NBA mock draft: Cooper Flagg and Dylan Harper are likely to go 1-2. What will happen next?

Sure, the 2025 NBA Finals have everyone’s attention, but the NBA draft is coming up in less than two weeks.

That means that teams throughout the league, including the Indiana Pacers and Oklahoma City Thunder, are finalizing their draft boards as they identify needs and the best available players.

And, while it appears like there is a consensus at the top of the board, with Cooper Flagg and Dylan Harper the anticipated picks at Nos. 1 and No. 2, it is anyone’s guess what occurs as the draft proceeds.

Here’s a look at USA TODAY Sports’ NBA mock draft, two weeks before the draft on June 25-26:

(The age listed is the age at the time of the draft; for US college players, the height (without shoes) and weight taken at the NBA draft combine)

2025 NBA mock draft.

1. Dallas Mavericks: Cooper Flagg and Duke.

Freshman guard-forward (6-7¾, 221, 18 years old)
2024-25 statistics: 19.2 ppg, 7.5 rpg, 4.2 apg, 1.4 spg, 1.4 bpg, 48.1% FG, 38.5% 3PT, and 84% FT.
The versatile young star led the Blue Devils in scoring, rebounding, assists, and steals. Flagg has excellent footwork, particularly in the low post. He can shoot in the paint with either hand, knows how to run plays, can catch and shoot threes, and is an active weakside defender. Flagg, who has gained muscle since the beginning of the year, is a muscular player who makes contact, is confident, and uses force when necessary. He guided Duke to an amazing season, winning the ACC regular season, tournament, and making it to the Final Four. He had 30 points, seven assists, and six rebounds in a regional semifinal win against Arizona, as well as 16 points and nine rebounds in the regional final versus Alabama. Flagg finished with 27 points, seven rebounds, three blocks, and two steals in a Final Four loss to Houston.

2. San Antonio Spurs: Dylan Harper (Rutgers)

Freshman, guard, 6-4½, 213, 19.
2024-25 stats: 19.4 points per game, 4.6 rebounds, 4.0 assists, 1.4 steals, 48.4% FG, 33.3% 3PT, 75% FT
Some will compare Harper’s lefty stroke to that of Jalen Brunson, but he is much bigger at 6-6 and has a wingspan of 6-foot-10. Harper’s versatility as a point guard and off-ball player may be his strongest advantage at the next level. Harper had 27 points (9-for-21 shooting), eight rebounds, eight assists, two steals, and two blocks in Rutgers’ first Big Ten tournament game against Southern California, which ended in double overtime.

3. Philadelphia 76ers: VJ Edgecombe and Baylor

Freshman, guard, 6-4, 193, 19.
2024-25 statistics: 15.0 ppg, 5.6 rpg, 3.2 apg, 2.1 spg, 43.6% FG, 34% 3PT, and 78.2% FT.
The Bahamian native has demonstrated quickness, explosiveness, and an elite ability to steal. He will be able to contribute in the NBA and is aggressive at the offensive end. The freshman is an excellent off-ball shooter who can improve his on-ball shooting. Edgecombe played important minutes near the end of the season. He had 16 points, six rebounds, and one steal in a second-round NCAA Tournament loss to Duke.

4. Charlotte Hornets: Ace Bailey (Rutgers)

Freshman, guard-forward, 6-7½, 202, 18.
2024-25 statistics: 17.6 ppg, 7.2 rpg, 1.3 apg, 1.3 bpg, 46% FG, 34.6% 3PT, and 69.2% FT.
Bailey is a hyper-athletic wing with length and size entering a league that values guys built precisely like him, with exactly the skill set he possesses: an effortless and reliable shot, an attack-first mentality, and the ability to finish at the rim. Needs to enhance his pass-making and free-throw shooting abilities. But even when offensive is difficult, he stays engaged on defense. He finished with 17 points, seven rebounds, three steals, and one block in the season-ending loss to USC.

5. Utah Jazz: Tre Johnson, Texas.

Freshman, guard, 6-4¾, 190, 19.
2024-25 statistics: 19.9 ppg, 3.1 rpg, 2.7 apg, 42.7% FG, 39.7% 3PT, and 87.1% FT.
Johnson is a natural shooter and scorer. He excels at scoring on the run and is a decent playmaker for his height. He still has to improve his ability to make plays for others. He must also improve his strength and explosiveness in order to establish himself as a finisher at the rim. He had three 30-point performances in the previous two months, including 39 against Arkansas on February 26. He recorded 23 points and six rebounds in the NCAA Tournament loss to Xavier.

