Arizona’s Jaden Bradley is among 106 players officially selected for the 2025 NBA Draft. However, the 21-year-old guard has until May 28 to opt out of the draft, just like last season.
That’s a pretty likely scenario.
However, that doesn’t mean there aren’t NBA teams that could be interested in selecting him. Let’s take a look at a few of them.
Some Jaden Bradley’s NBA Options
Sports Illustrated believes that any NBA team wouldn’t select Bradley if he stayed in the draft until the end. There’s no doubt that’s an unflattering projection for the junior Wildcat.
This prediction could encourage Bradley to return to Arizona to play his senior season. After all, a revenue-sharing contract awaits him if he decides to postpone his pursuit of an NBA spot.
However, at least three teams in the world’s top league could pursue a prospect like Bradley. Let’s see who they are:
Washington Wizards
The Wizards only have two point guards on their roster: Malcolm Brogdon and Marcus Smart. Adding a relatively inexpensive option like Bradley wouldn’t hurt.
Charlotte Hornets
The Hornets finished the season in 14th place in the Eastern Conference, ahead of only the Wizards. Their need to rebuild is no secret if they want to get close to a playoff spot.
Charlotte also played with two point guards last season: LaMelo Ball (the team’s most expensive player) and Tre Mann.
Philadelphia 76ers
Tyrese Maxey, one of the 76ers’ two point guards, is the third most expensive player on the team with a salary of $35.1 million. Five players on their roster earn over 90% of the team’s salary.
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This shows how much they need to cover their needs with the least money. Bradley could be an option.
Utah Jazz
Another team that needs to consider its finances when drafting. Their two point guards from last season, Collin Sexton and Jordan Clarkson, were among the five most expensive players on the roster at over $44 million in combined salary.
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