Paul’s 2025 Big Board 2.0 (4/1)

It has been yet another exciting season of College Hoops as we look ahead to this weekend’s Final Four and National Championship. Of course, with the season wrapping up, we look even stronger into the NBA Draft boards as there has been plenty of movement since my last big board in January. With a brand new top 5 and many guys moving in and out of 1st round spots, I outlined all of the ranking progress since the last list. We’ll begin to get more clarity of the transfer portal and players declaring for the draft in the coming weeks, with the deadline to declare for the draft set for April 26. So here it is, version 2.0 of my big board with top 15’s at each position, notes on each player, and more. Hope you enjoy, and watch out for my full top 100 coming after the draft declaration deadline in early May.

Big Board Top 15’s

POINT GUARDS

Dylan Harper
PG RK: #1, OVR RK: #2 (+1)
Rutgers (Freshman)
6’6 | 215 lbs | DOB: 3-2-06 (19)
24-25 Stats: 19.4 pts, 4.6 reb, 4 ast, 1.4 stl

Paul’s Notes:
– Has a James Harden-like skillset on offense, and has leapfrogged his teammate Ace Bailey as the 2nd best prospect


Kasparus Jakučionis
PG RK: #2, OVR RK: #7 (+2)
Illinois (Freshman)
6’6 | 200 lbs | DOB: 5-29-06 (18)
24-25 Stats: 15 pts, 5.7 reb, 4.7 ast, 31.8% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– Should be a clear cut top 10 pick at this point as a plus-sized and skilled playmaker


Jeremiah Fears
PG RK: #3, OVR RK: #11 (+10)
Oklahoma (Freshman)
6’4 | 182 lbs | DOB: 10-14-06 (18)
24-25 Stats: 17.1 pts, 4.1 reb, 4.1 ast, 1.6 stl

Paul’s Notes:
– His offensive outburst this year has established as a clear lottery combo guard


Nolan Traoré
PG RK: #4, OVR RK: #12 (-)
Saint-Quentin (France)
6’3 | 175 lbs | DOB: 5-28-06 (18)
24-25 Stats: 11.7 pts, 4.5 ast, 1.9 reb, 0.7 stl – Jeep Elite

Paul’s Notes:
– Has a smooth skillset to be a good playmaker in the league


Jase Richardson
PG RK: #5, OVR RK: #16 (+29)
Michigan State (Freshman)
6’3 | 185 lbs | DOB: 10-16-05 (19)
24-25 Stats: 12.2 pts, 3.3 reb, 1.9 ast, 42% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– Was inserted into the starting lineup in February and has flown up draft boards


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Ben Saraf
PG RK: #6, OVR RK: #19 (+10)
Ratiopharm Ulm (Germany)
6’5 | 200 lbs | DOB: 4-15-06 (18)
24-25 Stats: 12.2 pts, 4.3 ast, 2.6 reb, 1.1 stl – BBL

Paul’s Notes:
– Lengthy and strong playmaker that has great two-way potential


Boogie Fland
PG RK: #7, OVR RK: #33 (-27)
Arkansas (Freshman)
6’2 | 175 lbs | DOB: 7-10-06 (18)
24-25 Stats: 13.5 pts, 5.1 ast, 3.2 reb, 1.5 stl

Paul’s Notes:
– Out for the year with thumb surgery
– Will likely need to return for sophomore year, likely could be a top transfer target after the season


Dink Pate
PG RK: #8, OVR RK: #39 (-1)
Mexico City Capitanes (G-League)
6’8 | 210 lbs | DOB: 3-10-06 (19)
24-25 Stats: 10.1 pts, 5.2 reb, 1.9 ast, 0.6 stl

Paul’s Notes:
– Athletic guard that is staying put as a mid-2nd round option


Labaron Philon
PG RK: #9, OVR RK: #40 (-17)
Alabama (Freshman)
6’4 | 177 lbs | DOB: 11-24-05 (19)
24-25 Stats: 10.6 pts, 3.8 ast, 3.3 reb, 1.4 stl

Paul’s Notes:
– Quick and elusive two-way combo guard. May be more of a 2026 1st round prospect


Walter Clayton Jr.
PG RK: #10, OVR RK: #46 (+14)
Florida (Senior)
6’3 | 195 lbs | DOB: 3-6-03 (22)
24-25 Stats: 18.1 pts, 4.2 ast, 3.6 reb, 38.5% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– Keeps raising his draft stock as one of the best scoring ball handlers in the draft