6. Washington Wizards: Kon Knueppel and Duke

Freshman, guard-forward (6-5, 219, 19)
2024-25 statistics: 14.4 ppg, 4.0 rpg, 2.7 apg, 47.9% FG, 40.6% 3PT, and 91.4% FT.
He can ignite an offense with his 3-point shot because of his efficient motion, which appears to be constantly ready to accept the ball in his shooting pocket. He can also hit midrange shots, handle the ball well, and make free throws. In the ACC tournament, Knueppel averaged 21 points (28 versus Georgia Tech) and shot 48.6% from the field, filling in for the injured Flagg. In two regional games, he averaged 20.5 points and went 11-for-22 from the field, including 4-for-6 on threes. He recorded 21 points, five rebounds, and five assists in an Elite Eight win against Alabama, and 16 points and seven rebounds in a Final Four defeat to Houston.

7. New Orleans Pelicans: Jeremiah Fears from Oklahoma

Freshman, guard, 6-2½, 180, 18.
2024-25 stats: 17.1 points per game, 4.1 assists, 4.1 rebounds, 1.6 steals, 43.4% FG, 28.4% 3PT, 85.1% FT.
Solid start to his freshman season; quick off the dribble; has strength going to the rim and can finish; performs well in the pick-and-roll as a scorer and passer; needs to work on his 3-point shot, but the potential is there. Fears had a season-high 31 points, five assists, and four rebounds in a win over #1 Missouri. Fears had a terrific SEC tournament, scoring 29 points, six rebounds, and five steals while also committing five turnovers in a win over Georgia and 28 points, five assists, four rebounds, and three steals (with only one turnover in a loss to Kentucky). He had 20 points, five rebounds, and four assists in a first-round NCAA Tournament loss to UConn.

8. Brooklyn Nets: Kasparas Jakucionis from Illinois

Freshman, guard, 6-4¾, 205, 19.
2024-25 statistics: 15.0 ppg, 5.7 rpg, 4.7 apg, 44% FG, 31.8% 3PT, and 84.5% FT.
Jakucionis is a playmaker, meaning he can both score and pass. He has good 3-point shooting, can shoot off the dribble from distance, including step-back 3s, and seeks for an open teammate when he draws several defenders. Jakucionis sees the game effectively, making slick passes and getting to the rim for layups. However, he has a high turnover rate. He struggled offensively near the end of the season, shooting 32.5% and committing 24 turnovers in the last four games. He had 16 points, 10 assists, and nine rebounds in a first-round NCAA Tournament win over Xavier.

9. Toronto Raptors: Khaman Maluach and Duke

Freshman, center: 7-0½, 253, 18.
2024-25 statistics: 8.6 ppg, 6.6 rpg, 1.3 bpg, 71.2% FG, and 76.6% FT.
Maluach, who plays about 20 minutes per game, is a mobile big who excels in pick-and-rolls and has the hands to catch lobs for easy dunks; he has a soft touch at the rim, is a shot-blocker/rim protector, is active on the offensive glass, will get stronger, and has a great aptitude for the game, learning concepts quickly. Maluach, who represented South Sudan at the 2024 Paris Olympics, has averaged 11.5 points, 4.2 rebounds, 2.0 blocks, and an 86.9% field goal percentage (20-for-23) in four NCAA Tournament games. He also scored 14 points and nine rebounds in Alabama’s Elite Eight triumph. He scored six points and had no rebounds in the Final Four loss to Houston.

10. Houston Rockets: Collin Murray-Boyles (South Carolina)

Sophomore forward (6-6½, 239, 20)
2024-25 statistics: 16.8 ppg, 8.3 rpg, 2.4 agp, 1.5 spg, 1.3 bpg, 58.6% FG, 26.5% 3PT, and 70.7% FT.
Murray-Boyles, while being undersized for a power forward, plays with strong effort and commitment, which will quickly impress his NBA coaches. He also has the strength to finish at the rim and was the SEC’s third leading rebounder. Murray-Boyles had 35 points and seven rebounds against Arkansas late in the regular season, as well as 20 points and 12 rebounds in an SEC tournament defeat to Arkansas.

