 lbs
Age: 18
Nationality: Lithuania
Pro comparison: Chauncey Billups
While questions have emerged over Kasparas Jakucionis' ability to blow by or create enough separation, pairing him with a speedy, downhill guard like De'Aaron Fox may seem optimal.
There is currently both optimism and debate about how much Jakucionis' positional size, clever maneuvering, shotmaking skill and passing IQ can offset his lack of explosiveness and quickness.
In some games, he looks in complete control with his pacing and ability to hit tough step-backs and body-controlled finishes. And then there are contests where he struggles to get himself shots and ball pressure can lead to turnovers.
Regardless, for a 6'6" 18-year-old, his production, lead-guard creativity, off-ball versatility and late-game execution has scouts agreeing on a top-10 projection.
Too much recent evidence suggests skill and IQ can outweigh athletic limitations for a ball-handler, particularly for a plus shooter. And despite a recent slump from behind the arc, there are years worth of promising shotmaking data/tape for scouts to go back to from Jakucinois' time with Barcelona and Lithuania.
10. Portland Trail Blazers: Kon Knueppel (Duke, SF)
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Portland Trail Blazers record: 27-34
Previous Mock Position: No. 9
Size: 6'6", 217 lbs
Age: 19
Nationality: USA
Pro Comparison: Kevin Huerter
The Portland Trail Blazers could eye Kon Knueppel for a complementary role that calls for scoring out of spot-ups and off movement. But he can also get downhill in ball-screen situations.
His shotmaking has been easy to buy, based on his balance and accuracy in every shooting situation.
Teams may have a tough time buying a shot-creator, which limits possibilities when it comes to upside. He figures to wind up with a team that's looking to a fill a need or hole with shooting, high-IQ play and instant results.
11. San Antonio Spurs (via Hawks): Derik Queen (Maryland, PF/C)
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Atlanta Hawks record: 27-33
Previous Mock Position: No. 16
Size: 6'10", 246 lbs
Age: 20
Nationality: USA
Pro Comparison: Alperen Sengun
A team with Victor Wembanyama may be able to look past some of the defensive questions with Derik Queen.
He could go top 10 to a team that sees too much skill, IQ, footwork and size to nitpick the flaws. With unique handles, unteachable passing processing, soft hands at the basket and a 246-pound frame, there is growing confidence in Queen's offensive projection.
He could also fall to the teens and 20s if lottery teams struggle to buy upside or see value in a non-switchable, non-shot-blocking big who'll need a lot to go right to become a reliable shooting threat.
12. Houston Rockets (via Suns): Liam McNeeley (Connecticut, SF/PF)
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Phoenix Suns record: 28-33
Previous Mock Position: No. 11
Size: 6'7", 210 lbs
Age: 19
Nationality: USA
Pro Comparison: Keegan Murray
Suddenly a top-five seed in the Western Conference, the Houston Rockets seem likely to shop this pick, particularly given the rotation's depth and a lack of available minutes for rookies. If not, they could see a plug-and-play prospect in Liam McNeeley.
The ability to put up 37 points without advanced handles or pull-up shooting highlights his elite off-ball scoring skills and instincts. Advanced shooting skill had been on display years before he arrived at Connecticut. He's ultra efficient in transition getting open threes and finishes. He uses screens to free up from behind the arc and handoffs to get downhill.
But he's also been an effective pick-and-roll ball-handler, showing unteachable feel for timing, shielding defenders and converting after contact from a drive into rim protection.
Unless a team is too unsure about his defensive projection, McNeeley should look like an easy fit for everybody.
13. Dallas Mavericks: Jase Richardson (Michigan State, SG)
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Dallas Mavericks record: 32-29
Previous Mock Position: No. 10
Size: 6'3", 185 lbs
Age: 19
Nationality: USA
Pro comparison: Reed Sheppard
There is debate over what a best-case outcome looks like for Jase Richardson, who's 6'3" and hadn't demonstrated much playmaking through January.
And then he was inserted into the starting lineup in February and immediately put up 29 points against Oregon. He's continued to score efficiently by picking the right spots to attack with his dribble and pull-up.
It's also becoming more evident that his role can mask some self-creation. Regardless, the idea of a valuable off-ball scorer and secondary ball-handler is gaining steam behind his shooting efficiency, finishing craft and ball-screen decision-making.
For a player who is making 44.0 percent of his spot-up threes, 48.8 percent of his dribble jumpers and 73.5 percent of his layups, with 46 assists to 21 turnovers, accurate shotmaking and feel for the game could have teams valuing fit over upside.