Tyrese Proctor
PG RK: #11, OVR RK: #53 (-)
Duke (Junior)
6’6 | 183 lbs | DOB: 4-1-04 (20)
24-25 Stats: 12.5 pts, 3.1 reb, 2.2 ast, 41.2% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– Will be a heads up playmaker in the league with a developed offensive game
– Will likely stay in the draft as a 2nd rounder


Ryan Nembhard
PG RK: #12, OVR RK: #56 (-8)
Gonzaga (Senior)
6’0 | 180 lbs | DOB: 3-10-03 (22)
24-25 Stats: 10.5 pts, 9.8 ast, 3 reb, 40.4% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– Should be a 2nd round pick as one of the best passers and consistent shot makers in college


Tahaad Pettiford
PG RK: #13
Auburn (Freshman)
6’1 | 175 lbs | DOB: 8-4-05 (19)
24-25 Stats: 11.8 pts, 2.9 ast, 2.2 reb, 37.6% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– His athleticism makes up for his lack of size and a big sophomore year could get him 1st round looks in 2026


Mark Sears
PG RK: #14
Alabama (Grad-Senior)
6’1 | 190 lbs | DOB: 2-19-02 (23)
24-25 Stats: 18.6 pts, 5.1 ast, 2.9 reb, 34.5% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– His smooth offensive game is overshadowed by his size, which will make it tough for him to stick on an NBA team


Javon Small
PG RK: #15
West Virginia (Senior)
6’3 | 190 lbs | DOB: 12-19-02 (22)
24-25 Stats: 18.6 pts, 5.6 ast, 4.1 reb, 35.3% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– One of the biggest surprises in the Big 12, showing great offensive skills to be an undrafted camp body


OTHER NOTABLE PG’s IN THE NATION:
Jalil Bethea – Miami, Freshman
Elliot Cadeau – North Carolina, Sophomore
D.J. Wagner – Arkansas, Sophomore
Wade Taylor IV – Texas A&M, Senior
Jaland Lowe – Pittsburgh, Sophomore
Sean Pedulla – Ole Miss, Senior


SHOOTING GUARDS

V.J. Edgecombe
SG RK: #1, OVR RK: #4 (+4)
Baylor (Freshman)
6’5 | 180 lbs | DOB: 7-30-05 (19)
24-25 Stats: 15 pts, 5.6 reb, 3.2 ast, 2.1 stl

Paul’s Notes:
– Established as a clear cut top 5 pick, with great size, finishing skills, and defensive instincts


Tre Johnson
SG RK: #2, OVR RK: #8 (-1)
Texas (Freshman)
6’6 | 190 lbs | DOB: 3-7-06 (19)
24-25 Stats: 19.9 pts, 3.1 reb, 2.7 ast, 39.7% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– Talent to become a 20+ ppg scorer in the league as a top 10 pick


Egor Demin
SG RK: #3, OVR RK: #9 (-5)
BYU (Freshman)
6’9 | 190 lbs | DOB: 3-3-06 (19)
24-25 Stats: 10.9 pts, 5.5 ast, 3.9 reb, 1.2 stl

Paul’s Notes:
– Slipping a bit on draft boards, but is a polished point forward with playmaking skills


Ian Jackson
SG RK: #4, OVR RK: #24 (+13)
North Carolina (Freshman)
6’4 | 190 lbs | DOB: 2-14-05 (20)
24-25 Stats: 11.9 pts, 2.7 reb, 0.9 ast, 39.5% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– A hot 2nd half of the season showed his scoring numbers and shooting consistency reach NBA levels


Kam Jones
SG RK: #5, OVR RK: #28 (-2)
Marquette (Senior)
6’5 | 200 lbs | DOB: 2-25-02 (23)
24-25 Stats: 19.2 pts, 5.9 ast, 4.5 reb, 1.4 stl

Paul’s Notes:
– Should be a late 1st/early 2nd lock as a talented and well rounded scorer


Noah Penda
SG RK: #6, OVR RK: #29 (+25)
Le Mans Sarthe Basket (France)
6’8 | 225 lbs | DOB: 1-7-05 (20)
24-25 Stats: 9.8 pts, 5.1 reb, 2.6 ast, 1.3 stl – Jeep Elite

