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Although listening to the name called is the very preferred route to the NBA, there are only so many slots available. For the 2025 edition, there were 59 options and many players were achieved. The first 10 non -selected players are quickly shown and where they are headed as free -written free agents.
1. G Hunter Sallis, Wake Forest
After playing two seasons in Gonzaga, Sallis moved and played a much more significant role in Wake Forest. During its last season, the 6 -foot guard promised 18.3 points, 5.1 rebounds, 2.8 assists, 1.2 robberies and 1.3 three points per game, firing 45.7 percent of the field and 80.4 percent of the foul line. Although Sallis did not provide much value as a three-point shooter, making 27.7 percent of his attempts by 2024-25, there is previous evidence he can.
During his first season in Wake Forest, the guard shot 40.5 percent from the depth of 5.4 attempts per game. If Sallis entered the 2024 project, there is a great probability that he would have been selected. The decrease in the precision of three was probably a factor in which it was not written on Thursday, but agreed to a two -way agreement with the 76ers shortly after the project conclusion.
2. C Vladislav Golden, Michigan
Goldin enjoyed a historic school, first that appeared in Texas Tech and then joined Fau, where he was part of the team’s Cinderella in the Final Four in 2023. Instead of going to the NBA, Goldin returned to college last season, after the main coach Dusty May in Michigan as a graduation transfer. The center of 7 feet, of 253 pounds, had an average of 16.6 points, 7.0 rebounds, 1.1 assists, 0.5 robberies and 1.4 blocks while firing the divisions 61/33/73.
His size gives him upside down as an inner scorer and rebound, but he can be even better in offense if he can develop his three -point shot. Goldin has accepted a two-way contract with the heat, which already has BAM Adebayo and Kel’el Ware, but there may be an additional depth on the court.
3. G Dink Pate, Mexico City
The 6-feet-8 pate made the G-league route, starting with the 2023-24 season as part of G League Ignite. The dissolution of this team caused Pate to join the captains of Mexico City, where he promised 10.0 points, 5.2 rebounds and 1.9 assists in 34 beginnings. While Texas native has more athletics, he has to grow as a shooter, with Pate firing 26 percent of three and 58 percent of the missing line last season.
The combination of size and athletics make it an attractive wing perspective, but Pate has a long way to go as a shooter. At the end of Thursday night, he had not accepted an agreement on two sides, but Pate may be worth the risk for a team willing to wait in their development.
4. F/C Eric Dixon, Villanova
As for individual numbers, Dixon is one of the most productive players in the history of Villanova’s program. The 6-foot striker/center of 8 led the nation by scoring as a senior, gaining honors from all over America and a first team’s All-Big Big selection.
Dixon promised 23.3 points, 5.1 rebounds, 1.9 assists and 2.9 three points per game while registered 45.1/40.7/81.3 shooting divisions. Although reduced for NBA level, Dixon’s improvements can be translated as a shooter. He has accepted a two -way contract with the lakers, making an intriguing option if Dixon can defend four on the perimeter.
5. C Viktor Lakhin, Clemson
The center of 6 feet-11, 245 pounds of Russia played three seasons in Cincinnati before moving to Clemson before the 2024-25 season. In 34 games, he recorded averages of 11.4 points, 6.4 rebounds, 1.5 assists, 1.0 robberies, 1.5 blocks and 0.7 three points in 23.6 minutes, firing 50.6 percent of the field and 69.6 percent of the foul line.
Lahkin improved as a finisher and facilitator during his lonely season in Clemson and was also an effective protector of the rims. However, it must improve its mobility and lateral force to prepare for the NBA game. Although he did not accept a contract yet, it would not be surprising for a team to sign Lakhin to participate in the summer league plan next month.
6. G Ryan Nembhard, Gonzaga
The younger brother of Pacers, kept Andrew Nembhard, Ryan spent two seasons in Creighton before following in the footsteps of Andrew and transferring to Gonzaga. As a senior, the 6 -foot guard led the nation in attendance, with an average of 9.8 per game, while also involved 10.5 points, 3.0 rebounds, 1.7 robberies and 1.1 three points. Nembhard promised only 2.7 attempts from three points per game this past season, but the accuracy was there, as it fired 40.4 percent beyond the bow.