14. Atlanta Hawks (via Kings): Jeremiah Fears (Oklahoma, PG)
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Sacramento Kings record: 31-28
Previous Mock Position: No. 14
Size: 6'4", 182 lbs
Age: 18
Nationality: American
Pro Comparisons: Jaden Ivey, Scoot Henderson
Scouts buy the way Jeremiah Fears can create with tight handles, change of speed and blow-by burst. And there is enough evidence of spot-up threes, mid-range pull-ups, crafty lay-ins and setup passing to believe the 18-year-old will improve and become a more consistent shotmaker and sharper playmaker.
With 27 points and 10 assists in a win over Mississippi State, he delivered his most complete effort of shotmaking, rim pressure and passing reads.
Still, erratic shooting, turnovers and struggles scoring in traffic have led to his draft stock cooling off. Though he's been handed a hefty workload, and impressive play early raised the bar, it's become evident that Fears' range, decision-making and thin frame point to a lengthier NBA-ready timetable, particularly for a primary ball-handler.
15. Orlando Magic: Ben Saraf (Ratiopharm Ulm, PG/SG)
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Orlando Magic record: 29-33
Previous Mock Position: No. 12
Size: 6'5", 201 lbs
Age: 18
Nationality: Israel
Pro Comparison: Manu Ginobili
After a strong February with Ulm, Ben Saraf got a pair of starts for Israel in the EuroBasket Qualifiers. For the past year, he's been productive in every setting, having impressive success with his ball-handling, change of pace, mid-range pull-up, finishing craft and passing IQ.
The question is how early teams will look at him, which will come down to how they view his shooting and the translatability of his creation.
Questions about his lack of three-point volume and shot mechanics, lack of explosion and weak defensive tools may keep teams from picturing too much upside. But at some point once the big one-and-done names are off the board, Saraf figures to interest teams that believe the rim pressure he's currently providing, his creativity and shotmaking, and the IQ behind a 34.1 assist percentage are advanced enough for an NBA rotational guard.
16. OKC Thunder (via Heat): Noa Essengue (Ratiopharm Ulm, PF)
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Miami Heat record: 28-31
Previous Mock Position: No. 15
Size: 6'9", 198 lbs
Age: 18
Nationality: France
Pro Comparisons: Jabari Walker, Precious Achiuwa
The narrative around Noa Essengue has been the same all year, with the 18-year-old consistently finding ways to earn easy baskets and trips to the line by running the floor, crashing the glass, attacking closeouts, timing cuts and making a three-pointer every other game.
Though it seems unlikely he'll ever be a creator or prolific shotmaker, he gets the most out of every inch of size and length.
Plenty of room to develop his skills may hint at upside, but NBA teams will be banking on the 6'9" forward to make plays from off the ball without needing featured touches.
17. Utah Jazz (via Timberwolves): Egor Demin (BYU, PG/SF)
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Minnesota Timberwolves record: 33-29
Previous Mock Position: No. 18
Size: 6'9"
Age: 19
Nationality: Russia
Pro Comparison: Josh Giddey
Poor shooting and struggles making contested shots have kept Egor Demin from reviving the early excitement. The shaky shotmaking and careless turnovers are becoming worrisome for an on-ball-heavy player.
Still, there will be first-round interest in a 6'9" ball-handler and playmaker. Teams will see translatability and value in his passing and setup ability. He'll go earlier if a team thinks his shotmaking will be better than the numbers suggest.
18. Miami Heat (via Warriors): Nolan Traore (Saint Quentin, PG)
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Golden State Warriors record: 32-28
Previous Mock Position: No. 17
Size: 6'4", 184 lbs
Age: 18
Nationality: France
Pro Comparison: Lonzo Ball
Nolan Traore has been finding more ways to score lately, mostly by recognizing space and picking the right time to hit turbo and burst through driving lanes.
Scouts still have questions about his shooting and touch, with Traore at 28.2 percent on threes, 71.0 percent on free throws and 31.8 percent on floaters.
But he has good command with his handle to capitalize when the defense gives something up. And he's been relatively efficient finishing around the basket, despite lacking strength or explosion.
His signature passing IQ remains the main draw, while front offices will continue debating the translatability of his rim pressure, the chances of his perimeter shotmaking improving, and if it doesn't, what Traore's outcome looks like.
