NBA Draft Big Board
Top prospects ranked by ReverseEnigma's NBA Draft Model for the 2025 NBA Draft.
Cooper Flagg
3/4Projected Role
A versatile two-way forward with elite instincts, competitive fire, and a rapidly developing offensive game. Flagg projects as a franchise cornerstone who can scale across multiple roles on both ends, with star equity if his shot creation continues to evolve.
Swing Skill
Handle + Pull-Up Creation: Key to unlocking on-ball scoring equity and maximizing mismatches. Three-Point Consistency: The mechanics are improving, but becoming a 36–38% shooter on volume would solidify his half-court gravity. Functional Strength: Flagg’s ability to consistently finish through contact and hold ground defensively will be critical as teams try to isolate him. On-Ball Defense: If he can tighten his lateral movement and hip flexibility, Flagg could become one of the most complete defenders in the league.
NBA Comparisons
Nicolas Batum / Aaron Gordon hybrid: A highly intelligent forward who can guard across positions, facilitate offense without dominating the ball, and thrive as a connector within a team-first framework.
Franz Wagner (with better shooting and defense): A plug-and-play secondary star who stretches the floor, makes advanced reads, and neutralizes key threats defensively while chipping in efficient scoring.
Jayson Tatum (with more defense and post mismatch dominance): A legitimate No. 1 option who can close games from multiple spots on the floor, anchor defensive schemes, and exploit size mismatches at will, all while playing winning, scalable basketball.
Dylan Harper
1/2Projected Role
A methodical, power-driven guard who thrives on footwork, strength, and feel. Harper pressures the rim consistently, manipulates defenses out of ball screens, and finishes through contact with elite touch. While his jumper and athleticism are question marks, his decision-making and craft give him a strong foundation as a primary or secondary creator.
Swing Skill
Pull-Up Shooting – Will determine whether defenses can go under screens or not. Handle Under Pressure – Needs to tighten to better handle traps and blitzes. Defensive Focus – Flashes tools but not consistent in stance or rotations.
NBA Comparisons
Spencer Dinwiddie – Strong-bodied guard who creates rim pressure and can initiate offense but lacks burst and defensive impact.
Jalen Brunson lite with less pull-up shooting, more slashing – Similar craft and ability to live inside the arc through strength and timing, but Harper does more damage at the rim and less in the midrange.
James Harden Lite (post Houston version) – A bruising, intelligent guard who reads coverages, lives at the rim, and can function as an offensive engine without elite athleticism.
V.J. Edgecombe
2/3Projected Role
Explosive downhill athlete and defensive disruptor who thrives in transition and as a spot-up threat; projects as a dynamic 3-and-D guard with on-ball upside if handle and finishing develop.
Swing Skill
Half-Court Finishing Craft: must improve touch, footwork, and gather balance to convert paint touches into efficient rim attempts; Functional Handle Tightness: cleaner left-hand control and fewer live-ball turnovers will unlock more pick-and-roll value; Pull-Up Shooting Development: adding a consistent pull-up jumper would force defenders to chase over screens and open up drive lanes.
