There’s a transformative player approaching the 2025 NBA draft, and he could really change the game for a franchise. Fourteen teams will have a shot at securing the first overall pick, with five of those having a notable 10% chance of landing it.
Check out Ricky O’Donnell’s latest mock draft. Today, we’re diving into everything you should know about the upcoming 2025 NBA Draft Lottery and why this draft class is drawing so much attention.
When is the NBA Draft Lottery?
The lottery is set for Monday, May 12th, airing live on ESPN starting at 7 PM ET.
What are the odds for this year’s draft lottery?
NBA Draft Lottery Odds
| Team | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Utah Jazz | 14 | 13.4 | 12.7 | 12 | 47.9 | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | |
| Washington Wizards | 14 | 13.4 | 12.7 | 12 | 27.8 | 20 | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | |
| Charlotte Hornets | 14 | 13.4 | 12.7 | 12 | 14.8 | 26 | 7 | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | |
| New Orleans Pelicans | 12.5 | 12.2 | 11.9 | 11.5 | 7.2 | 25.7 | 16.8 | 2.2 | – | – | – | – | – | – | |
| Philadelphia 76ers | 10.5 | 10.5 | 10.6 | 10.5 | 2.2 | 19.6 | 26.7 | 8.7 | 0.6 | – | – | – | – | – | |
| Brooklyn Nets | 9 | 9.2 | 9.4 | 9.6 | – | 8.6 | 29.7 | 20.6 | 3.7 | 0.2 | – | – | – | – | |
| Toronto Raptors | 7.5 | 7.8 | 8.1 | 8.5 | – | – | 19.7 | 34.1 | 12.9 | 1.3 | – | – | – | – | |
| San Antonio Spurs | 6.0 | 6.3 | 6.7 | 7.2 | – | – | – | 34.5 | 32 | 6.8 | 0.4 | – | – | – | |
| Houston Rockets | 3.8 | 4.1 | 4.5 | 4.9 | – | – | – | – | 50.7 | 28.3 | 3.5 | 0.1 | – | – | |
| Portland Trail Blazers | 3.7 | 4 | 4.4 | 4.8 | – | – | – | – | – | – | 63.4 | 18.5 | 1.2 | – | |
| Dallas Mavericks | 1.8 | 2 | 2.2 | 2.5 | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | 77.6 | 13.5 | – | |
| Chicago Bulls | 1.7 | 1.9 | 2.1 | 2.4 | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | 85.2 | 6.6 | – |
| Sacramento Kings | 0.8 | 0.9 | 1 | 1.1 | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | 92.9 | 0.1 |
| Atlanta Hawks | 0.7 | 0.8 | 0.9 | 1 | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | 3.3 |
Why is 2025 a big deal?
Cooper Flagg, a Duke forward, is being hailed as the most exciting US-born talent since LeBron James and is projected as the No. 1 overall pick right out of high school. His combination of size, athleticism, game feel, and basketball IQ has scouts and fans alike buzzing.
Flagg has drawn comparisons to legendary players like Scottie Pippen, Jason Tatum, and Kawhi Leonard. But beyond him, other promising prospects like Dylan Harper, the son of former Bulls star Ron Harper from Rutgers, and Ace Bailey are also making headlines. While Flagg may be the top prize, this draft class is rich with potential superstar players.
Who is the NBA Draft Lottery franchise representative?
A cherished tradition of the NBA lottery is having a representative from each team present, whether it’s executives, current players, or franchise legends. Here’s who will be representing each lottery team.
How to watch the 2025 NBA Draft Lottery
The 2025 NBA Draft Lottery will take place just before Game 4 of the Celtics vs. Knicks series. Here’s how to catch it:
Date: Monday, May 12th
Time: 7 PM
TV/Streaming: ESPN