19. OKC Thunder (via Clippers): Noah Penda (Le Mans, SF/PF)
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Los Angeles Clippers record: 32-28
Previous Mock Position: No. 24
Size: 6'8", 225 lbs
Age: 20
Nationality: France
Pro Comparison: Nicolas Batum
Noah Penda's production has brought attention to versatility that's becoming an easy draw.
Returning from an ankle injury over the weekend, he tallied five assists and three stocks, showcasing the passing and two-way playmaking that can allow him to impact games without scoring.
Offense will rarely run through him, but NBA teams will picture a role for a 6'8" forward who can make open threes, facilitate and move/react defensively.
20. Minnesota Timberwolves (via Pistons): Thomas Sorber (Georgetown, C)
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Detroit Pistons record: 34-27
Previous Mock Position: No. 19
Size: 6'10", 255 lbs
Age: 19
Nationality: USA
Pro Comparison: Onyeka Okongwu
Foot surgery will force Thomas Sorber to miss the rest of the season. Now the questions come asking about whether he declares or whether he'll be active and available for the predraft process.
With 24 games worth of tape for teams to scout, there is still a good chance he's done enough with his post skill, passing and defense to solidify first-round interest.
He'd be a more popular lottery pick if the threes started falling, although it's encouraging to see him attempting them with such confidence.
In the meantime, he'd been one of the toughest freshman covers around the block, and Georgetown's ability to run offense through Sorber's passing will be seen as a major plus to NBA teams.
21. Indiana Pacers: Will Riley (Illinois, SG/SF)
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Indiana Pacers record: 34-25
Previous mock position: No. 20
Size: 6'8", 180 lbs
Age: 19
Nationality: Canada
Pro Comparison: Kyshawn George
Though Will Riley struggled to capitalize on a stock-boosting opportunity against Duke, he's instilled more confidence in scouts over the past few weeks.
Some have wondered if the growth he's started to show as a playmaker should make Riley worthy of lottery consideration. There will always be interest and patience in a 6'8" scoring wing with his shotmaking skill. And up until the Duke game, he started to finish better around the basket while showing new comfort setting up teammates as a pick-and-roll ball-handler.
22. Brooklyn Nets (via Bucks): Carter Bryant (Arizona, SF/PF)
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Milwaukee Bucks record: 34-25
Previous mock position: No. 21
Size: 6'8", 220 lbs
Age: 19
Nationality: USA
Pro Comparison: Marcus Morris
Even in limited minutes or opportunities to make plays with the ball, Carter Bryant has still been able to sell himself as a fit for a role at the next level. Positional size and athleticism, spot-up shooting and disruptive, versatile defense create an appealing foundation to build on.
Shooting a respectable 35.7 percent from three and elite 75.7 percent at the rim, he also ranks top five among freshmen in defensive BPM while putting up outstanding playmaking rates (2.9 steal percentage, 5.9 block percentage).
23. Brooklyn Nets (via Rockets): Rasheer Fleming (Saint Joseph's, PF)
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Houston Rockets record: 37-23
Previous Mock Position: No. 22
Size: 6'9", 240 lbs
Age: 20
Nationality: USA
Pro Comparison: Taylor Hendricks
Rasheer Fleming's three-point shot hasn't slowed down, a key reason he's rising in popularity and becoming more believable to NBA scouts.
He's the only player in college hoops with over 30 dunks and 40 threes. The mix of 6'9" size, rim finishing, shooting, 1.5 blocks and 1.4 steals should look attractive for a stretch-4 role.
24. Washington Wizards (via Grizzlies): Isaiah Evans (Duke, SF)
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Memphis Grizzlies record: 38-22
Previous Mock Position: No. 23
Size: 6'6", 175 lbs
Age: 19
Nationality: USA
Pro Comparison: AJ Griffin
Isaiah Evans is producing his way back into the 2025 draft discussion with four consecutive games with at least 16 points.
Even if there is limited versatility or on-ball offense in his game, his off-ball shooting has looked extremely polished, both in terms of shot prep and shotmaking skill.
A combined 90.0 percent of his offense has come between spot-ups, running off screens, transition and handoffs. Evans hasn't needed ball-handling reps to generate offense or even consistent minutes to find rhythm/confidence.
While he'd likely have been able to showcase more and put up bigger numbers had he committed to another school, a tightened role has actually been beneficial for Evans, as it has created better habits in terms of shot selection and allowed scouts to have an easier time picturing a fit with how comfortable he looks off the ball.
