Social media exploded with excitement as Saint Joseph’s University junior forward Rasheer Fleming announced his entry into the 2025 NBA Draft. The 6’9″ forward, boasting an extraordinary 7’5″ wingspan that has scouts salivating, declared on April 11 through his agents Rich Paul and Lucas Newton of Klutch Sports.
Fleming’s decision to forgo his senior year follows a breakout junior season where he averaged 14.7 points, 8.5 rebounds, and shot an impressive 39% from three-point range.
His unique combination of size, defensive versatility and shooting touch has placed him from a relatively unknown recruit to a projected first-round pick in what analysts consider a stacked draft class.
Rasheer Fleming’s Physical Tools and Versatility Generates Draft Buzz
NBA Draft expert Jonathan Givony highlighted Fleming’s exceptional attributes on social media.
“With a 7’5 wingspan and a chiseled frame, Rasheer Fleming is a prototypical NBA big man physically, with strong finishing and floor-spacing prowess. He filled up the stat sheet with dunks, 3s, rebounds, steals and blocks, making highlight-reel plays with his exceptional length,” Givony said.
With a 7’5 wingspan, and a chiseled frame, Rasheer Fleming is a prototypical NBA big man physically, with strong finishing and floor-spacing prowess. He filled up the stat sheet with dunks, 3s, rebounds, steals and blocks, making highlight-reel plays with his exceptional length. https://t.co/ExcuHdrAP8 pic.twitter.com/DkvqWKDErp
— Jonathan Givony (@DraftExpress) April 11, 2025
The Atlantic 10 First Team selection has drawn comparisons to versatile NBA forwards like Al Harrington, with his ability to stretch the floor while providing elite rim protection. His statistical profile of 1.5 blocks and 1.4 steals per game, along with nearly 40% three-point shooting, exemplifies the two-way potential that modern NBA teams covet in wing players.
Fleming’s journey from turning down high major offers to developing into an NBA prospect at Saint Joseph’s has resonated with fans and analysts alike. His loyalty to the Hawks program and subsequent development under coach Billy Lange demonstrates the increasing value of midmajor prospects who display both polish and versatility.
“Rasheer Fleming’s got the full package – size, skill, and serious highlight potential. He’s built for the league,” wrote one X user, echoing sentiment across social media platforms.
“Rasheer Fleming is the most underrated prospect coming into this draft,” another fan said.
Draft projections from reputable outlets place Fleming in the first round, with mock drafts connecting him to teams like the San Antonio Spurs according to Last Word On Basketball and Oklahoma City Thunder according to Sports Illustrated.
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Fans on social media have also connected him with various teams, with Brooklyn Nets supporters showing particular enthusiasm for the prospect.
With the June 25-26 draft approaching, Fleming’s value could also continue to rise, especially if he impresses on the pre-draft workout and NBA Combine. For Camden native Fleming, the declaration represents personal glory as well as pride, hopefully marking him the next Philadelphia region player to make waves on the NBA scene.
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