Introducing The 2025 NBA Draft Class
The 2025 NBA Draft, held on June 25th–26th at Brooklyn’s Barclays Center, shook the world of basketball—ushering in a wave of 59 fresh faces primed to reshape the league. From top collegiate stars to international standouts, this class represents the future of the NBA.
Savvy Seats is your home base for live draft events and upcoming season tickets—locking down courtside seats as these rookies take the floor.
The Top 30 Picks: NBA’s New Cast
Here are the first-round selections, including positions and schools:
Cooper Flagg (PF, Duke) – Dallas Mavericks
Dylan Harper (SG/PG, Rutgers) – San Antonio Spurs
V.J. Edgecombe (SG, Baylor) – Philadelphia 76ers
Kon Knueppel (SF, Duke) – Charlotte Hornets
Ace Bailey (SF, Rutgers) – Utah Jazz
Tre Johnson (SG, Texas) – Washington Wizards
Jeremiah Fears (PG, Oklahoma) – New Orleans Pelicans
Egor Demin (PG, BYU) – Brooklyn Nets
Collin Murray-Boyles (PF, South Carolina) – Toronto Raptors
Khaman Maluach (C, Duke) – Phoenix Suns (via Houston)
Cedric Coward (SF, Washington State) – Portland Trail Blazers (to Memphis)
Noa Essengue (PF, Ratiopharm Ulm – Germany) – Chicago Bulls
Derik Queen (C, Maryland) – Atlanta Hawks (to New Orleans)
Carter Bryant (SF, Arizona) – San Antonio Spurs
Thomas Sorber (C, Georgetown) – Oklahoma City Thunder
Yang Hansen (C, Qingdao Eagles – China) – Memphis, then Portland
Joan Beringer (C, Slovenia) – Minnesota Timberwolves
Walter Clayton Jr. (PG/SG, Florida) – Utah Jazz
Nolan Traoré (PG, France) – Brooklyn Nets
Kasparas Jakučionis (PG, Illinois) – Miami Heat
Will Riley (SF, Illinois) – Utah, then Washington
Drake Powell (SG, North Carolina) – Atlanta
Asa Newell (PF, Georgia) – New Orleans
Nique Clifford (SG, Colorado State) – Oklahoma City
Jase Richardson (SG, Michigan State) – Orlando Magic
Ben Saraf (PG, Israel) – Brooklyn
Danny Wolf (PF, Michigan) – Brooklyn
Hugo González (SF, Spain) – Boston Celtics
Liam McNeeley (SG, UConn) – Phoenix via Charlotte
Yanic Konan Niederhauser (C, Penn State) – LA Clippers
Rounds 2 & Beyond
The draft continued through round two, filling out rosters and uncovering potential gems. Highlights include Ryan Kalkbrenner (C, 34th, Charlotte), Johni Broome (C, 35th, Philly), Mohamed Diawara (51,New York), and many more. In total, 59 players were selected—with the Knicks forfeiting their 55th pick due to league penalties.
With talent spanning every position—point guard to center—the 2025 rookie class is ready to redefine their teams. From rising stars to strategic steals, this draft promises electrifying game nights all season long. With that being said, have the chance to witness the rookies’ NBA debuts and breakout moments live. In doing so, support your team with a front-row experience. Courtside access? We’ve got the best seat in the house!
Shop Savvy Seats now for NBA season tickets, game bundles, or single-game access. Whether it's Flagg’s first game in Dallas, Edgecombe in Philly, or Bailey lighting up the Jazz, you won’t want to just watch—you’ll want to be there. Your front-row experience to NBA history is waiting.