25. Orlando Magic (via Nuggets): Hugo Gonzalez (Real Madrid, SF)
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Memphis Grizzlies record: 39-22
Previous Mock Position: No. 25
Size: 6'7", weight unlisted
Age: 19
Nationality: Spain
Pro Comparison: Jonathan Kuminga
The lack of minutes and production has made it difficult for Hugo Gonzalez to build confidence or strengthen his draft case. But he has played his spot-up-heavy role relatively efficiently as of late, making 11 of his last 25 threes and delivering some strong finishes off cuts and drives past closeouts.
NBA teams will ultimately put more stock than usual into the tape from the U18 team, FIBA and ANGT, when he impacted games with his athleticism, defense and motor and started to show signs of on-ball creation.
26. Atlanta Hawks (via Lakers): Danny Wolf (Michigan, PF/C)
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Los Angeles Lakers record: 38-21
Previous Mock Position: No. 27
Size: 7'0", 250 lbs
Age: 20
Nationality: USA/Israel
Pro comparison: Hedo Turkoglu
The level of intrigue around Danny Wolf continues to build. Scouts are debating how he projects to the NBA level—whether he's more of a big or a jumbo playmaking forward.
Next-level ball-handling has turned him into a tough driver and live-dribble passer, as well as a perimeter scorer who can separate into pull-up and step-back threes.
Averaging 9.9 boards, 3.8 assists and 1.5 blocks while finishing with strong feel around the rim, he's making it easier to look past the low three-point volume, disappointing free-throw percentage and athletic limitations.
27. Brooklyn Nets (via Knicks): Boogie Fland (Arkansas, PG/SG)
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New York Knicks record: 40-20
Previous Mock Position: No. 26
Size: 6'2", 175 lbs
Age: 18
Nationality: USA
Pro Comparisons: Kemba Walker, Rob Dillingham
With Boogie Fland out for the season after thumb surgery, the question is whether he showed enough creation, shotmaking and playmaking for NBA teams to look past the concerns tied to his size, athleticism and finishing.
He shot just 36.0 percent on layups with zero dunks attempts, which are alarming numbers. Regardless, his spot-up shooting efficiency, pull-up potency, floater touch and excellent assist-to-turnover ratio should at least have front offices picturing an instant-offense bench spark who can create for teammates.
28. Boston Celtics: Nique Clifford (Colorado State, SF/PF)
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Boston Celtics record: 43-18
Previous Mock Position: No. 28
Size: 6'6", 200 lbs
Age: 23
Nationality: USA
Pro Comparison: Landry Fields
With 26 points, nine assists, four threes and three stocks, Nique Clifford carried Colorado State past a 24-5 Utah State team over the weekend.
More usage this year has unlocked more shot-creation, as he continues to show as a scorer generating his own drive-and-finish opportunities or separating into pull-ups and fallaways.
Still, NBA teams will be drawn to the idea of Clifford in a Swiss Army knife role that taps into play-finishing, rebounding, passing and defensive playmaking, as well as this newer ability to start capitalizing one-on-one in space. He's the only player in the country averaging a double-double, at least four assists and a three-point make per game.
29. Los Angeles Clippers (via Thunder): Kam Jones (Marquette, PG/SG)
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OKC Thunder record: 49-11
Previous Mock Position: No. 29
Size: 6'5", 205 lbs
Age: 23
Nationality: USA
Pro Comparison: Malik Monk
A career-high 13 assists against Georgetown over the weekend helped illuminate the improved playmaking that's turned Kam Jones into a more believable NBA combo guard prospect.
Scouts still sound extra curious to see how he measures, as there is some hesitation to buy his 6'5" listing. Still, it shouldn't matter much for teams that buy the 6.2 assists per game reflecting true playmaking feel. Proven shotmaking and consistently strong finishing have bolstered Kam Jones' scoring production and efficiency the past three years.
30. Phoenix Suns (via Cavaliers): Johni Broome (Auburn, PF/C)
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Cleveland Cavaliers record: 50-10
Previous Mock Position: No. 30
Size: 6'10", 240 lbs
Age: 22
Nationality: USA
Pro Comparison: Markieff Morris
Every year there is discussion about whether certain players are being undervalued in the draft due to age. It will come up again over the final months around Johni Broome, who's now averaging 18.4 points, 10.8 boards, 3.3 assists and 2.4 blocks while ranking second in the nation in box plus-minus.
We've reached a point where it's worth reassessing his dominance and skill development. While scouts might not detect upside with Broome, his floor—due to the translatability of his finishing, rebounding, low-post feel, elite paint touch, passing and interior defense—should be attractive to teams looking for rookie-contract value.