NBA Comparisons
Keon Johnson (elite athlete whose offense never clicked)
Josh Hart / Christian Braun blend (transition engine, spot‑up shooter, POA pest,powerful motor guard with rebounding and slashing value)
Victor Oladipo (two-way creator with burst, strength, and verticality)
Kon Knueppel
2/3Projected Role
Elite floor spacer and secondary decision-maker who excels within system offense; potential to scale into a larger on-ball role if athleticism and self-creation develop
Swing Skill
Pull-Up Shooting: must improve balance and rhythm to become a threat off the bounce; Finishing Craft: better footwork and vertical timing could expand scoring at the rim; First-Step Separation: minor gains in explosiveness would allow for more versatile creation; Defensive Foot Speed: improving lateral agility would widen matchup flexibility
NBA Comparisons
Pat Connaughton: low-usage rotation shooter who leverages strength and feel to fit within elite systems without needing the ball, but offers limited upside due to size and athleticism
Bojan Bogdanović: knockdown shooter with real strength, who can exploit mismatches through post-ups, handle a little in a pinch, and survive against bigger wings defensively while struggling against quicker guards
Desmond Bane lite: powerful shooting wing who adds functional on-ball juice and secondary creation despite average burst, able to pressure defenses with smart decision-making and efficient self-generated scoring
Ace Bailey
3/4Projected Role
High-upside scoring wing who thrives on tough shot-making and athleticism, with the potential to become a second-option creator if handle and decision-making improve
Swing Skill
Handle Tightness: Must improve ball control and separation ability to capitalize on athletic tools; Decision-Making: Needs to develop better passing reads and reduce tunnel vision; Strength and Finishing: Building core strength will allow him to finish through contact and improve half-court efficiency; Defensive Engagement: Improving consistency, awareness, and motor is crucial to reach his defensive ceiling
NBA Comparisons
Cam Reddish: toolsy scoring wing with flashes of defensive upside, but inconsistent motor and decision-making limit impact to spot minutes and off-ball scoring
Rudy Gay / Michael Porter Jr. blend: dynamic scorer with vertical pop and difficult shot-making touch, capable of functioning as a second option, but prone to tunnel vision and defensive lapses
Brandon Ingram: polished three-level scorer with size and fluidity who creates offense through advanced footwork and touch, and offers defensive value when engaged
Tre Johnson
1/2Projected Role
Elite movement shooter and polished scorer with deep pull-up range and versatile off-ball value; has real on-ball equity if rim pressure, strength, and defensive consistency improve
Swing Skill
Rim Pressure and Contact Balance: must develop strength and physicality to get downhill more often and finish through contact; Handle Tightness: improved left-hand control and better sequencing could unlock more advanced creation options; Defensive Engagement: raising consistency and awareness would transform him into a neutral or positive multi-position defender; Live-Dribble Playmaking: continuing to expand his passing vision could scale him into a more complete second-side initiator
NBA Comparisons
Jordan Crawford: tough shot-maker who can heat up from anywhere, but streaky and limited defensively with minimal playmaking
Kevin Huerter: floor-spacing wing who thrives off movement and secondary creation, with enough passing feel to complement stars and stay on the floor in playoff settings
Allan Houston: silky smooth perimeter scorer with ideal size and shooting versatility, capable of carrying stretches of offense as a second option in high-leverage games
Jeremiah Fears
1Projected Role
Relentless downhill attacker and dynamic shot-creator whose burst, handle, and rim pressure give him clear upside as a lead guard; must improve shooting consistency, finishing efficiency, and defensive engagement to become a starting-caliber NBA point
Swing Skill
Three-Point Shooting Consistency: refining mechanics and shot selection is essential to unlock off-ball and pull-up value; Finishing Strength: must improve core and lower-body strength to finish through contact and absorb physicality; Decision-Making and Pick-and-Roll Timing: smoothing out passing reads and turnover control can unlock high-level playmaking; Defensive Discipline: needs significant work on screen navigation, effort, and positional strength to become passable on-ball defender
NBA Comparisons
TyTy Washington (slashing-heavy combo guard who struggled to shoot and finish efficiently, leading to more G League and garbage time minutes)
Jordan Poole: streaky, creative scorer with deep range and shake who can heat up quickly and handle primary reps, but struggles with efficiency, turnovers, and defense
Jamal Murray lite (crafty combo guard with elite handle and pull-up potential who applies consistent rim pressure, manipulates pick-and-rolls, and hits tough shots when fully actualized)
Egor Demin
1Projected Role
Jumbo-sized, pass-first initiator with elite vision and feel, but limited burst, shaky handle, and unreliable shooting make him a developmental bet. Projects as a high-feel secondary playmaker who thrives in motion-heavy or pick-and-roll offenses where he can weaponize size and passing over the top. To become rotation-viable, he must improve his scoring threat and defensive consistency; the upside is a unique offensive connector who runs second units and enhances ball movement.
