2025 NBA Draft Board 2.0: Ranking Top 75 prospects, others to watch during March Madness

The 2025 NBA Draft continues to grow closer, and the scouting window for the prospects is beginning to close as the college basketball regular season nears its end and conference tournaments begin. March Madness now provides a great opportunity for players to raise their stock on a national stage.

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. Balancing which traits translate becomes the challenging part of scouting.

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

Ranked 1-10

1. Cooper Flagg, Duke

Cooper Flagg continues to show why he is heavily 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 key to separating himself from the field has been his continued offensive development, including the consistency of his perimeter shot to take pressure off his interior finishing.

2. Dylan Harper, Rutgers

Playing alongside Ace Bailey, Dylan Harper has established himself as an all-around point guard capable of organizing his team and creating his own opportunities when needed regardless of who is on the floor. The leadership aspect of his game has been evident already, but it has not translated to wins, making Rutgers one of the most confusing cases in college basketball.

3. Tre Johnson, Texas

Tre Johnson has blossomed into an offensive juggernaut at Texas, establishing himself as one of the most offensively gifted players in the 2025 NBA Draft class with big outputs. Consistency and scalability have fallen right into place. The questions surrounding Johnson focus primarily on the translation to whatever NBA team drafts him, given the amount of time he spends with the ball in his hands and need for defensive help.

4. Ace Bailey, Rutgers

The shot-making of Ace Bailey was on full display for large stretches of the season, but the Rutgers star has struggle with shot selection which has translated into inconsistency. Bailey has likely taken on too much of the blame for Rutgers this season, but has not quite lived up to the billing which put him as the biggest contender to pass Flagg at No. 1 overall.

5. VJ Edgecombe, Baylor

In an up and down season at Baylor, VJ Edgecombe has provides a clear value with explosion and scoring prowess off the wing. He also shows signs that he could hold up there with the ability to compete on both ends while he works through the growing pains. Rounding-out his game on the edges and developing consistency remain the biggest needs for Edgecombe, who has shown enough upside to remain up high.

6. 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. The only downside to this point in his game is that Jakucionis also fills the turnover category too often which must be cleaned up before facing bigger, more physical NBA defenders.

7. 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 has done nothing but build hype around him since, even as one of the class’s most controversial prospects. He brings elite defensive tools and versatility, showing offensive growth, but requires plenty projection given his current role and what NBA teams will likely ask him to do.

8. 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. Since, he has shown that other areas of his game are NBA ready too, with plenty work as a co-star and ability to hold up in a team defense. The next step will be further development as a three-level scorer, while the promise for his outside shot only increases in a situation where he is further down the scouting report and has better spacing.

9. Liam McNeeley, UConn

Although UConn has struggled to find consistency throughout the season, Liam McNeeley has undoubtedly been the common reason for the surges they experience when his production goes up. Improved efficiency inside the arc could help his team and his draft stock still, but there is no question about his willingness to compete.

10. Rasheer Fleming, St. Joseph’s

Even playing at the mid-major level, St. Joseph’s forward Rasheer Fleming uses his high usage rate to showcase translatable skills on both ends of the floor as his numbers stand out in every category. The ability to scale his output is also simple given the way he plays with efficient shots at the rim and from beyond the 3-point line. While the jump will hold him back in the eyes of some, there is enough of a track record to believe Fleming will bring the same skillset to any level he plays at moving forward.

Ranked 11-30

11. Jeremiah Fears, Oklahoma

Jeremiah Fears was a very popular NBA Draft name during the middle portion of the season, showing explosiveness and versatility as a playmaking guard. He has the speed needed to get downhill at any level. The question regarding Fears come with his struggle to contribute for long stretches in SEC play, paired with a drop in efficiency when he did find places to produce. A late surge has eased some of the concerns as he looks up to speed with the game more often as he turns the corner.

12. 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 taking efficient shots. Developing the consistency of his game to translate across various styles remains the question, as he remains unable to show off the little pieces some teams seek out.