His three-point shooting and flashes of drives past closeouts are just bonus skills to bet on.
31. Boston Celtics (via Wizards): Maxime Raynaud (Stanford, C)
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Previous Mock Position: No. 35
Size: 7'1", 250 lbs
Age: 21
Nationality: France
Pro Comparison: Alex Len
Maxime Raynaud's entire body of work this year has been strong enough for his draft stock to withstand a recent cold stretch.
His 19.9 points per game are coming off such a high level of offensive skill for a 7'1" big man. NBA teams will be drawn to his floor-spacing 1.8 threes per game, but the ability to attack closeouts and use the dribble have created more scoring versatility. And he continues to excel in the post with his footwork and touch over both shoulders.
The lack of rim protection may limit him to reserve minutes at the next level, but teams could still see value in the 20s in a stretch 5 and finishing target who can also create for himself from different spots in the half court.
32. Charlotte Hornets: Ian Jackson (North Carolina, SG)
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Previous Mock Position: No. 31
Size: 6'4", 190 lbs
Age: 20
Nationality: USA
Pro Comparison: Malik Beasley
Ian Jackson's uneven season continued with seven three-point makes against Syracuse and NC State after scoring in single digits in six of his previous seven games.
NBA teams should ultimately have a clear picture of his role, archetype and limitations for the next level. He possesses enough self-creation, strong driving and confident shotmaking to provide instant offense or scoring firepower, but streakiness and zero playmaking lower his value.
33. Minnesota Timberwolves (via Jazz): Alex Toohey (Sydney, SF)
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Previous Mock Position: No. 32
Size: 6'9", 223 lbs
Age: 20
Nationality: Australia
Pro Comparison: Bojan Bogdanović
Alex Toohey finished the season doubling his three-point makes from last year. And betting on him means betting on his shooting development, given what it could do for a 6'9" wing who struggles as a creator but thrives finishing plays off transition, cuts, drives and handoffs.
34. Charlotte Hornets (via Pelicans): Labaron Philon (Alabama, PG/SG)
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Previous Mock Position: No. 33
Size: 6'4", 177 lbs
Age: 19
Nationality: USA
Pro Comparisons: Kobe Bufkin
Labaron Philon quickly grabbed attention this year with his pacing, control, touch and playmaking.
Scouts are still questioning what there is to love about him. He's 177 pounds and a limited athlete and shooter. But he's clever with the dribble to get to spots, and he's a good passer and decision-maker with statistically one of the best float games (21-of-32) of any draft cycle in recent memory.
Those running touch shots make his weak pull-up shooting less of an issue, though the lack of three-point volume will be seen as worrisome.
35. Detroit Pistons (via Raptors): Yaxel Lendeborg (UAB, SF/PF)
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Previous mock position: No. 34
Size: 6'9", 240 lbs
Age: 22
Nationality: USA
Pro comparisons: Jalen Slawson, Enrique Freeman
Historically productive so far, Yaxel Lendeborg is on track to join Ron Harper Sr. as the only players on record to light up the main statistical categories with averages of 15 points, 10 rebounds, four assists, 1.5 blocks and 1.5 steals.
At 6'9", 240 pounds, the versatility to attack, finish plays, pass, get second-chance points and make plays defensively should lower the bar when it comes to his shooting.
He's impacting games in a Swiss Army knife role at both ends, and it's still not out of the question that he can develop into a capable catch-and-shoot threat. His 14 made threes are already more than he hit last season.
36. Brooklyn Nets: JT Toppin (Texas Tech, PF)
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Previous Mock Position: No. 36
Size: 6'9", 225 lbs
Age: 19
Nationality: USA
Pro Comparison: Precious Achiuwa
JT Toppin earned himself extra attention and game reviews after combining for 73 points, 27 boards and five blocks in consecutive wins over Arizona State and Oklahoma State.
He made a three in each matchup as well. Getting scouts to buy the idea that he can add some shooting would launch him into a new tier. But he should still have fans who envision him carving out space for easy baskets, putting back misses, setting screens and rolling and making hustle plays.
37. Philadelphia 76ers: Dink Pate (Mexico City, PG/SG)
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Previous Mock Position: No. 37
Size: 6'8", 210 lbs
Age: 18
Nationality: USA
Pro Comparison: AJ Johnson
A unique scouting case that incudes two years in the G League, an enticing archetype, improved shooting, inconsistency and limited versatility is going to divide scouts on Dink Pate.
