2025 NBA Mock Draft Predictions for Lakers, Warriors, Celtics, More In Round 2
Day 2 of the 2025 NBA draft features a group of talented available prospects, including some sliding first-round projections.
Entering the night, we have three top-30 players still on the board.
Day 1 saw a few surprises, including the Brooklyn Nets using their No. 8 pick on Egor Demin, the No. 22 prospect on my big board.
Then, the Portland Trail Blazers used the No. 16 pick (via a trade with the Memphis Grizzlies) on Hansen Yang, the No. 45 player on my big board.
In case you were wondering, nobody saw either of those picks coming, especially Portland's.
Of course, that's the excitement of the draft.
With another full night of making dreams come true ahead, let's take a look at what might be in store for Day 2, and how the final 29 picks might shake out.
31. Minnesota Timberwolves (via Jazz): Rasheer Fleming (Saint Joseph's, PF)
1 of 29
Size: 6'8", 232 lbs
Age: 20
Nationality: USA
Pro Comparison: Taylor Hendricks
Rasheer Fleming's 7'5" wingspan measurement was eye-opening for a barefoot 6'8", 232-pound forward. That physical profile, plus a shooting stroke that connected on 62 threes (39.0 percent), will generate interest from a number of teams in the mid-to-late first round.
We've heard from scouts who think he's going to go earlier than many initially expected.
32. Boston Celtics (via Wizards): Maxime Raynaud (Stanford, C)
2 of 29
Size: 7'1", 250 lbs
Age: 22
Nationality: France
Pro Comparison: Quentin Post
After Wednesday's scrimmage, plus an entire season of scoring and three-point shooting production, some scouts have Maxime Raynaud closer to the lottery than the second round.
His offensive skill and production have become highly convincing.
At the least, teams figure to see a second-unit, 7'1" weapon that can stretch the floor and create offense out of the post.
33. Charlotte Hornets: Ryan Kalkbrenner (Creighton, C)
3 of 29
Size: 7'1", 257 lbs
Age: 23
Nationality: USA
Pro Comparison: Colin Castleton
Ryan Kalkbrenner put together another productive season of post scoring, finishing and shot-blocking. He'll head to the NBA after improving marginally over this past season as a three-point shooter.
The upside with Kalkbrenner isn't overly exciting unless that three-point shot becomes a regular weapon at the next level. Teams are evaluating his jumper closely in workout settings. But 7'1" size, a refined inside game and defensive presence create a high floor that is attractive for a likely second-round pick.
34. Charlotte Hornets (via Pelicans): Adou Thiero (Arkansas, SF/PF)
4 of 29
Size: 6'6", 218 lbs
Age: 21
Nationality: USA
Pro Comparison: Keldon Johnson
Adou Thiero was unable to participate in on-court activities at the NBA combine due to a knee injury that limited him late in the season.
His shooting remains problematic, but he's improved his ability to create for himself inside the arc, a needed development that has 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.
35. Philadelphia 76ers: Noah Penda (Le Mans, SF/PF)
5 of 29
Size: 6'7", 242 lbs
Age: 20
Nationality: France
Pro Comparison: Nicolas Batum
Noah Penda made it to Treviso for an abbreviated combine, where he measured 6'7", 242 pounds with a 6'11.5" wingspan.
While his unique body could work for and against him, there will be first-round interest in an interchangeable forward who can make open threes, pass, cut for easy baskets and react/move well defensively. Fit outweighs upside with Penda.
He scored in double figures in eight of his final 12 games, earning baskets for himself in different ways from on and off the ball.
36. Phoenix Suns (via Nets): Tyrese Proctor (Duke, PG/SG)
6 of 29
Size: 6'4", 183 lbs
Age: 21
Nationality: Australia
Pro Comparison: Landry Shamet
Tyrese Proctor couldn't get his shot going against Houston in the Final Four, but he made 16 threes during Duke's first four NCAA tournament wins.
NBA teams will mostly be drawn to Proctor's shotmaking, but there is enough tape of passing IQ to recognize he has more playmaking feel than the assist numbers suggest.
37. Detroit Pistons: Chaz Lanier (Tennessee, SG)
7 of 29
Size: 6'4", 206 lbs
Age: 23
Nationality: USA
Pro Comparisons: Seth Curry, Alec Burks
Chaz Lanier finished second at the NBA combine in aggregate shooting, unsurprising based on his 229 made threes over the past two seasons. NBA teams that could use more offensive firepower will look past age and lack of versatility for such advanced shotmaking.
38. Indiana Pacers (via Spurs): Jamir Watkins (Florida State, SG/SF)
8 of 29
Size: 6'5", 215 lbs
Age: 23
Nationality: USA
Pro Comparison: Caris LeVert
It has become easier to picture a disruptive NBA defender after watching Jamir Watkins strip ball-handlers and blow up plays from off the ball during scrimmages. There should be a big second-round market for a 215-pound wing who guards multiple positions, finishes through contact and can provide secondary playmaking.