Paul’s Notes:
– Size, skill, and potential to be a good wing in the league


Drake Powell
SG RK: #7, OVR RK: #32 (-16)
North Carolina (Freshman)
6’6 | 195 lbs | DOB: 9-8-05 (19)
24-25 Stats: 7.4 pts, 3.4 reb, 1.1 ast, 37.9% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– A 3-and-D prospect that could benefit from another year in college


Joson Sanon
SG RK: #8, OVR RK: #45 (-32)
Arizona State (Freshman)
6’4 | 195 lbs | DOB: 12-27-05 (19)
24-25 Stats: 11.9 pts, 3.4 reb, 1 ast, 36.9% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– Showed glimpses of being an unconscious scorer. Will aim to be a lottery pick in 2026 from St. John’s


Koby Brea
SG RK: #9, OVR RK: #47 (+3)
Kentucky (Grad-Senior)
6’7 | 215 lbs | DOB: 11-6-02 (22)
24-25 Stats: 11.6 pts, 3.2 reb, 1.3 ast, 43.5% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– Lights out shooter who has added defense to his game. Mid-Late 2nd round lock


R.J. Luis Jr.
SG RK: #10, OVR RK: #52 (+6)
St. John’s (Junior)
6’7 | 215 lbs | DOB: 11-27-02 (22)
24-25 Stats: 18.2 pts, 7.2 reb, 2 ast, 1.4 stl

Paul’s Notes:
– Likely will need another year to improve his shot making consistency and can become a 1st round pick


Chaz Lanier
SG RK: #11, OVR RK: #54 (+6)
Tennessee (Grad-Senior)
6’4 | 199 lbs | DOB: 12-19-01 (23)
24-25 Stats: 18 pts, 3.8 reb, 1.1 ast, 40.5% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– A chiseled and fine tuned scorer from every level on offense, and will be a good 2nd round addition


Sion James
SG RK: #12, OVR RK: #55 (+5)
Duke (Grad-Senior)
6’6 | 220 lbs | DOB: 12-4-02 (22)
24-25 Stats: 8.7 pts, 4.2 reb, 3 ast, 41.7% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– Becoming a back end 2nd round pick as a stat sheet stuffer and high energy guy


Jaxson Robinson
SG RK: #13 (-25)
Kentucky (Grad-Senior)
6’6 | 192 lbs | DOB: 12-3-02 (22)
24-25 Stats: 13 pts, 3.5 reb, 1.7 ast, 37.6% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– Solid two-way wing, but injuries will likely keep him out of being a 2nd round selection


Bennett Stirtz
SG RK: #14
Drake (Junior)
6’4 | 180 lbs | DOB: 10-3-03 (21)
24-25 Stats: 19.2 pts, 5.7 ast, 4.3 reb, 39.5% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– The story of the tournament, jumping from D2 to mid-major star. Has some budding attributes to be a 2026 pick out of Iowa


Hunter Sallis
SG RK: #15
Wake Forest (Senior)
6’5 | 185 lbs | DOB: 3-26-03 (22)
24-25 Stats: 18.3 pts, 5.1 reb, 2.8 ast, 1.2 stl

Paul’s Notes:
– Inconsistent shooting holds him out of the 2nd round, but potential as an offensive bench piece will give him undrafted looks


OTHER NOTABLE SG’s IN THE NATION:
Tyrese Hunter – Memphis, Senior
Xaivian Lee – Princeton, Junior
Matthew Murrell – Ole Miss, Grad-Senior
K.J. Lewis -Arizona, Sophomore
Zeke Mayo – Kansas, Senior
P.J. Haggerty – Memphis, Sophomore
Caleb Love – Arizona, Grad-Senior
Isaiah Evans – Duke, Freshman
Alijah Martin – Florida, Grad-Senior
Solo Ball – UConn, Sophomore


SMALL FORWARDS

Ace Bailey
SF RK: #1, OVR RK: #3 (-1)
Rutgers (Freshman)
6’10 | 200 lbs | DOB: 8-13-06 (18)
24-25 Stats: 17.6 pts, 7.2 reb, 1.3 blk, 34.6% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– A lock to be taken top 3 with size, elite on and off ball scoring, and defensive fluidity


