Dylan Harper is projected to be a lock for the number two overall pick, much like Cooper Flagg at one. Harper is a 6’6″ guard whose size will give him an advantage at the next level. He’s a fantastic athlete who can play at a fast pace and create his shots, which will translate well to the NBA.
Tre Johnson is only 18 years old but was one of the best shooters in college basketball last season, hitting 40% of his threes. Johnson’s game will translate well to the league as he can create for himself.
V.J. Edgecombe stands at 6’5″ and is a sick athlete. Not only does he have great size, but he fills his frame out with muscle, making him a physical player as well. He isn’t as polished as the other two guys above him, but he should develop into a star in the league.
Jeremiah Fears is one of the most skilled players in this entire class. The biggest question about Fears’ game is his three point shooting as he only hit 28% from behind the arc last season.
Kasparas Jakucionis isn’t enough of an athlete to be selected inside the top 10, but is a crafty guard who can make things happen for his teammates. He shot above 30% from three and was ultra-efficient all year long.
Jase Richardson is one of the best defensive guards in this draft, and that is something Atlanta desperately needs. While he isn’t the biggest, he has great lateral quickness and a high IQ, which allows him to always be in the right spot.
Nique Clifford carried Colorado State to the second round of March Madness and showed the world what he was capable of. Clifford is older, as he’s already 23, but showed improvement from 2024-2025 and should continue to develop in the league.
Egor Demin is an interesting prospect. He’s got great size, standing at 6’9″, is a great athlete, player-maker, averaging 5.5 assists per game last season at BYU, and in the tournament, showed off his ability to shoot the three-ball. However, throughout the year, he was an inconsistent shooter, and that could be worrisome in the NBA.
Nolan Traoré’s range in this draft is interesting. He was able to raise his three point percentage up to over 30% this season with Saint-Quentin in France, which put scouts on notice and could make him a lottery pick. Regardless of his shooting ability, he’s an elite playmaker and skilled passer.
No player raised their stock more in March Madness than Walter Clayton. Clayton was electric and proved that he’s the best pure three-point shooter in this class as he hit nearly seven threes a game for the Gators in the tournament. His size and defense are why he’s not a lottery pick, but he will certainly be a first-rounder.