11. Portland Trail Blazers: Carter Bryant, Arizona

Freshman, forward (6-6½, 215, 19)
2024-25 statistics: 6.5 ppg, 4.1 rpg, 1.0 apg, 1.0 bpg, 46% FG, 37.1% 3PT, and 69.5% FT.
The athletic forward combines strength and movement. He possesses the lateral quickness to stay in front of the ball and can block shots. He can still improve his finishing technique and scoring efficiency. If he enters the draft, he will have a better chance of impressing scouts and executives at the combine. Bryant had 12 points, five rebounds, and three blocks in 20 minutes in an NCAA Tournament win over Akron.

12. Chicago Bulls: Derik Queen (Maryland)

Freshman, center, 6’9¼, 248, 20
2024-25 stats: 16.5 ppg, 9.0 rpg, 1.9 apg, 1.1 spg, 1.1 bpg, 52.6% FG and 76.6% FT
Queen, an aggressive, physical big man, has a gentle touch around the rim with either hand, but he also plays with power. As a power forward-center, he can run the court and handle the basketball effectively. He is another potential first-round choice with outstanding handles and footwork, as well as the mechanics to become a long-range shooter. Queen finished with 27 points, five rebounds, and two steals in a Sweet 16 loss to eventual champion Florida.

13. Atlanta Hawks: Noa Essengue and Ratiopharm Ulm (Germany).

Forward, 6–10, 198, 18
2024-25 statistics: 10.8 ppg, 4.8 rpg, 1.1 apg, 51.6% FG, 27% 3PT, and 70.5% FT.
Essengue, the next forward with exceptional finishing ability to emerge from France, is projected to be a developmental prospect, but his size, rim instincts, and plus-defensive abilities might propel him to stardom if he gains weight.

14. San Antonio Spurs’ Asa Newell
Freshman, forward (6-9, 224, 19)

2024-25 statistics: 15.4 ppg, 6.9 rpg, 1.0 spg, 1.0 bpg, 54.3% FG, 29.2% 3PT, and 74.8% FT.
Based on his size, Newell doesn’t look to be as quick and fluid as he is, making him an immediate threat in pick-and-roll situations. He was one of the Bulldogs’ lone bright lights in a defeat to No. 1 Auburn, scoring a team-high 20 points. His scoring dropped toward the conclusion of the regular season, but he recorded 20 points and eight rebounds in a first-round NCAA Tournament loss to Gonzaga.

15. Oklahoma City Thunder: Danny Wolf from Michigan.

Junior forward-center (6-10½, 252, 21)
2024-25 statistics: 13.2 ppg, 9.7 rpg, 3.6 apg, 1.4 bpg, 49.7% FG, 33.6% 3PT, and 59.4% FT.
The Yale transfer is quickly rising up draft boards because to his smooth scoring and play-making abilities in the form of a 7-foot stretch big. Wolf alternated between point guard and center for the Wolverines this season. His skills give him a threat as the pick-and-roll initiator, and his range should translate well to the NBA. Wolf got 21 points and 14 rebounds against Maryland in the Big Ten tournament semifinals, shooting 52.9% from the field as the Wolverines won the conference title. He had 20 points and six rebounds in the NCAA regional semifinals loss to Auburn.

16. Orlando Magic: Egor Demin (BYU)
Freshman

forward (6-8¼, 199, 19)
2024-25 statistics: 10.3 ppg, 5.4 apg, 3.8 rpg, 1.2 spg, 41% FG, 27.1% 3PT, and 67.5% FT.
The Russian is a playmaker who can make quick decisions and help others. Demin is the size of a wing player yet has guard-like abilities. On defense, he uses his length to his advantage, forcing mistakes and staying active in passing lanes. His shooting efficiency is of concern. Demin struggled with his offensive as the season continued. In a Big 12 conference tournament victory over Iowa State, he had only three points, four turnovers, three assists, and three rebounds, while in a conference tournament defeat to Houston, he had six points on 2-for-9 shooting (1-for-7 on threes), four assists, and five turnovers. In three NCAA tournament games, he averaged 13.7 points, 5.7 assists, and 4.7 rebounds while shooting 15 of 35 from the field.

17. Minnesota Timberwolves: Liam McNeeley (UConn)

Freshman, forward (6-6¾, 215, 19)
2024-25 statistics: 14.5 ppg, 6.0 rpg, 2.3 apg, 38.1% FG, 31.7% 3PT, and 86.6% FT.
McNeeley’s smooth, natural shot and talent for drawing fouls and getting to the free throw line compensate for his lack of fluid athleticism. He also has a quick delivery and enough of range, indicating that he should see early minutes. He recovered after suffering an ankle injury on New Year’s Day that kept him out for several weeks. McNeeley struggled with his shooting down the stretch. McNeeley scored 13 points in a Big East tournament loss to Creighton (0-for-5 on 3-pointers), and in his final eight games before the NCAA Tournament, he shot 34.1% from the field and 28.2% from three. In two NCAA Tournament games, he shot 8-for-29 from the floor, including 3-for-16 on threes.