Kon Knueppel
SF RK: #2, OVR RK: #10 (+4)
Duke (Freshman)
6’7 | 217 lbs | DOB: 8-3-05 (19)
24-25 Stats: 14.4 pts, 3.9 reb, 2.8 ast, 40.1% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– A lottery talent with size, strength, shot making skills and an NBA hustle


Liam McNeeley
SF RK: #3, OVR RK: #13 (-3)
UConn (Freshman)
6’7 | 210 lbs | DOB: 10-10-05 (19)
24-25 Stats: 14.5 pts, 6 reb, 2.3 ast, 31.7% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– Makings to be a lengthy 3-and-D piece in the league, but may slip to the late 1st round


Noa Essengue
SF RK: #4, OVR RK: #17 (+10)
Ratiopharm Ulm (Germany)
6’8 | 194 lbs | DOB: 12-18-06 (18)
24-25 Stats: 10.8 pts, 4.9 reb, 1.2 ast, 52% FG

Paul’s Notes:
– Has a ton of defensive versatility despite lacking consistent shooting numbers


Hugo González
SF RK: #5, OVR RK: #20 (+31)
Real Madrid (Spain)
6’6 | 207 lbs | DOB: 2-5-06 (19)
24-25 Stats: 3.1 pts, 1.7 reb, 0.5 ast, 0.3 blk – ACB/Euro

Paul’s Notes:
– Despite lack of playing time, he shows skills to be a 3-and-D wing at the pro level


Carter Bryant
SF RK: #6, OVR RK: #21 (+12)
Arizona (Freshman)
6’8 | 220 lbs | DOB: 11-26-05 (19)
24-25 Stats: 6.5 pts, 4.1 reb, 1 blk, 37.1% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– Proved his 5-star pedigree by showing rim protecting and ability to stretch the floor from 3


Nique Clifford
SF RK: #7, OVR RK: #25 (+14)
Colorado State (Grad-Senior)
6’6 | 200 lbs | DOB: 2-9-02 (23)
24-25 Stats: 18.9 pts, 9.6 reb, 4.4 ast, 37.7% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– Well-rounded veteran type player that can step in as a bench piece for a contender next year


Will Riley
SF RK: #8, OVR RK: #30 (-6)
Illinois (Freshman)
6’8 | 180 lbs | DOB: 2-10-06 (19)
24-25 Stats: 12.9 pts, 4.1 reb, 2.2 ast, 32.6% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– No guarantee he’ll stay in the draft, but after re-classifying he showed glimpses of smooth scoring


Alex Toohey
SF RK: #9, OVR RK: #34 (+26)
Sydney Kings (Australia)
6’7 | 205 lbs | DOB: 5-5-04 (20)
24-25 Stats: 11.4 pts, 3.8 reb, 1.4 stl, 34% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– Increased his role overseas and is now a much more proven 3-and-D wing prospect


Alex Karaban
SF RK: #10, OVR RK: #41 (-7)
UConn (Junior)
6’8 | 225 lbs | DOB: 11-11-02 (22)
24-25 Stats: 14.3 pts, 5.3 reb, 2.8 ast, 1.5 blk

Paul’s Notes:
– Had a bit of a disappointing year and would benefit from another year at school


Darrion Williams
SF RK: #11, OVR RK: #48 (+12)
Texas Tech (Junior)
6’6 | 225 lbs | DOB: 4-23-03 (21)
24-25 Stats: 15.1 pts, 5.5 reb, 3.6 ast, 1.3 stl

Paul’s Notes:
– A bit undersized as a low post threat, but should be a 2nd round pick with ability to hit the three


Jamir Watkins
SF RK: #12, OVR RK: #51 (-5)
Florida State (Senior)
6’7 | 210 lbs | DOB: 7-6-01 (23)
24-25 Stats: 18.4 pts, 5.7 reb, 2.4 ast, 1.2 stl

Paul’s Notes:
– A well-versed two-way wing that should become a lock to be taken on the second day of the draft


Dailyn Swain
SF RK: #13
Xavier (Sophomore)
6’8 | 220 lbs | DOB: 7-15-05 (19)
24-25 Stats: 11 pts, 5.5 reb, 2.6 ast, 1.6 stl

Paul’s Notes:
– Had a breakout sophomore year for Xavier but will likely return and transfer for his junior season