13. 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 scoring has not become a strength, but adjustments have clearly settled him a bit. The struggle to jump levels quickly in Europe provides obvious room for concern in the NBA, but his stock could come down to the testing against his peers during the summer.

14. Derick Queen, Maryland

Derick Queen has already made waves as one of the most debated prospects in the 2025 class, given his age and 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. There is no questioning the stats, as he and his coach continue to push teams to view what he does rather than worry about the things he does not do. But the questions on defense remain.

15. Asa Newell, Georgia

For Asa Newell, offensive production and rebounding have been no problem in his college career as he gets to his spots. He has led Georgia to their heights throughout the season and his struggles often correlate with the team. However, the need to become more consistent while developing his perimeter game to help his case to play with other bigs remains. He is a clear forward, but lacks a few skills needed to make the most of the position.

16. Ben Saraf, Israel

Ben Saraf had a breakout performance over the summer and carried it into the season while soaring on the radar of NBA scouts. He remains an intriguing prospect as a natural scorer looking to add more elements to his game. Efficiency and outside shooting continue to be the talking point for Saraf as he looks to build draft stock entering the summer.

17. Egor Demin, BYU

No prospect has seen swings quite as large as Egor Demin this season, from the lottery to the Top 5, back into the teens as he shows off incredible passing and all the attributes needed to distribute from the point guard position. However, he struggled to handle the leap in competition midway through the year, highlighted by a large dip in scoring and the return of perimeter shooting struggles which had plagued him.

18. Danny Wolf, Michigan

Danny Wolf is one of the largest risers of the college basketball season, going from a player barely on the radar of NBA Draft conversations to a seeming lock to go in the first round thanks to his passing skills and ability to serve as an offensive hub from the top of the key. While his techniques are not always traditional, they have been successful to this point. The biggest question left for Wolf comes on the defensive end where he will be asked to play more on the interior at the next level than chasing forwards into the corner.

19. 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 increased enough this season to provide the hope needed he can reach NBA heights as a rotation player. Whether he continues to receive opportunities to grow his game or not, it is slightly difficult to find strong takeaways from the limited opportunities without seeing his skills in the summer.

20. Jase Richardson, Michigan State

Despite his lack of size, Richardson has made a huge impact for Michigan State on both ends of the floor throughout his freshman season. Since entering the starting lineup, his production has taken a leap and further shown why he could rise up draft boards. The ability to play both guard positions, holding up defensively while promising to fit within the offense without having to be a top option, plenty teams will have interest.

21. Johni Broome, Auburn

Broome has expanded his offensive game to complement an NBA-level defensive base, making him a candidate to become a lock in the first round as he chases down National Player of the Year honors against Cooper Flagg. The only question surrounding Broome’s game comes with his age and ceiling, but that should not stop teams picking late in the first from offering him the backup center role on a championship contender.

22. 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. The range for Karaban likely falls toward the end of the first round, giving him the opportunity to step straight into a defined role which he can add value in.

23. Noah Penda, France

Noah Penda has moved up NBA Draft boards after proving his ability to contribute with his professional team in Europe. The big wing has all the tools needed to become the prototype role players contending teams are looking to add into the rotation. There is still plenty projection in Penda’s game, with the need to grow as a perimeter shooter and develop more skills which he can use to stay on the floor offensively.

24. Thomas Sorber, Georgetown

Thomas Sorber has built his NBA Draft stock as a solid center with the ability to score efficiently on the interior and provide solid defense. He easily fits the prototype for a big set next to a driving point guard. There has been little indication to this point that Sorber’s game offensively will develop to include more of the modern elements some other teams look for on the perimeter, offensively and defensively.

25. Labaron Philon, Alabama

Labaron Philon shot up the board early in his freshman season by establishing space in the Alabama rotation and doing a little bit of everything. He continues to be a big piece of his team’s gameplan due to his intensity on both ends. His perimeter shot will continue to develop, and he also needs to round the edges on other aspects of his game. However, there is enough of a base to wonder how high a team is willing to go.

