2025 NBA Draft Board 1.0: Ranking Top 75 prospects, others to watch

The 2025 NBA Draft has been anticipated for quite some time now, with a talented pool of players available. Now through one month of the college basketball season, it is time to look at which stars could make the leap to the next level next year.

The relationship between top college basketball and future NBA prospects certainly included overlap but is not always a like-for-like comparison due to the different style of play, and level of athleticism between levels.

Here is an early look at the Top 75 players who could hear their name called in June of 2025 for the NBA Draft, including those currently playing in the college ranks and those in professional leagues across the globe.

Ranked 1-10

1. Cooper Flagg, Duke

Cooper Flagg has already flashed why he is considered the favorite to go No. 1 in the 2025 NBA Draft, making an impact on offense and defense at a high level. The ability to play on-ball defense or help from the weakside as a forward is valuable in any system.

The areas he must continue to develop start with the perimeter shot, improving his 3-point percentage will only help create easy buckets. Decision-making late in games is also an acquired skill which he must improve after costly mistakes early this season.

2. Ace Bailey, Rutgers

The shot-making of Ace Bailey has already been on full display since his college debut, while his shot selection and playmaking ability remain the questions which will determine his offensive ceiling.

The ability to pass the ball and continue to turn flashes of defensive ability into a consistent contribution ate the swing skills which could elevate him and create real discussion about the No. 1 overall pick.

3. Dylan Harper, Rutgers

Playing alongside Ace Bailey, Dylan Harper has already established himself as an all-around point guard capable of organizing his team and creating his own opportunities when needed.

The leadership aspect of his game has been evident already, and getting more reps on both ends of the floor against high-level opposition will only help him refine the skills he possesses and lock him into the Top Five of this class.

4. Egor Demin, BYU

The college basketball arrival of Egor Demin has moved him up the board in the eyes of many, combining the size and passing which had previously flashed with signs of offensive playmaking and shot making as well.

The level of competition will only rise throughout the season, making his continued development important for his team and his draft stock moving forward.

5. Nolan Traore, France

The promising young guard has started off his professional season with a few ups and downs, but that is often common for this type of European prospect. His performances in previous showcase events and international competition leave no doubt his ceiling.

The most important thing to watch will be the ability to quickly adjust and string together consistent performances and grow his role throughout the season.

6. Tre Johnson, Texas

Tre Johnson has come out fast at Texas, establishing himself as one of the most offensively gifted players in the 2025 NBA Draft class with big outputs. Consistency and scalability are the two most important areas to watch.

Also important will be the evolution within his team as players come back. It is clear Johnson will remain a focal point, but his ability to remain impactful and help teammates score will be more evident.

7. Kasparas Jakucionis, Illinois

Kasparas Jakucionis is one of the best stat sheet stuffers in college basketball this season, setting up the Illinois offense as a playmaker and rebounding well thanks to his size advantage at guard.

Efficient shooting numbers and solid defensive performances only help build his stock as an NBA prospect. This type of performance through the Big Ten schedule will only lift him higher.

8. VJ Edgecombe, Baylor

There has been no shortage of early highlights for VJ Edgecombe, despite some early ups and downs for Baylor this season. He provides a clear value with explosion and scoring prowess.

Rounding-out his game on the edges and finding where he fits into this lineup to impact winning will be important to maintain his high stock.

9. Khaman Maluach, Duke

After receiving mixed reviews coming into his freshman season, Khaman Maluach has impressed with his defensive presence around the rim, as well as his ability to be used setting screens and rim-running on offense when needed.

Developing the consistency of his game to translate across various styles, along with increased output on the boards are neccisary to hold his value as a center in the modern game.

10. Liam McNeeley, UConn

Although UConn had a difficult week in the Maui Invitational, Liam McNeeley showed flashes of what he can be, knocking down big shots from the perimeter to keep his team in games throughout the week.

Improved efficiency inside the arc and better defensive consistency will help him develop into the type of wing prospect every NBA team is looking for in the draft.

Ranked 11-30

11. Collin Murray-Boyles, South Carolina

After choosing not to enter his name last year, Collin Murray-Boyles immediately became one of the most intriguing players in this class.

He brings elite defensive tools and versatility, showing early signs of offense growth which promise to make him more valuable if repeated.

12. Kon Knueppel, Duke

Even before the season began, the rise of Kon Knueppel had begun with reports of his 3-point shooting ability translating well early.

The next step will be further development as a three-level scorer and continued commitment to working within a team defense.

