Cooper Flagg, the most talked-about prospect in this year’s draft, has all of the makings of a star. He has excellent size at around 6’10″. Though his frame is slight, he has strength around the basket and can finish around the basket with either hand.
Dylan Harper is a 6’6″ lefty guard with great size and plays with excellent pace. He can stretch the floor, create his own offense off the bounce, and create shots for his teammates. Harper is very talented in the pick and roll.
Ace Bailey is one of the more interesting prospects in this year’s draft. He is a player who can play off the ball and be effective, but can also create with the ball. His handle will need to tighten, with the NBA driving lanes getting smaller and the margin for error dwindling, but Bailey’s long athletic build poses great potential for him to grow.
V.J. Edgecombe is a gifted athlete with elite lateral quickness and an excellent first step. He has played international basketball with the Bahamian national team and played well there. With Edgecombe, the one thing that could be a concern is whether he can remain under control and match his skill to his athleticism.
Kon Knuppel is one of the more well-known players in this year’s draft. He is a high-level shooter and a well-rounded offensive player. Knuppel showed how valuable he can be at multiple points last season with his veteran-style presence and IQ, though he was just a freshman.
Kasparas Jakucionis fits perfectly in the modern NBA. He is a combo guard with a great natural feel for the game. Offensively, he can finish through contact, is crafty around the basket, has good mechanics, and can step out and hit from range. He makes up for his lack of athleticism defensively with his length and IQ.
Khaman Maluach is a talented big with much potential in the NBA. He has a 9’8″ standing reach and excellent defensive instincts around the rim. Maluach can get up and down the floor well, making him the perfect defensive rim runner for the NBA. How good he can be all depends on how well he develops.
Tre Johnson can potentially be a top-three player in this year’s draft. He is 6’6″ with a 6’10″ wingspan, shot nearly 40% from three this year, and can create offense off the bounce. Johnson has long arms and good lateral quickness. Johnson has two main concerns: his overall strength and decision-making on both ends.
Jeremiah Fears is a talented guard with all the skills to lead at the next level. He has a well-rounded and mature skill set, a natural feel for the game, and competes at a high level. Fears can create for himself and his teammates, but sometimes he can be careless with the ball.
Carter Bryant fits the mold perfectly for the NBA in 2025. He is an athletic 3-and-D wing with good size at 6’8”. He is not refined in creating offense off the dribble, but he can be a good cutter and slasher.