26. Sergio De Larrea, Spain

Sergio De Larrea continues to raise his NBA stock during his time in Europe, shooting the ball incredibly well from deep while serving as the initiator at times. He has also showed some versatility to play both guard spots. Without a large amount of playing time throughout most of the season, De Larrea still has room to show how his game scales or when he is asked to be the team’s go-to playmaker.

27. Nique Clifford, Colorado State

Nique Clifford has sat on the edge of NBA Draft talks for multiple seasons now, showing a clear prototype game which promises to fit into a role somewhere. This season, he has upped his offensive output with the departure of other Colorado State players, adding to his stock. Questions surrounding Clifford’s ability to shoot from the perimeter have been calmed, leaving few knocks left outside of age for teams looking to add a well-rounded wing.

28. Joan Beringer, Serbia

Joan Beringer has raised his NBA Draft stock with a strong run of performances during a key stretch of the season. While he does not plus size, the offensive versatility on display moved him quickly into the mix for the first round or higher. The questions on his consistency long term, along with his ability to become a plus defender at the NBA level are the last things holding him back from the lottery.

29. 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 and has the tools to be a solid defender against older opponents as well. The question for Essengue moving forward will come with his ability to develop a consistent outside shot, or to find the spaces on the floor he can remain effective if that does not come.

30. Carter Bryant, Arizona

Carter Bryant is another forward who has shown flashes of what he can be on the offensive end. However, the thing that NBA teams will love is his willingness to fall into a role which benefits his team and maximizes his teammates. There remain questions about Bryant’s ability to scale up given the role he is asked to play, but those are far outweighed by the benefit of finding a player excited for the current opportunity to contribute.

Ranked 31-50

31. Miles Byrd, SDSU

Miles Byrd is one of the top perimeter defenders who has not received widespread national attention this season, starring for SDSU. The ability to add shooting and scoring to a contending Mountain West team puts him on the radar as a potential draft riser.

32. Kam Jones, Marquette

Kam 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. His growth and low-floor make him the type of player teams look for in this range.

33. Will Riley, Illinois

A late re-class prospect, Will Riley is among the youngest players in the draft class and has shown flashes which could see him rise up the board further. The key for him late is to make consistent impact toward winning key games.

34. Adou Thiero, Arkansas

Adou Thiero transferred from Kentucky to Arkansas as a solid perimeter defender with some scoring upside as a slasher. He has unlocked a bit of the offensive side of his game in a new location, however he still lacks an outside shot to give him plus value on that end.

35. Alex Condon, Florida

Alex Condon has put his versatility on display for Florida, playing alongside another center at times with solid results. His perimeter shooting has taken a massive leap, making him a versatile player on both ends of the floor as he contributors in plenty small areas.

36. Isaiah Evans, Duke

Isaiah Evans is the late-blooming prospect of the NBA Draft cycle, finding his rhythm as one of the top 3-point shooters in the class. He continues to grow, making his case as a valuable piece of the rotation with even more to offer.

37. Boogie Fland, Arkansas

Boogie Fland suffered a season-ended injury which hurt his ability to improve draft stock until at least offseason workouts. The Arkansas guard performed well in the minutes he played, but a lack of team success and lack of game-changing size at 6-foot-2 land him here.

38. Ian Jackson, North Carolina

Ian Jackson is one of the best pure-scorers in the 2025 NBA Draft class, able to create shots for himself at any time. However, he lacks many other plus traits which immediately translate, and questions about his ability to take on high usage in the professional ranks hold his value to this range.

39. Rocco Zikarsky, Australia

While he is perhaps the most raw prospect in the 2025 draft class, Rocco Zikarsky has every opportunity to become a valuable player with his size and skillset on the defensive end. Even as his offensive game continues to grow slowly there is a chance to grow in the right system.