Swing Skill
Handle and Burst: Needs to tighten dribble against pressure and develop counters to become a reliable primary initiator; Shooting Versatility: Must shoot at a credible rate from three and add a floater or midrange to prevent defenders from ducking under; On-Ball Defense: Must improve screen navigation, lateral agility, and recovery effort to avoid becoming a playoff pressure point
NBA Comparisons
Deni Avdija (early career): oversized secondary passer with defensive limitations and scoring inconsistency
Josh Giddey lite: big initiator with elite touch passes and ball movement value, but struggles with creation vs athleticism
A better-shooting Kyle Anderson: cerebral jumbo guard who manipulates defenses and connects actions as a second-side initiator
Collin Murray-Boyles
3/4Projected Role
A bruising yet cerebral hybrid forward who thrives as a short-roll playmaker, interior scorer, and defensive disruptor. Murray-Boyles projects as a system-shaping connector with multi-positional defensive impact and potential upside if the jumper comes around.
Swing Skill
Spot-Up Shooting: The key to unlocking lineup versatility and scaling his short-roll impact. Functional Handle in Space: Already effective attacking from the perimeter; further tightening could boost isolation value. Vertical Finishing: Improving lift and angle creation around length would round out his interior scoring. Three-Point Volume: Even without elite efficiency, more attempts would stretch defenses and enhance playmaking angles.
NBA Comparisons
P.J. Tucker with more passing: Undersized but rugged defender who guards up, hits the glass hard, and moves the ball without forcing offense.
PJ Washington/Grant Williams (plus touch and feel) : A switchable forward who can defend multiple positions, score on duck-ins and short rolls, and keep the offense flowing with timely passes and smart cuts.
Paul Millsap/Julius Randle hybrid: The best of both: Millsap’s IQ, passing, and defensive range with Randle’s power, physicality, and mismatch scoring. A modern big who can initiate, facilitate, and anchor small-ball lineups.
Khaman Maluach
5Projected Role
Raw tools-first center with elite size and lob-finishing ability, but major questions about feel, hands, and role scalability on both ends
Swing Skill
Offensive Processing: Extremely limited passer with low assist rate and slow decision-making; Hands and Coordination: Needs drastic improvement in catching in traffic and finishing through contact; Defensive Consistency: Inconsistent impact despite elite tools, must improve discipline, angles, and rebounding effort; Shooting: Theoretical stretch potential exists, but mechanics and confidence aren’t there yet
NBA Comparisons
Bruno Fernando: physical, mobile big with flashes of rim protection, but limited feel and offensive utility restrict long-term impact
Bismack Biyombo: mobile shot blocker and lob threat who carves out a long career as a backup despite raw skillset
Mitchell Robinson: high-level vertical athlete and interior defender with strong rim gravity and mobility if instincts and motor catch up to tools
Cedric Coward
3/4Projected Role
Versatile wing with NBA-level frame, strong defensive instincts, and promising connective offensive traits. Projects as a 3-and-D plus wing who can knock down shots, guard multiple positions, and make quick reads in motion-heavy systems. High-level team defender with real event creation on the perimeter. Will need to prove his shooting consistency at volume and handle development to avoid being limited to low-usage roles.
Swing Skill
Shooting Versatility: Must prove catch-and-shoot numbers hold up at NBA range and volume to avoid being ignored off-ball; Handle Tightness: Needs to reduce dribble pickups and handle pressure better to unlock closeout attacking and DHO versatility; Lateral Agility: Must improve hip flexibility and core strength to stay attached to quicker guards and avoid being targeted in space
NBA Comparisons
Trevor Ariza (late career): long, versatile defender and reliable spot-up wing with limited on-ball juice
Herbert Jones: disruptive multi-position defender with connective passing and emerging spot-up value
Mikal Bridges: tough two-way wing who plays within structure, hits shots, elevates team defense, and has some secondary creation and scoring
Projected Role
Long-term developmental forward with rare positional size, fluid movement skills, and flashes of two-way versatility; thrives in transition and off-ball motion, but needs major refinement in strength, shooting, and defensive awareness to reach his ceiling
Swing Skill
Jump Shot Consistency: improving balance, base, and release under pressure will unlock spacing and stretch potential; Lower-Body Strength and Finishing Balance: essential for converting through contact and slowing down in traffic; Team Defense Recognition: must enhance awareness in help rotations and off-ball positioning to stay on the floor in high-leverage settings; Functional Handle and Processing Speed: tighter dribble and quicker decision-making will increase half-court utility