13. Ben Saraf, Israel

Ben Saraf had a breakout performance over the summer and carried it into the new season while soaring on the radar of NBA scouts.

He is a natural scorer, now looking to add more elements to his game which will give him versatility as a guard and build his stock.

14. Boogie Fland, Arkansas

Boogie Fland has gotten off to a fast start at Arkansas, taking the responsibilities of leading the team with flashes on both sides.

Along with the general size concerns he will always face, there is a need to improve as a finisher on the inside throughout the course of the year.

15. Adou Thiero, Arkansas

Perhaps no player has moved higher up the draft board this season than Adou Thiero, who has unlocked a new level of offensive production in his greater role.

The defense remains a standout trait, but the perimeter shot still has room for improvement as he unlocks the rest of his skillset.

16. Drake Powell, North Carolina

Drake Powell has shown some of his raw abilities to this point, but lacks big production of some freshman to this point.

However, his role promises to translate well on both ends as he becomes more comfortable in the system.

17. Hugo Gonzalez, Spain

A long-anticipated international prospect, Hugo Gonzalez has been on NBA records since youth level basketball when he projected as a potential No. 1 pick.

The production has not met up yet, struggling to get playing time early this season on his professional team.

18. Rocco Zikarsky, Australia

While he is perhaps the most raw prospect in the 2025 draft class, Rocco Zikarsky has every opportunity to become one of the most valuable players with his size and skillset.

Defensive rim protection promises to translate quickly while he attempts to unlock his offensive game as one of the draft’s youngest players.

19. Derick Queen, Maryland

Derick Queen has already made waves as one of the most debated prospects in the 2025 class, given his age and early production.

He brings a fluid and effective offensive game where the translation to the NBA remains a question, also working hard on the glass to rebound.

20. Will Riley, Illinois

A late re-class prospect, Will Riley is among the youngest players in the draft class and has already shown flashes which could see him rise up the board further.

He is still learning the system at times, but offensive talent is unquestioned while he continues to make effort on defense.

21. Ian Jackson, North Carolina

Ian Jackson has not taken on a large role at North Carolina due to the presence of guards about him on the roster, but processes an offensive game worth targeting.

The ability to increase his minutes and showcase his best skills will be important to his upward mobility.

22. Asa Newell, Georgia

For Asa Newell, offensive production and rebounding have been no problem early in his college career as he gets to his spots.

However, the need to become more consistent while developing his perimeter game to help his case to play with other bigs.

23. Labaron Philon, Alabama

Labaron Philon has shot up the board early in his freshman season by establishing space in the Alabama rotation and doing a little bit of everything.

His perimeter shot will continue to develop, but the ability to impact every facet of the game from either guard spot gives him value.

24. Carter Bryant, Arizona

Carter Bryant is another forward who has shown early flashes of what he can be on the offensive end.

Through his team’s early struggles, there will be a need for him to show areas he can help keep them afloat and help lift others.

25. JT Toppin, Texas Tech

JT Toppin had a chance to enter the NBA Draft last season, but opted to return for another season.

That decision has paid off so far with great numbers at his new program where he has the chance to showcase his rebounding and defense on a game-to-game basis.

26. Jaland Lowe, Pittsburgh

Jaland Lowe steps into the spotlight this season after the departure of Carlton Carrington, and has benefitted greatly.

His offensive game as a playmaker and scorer has shown great growth which projects well at the next level just like his former teammate.

27. Ryan Kalkbrenner, Creighton

Ryan Kalkbrenner returned as one of the best defensive players in college basketball this season, and got off to a hot start offensively.

However, a dip in performance tied to the loss of his point guard has left him needing to work on his game out of double and triple teams.

28. Donnie Freeman, Syracuse

Donnie Freeman has shown flashes in showcase events which saw him rise up boards entering the 2025 cycle.

The challenge now is for Freeman to put the offense and defense together consistently over the course of a season so that teams can confirm his level.

29. Alex Karaban, UConn

Alex Karaban is one of the most known entities in the 2025 NBA Draft class, bringing years of production at the top level.

A proven shooter and solid team defender, he promises to fit into an NBA lineup after years of success at the college level.

30. Noa Essengue, France

Noa Essengue is in the middle of a breakout season, putting up good stats for his professional team in Europe so far.

He has shown good signs of efficiency early and has the tools to be a solid defender against older opponents as well.

Ranked 31-50

31. Michael Ruzic, Croatia

Ruzic is a raw prospect with the tools to emerge as the season unfolds and make a case for himself to become an NBA player next season.