Andrej Stojaković
SF RK: #14 (-16)
California (Sophomore)
6’7 | 205 lbs | DOB: 8-17-04 (20)
24-25 Stats: 17.9 pts, 4.7 reb, 1.8 ast, 1.2 blk

Paul’s Notes:
– Put up big numbers and improvement on defense, but still remains a projects needing more college time


Kadary Richmond
SF RK: #15
St. John’s (Grad-Senior)
6’6 | 205 lbs | DOB: 8-25-01 (23)
24-25 Stats: 12.4 pts, 6.4 reb, 5.3 ast, 2 stl

Paul’s Notes:
– Inability to shoot is what will keep him from being a 1st round pick. Will still find a chance through the G-League


OTHER NOTABLE SF’s IN THE NATION:
Payton Sandfort – Iowa, Senior
Milan Momcilović – Iowa State, Sophomore
Tyon Grant-Foster – Grand Canyon, Grad-Senior
Dillon Mitchell – Cincinnati, Junior
Miles Byrd – San Diego State, Sophomore
John Tonje – Wisconsin, Grad-Senior
Otega Oweh – Kentucky, Junior


POWER FORWARDS

Cooper Flagg
PF RK: #1, OVR RK: #1 (-)
Duke (Freshman)
6’9 | 205 lbs | DOB; 12-21-06 (18)
24-25 Stats: 18.9 pts, 7.5 reb, 4.2 ast, 1.4 stl

Paul’s Notes:
– If you haven’t already bought in, his tournament performance will force you to. The next franchise cornerstone in the NBA


Asa Newell
PF RK: #2, OVR RK: #5 (-)
Georgia (Freshman)
6’11 | 220 lbs | DOB: 10-5-05 (19)
24-25 Stats: 15.4 pts, 6.9 reb, 1 blk, 1 stl

Paul’s Notes:
– Was a consistent offensive force and low post presence. Athleticism to be a quality big man in the league


Collin Murray-Boyles
PF RK: #3, OVR RK: #14 (+5)
South Carolina (Sophomore)
6’7 | 245 lbs | DOB: 6-10-05 (19)
24-25 Stats: 16.8 pts, 8.3 reb, 1.5 stl, 1.3 blk

Paul’s Notes:
– Has an All-Defensive skillset and should be an early 20’s pick at the very latest


J.T. Toppin
PF RK: #4, OVR RK: #22 (-4)
Texas Tech (Sophomore)
6’9 | 225 lbs | DOB: 6-14-05 (19)
24-25 Stats: 18.2 pts, 9.4 reb, 1.5 blk, 55.4% FG

Paul’s Notes:
– Has developed into one of the fiercest bigs on draft boards and should be a 1st round lock


Rasheer Fleming
PF RK: #5, OVR RK: #27 (+20)
St. Joseph’s (Junior)
6’9 | 240 lbs | DOB: 7-10-04 (20)
24-25 Stats: 14.7 pts, 8.5 reb, 1.5 blk, 39% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– Can shoot, rebound, and defend at NBA size. Will likely be a late 1st/early 2nd or transfer to a bigger school for senior year


Alex Condon
PF RK: #6, OVR RK: #35 (+25)
Florida (Sophomore)
6’11 | 230 lbs | DOB: 7-25-04 (20)
24-25 Stats: 10.8 pts, 7.7 reb, 2.3 ast, 1.4 blk

Paul’s Notes:
– Has flown up draft boards as a 4/5 that can shoot and defend the paint


Yaxel Lendeborg
PF RK: #7, OVR RK: #36 (+24)
UAB (Senior)
6’9 | 240 lbs | DOB: 9-30-02 (22)
24-25 Stats: 17.7 pts, 11.4 reb, 1.8 blk, 35.7% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
-Did just about everything for UAB and should be a 2nd round lock


Adou Thiero
PF RK: #8, OVR RK: #38 (+2)
Arkansas (Junior)
6’8 | 220 lbs | DOB: 5-8-04 (20)
24-25 Stats: 15.1 pts, 5.8 reb, 1.9 ast, 1.6 stl

Paul’s Notes:
– Developed his offensive game to combine with his already proven defensive skills. Could be an early 2nd round bench piece