39. Toronto Raptors: Amari Williams (Kentucky, C)
9 of 29
Size: 6'11", 255 lbs
Age: 23
Nationality: England
Pro Comparison: Isaiah Hartenstein
With so many prospects returning, there is bound to be interest in a big who can initiate breaks, average 3.2 assists, finish plays and bring defensive activity. Amari Williams' playmaking and unique skill set at the 5 should outweigh his lack of shooting.
40. New Orleans Pelicans (from Wizards via Suns): Bogoljub Markovic (Mega, PF)
10 of 29
Size: 6'11", 213 lbs
Age: 19
Nationality: Serbia
Pro Comparison: Aleksej Pokusevski
Bogoljub Markovic didn't help himself at the abbreviated combine in Treviso. But there should still be second-round interest in a 6'11" forward with the offensive versatility to shoot threes, score from the post, handle in transition and pass.
41. Golden State Warriors (via Heat): Alex Toohey (Sydney, SF)
11 of 29
Size: 6'8", 223 lbs
Age: 21
Nationality: Australia
Pro Comparison: Bojan Bogdanović
Alex Toohey had a strong showing in Chicago, flashing his improved shooting and looking like an interchangeable big wing or stretch 4 during scrimmages. His range, off-ball finishing and mobility should make him one of the top options after the first round finishes.
42. Sacramento Kings (via Bulls): Kam Jones (Marquette, PG/SG)
12 of 29
Size: 6'3", 202 lbs
Age: 23
Nationality: USA
Pro Comparison: Malik Monk
Kam Jones measured just 6'3" barefoot and had to leave the first NBA combine scrimmage with an injury. It wasn't an ideal appearance for the 23-year-old, but there is enough tape of his shotmaking, finishing and improved playmaking for teams to start thinking about Jones early in the second round.
43. Washington Wizards (via Mavs and Jazz): Johni Broome (Auburn, C)
13 of 29
Size: 6'9", 249 lbs
Age: 22
Nationality: USA
Pro Comparison: Markieff Morris
After putting up 25 points and 14 boards against Michigan State, Johni Broome would go on to play his final game for Auburn. While he had his way around the basket using strength, patience and touch against Florida, he did struggle against its bigs when forced to make his first move from the perimeter.
Projecting Broome to the next level, teams should be able to bank on him for low-post offense, second-chance points, passing and shot-blocking. His usage, value and role will ultimately change if he becomes a more reliable spot-up or pick-and-pop three-point shooter.
44. Oklahoma City Thunder (via Hawks): Koby Brea (Kentucky, SF)
14 of 29
Size: 6'6", 202 lbs
Age: 22
Nationality: USA/Dominican Republic
Pro Comparison: Duncan Robinson
Koby Brea joined a short list of college players 6'6" and over to shoot 42.0 percent from three on 700 career attempts. Half carved out NBA careers or roles, including Allan Houston, Dennis Scott, Jason Kapono, Kyle Korver, Sam Hauser and Steve Novak.
Teams could see a specialist and value with Brea in the second round.
45. Los Angeles Lakers (via Kings): Sion James (Duke, SF)
15 of 29
Size: 6'5", 218 lbs
Age: 22
Nationality: USA
Pro Comparison: Wendell Moore Jr.
Teams could want to take a chance on Sion James' outlier strength for a wing or ball-handler. At 218 pounds, he's a force downhill with secondary playmaking ability and accurate spot-up shooting numbers (46.9 percent).
46. Orlando Magic: Javon Small (West Virginia, PG)
16 of 29
Size: 6'1", 190 lbs
Age: 22
Nationality: USA
Pro Comparison: Cole Anthony
Scouts sound interested in Javon Small, whose production has drawn more attention to his shotmaking and playmaking. Tough shots off the dribble can hurt his efficiency, but an NBA team could see his creation, downhill game and confidence around the perimeter working for a bench-spark role.
47. Milwaukee Bucks (from Pistons, via Wizards): John Tonje (Wisconsin, SG)
17 of 29
Size: 6'5", 212 lbs
Age: 24
Nationality: USA/Cameroon
Pro Comparison: Chris Duarte
After four years at Colorado State and one with Missouri, John Tonje put himself in the draft discussion by averaging 19.6 points for Wisconsin. He made 85 threes and 231 free throws (90.9 percent FT), as Tonje's shotmaking and physical driving ability have become worth looking into for teams late in the second round.
48. Memphis Grizzlies (via Warriors): Ryan Nembhard (Gonzaga, PG)
18 of 29
Size: 5'11", 176 lbs
Age: 22
Nationality: Canada
Pro Comparison: Tre Jones
After leading the nation in assists, Ryan Nembhard dished out 14 in two NBA combine scrimmages (three turnovers). Athletic and scoring limitations are evident, but he'll get looks from teams who value his ability to run offense and set the table.