32. Tyrese Proctor, Duke

Proctor brings plenty of intangibles to the table as a combo guard, allowing him to play in many different systems.

33. Derrion Reid, Alabama

Reid has already seen his role grow at Alabama as he competes on the defensive end and works to expand his offensive game too.

34. Motiejus Krivas, Arizona

Krivas has the look and feel of a modern big man, but must find his role with Arizona and showcase the talent level before rising up NBA Draft boards.

35. Michael Ajayi, Gonzaga

Ajayi is a hard-working, do-it-all wing who has enough flashes of offense to peak intrigue in the other work he does on the court.

36. Kanon Catchings, BYU

Catchings has the tools to develop this season at BYU, where he must develop consistency on offense to enter the first-round conversation.

37. Payton Sandfort, Iowa

Despite a slow start to the year offensively, Sandfort remains respected for his ability to stretch the floor and has a proven track record.

38. Chaz Lanier, Tennessee

Quick to prove he can translate his high-scoring efficiency, Lanier has started hot for Tennessee and led the offense to success while upping his competition level.

39. Dink Pate, G-League

Pate now plays for a different G-League team as he prepares for the NBA Draft by playing in the fast-paced, physical league where offense is on full display.

40. Tucker DeVries, West Virginia

DeVries is another veteran college wing with a chance to show what he can do against a higher level of competition throughout the season.

41. Johni Broome, Auburn

Broome has expanded his offensive game to complement an NBA-level defensive base, making him a candidate to continue rising up the board.

42. Izan Almansa, Spain

After a disappointing NBA G-League season, Almansa opted to postpone his draft entry and rebuild his once high stock based on a long list of youth success.

43. Ben Henshall, Australia

Henshall has broken out in Australia early this season while taking on a much larger role in the offense as a playmaker.

44. Alex Toohey, Australia

Toohey has long been on NBA radars while playing at the youth level and now into his professional career, making a leap over the past year which provides promise.

45. Kam Jones, Marquette

Jones has stepped into a much larger role for Marquette this season without Tyler Kolek, and looks capable of translating all his talents on the ball or off it.

46. Jase Richardson, Michigan State

Despite his lack of size, Richardson has made an immediate impact for Michigan State on both ends of the floor early in his freshman season.

47. Coleman Hawkins, Kansas State

Despite facing the ups and downs which have plagued him at times, Hawkins has all the physical tools and underlying skillsets NBA scouts want to see.

48. Hunter Sallis, Wake Forest

Sallis is among the best scoring guards in college basketball, needing to show more complementary skills to round out his game in what would be a lesser role.

49. Arthur Kaluma, Texas

Kaluma had started strong after transferring to Texas, showcasing the value he can bring on both ends of the floor when engaged in his role.

50. Kwame Evans, Oregon

Evans has not put up big numbers to this point, but is a key piece for Oregon on both ends of the floor and already shows willingness to fill the role given to him.

Ranked 51-75

51. Grant Nelson, Alabama
52. Caleb Foster, Duke
53. Jalil Bethea, Miami
54. Trevon Brazile, Arkansas
55. Mackenzie Mgbako, Indiana
56. Flory Bidunga, Kansas
57. Koby Brea, Kentucky
58. Jaxson Robinson, Kentucky
59. Baye Ndongo, Georgia Tech
60. Mark Sears, Alabama
61. Noah Penda, France
62. Zacharie Perrin, France
63. Johann Grunloh, Germany
64. Joan Beringer, Serbia
65. Milan Momcilovic, Iowa State
66. Bruce Thornton, Ohio State
67. Nolan Hickman, Gonzaga
68. KJ Lewis, Arizona
69. AJ Storr, Kansas
70. Jamir Watkins, Florida State
71. Nique Clifford, Colorado State
72. Zvonomir Ivisic, Arkansas
73. Jarin Stevenson, Alabama
74. Sergio De Larrea, Spain
75. Sion James, Duke

Other names to watch

PG: Elliot Cadeau, DJ Wagner, Walter Clayton, Jeremy Roach, Kanaan Carlyle
SG: Thierry Darlan, Desmond Claude, Karter Knox, Aden Holloway, Rylan Griffen
SF: Dailyn Swain, Kobe Johnson, Tyler Harris, Andrej Stojakovic, Tyon Grant-Foster
PF: Rasheer Fleming, Dillon Mitchell, Malik Reneau, KJ Adams, Andrew Carr
C: Clifford Omoruyi, Jonas Aidoo, Felix Okpara, Somto Cyril, Maxime Raynaud