Kasparas Jakucionis (R) takes a massive leap to 3 in our 2025 NBA Mock Draft and Khaman Maluach (L) rises to 4 as Toronto bet on potential. Pic credit: Imagn
With the college season in full swing and conference play nearing, it’s time for a new 2025 NBA Mock Draft. We’re learning more about what the end-of-season NBA standings may look like and which prospects make sense and are possible fits for those franchises.
As per usual, this mock draft will consist of what I would do at each slot, not what I think will happen.
1. Washington Wizards - Cooper Flagg, F, Duke
Flagg’s all-around game has translated immediately to college basketball, dominating on defense, as a slasher and as a passer. His threes aren’t falling yet, but Flagg’s strong pre–NCAA shooting track should help him normalize eventually. The Wizards still need their franchise cornerstone and Flagg has the ceiling of a top-five NBA player, making him the obvious top pick.