Still 18 years old, he's had some big games in the G League, most notably a 26-point effort at the Showcase in front of dozens of NBA executives. He's also raised his three-point mark to a respectable 33.9 percent after struggling from deep last year.
There will be patient teams that see upside in a 6'8" guard who can create and score from three levels. And there will be others unwilling to wait or gamble on a scorer who's still limited from the outside and has shown little playmaking or off-ball skill.
38. Sacramento Kings (via Bulls): Bogoljub Markovic (Mega, PF/C)
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Previous Mock Position: No. 38
Size: 6'11", 195 lbs
Age: 19
Nationality: Serbia
Pro Comparison: Aleksej Pokusevski
Every few weeks, 19-year-old Bogoljub Markovic puts together a 20-point game for Mega. Last Wednesday's came against former first-round pick Aleksej Pokusevski and KK Partizan.
Teams may be scared off by his extremely thin frame and lack of interior defense, but his production, shooting range, post game and open-floor ball-handling look enticing for a 6'11" prospect.
39. San Antonio Spurs: Chaz Lanier (Tennessee, SG)
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Previous Mock Position: No. 39
Size: 6'4", 199 lbs
Age: 23
Nationality: USA
Pro Comparisons: Seth Curry, Alec Burks
Shotmaking performances like the one Chaz Lanier delivered against Texas A&M (30 points, 8-13 3PT) will have teams picturing a specialist and second-round value. The ones that could use more offensive firepower will look past age and lack of versatility for such advanced spot-up, movement and pull-up shooting.
40. Toronto Raptors (via Blazers): Michael Ruzic (Joventut, PF/C)
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Previous Mock Position: No. 40
Size: 6'10", 220 lbs
Age: 18
Nationality: Croatia
Pro Comparison: Moritz Wagner
Michael Ruzic still hasn't found a rhythm since returning from a four-month layoff from a thumb injury. Teams will continue to resort to last year's tape of a 17-year-old scoring efficiently and shooting 40.6 percent from three between the Spanish ACB and Eurocup.
A clear-cut top prospect at Eurocamp back in June, Ruzic has clear NBA tools and skills, without recent production to solidify a first-round case yet.
41. Oklahoma City Thunder (via Hawks): Darrion Williams (Texas Tech, SG/SF)
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Previous Mock Position: No. 41
Size: 6'6", 225 lbs
Age: 21
Nationality: USA
Pro Comparison: Kevin McCullar Jr.
Darrion Williams will have some NBA teams detecting a fit with his 6'6" size, shooting and 4.0 assists per game. He's one of the better wing passers in the draft, as well as a three-level scoring threat with his pull-up and unique post game, using his strength and over-the-shoulder touch from the left block.
42. Washington Wizards (via Suns): Dailyn Swain (Xavier, SF)
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Previous Mock Position: No. 42
Size: 6'8", 220 lbs
Age: 19
Nationality: USA
Pro Comparison: Andre Jackson Jr.
No shooting improvement has kept Dailyn Swain's name from blowing up. But he's remained tempting based on the 6'8" size for a wing, explosiveness and defensive quickness.
Over his last four games, he's also totaled 20 assists and 12 steals, showing some untapped versatility and two-way playmaking that could help Swain impact games with athleticism, some handles and passing despite still having no jump shot in the repertoire.
43. Orlando Magic: Joan Beringer (Cedevita, C)
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Previous Mock Position: No. 43
Size: 6'11"
Age: 18
Nationality: France
Pro Comparison: Jericho Sims
Potentially one of the youngest players in the 2025 draft, Joan Beringer has entered the conversation with his 8.5 block percentage and sequences defending in space.
He's also scoring more lately, using his physical tools to finish plays off dump-downs, drives to the basket and missed shots.
Beringer isn't an offensive threat, but he could look like an interesting enough rim protector to draft-and-stash.
44. Golden State Warriors (via Heat): Ryan Kalkbrenner (Creighton, C)
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Previous Mock Position: No. 50
Size: 7'1", 220 lbs
Age: 23
Nationality: USA
Pro Comparison: Colin Castleton
The scouting report hasn't changed much on Ryan Kalkbrenner from one year to the next, although he has delivered a few more dominant performances this year, including a 49-point season opener, a game with 29 points, six blocks and three threes versus Butler, a 29-point showing against Xavier and last month's 35-point eruption at Providence.
In the second round, there is too much size, post skill, rim protection and shooting flashes to nitpick age or versatility. He has also surpassed last year's total of 16 three-point makes.