18. Washington Wizards: Thomas Sorber, Georgetown

Freshman, forward-center (6-9¼, 263, 19)
2024-25 stats: 14.5 ppg, 8.5 rpg, 2.4 apg, 2.0 spg, 53.2% FG, and 72.4% FT
The outstanding rookie needed surgery to address a foot injury sustained on February 15 and missed the remainder of the season. That may change his draft strategy, but Sorber is a fantastic inside threat who can cut to the basket on pick-and-rolls as well as defend opponents. As he matures, his rebounding and rim protection will serve him well.

19. Brooklyn Nets’ Jase Richardson, Michigan State

Freshman guard, 6-0½, 178, 19.
2024-25 statistics: 12.1 ppg, 3.3 rpg, 1.9 apg, 49.3% FG, 41.2% 3PT, and 83.6% FT.
Richardson developed over the season, eventually becoming the Spartans’ reliable shooter (inside and out) and facilitator. He is an active defender with impressive athleticism. He also has a flair for grabbing rebounds, making huge plays, and remaining composed under pressure. He had an up-and-down NCAA Tournament, going 5-for-11 with 15 points against Bryant, 1-for-10 against New Mexico, 20 points on 6-for-8 shooting against Ole Miss, and 4-for-13 against Auburn.

20. Miami Heat’s Ben Saraf, Ratiopharm Ulm (Germany)

Guard: 6-6, 200, 19.
2024-25 stats: 12.2 points per game, 4.3 assists, 2.6 rebounds, 1.2 steals, 45.5% FG, 28.6% 3PT, 72.7% FT
He’s equally at ease hitting a step-back jumper, spotting creases in the paint, and passing the ball with great vision. He may need some time to adjust to NBA athletes, but his length and size as a point guard make him an intriguing prospect.

21. Utah Jazz: Joan Beringer; KK Cedevita (Adriatic League)

Forward-center, 6–10, 230, 18
2024-25 stats: 5.0 ppg, 4.6 rpg, 1.4 bpg, 61.5% FG, and 58.4% FT
Beringer has earned popularity among NBA scouts and executives as a mobile big man who can run the pick-and-roll as a screener on offense while also guarding it. He doesn’t have much experience, but his potential, particularly as a rim protector, has elevated him to the first round. Another player that has improved this season.

22. Atlanta Hawks’ Nolan Traore, Saint-Quentin (France)

Guard, 6-4, 175, 19.
2024-25 stats: 12 points, 4.8 assists, 1.9 rebounds, 40.9% FG, 31.4% 3PT, 72.8% FT
Traore is a point guard with scoring and passing ability, as well as court awareness, but he has a tendency to make terrible turnovers. He’s speedy, can get to the rim, and has no problem taking his opponent off the dribble. Needs to improve his shooting efficiency, particularly on threes. His brother, Armel, had a two-way deal with the Los Angeles and South Bay Lakers before being waived in February.

23. Indiana Pacers: Will Riley from Illinois

Freshman, forward (6-8¼, 186, 19)

2024-25 statistics: 12.6 ppg, 4.1 rpg, 2.2 apg, 43.2% FG, 32.6% 3PT, and 72.4% FT

Ideal size for a shooting guard who can make three-pointers and locate open teammates. Many people seek out offensive rebounds. His shot is a work in progress, but the mechanics are there, and he grew as a shooter and scorer during the season. He went 37-for-72 (51.4%) from the field and averaged 16.3 points in the Illini’s final six games.

24. Oklahoma City Thunder: Nique Clifford from Colorado State.

Fifth-year graduation season, guard (6-5¼, 202, 23).
2024-25 statistics: 18.9 ppg, 9.6 rpg, 4.4 apg, 1.2 spg, 49.6% FG, 37.7% 3PT, and 77.7% FT.
Clifford is a dynamic winger who can score, rebound, distribute, and defend. He has a rapid burst while driving to the hoop and can finish with force or finesse. He played significant minutes for Colorado State and was outstanding in the Rams’ final six games before the NCAA tournament, averaging 25.3 points, 7.8 rebounds, 5.2 assists, and 1.5 steals while shooting 60% from the field, including 54.8% on threes. He scored 36 points against Boise State at the close of the regular season and posted two double-doubles in the Mountain West Tournament. Clifford recorded 21 points, seven rebounds, six assists, and two blocks in the NCAA tournament’s second round loss against Maryland.

