The 2025 NBA Draft, being held at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, NY, is shaping up to be a must-watch event with a stacked class, rising stars, and plenty of drama. So, where and when is it all going down—and who are the names you need to know?
2025 NBA Draft Viewing Guide: Date, Channel, and More
2025 NBA Draft Date
- Round 1: Wednesday, June 25
- Round 2: Thursday, June 26
2025 NBA Draft Channel
- Round 1: ESPN and ABC
- Round 2: ESPN
How Many Picks Are in the 2025 NBA Draft?
There will be 59 total picks. While teams usually get one per round, the New York Knicks forfeited their second-round pick due to a tampering violation.
2025 NBA Draft First-Round Order
The NBA Draft Lottery, being held on Monday, May 12, will determine the first four picks, involving the 14 teams that missed the playoffs. The rest of the first-round picks will be slotted based on regular-season records, from worst to best.
Note: The official first-round order will be updated following the lottery.
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16–30: Remaining playoff teams in reverse standings
2025 NBA Draft Prospect Rankings
This year’s class is a spicy mix of NCAA superstars and international prodigies. Some names have already begun turning heads, and by June, they’ll be household names.
Top 2025 NBA Draft Prospects (So Far)
- F Cooper Flagg, Duke: The projected No. 1 pick and a human highlight reel. Flagg is a two-way monster with size, skill, and insane basketball IQ. The hype is real.
- G/F Kon Knueppel, Duke: One of the most polished shooters in college basketball. Averaged 14.4 PPG and hit 40.7% from deep. He’s your classic “sneaky good” guy who sneaks right into the lottery.
- G Dylan Harper, Rutgers: Electric scorer with elite ball-handling skills. The lefty combo guard is already one of the most exciting talents in the country.
- G Tre Johnson, Texas: Silky scorer who can fill it up from anywhere. His great size for a guard and a smooth jumper make him lottery-worthy.
- C Khaman Maluach, Duke: A seven-footer with international experience, rim protection, and untapped upside. Think raw talent meets elite athleticism.
- G Egor Demin, BYU: From Moscow to the mountains—Demin is a 6’9” point guard who sees the floor like a chess master. His length and playmaking scream “modern NBA.”
- F/C Danny Wolf, Michigan: A rebounding machine with finesse and court vision. Led the Big Ten in boards and turned heads after transferring from Yale.
- PG Nolan Traore, France: One of Europe’s top prospects. This French point guard is crafty, quick, and already on every scout’s radar.
If you’re a fan of fresh talent, trade rumors, and surprise picks, the 2025 NBA Draft is about to be your Super Bowl. With Barclays Center set as the stage and prospects like Cooper Flagg and Dylan Harper ready to shine, the excitement is building by the day. The only thing missing? The lottery balls are falling into place.
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Keep an eye on pre-draft workouts, NCAA tournament heroics, and overseas breakout performances. This class has depth, star power, and plenty of mystery—just how we like it. Whether your team is picking first or fishing for gems at the bottom of the round, the 2025 draft could change everything.
June 25 and 26—mark it down. That’s when basketball’s next generation officially steps into the spotlight.
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