45. Utah Jazz (via Mavericks): Adou Thiero (Arkansas, SF/PF)
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Previous Mock Position: No. 44
Size: 6'8", 220 lbs
Age: 20
Nationality: USA
Pro Comparison: Keldon Johnson
Adou Thiero's shooting remains problematic, but he's improved his ability to create for himself inside the arc, a needed development that's turned him into a more versatile scoring threat in the half court.
Between the open-floor athleticism for transition offense, the play-finishing, defensive playmaking and now the tougher driving ability, teams could start to talk themselves into an outlier, non-shooting wing or combo forward.
46. Chicago Bulls (via Kings): Jamir Watkins (Florida State, SF)
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Previous Mock Position: No. 45
Size: 6'7", 210 lbs
Age: 23
Nationality: USA
Pro Comparison: Caris LeVert
Jamir Watkins surpassed last year's three-point total, a notable development for a playmaking wing who guards multiple positions.
He's been more aggressive looking for his shot and imposing his physical tools on opponents. Shooting will continue to be viewed as a swing skill, but given how effective he can be at 6'7", 210 pounds handling the ball, scoring in the lane, passing and defending, this year's 1.8 threes made per game could be enough to move the needle.
47. Los Angeles Clippers (via Timberwolves): Walter Clayton Jr. (Florida, PG/SG)
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Previous Mock Position: 46
Size: 6'3", 195 lbs
Age: 21
Nationality: USA
Pro Comparison: Fred VanVleet
The leading scorer for the nation's No. 5 team, Walter Clayton Jr. has earned scouts' attention with his shotmaking and toughness.
He's been the engine behind the Gators' impressive season with his 2.8 threes, 4.0 assists and efficient driving.
Clayton has been far more effective finishing and playmaking, which could help scouts put more stock into his craftiness/skill over an archetype (6'3" scoring guard) that doesn't have the highest success rate at the next level.
48. Washington Wizards (via Warriors): Alex Karaban (Connecticut, SF/PF)
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Previous Mock Position: No. 49
Size: 6'8", 225 lbs
Age: 22
Nationality: USA
Pro Comparison: Georges Niang
Alex Karaban hasn't made enough strides off the dribble to change the scouting report from last year. And last year, he passed on the draft after a relatively quiet NBA combine.
He'll still earn consideration from teams that see a fit and value his off-ball shooting, cutting and defensive instincts.
49. Utah Jazz (via Clippers): Miles Byrd (San Diego State, SG/SF)
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Previous Mock Position: No. 51
Size: 6'7", 190 lbs
Age: 20
Nationality: USA
Pro Comparisons: Patrick McCaw
Miles Byrd's recent struggles could have NBA evaluators advising the sophomore to return for another season.
He's developed a very appealing archetype as a 6'7" shotmaker who can pass out of pick-and-rolls and blow up plays defensively.
Currently at just 38.3 percent from the floor while struggling around the basket, Byrd doesn't look ready for the NBA, although teams may be willing to reach early and stay patient, just based on the potential value of a two-way playmaking shooting wing.
50. Washington Wizards (via Pistons): Sergio De Larrea (Valencia, SG)
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Previous Mock Position: 47
Size: 6'5"
Age: 19
Nationality: Spain
Pro Comparison: Bogdan Bogdanović
A shoulder injury has kept Sergio De Larrea out, though his shooting and playmaking had popped enough (for one of the ACB's top teams) to earn a spot on NBA radars. He'd already been there with 21 career FIBA games and a Euroleague debut at 17 years old.
There should ultimately be plenty of intrigue around his current 45.2 three-point percentage for a 6'5", 19-year-old combo guard playing ACB and Eurocup games
51. Cleveland Cavaliers (via Bucks): Eric Dixon (Villanova, PF)
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Previous Mock Position: No. 53
Size: 6'8", 265 lbs
Age: 24
Nationality: USA
Pro Comparison: Eric Paschall
Coming into this season, Eric Dixon used the post to generate the majority of his offense. He's morphed into a perimeter scorer this year, lighting up defenses with his range, step-back jump shot and ball-handling to attack closeouts and drive.
NBA teams will now look at him as a floor-spacing 4 pick-and-pop big.
52. Indiana Pacers: Johann Grunloh (SC Rasta Vechta, C)
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Previous Mock Position: No. 48
Size: 6'11"
Age: 19
Nationality: Germany
Pro Comparison: Luke Kornet
Age, size, shooting flashes and a 7.4 block percentage have elevated Johann Grunloh into this year's second-round mix. He's emerged as another worthwhile prospect to track in the German League, where he's playing more minutes than any other teenager.