40. Donnie Freeman, Syracuse

Donnie Freeman struggled early in the season to showcase some of the skills which led him up the board as a high school prospect. He then suffered an injury which set him back from figuring things out in front of an audience.

41. Chaz Lanier, Tennessee

Quick to prove he can translate his high-scoring efficiency, Chaz Lanier proven himself as the top scoring option on his team while looking to follow Dalton Knecht’s path which saw him land in the first round after a big run of performances. The continued growth on defense will determine his path.

42. JoJo Tugler, Houston

JoJo Tugler is the best all-around defender in the 2025 NBA Draft class, working in the post and on the perimeter against a variety of opponents. The challenge for the Houston forward is to find offensive value, where he struggles to shoot or create offense for himself.

43. JT Toppin, Texas Tech

JT Toppin remains a valuable forward with his scoring and rebounding, pair with defensive value. However, his ability to fit into the modern NBA offense relies on an improved outside shot which must develop over the coming months.

44. Drake Powell, North Carolina

Drake Powell has struggled to make an offensive impact to this point. While he has shown flashes which keep him in the mix, it is the defensive value which keeps him from dropping fully off the draft radar this season.

45. Bogoljub Markovic, Serbia

Bogoljub Markovic is a bit undersized at center, but makes up for it with his ability to stretch the floor on offense. While his defensive statistics do not stand out this season, he has provided enough to make him an interesting prospect capable of filling a role.

46. Darrion Williams, Texas Tech

Darrion Williams has proven his worth as an NBA level wing player this season, taking the leap as the top perimeter option for a contending team. Paired with his defensive ability, there is plenty interest in the role he could fill.

47. Alex Toohey, Australia

Alex 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. He could potentially be one of the first players in the class to fit into their role.

48. Joson Sanon, Arizona State

Joson Sanon is a polarizing figure in the 2025 NBA Draft class, with a recent injury further complicating the evaluation. He possesses plenty potential offensive traits which translate, but has not fully put them together in the college game to this point.

49. Tyrese Proctor, Duke

Tyrese Proctor leads the way for veteran college guards in college basketball. Running the show for Duke, he continues to hold value with his size and versatility in the backcourt, with his shot continuing to improve his value.

50. Ryan Kalkbrenner, Creighton

Ryan Kalkbrenner has established himself as one of the top defensive centers in college basketball over the past few seasons, drawing NBA interest despite his decision to return. Questions over his ability to contribute on both ends – and about his mobility against a higher level of athletes – remains in question but has been calmed as he takes on the bulk of the offensive output.

Ranked 51-75

51. Sion James, Duke
52. Dink Pate, G-League
53. Cedric Coward, Washington State
54. Derrion Reid, Alabama
55. Izan Almansa, Spain
56. Maxime Raynaud, Stanford
57. Tomislav Ivisic, Illinois
58. Yaxel Landeborg, UAB
59. Johann Grunloh, Germany
60. Michael Ruzic, Croatia
61. Braden Smith, Purdue
62. Tucker DeVries, West Virginia
63. Motiejus Krivas, Arizona
64. Eric Dailey, UCLA
65. Max Shulga, VCU
66. Zacharie Perrin, France
67. Walter Clayton, Florida
68. Jamir Watkins, Florida State
69. Baye Ndongo, Georgia Tech
70. Ben Henshall, Australia
71. Michael Ajayi, Gonzaga
72. Milan Momcilovic, Iowa State
73. Mackenzie Mgbako, Indiana
74. Zvonomir Ivisic, Arkansas
75. Mark Sears, Alabama

Other names to watch

PG: Milos Uzan, Juni Mobley, Xaivian Lee, Chase Hunter
SG: Jaxson Robinson, Alijah Martin, KJ Lewis, Wesley Yates
SF: Tyler Harris, Andrej Stojakovic, Payton Sandfort, John Tonje
PF: Mohamed Diawara, Arthur Kaluma, Malique Lewis, Andrew Carr
C: Flory Bidunga, Hansen Yang, Mouhamed Faye, Amari Williams