Bogoljub Marković
PF RK: #9, OVR RK: #43 (+17)
KK Mega Bemax (Serbia)
6’11 | 195 lbs | DOB: 7-12-05 (19)
24-25 Stats: 13.8 pts, 6.9 reb, 2.6 ast, 42.6% 3P – Liga ABA

Paul’s Notes:
– Is an intriguing prospect to scouts with good size and ability to shoot. Will need to add weight to be a true NBA big man


Kanon Catchings
PF RK: #10, OVR RK: #49 (-27)
BYU (Freshman)
6’9 | 190 lbs | DOB: 8-10-05 (19)
24-25 Stats: 7.2 pts, 2.2 reb, 0.6 stl, 35% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– Injuries will make him more of a 2026 prospect as he’ll look to transfer for a bigger role


Kwame Evans Jr.
PF RK: #11, OVR RK: #57 (-5)
Oregon (Sophomore)
6’9 | 220 lbs | DOB: 8-2-04 (20)
24-25 Stats: 6.1 pts, 4.6 reb, 0.7 ast, 0.6 blk

Paul’s Notes:
– Saw his playing time decrease down the stretch and will need more time in college to develop


Grant Nelson
PF RK: #12, OVR RK: #58 (-3)
Alabama (Grad-Senior)
6’11 | 230 lbs | DOB: 3-18-02 (23)
24-25 Stats: 11.5 pts, 7.6 reb, 1.6 ast, 1.2 blk

Paul’s Notes:
– A good veteran body that will get some looks in the 50’s. His defense will be what makes or breaks a pro career


Mackenzie Mgbako
PF RK: #13 (-29)
Indiana (Sophomore)
6’9 | 222 lbs | DOB: 11-18-04 (20)
24-25 Stats: 12.2 pts, 4.6 reb, 1.1 ast, 0.5 blk

Paul’s Notes:
– Took strides this year, but will likely transfer and continue development for 2026


Andrew Carr
PF RK: #14
Kentucky (Grad-Senior)
6’11 | 235 lbs | DOB: 2-1-02 (23)
24-25 Stats: 10.3 pts, 4.7 reb, 1.7 ast, 32.4% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– An undrafted 3-and-D option who despite size will be more of a 3/4


Coleman Hawkins
PF RK: #15
Kansas State (Grad-Senior)
6’10 | 230 lbs | DOB: 12-10-01 (23)
24-25 Stats: 10.7 pts, 6.9 reb, 4.3 ast, 1.8 stl

Paul’s Notes:
– Will get some shots in training camp but is more of a college star than a true pro big man


OTHER NOTABLE PF’s IN THE NATION:
Clifford Omoruyi – Alabama, Grad-Senior
K.J. Adams Jr. – Kansas, Senior
Norchad Omier – Baylor, Grad-Senior
Jarin Stevenson – Alabama, Sophomore


CENTERS

Khaman Maluach
C RK: #1, OVR RK: #6 (+5)
Duke (Freshman)
7’2 | 250 lbs | DOB: 9-14-06 (18)
24-25 Stats: 8.7 pts, 6.8 reb, 1.3 blk, 71.4% FG

Paul’s Notes:
– Has the size and skillset to become a menace of a low post presence in the NBA


Derik Queen
C RK: #2, OVR RK: #15 (+5)
Maryland (Freshman)
6’10 | 246 lbs | DOB: 12-27-04 (20)
24-25 Stats: 16.5 pts, 9 reb, 1.9 ast, 1.1 blk

Paul’s Notes:
– Can attack you both off the dribble and back-to-basket as one of the finer scoring big men in the draft


Thomas Sorber
C RK: #3, OVR RK: #18 (+39)
Georgetown (Freshman)
6’10 | 255 lbs | DOB: 12-25-05 (19)
24-25 Stats: 14.5 pts, 8.5 reb, 2 blk, 1.5 stl

Paul’s Notes:
– Fierce and athletic big man with great rim protecting skills


Danny Wolf
C RK: #4, OVR RK: #23 (+19)
Michigan (Junior)
7’0 | 250 lbs | DOB: 5-5-04 (20)
24-25 Stats: 13.2 pts, 9.7 reb, 3.6 ast, 1.4 blk

Paul’s Notes:
– Can attack both off the dribble and post up, with elite passing skills for a big man