25. Orlando Magic: Rasheer Fleming, Saint Joseph’s

Junior forward, 6’8¼, 232, 20.
2024-25 statistics: 14.75 ppg, 8.5 rpg, 1.5 bpg, 1.4 spg, 1.3 apg, 53.1% FG, 39% 3PT, and 74.3% FT.
Fleming is a mobile attacker who plays physically and uses his great feet to get around opponents. He likes to get easy buckets in transition, his 3-point % in roughly five attempts per game is encouraging, and he is a vital screener in pick-and-roll situations. On defense, he can deflect passes and protect the rim. Fleming averaged 18.8 points and 7.7 rebounds while shooting 58.9% in the past six regular-season Atlantic 10 Conference games.

26. Brooklyn Nets: Noah Penda, Le Mans (France).

Forward: 6-8, 225, 20.
2024-25 statistics: 10.2 ppg, 5.1 rpg, 2.7 apg, 1.3 spg, 45.8% FG, 34.7% 3PT, and 67.9% FT.
Penda, a solidly built wing, may not be the most explosive athlete, but he has outstanding low-block footwork, is stable with the ball, and can knock down threes with relative efficiency. Penda has also demonstrated excellent movement without the ball, frequently slashing through a defender on cuts for easy baskets. As the season went, he improved his shooting and scoring abilities.

27. Brooklyn Nets: Walter Clayton Jr. from Florida

Senior guard (6-2, 199, 22)
2024-25 stats: 18.3 points per game, 4.2 assists, 3.7 rebounds, 1.2 steals, 44.8% FG, 38.6% 3PT, 85.7% FT
Clayton was named the Final Four’s Most Outstanding Player after scoring 34 points against Auburn in the national semifinals and 11 points, seven assists, and five rebounds in the championship win over Houston. He also had 30 points in a regional final against Texas Tech and shot 21 of 42 from the field in the Gators’ final three games. Has 3-point range and can shoot off the dribble or pass, but needs to work on his playmaking and defending skills.

28. Boston Celtics: Hugo Gonzalez, Real Madrid (Spain).

Guard-forward: 6-7, 207, 19.
2024-25 stats: 3.2 ppg, 1.7 rpg, 41% FG, 28.1% 3PT, and 73.9% FT.
Gonzalez, one of Europe’s top young NBA prospects, is a skilled wing player who can score both inside and outside. He can play basketball, pass, and is a remarkable shot blocker. He is still raw.

29. Phoenix Suns: Kam Jones (Marquette)
Senior guard, 6-5, 205, 23.

2024-25 statistics: 19.2 ppg, 5.9 apg, 4.5 rpg, 1.4 spg, 48.3% FG, 31.1% 3PT, and 64.8% FT.
Jones, an All-Big East first-team selection, is a powerful, tough guard who can finish drives to the rim, has good footwork, and is not afraid to make contact. He developed as a playmaker/passer this season and is a quality rebounder, with at least ten games with five or more rebounds. The left-hander’s 3-point shooting percentage dropped this season, but he has showed the ability to make them off the dribble and on catch-and-shoots, with a career 37% mark from deep. Jones was solid in the Big East tournament, scoring 28 points (11-for-22 shooting, 5-for-10 on threes), five assists, and four rebounds in a win over Xavier and 24 points (3-for-12 on threes) and seven rebounds in a loss to St. John’s. He had 15 points, five rebounds, and five assists in a first-round NCAA tournament loss to New Mexico.

30. Los Angeles Clippers: Drake Powell, North Carolina

Freshman, guard-forward (6-5¼, 200, 19)
2024-25 statistics: 7.4 ppg, 3.4 rpg, 1.1 apg, 48.3% FG, 37.9% 3PT, and 64.8% FT.
Active on both ends of the court as a shot-blocker and physical and versatile defender, as well as a player who enjoys running the floor, launching catch-and-shoot threes, and going one-on-one in the halfcourt. Powell’s shooting metrics reflect his potential despite the fact that he plays on a deep squad, particularly on the perimeter. Was an effective scorer in limited opportunities and can rebound from the perimeter.

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