NBA Comparisons
Chris Johnson (explosive athlete with size and flashes of slashing/playmaking instincts, but inconsistencies in skill level and role adaptability limit impact)
Jaden McDaniels (rangy, versatile forward whose defense scales up as IQ and strength develop, with growing offensive value as a secondary option and cutter)
Jerami Grant lite (fluid forward with length, athleticism, and two-way upside if shot and handle progress: capable of becoming a mobile, three-level scoring starter with switchable defense)
Derik Queen
4/5Projected Role
Crafty interior scorer and elite passing big with exceptional feel; projects as a versatile offensive hub or stretch-forward hybrid depending on shooting development and conditioning trajectory
Swing Skill
Perimeter Mobility: improving lateral movement and conditioning will expand lineup versatility and unlock defensive viability; Jumper Consistency: developing into a reliable shooter, especially from three, would open up face-up scoring and drive game; Defensive Discipline and Engagement: reducing reach fouls and improving positioning will be key to staying on the floor in high-leverage games
NBA Comparisons
Caleb Swanigan: skilled low-post big with touch and rebounding instincts who struggled defensively in space but flashed offensive utility
Naz Reid: versatile big who evolved into a floor-spacing, mismatch-attacking weapon with grab-and-go capability and deceptive agility
Domantas Sabonis / Tobias Harris: Sabonis path features high-usage offensive hub value via post and elbow facilitation; Harris path reflects evolution into a skilled face-up forward who spaces the floor, attacks closeouts, and rebounds at a high level
Carter Bryant
3/4Projected Role
Prototypical 3-and-D wing with a strong frame, sharp defensive instincts, and efficient off-ball scoring; projects as a low-usage, high-impact role player with upside as a connective piece if handle and shot versatility improve
Swing Skill
Handle Development: tightening his dribble will unlock more closeout attacks and short-roll reads; Movement Shooting: improving release speed and comfort off screens will expand offensive utility; Foul Discipline: reigning in overaggressive contests without sacrificing playmaking will optimize defensive value
NBA Comparisons
Kenrich Williams: physical, intelligent defender with real switchability and off-ball feel, capable of hitting open shots and making hustle plays but offers limited shot creation
Jae Crowder (peak): versatile wing stopper and floor spacer who could defend across positions, attack closeouts, and occasionally initiate from the short roll
Mikal Bridges: elite wing defender with high-level feel and efficient shooting, who grew into a secondary scorer by building out his handle and expanding shot creation over time
Thomas Sorber
4/5Projected Role
High-feel, ground-bound big who thrives as a post scorer, passer, and interior anchor. Projects as a drop-coverage center and short-roll hub with rare poise and processing for his age. Elite defensive positioning, event generation, and touch give him a high floor, while shooting and mobility development could unlock long-term starter value. Less scheme-versatile than other bigs, but offers plug-and-play utility in traditional center roles.
Swing Skill
Pick-and-Roll Finishing: Needs better vertical pop and explosiveness to convert at higher rates as a roll man; Jumper Development: Stretch potential hinges on becoming a reliable pick-and-pop threat; Lateral Mobility: Must improve agility and conditioning to stay on the floor in space-heavy matchups
NBA Comparisons
Daniel Theis: below-the-rim big with sound defense, good passing instincts, and limited spacing but reliable team value.
Derrick Favors-strong positional defender who protects the rim, rebounds, and passes well in structured sets, but isn’t a lob threat.
Al Horford: versatile two-way big who anchors defenses, spaces the floor, and connects offenses through smart decisions and passing
Projected Role
Skilled post scorer and short-roll playmaker with advanced feel for his age, whose defensive limitations and athletic profile raise major questions about scalability to the NBA
Swing Skill
Perimeter Mobility: Must improve lateral agility and hip flexibility to survive pick-and-roll defense without being a scheme liability; Decision-Making Speed: Needs to process doubles and kick out faster to reduce turnover rate and stagnation in post actions; Shooting Range: Developing consistent touch from midrange and beyond will help unlock spacing and high-post utility; Rebounding Physicality: Must become more aggressive with box-outs and pursuit to translate rebounding success to NBA level
NBA Comparisons
Bigger Luka Šamanić: Tall, skilled center who showed offensive polish but lacked defensive anchor traits or athleticism to stick long-term.
