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Where Walter Clayton, Alex Condon are projected to go in latest ESPN, CBS mock drafts

On3 imageby:Keith Niebuhr•05/13/25•

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Florida Gators guard Walter Clayton Jr. (1) shoots the ball against Auburn Tigers forward Chaney Johnson (31) during the second half in the semifinals of the men's Final Four of the 2025 NCAA Tournament at the Alamodome. (Bob Donnan-Imagn Images)

Following the NBA Draft Lottery on Monday, we now know the complete picking order for the upcoming NBA Draft. With that in mind, both ESPN and CBS Sports have produced up-to-date mock drafts. Here is where Florida Gators’ Walter Clayton, an All-American guard, and forward Alex Condon, a player who still might return to Gainesville for another season, are projected to go.

ESPN has 1 Gator going in the first round, and another in the second

ESPN projects Clayton to go No. 25 overall in the first round to Orlando. “This is the Magic’s second first-round selection, acquired from Denver in 2021 in the Aaron Gordon trade. Orlando appears to be shifting into more of a win-now phase, making this pick a potential trade chip but also a spot to bolster depth,” ESPN wrote.

Of Clayton, ESPN added this: “Clayton’s stellar NCAA tournament showing has vaulted him into the mix as a potential option in the 20s. He brings scoring prowess and the ability to hit tough shots, but also an element of streakiness that accompanies his style of play. He projects as a potential microwave bench scorer, capable of putting up points quickly as a change-of-pace guard. His lack of size, defensive struggles and limited playmaking skills are drawbacks, but there are teams that might benefit from adding him to their bench mix next season.”

Meanwhile, ESPN has Condon going 31st overall to the Minnesota Timberwolves. That is the first pick of the second round. Condon was third-team All-SEC last season after averaging 10.6 points, 7.5 rebounds, 2.2 assists and 1.3 blocks in 24.9 minutes per game. He has has until May 28 to decide whether to keep his name in the draft or return to school.”

Also of note, ESPN has Arkansas transfer point guard Boogie Fland, a possible Gators target, going 44th overall (second round) to Oklahoma City.

The CBS Sports mock draft is for the first 30 picks only

Clayton is the only Gator mentioned in the CBS Sports mock draft. In that mock, he is projected to be the No. 18 overall pick (Washington). Said CBS Sports: “Dare I say the Washington Wizards are looking like they may be … a fun team to watch? Adding Clayton Jr. to the mix would double the fun. He’s one of the draft’s most dynamic shot-makers and is coming off a legendary NCAA Tournament title run at Florida in which he showcased his scoring and playmaking.”

Neither Condon or Fland is listed by CBS Sports, which projected only the first round.

The 2025 NBA Draft is June 25.

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