Maxime Raynaud
C RK: #5, OVR RK: #26 (+2)
Stanford (Senior)
7’1 | 250 lbs | DOB: 4-7-03 (21)
24-25 Stats: 20.2 pts, 10.6 reb, 1.4 blk, 34.7% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– Should be a late 1st/early 2nd lock as a 7-foot three point sniper who can also dominate in the post


Joan Beringer
C RK: #6, OVR RK: #31 (+29)
KK Cedivita (Slovenia)
6’11 | 237 lbs | DOB: 11-11-06 (18)
24-25 Stats: 4.6 pts, 4.6 reb, 1.4 blk, 60.3% FG – Liga ABA

Paul’s Notes:
– A very raw big man that has shown glimpses of 1st round talent as a rim protector and paint scorer


Michael Ružić
C RK: #7, OVR RK: #37 (-12)
Joventut Badalona (Spain)
6’10 | 220 lbs | DOB: 10-4-06 (18)
24-25 Stats: 3.6 pts, 1.7 reb, 0.4 blk, 50% FG – ACB/Euro

Paul’s Notes:
– Has shown glimpses of being an NBA big but likely will need another year overseas


Johni Broome
C RK: #8, OVR RK: #42 (-6)
Auburn (Grad-Senior)
6’10 | 240 lbs | DOB: 7-19-02 (22)
24-25 Stats: 18.7 pts, 10.9 reb, 2.9 ast, 2.1 blk

Paul’s Notes:
– Has come a long way in college, and does just about everything efficiently. Will be a veteran bench bruiser in the NBA


Ryan Kalkbrenner
C RK: #9, OVR RK: #44 (-29)
Creighton (Grad-Senior)
7’1 | 270 lbs | DOB: 1-17-02 (23)
24-25 Stats: 19.2 pts, 8.7 reb, 2.7 blk, 65.3% FG

Paul’s Notes:
– An elite low post defensive presence and finisher. Can become a solid NBA player in a pick-and-roll style of offense


Rocco Zikarsky
C RK: #10, OVR RK: #50 (-9)
Brisbane Bullets (Australia)
7’3 | 227 lbs | DOB: 7-11-06 (18)
24-25 Stats: 4.7 pts, 3.5 reb, 0.7 blk, 50% FG

Paul’s Notes:
– Has unteachable size and strength but will likely need some time before coming over to the league


Eric Dixon
C RK: #11, OVR RK: #59 (+1)
Villanova (Grad-Senior)
6’8 | 265 lbs | DOB: 1-26-01 (24)
24-25 Stats: 23 pts, 5.2 reb, 2 ast, 42.2% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– Is a bit undersized, but makes up for it with his offensive instincts


Jayden Quaintance
C RK: #12
Arizona State (Freshman)
6’9 | 225 lbs | DOB: 7-11-07 (17)
24-25 Stats: 9.4 pts, 7.9 reb, 2.6 blk, 52.5% FG

Paul’s Notes:
– Would be, by far, the youngest player in the draft. Will likely stay in school and continue developing his offensive game


Vlad Goldin
C RK: #13
Michigan (Grad-Senior)
7’1 | 250 lbs | DOB: 5-12-01 (23)
24-25 Stats: 16.6 pts, 7 reb, 1.4 blk, 60.7% FG

Paul’s Notes:
– One of my biggest dark horses in the draft, could be an undrafted steal as a high energy bench piece


Zvonimir Ivišić
C RK: #14 (-28)
Arkansas (Sophomore)
7’2 | 245 lbs | DOB: 8-9-03 (21)
24-25 Stats: 8.5 pts, 4.3 reb, 1.9 blk, 37.6% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– Still has an undefined game and lacks ability to use his size on offense. Will need another year in school


Amari Williams
C RK: #15
Kentucky (Grad-Senior)
7’0 | 262 lbs | DOB: 1-28-02 (23)
24-25 Stats: 10.9 pts, 8.5 reb, 3.2 ast, 1.2 blk

Paul’s Notes:
– Could rise up draft charts come combine time with his legit size, passing ability, and low-post presence on defense


OTHER NOTABLE C’s IN THE NATION:
Aaron Bradshaw – Ohio State, Sophomore
Tomislav Ivišić – Illinois, Freshman
Hunter Dickinson – Kansas, Grad-Senior
Great Osobor – Washington, Senior
Efton Reid III – Wake Forest, Senior

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