Although the lack of size can lead to some that overlook it, Nembhard’s ability as a player of players and an improved perimeter shooter have put it on the NBA radar. The Mavericks have been signed to a two -way agreement, which could be an interesting place depending on how Dallas is aimed at the timely guard position of the free agency. Hoping that Nembhard would break the rotation would be unrealistic, given the contract, but Kyrie Irving (knee) will miss a significant part of the 2025-26 season.
7. G Chucky Hepburn, Louisville
After spending three seasons in Wisconsin, Hepburn moved to Louisville and was a key collaborator of the Cardinals in 2024-25. He obtained the ACC honors and promised 16.4 points, 3.5 rebounds, 5.8 assists, 2.4 robberies (TopS in the ACC) and 1.9 three points per game. Hepburn shot 43.2 percent of the field and 84.4 percent of the free kick. While the perimeter shot needs some work, Hepburn shooting suggests that it has space to develop.
He is able to impact the game of two men and as a defender, but Hepburn will have to improve as a shooter and clean the changes (3.0 per game by 2024-25). Hepburn agreed to a two -way agreement with the raptors, which were highly improved defensively during the second half of last season. While defensive capacity and game opened the door to Hepburn, their possibilities of adding -could probably cling to the perimeter shot.
8. F RJ Luis Jr., St. John’s
While Saint John’s coach Rick Pitino was charged with transfers before his second season with the program, his best player was among the few returned. Luis, who played a season in Umass before moving to St. John’s, was one of the best university basketball players in 2024-25. In 35 games, he promised 18.2 points, 7.2 rebounds, 2.0 assists, 1.4 robberies, 0.6 blocks and 1.3 three points, firing 43.9 percent of the field and 74.7 percent of the foul line.
In addition to being named Big East Year player, the versatile Luis was an all -American consensus. Many projected him as a selection of the second round, but his name was not called on Thursday. The good news for Luis is that a two -way agreement was able to land with the reconstruction of jazz. Utah added Ace Bailey to the first round, but in general, the team has an inspiring wing rotation. In addition, the team has been ready to offer opportunities for two -way collaborators and the G League to show what they can do during this reconstruction. This may occur well for Luis.
9. G Mark Sears, Alabama
After two seasons in Ohio, Sears moved to Alabama and flourished under the main coach Nate Oates. A 6-feet 6-foot guard promised 18.6 points, 2.9 rebounds, 5.1 assists, 0.9 robberies and 2.4 three points per game by 2024-25. Sears fired 40.3 percent of the field, a 10 percentage decrease compared to the 2023-24 season, and its effective percentage of the field target dropped by 11 percentage points to 49.4. Along with its size, the decrease in efficiency is a concern.
However, Sears can be a factor offensively, especially when putting in positions where you can play down. The old Alabama Point Guard agreed to a two -way agreement with the Bucks, who will play most of next season without Damian Lillard (Achilles). Also,, Kevin Porter Jr. will be a free agent without restrictions. On the paper, Sears is unlikely to be in a position to play minutes of rotation. However, with the Giannis antekounmpo Talks from outside the organization, who knows what will happen once the dust is installed after the free agency?
10. F Grant Nelson, Alabama
The 6-feet-10 Nelson played three seasons in the state of North Dakota before moving to Alabama before the 2023-24 campaign. It provided Tide Crimson an offensive versatility on the front, but there is work to be done on the point of perimeter. In 37 games last season, Nelson promised 11.5 points, 7.6 rebounds, 1.6 assists, 0.5 robberies, 1.2 blocks and 0.6 three points. Nelson shot 52.2 percent of the field, 25.8 percent of three and 66.7 percent of the free kick.
Although it is a solid defender, there is still room for growth, especially in the game of two men. Nelson’s ability to constantly demolish perimeter traits will be a key factor as it seems to be a professional. If you can do it, it can be a robbery in this class. Nelson joins the reconstruction networks in a two -way agreement, and while Brooklyn reconstructs, they also have five elections in the first round to work in the fold.