His success and skill set in the pick-and-roll/pop game, plus the defensive tools/flashes, should at least earn Grunloh an invite to May's NBA combine.
53. Memphis Grizzlies (via Rockets): Xaivian Lee (Princeton, PG/SG)
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Previous Mock Position: No. 52
Size: 6'4", 180 lbs
Age: 20
Nationality: Canada
Pro Comparison: Scotty Pippen Jr.
Despite Princeton losing four of six games, Xaivian Lee has been raining threes and scoring efficiently.
NBA teams will value his ability to create, generate gravity and put pressure on defenses. He's been relentless with his handle and desire to get downhill or put defenses on their heels.
But Lee will have more riding on his NBA combine showing than most, as scouts will want him to prove himself in scrimmages on a floor full of first- and second-round prospects.
54. New York Knicks (via Grizzlies): Tyrese Proctor (Duke, PG/SG)
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Previous Mock Position: No. 54
Size: 6'6", 183 lbs
Age: 20
Nationality: Australia
Pro Comparison: Killian Hayes
Tyrese Proctor's lack of playmaking is clearly a result of Cooper Flagg's presence and the addition of Sion James. Meanwhile, the 6'6" junior guard is up to 41.1 percent from three.
Since 2022, there is enough tape of passing IQ to recognize Proctor has more playmaking feel than the assist numbers suggest.
He has his limitations as an athlete, but at his size, shotmaking and ball-screen play could be enough for a combo or connector role.
55. Phoenix Suns (via Nuggets): Zvonimir Ivisic (Arkansas, C)
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Previous Mock Position: No. 55
Position: C
Size: 7'2", 245 lbs
Age: 21
Nationality: Croatia
Pro Comparison: Andrea Bargnani
It's been a wildly uneven new year for Zvonimir Ivisic. He'd fallen completely out of Arkansas' rotation in January, only to have consecutive games in February with 25-plus points, three threes and three blocks. And then he shot 0-of-10 against No. 1 Auburn.
There are clear flaws with his physicality inside and decision-making, but for a 7'2" big, there is just too much shot-making skill, finishing ability and shot-blocking tools to ignore Ivisic in the Nos. 46-60 range.
56. Los Angeles Lakers: Mouhamed Faye (Reggio Emilia, C)
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Previous Mock Position: No. 56
Size: 6'10"
Age: 20
Nationality: Senegal
Pro Comparison: Usman Garuba
Interesting mostly for shot-blocking and defensive versatility, Mouhamed Faye has been getting more out of his physical tools and motor on offense by getting himself open off rolls and crashing the glass.
However, the obvious draw to Faye is how he slides his feet at 6'10". Opponents struggle to create separation, hit jumpers over him and beat him in closeout situations.
57. Orlando Magic (via Celtics): Hunter Sallis (Wake Forest, SG)
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Previous Mock Position: No. 57
Size: 6'5", 185 lbs
Age: 21
Nationality: USA
Pro Comparisons: Malaki Branham, Tim Hardaway Jr.
There is enough production and tape of three-level scoring for scouts to put limited stock into Hunter Sallis' shooting percentages. His archetype has a small margin for error.
Non-playmaking 2-guards have to compete for scoring specialist jobs, but he has made a compelling case with his effectiveness creating drives and pull-ups and drilling spot-up threes.
58. Houston Rockets (via Thunder): Rocco Zikarsky (Brisbane, C)
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Previous Mock Position: No. 58
Size: 7'2", 227 lbs
Age: 18
Nationality: Australia
Pro Comparison: Donovan Clingan
A knee injury ended Rocco Zikarsky's season, a tough blow after what had been been a relatively unproductive season.
Age, size and junior-level impact will still earn him looks and front-office discussion before the draft, though.
Certain teams may be willing to stay patient and see second-round value in a 7'2" 18-year-old who gets you second-chance points and still has intriguing defensive upside. But his image and projection have taken hits this year.
59. Cleveland Cavaliers: Donovan Dent (New Mexico, PG)
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Previous Mock Position: No. 59
Size: 6'2", 185 lbs
Age: 21
Nationality: USA
Pro Comparison: Ish Smith
Shooting has kept Donovan Dent from generating NBA buzz, but the level at which he's able to penetrate, finish and distribute should lower the bar.
He's also threatening enough with his mid-range pull-up and floater, and he's hit four threes (44.4 percent) in his last four games.
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