49. Cleveland Cavaliers (via Bucks): Lachlan Olbrich (Illawarra, PF/C)
19 of 29
Size: 6'10", weight unlisted
Age: 21
Nationality: Australia
Pro Comparison: Domantas Sabonis
Lachlan Olbrich double-doubled in both NBA combine scrimmages and didn't look out of place in spite of athletic limitations.
His instincts were evident and functional for timing dives to the basket, spin moves and offensive rebounds. He showed advanced footwork and body control to create separation and touch to convert from different angles.
50. New York Knicks: Mark Sears (Alabama, PG)
20 of 29
Size: 5'11", 183 lbs
Age: 23
Nationality: USA
Pro Comparison: Trey Burke
Mark Sears led all players in shooting drills at the combine before combining for 31 points and 11 assists in two scrimmages. Late in the second round, teams figure to see a gamble worth taking on an undersized scoring guard with Sears' production, shotmaking and toughness.
51. Los Angeles Clippers: Kobe Sanders (Nevada, SF)
21 of 29
Size: 6'7", 203 lbs
Age: 23
Nationality: USA
Pro Comparison: Kyle Kuzma
Kobe Sanders was the top performer at Portsmouth, but an injury prevented him from taking advantage of his invite to the NBA combine. The big-wing, three-level scorer who averaged 4.5 assists should be in the conversation for a number of teams in the second round.
52. Phoenix Suns (from Nuggets, via Hornets): Rocco Zikarsky (Brisbane, C)
22 of 29
Size: 7'3", 257 lbs
Age: 18
Nationality: Australia
Pro Comparison: Donovan Clingan
An injury has held Rocco Zikarsky out since January, but he was able to measure at the NBA combine. And at 7'3" barefoot, his size and mobility should be enough to make scouts want to gamble this late in the draft.
53. Utah Jazz (via Clippers): Eric Dixon (Villanova, PF)
23 of 29
Size: 6'8", 265 lbs
Age: 24
Nationality: USA
Pro Comparison: Eric Paschall
There are a lot of questions about Eric Dixon's fit at the next level, such as who does he defend? Also, will he create separation offensively? But late in the second round, teams will at least talk about the nation's leading scorer who just hit 94 threes at 6'8", 265 pounds.
He may have become a sharp enough shotmaker for teams to see some type of stretch-4 and pick-and-pop role.
54. Indiana Pacers: Brooks Barnhizer (Northwestern, SG/SF)
24 of 29
Size: 6'6", 215 lbs
Age: 23
Nationality: USA
Pro Comparison: John Konchar
Brooks Barnhizer has been working out for teams after a foot injury cut his season short. Teams could target his versatility and toughness with a two-way contract after he just averaged 17.1 points, 8.8 boards, 4.2 assists and 2.3 steals.
55. Los Angeles Lakers: Tamar Bates (Missouri, SG)
25 of 29
Size: 6'4", 191 lbs
Age: 22
Nationality: USA
Pro Comparison: Skylar Mays
Tamar Bates has put himself in the second-round discussion with a strong draft process, first standing out at Elite Camp and then looking like he belonged during NBA combine scrimmages. He's an efficient shotmaker and one of the most efficient finishers among guards in this year's field.
56. Memphis Grizzlies (via Rockets): Hunter Sallis (Wake Forest, SG)
26 of 29
Size: 6'4", 181 lbs
Age: 22
Nationality: USA
Pro Comparisons: Malaki Branham, Tim Hardaway Jr.
One of the draft's most productive/efficient pull-up shooters, Hunter Sallis is auditioning for a scoring 2-guard role at the next level. For a 6'4" guard, the lack of playmaking will limit his first-round looks, but consecutive years averaging 18 points, effective self-creation and three-level shotmaking should generate second-round interest.
57. Orlando Magic (via Celtics): Micah Peavy (Georgetown, SF)
27 of 29
Size: 6'6", 212 lbs
Age: 23
Nationality: USA
Pro Comparison: Trent Forrest
At 6'6" in socks, Micah Peavy has a real second-round case after shooting 40.0 percent from three and averaging 3.6 assists and 2.3 steals. This late, teams will look past his age for the combination of big-wing size, versatility and two-way playmaking.
58. Cleveland Cavaliers: Saliou Niang (Trento, SG/SF)
28 of 29
Size: 6'5", 190 lbs
Age: 21
Nationality: Senegal
Saliou Niang is viewed as an attractive draft-and-stash pick at the end of the first round. He's a raw 2-guard who has impressive tools and defensive upside, but he needs to get stronger and improve his shooting.
59. Houston Rockets (via Thunder): Brice Williams (Nebraska, SG)
29 of 29
Size: 6'5", 206 lbs
Age: 23
Nationality: USA
Pro Comparison: Alec Burks
Brice Williams could fall under the value-pick category for teams more interested in adding immediate shotmaking over searching for upside. An efficient three-level scorer playing on and off the ball at Nebraska, he made 1.8 threes and shot 43.8 percent on pull-ups, 53.1 percent on shots after handoffs and 61.6 percent at the rim.