Jakob Poeltl lite: Functional interior scorer and passer in structured systems with drop defense utility, but can be schemed off the floor due to footspeed limitations.
Sengun/Vucevic lite: Offensive hub big who can operate from the elbows and post, create for teammates, and rebound well, but defensive shortcomings limit scalability in high-leverage settings.
Projected Role
Rangy, explosive big who projects as a high-motor lob threat and versatile rim protector. Makes an impact through verticality, mobility, and relentless energy in transition and help defense. Raw offensively beyond play-finishing, but flashes of footwork and short-roll feel hint at long-term upside. Must develop strength, touch, and awareness to become a consistent NBA starter.
Swing Skill
Functional Strength: Must bulk up to hold position in the post and absorb contact without fouling; Offensive Skill Expansion: Needs improved touch and passing to operate in short-rolls and punish sagging defenses; Defensive Discipline: Must refine positioning and cut down on overhelping and biting on fakes.
NBA Comparisons
Ike Anigbogu: athletic shot-blocker who couldn’t refine offensive skills or awareness enough to earn a role
Daniel Gafford (rim‑running starter, lob hub, solid drop defender)
Clint Capela: mobile rim-runner and interior finisher who protects the rim and thrives in drop coverage
Walter Clayton Jr.
1Projected Role
Elite shot-making guard who projects as a scoring specialist and floor spacer in bench or secondary lineups. Combines deep shooting range, off-movement versatility, and footwork precision with the toughness and confidence to convert contested looks. While limited as a creator and defender, he offers plug-and-play offensive value in modern systems that emphasize pace, space, and secondary scoring threats.
Swing Skill
Finishing Through Contact: Must improve craft and strength to convert more efficiently at the rim; On-Ball Defense: Lacks lateral quickness and screen navigation to hold up against starting guards; Decision-Making: Needs to grow as a playmaker to fully leverage the gravity his shooting creates
NBA Comparisons
Ben Gordon: compact scoring guard who thrives on shot-making but offers limited defense or lead guard value
Jordan Clarkson: volume scorer who creates tough shots, spaces the floor, and punishes soft coverage
Seth Curry: elite shooting gravity with movement versatility who carves out long-term value as a floor-spacing combo guard
Projected Role
Blazing-fast young guard with elite burst, advanced pick-and-roll pacing, and creative passing vision. Traore profiles as a long-term lead guard project whose ability to manipulate defenses and create advantages is already advanced for his age. His ceiling hinges on major shooting development and defensive polish, but his feel, tempo control, and live-dribble delivery make him a high-upside bet in the back half of the first round.
Swing Skill
Pull-Up Shooting: Low efficiency on off-the-dribble jumpers with poor footwork and balance must improve to unlock scoring gravity; Finishing Through Contact: Below-the-rim finisher who struggles at the rim vs length and needs strength gains; On-Ball Defense: Lacks screen navigation, physicality, and footwork discipline to stay in front of quick guards
NBA Comparisons
Eliot Cadeau: explosive tempo-setting lead guard with vision and burst, but small and limited as a scorer
Ish Smith with better vision: high-speed initiator who creates paint touches with ease but remains limited as a scorer without a jumper
Tyrese Maxey-style downhill creator: dynamic lead guard who leverages improved shooting to become a high-usage engine with playoff equity
Kasparas Jakucionis
2/3Projected Role
Crafty, poised combo guard who manipulates defenses with advanced pacing and live-dribble passing; projects as a second-unit offensive engine with fringe starter upside if shooting and decision-making tighten
Swing Skill
Pull-Up Shooting Consistency: regaining pre-injury form and improving elevation would unlock pick-and-roll scoring and off-ball spacing; Turnover Control: simplifying reads and improving clock awareness are key to being trusted with high-leverage reps; Defensive Viability: must add strength and polish positioning to avoid being hunted at the NBA level
NBA Comparisons
Tomas Satoransky: oversized guard with craft, patience, and passing chops but struggled to assert himself offensively in the NBA due to shooting and athletic limitations
José Calderón: composed, pass-first initiator with touch and smarts who could lead bench units and stretch defenses when his shot fell
Goran Dragić (late prime): slithery, physical guard who dictated tempo, attacked off ball screens, and punished defenses with a blend of toughness, guile, and passing instinct
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