2025 NBA Draft Scouting Report for Orlando Magic No. 25 Pick Jase Richardson
The Orlando Magic have selected Jase Richardson with the No. 25 pick in the 2025 NBA draft.
Richardson earned third-team All-Big Ten honors this past season at Michigan State and was named to the Big Ten All-Freshman Team.
The 19-year-old shot a high percentage both off the catch and the dribble, giving him versatility as a perimeter scorer. His finishing ability also stood out, as he consistently took smart angles and converted at a high rate around the rim.
He rarely forced bad shots, thriving within Michigan State's offense. He often showed high-level IQ, capitalizing on defensive breakdowns.
Still, the guard measured under 6'1" in socks at the combine, which raises concerns about his size and ability to create separation against NBA wings.
He's more scorer than playmaker, and he played out of spot-ups often, leaving questions about his creativity off the bounce.
Of course, Richardson is a highly touted prospect for a reason. His shotmaking, efficiency and feel for the game give him a foundation that teams can bet on as he expands his role at the next level.
Richardson ranks No. 9 on B/R NBA draft expert Jonathan Wasserman's 2025 Prospect Big Board.
Essential Facts and Stats
College: Michigan State | Position: SG | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 178 lbs | Age: 19 | Vertical: 38" | Wingspan: 6'6" | PPG: 12.1 | RPG: 3.3 | APG: 1.9 | BPG: 0.3 | SPG: 0.8 | FG%: 49.3 | 3PT%: 41.2
Realistic Pro Comparison: Reed Sheppard
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Richardson and Houston Rockets guard Reed Sheppard have both been lauded for their efficiency, shooting and defensive instincts as undersized 2-guards.
Some of their creativity was also masked during college but can be spotlighted in the right NBA system.
Like Sheppard, Richardson hits open shots from on and off the ball, scores in ball-screen situations and makes good decisions. Neither, however, is considered a true enough point guard or playmaker to operate as a lead ball-handler.
Strengths
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Shooting: Richardson shot a high percentage off the catch and dribble. His shotmaking prowess should make him very adaptable to playing different spots on and off the ball.
Finishing: Despite checking in at just 6'1", he was one of the most efficient finishers among guards in this draft. He excels at creating easy angles or taking the right routes to the basket.
Efficiency: He rarely made unforced errors. Richardson scored efficiently within the offense, doing a great job of capitalizing on what the defense gave up.
Weaknesses
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Physical Tools: Richardson measured under 6'1" in socks, raising questions about how well he'll be able to separate against NBA 2-guards. As they say, you can't teach size.
Creation: He played out of spot-ups often at Michigan State, and aside from attacking ball-screens or stepping into space for a pull-up, he wasn't able to showcase too much dribble creativity.
Playmaking: Richardson is easily more of a scorer than playmaker, so his team will have to come to terms with playing a guard his size at the 2.
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