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Aggregate 2025 NBA Mock Draft: Cooper Flagg and Ace Bailey battling for No. 1 pick?

HoopsHype’s aggregate 2025 NBA mock draft lists the top prospects, including scouting reports from NBA executives and scouts by HoopsHype’s Senior NBA Insider, Michael Scotto.

HoopsHype has updated where the top prospects stand for the 2025 NBA Draft by compiling six mock drafts from ESPN, Yahoo Sports, CBS Sports, Sports Illustrated, SB Nation, and USA TODAY. 

We spoke with an NBA executive and two scouts for their insights on the prospects for the first edition of the aggregate 2025 NBA mock draft.

An explanation for HoopsHype’s Draft Predictor from colleague Alberto de Roa, who contributed research to this story, can be found here.

NOTE: These rankings reflect the composite score to get a feel for the overall consensus, not our own opinion. For example, if a player was the first pick on a publication’s mock draft, he received 60 points. If a player was second, he received 59 points, and so on. We then tabulated the total number of points for each player’s consensus ranking.

Cavaliers free agent Isaac Okoro: Sign-and-trade, re-sign, or sign qualifying offer?

Reporting on the future of Cleveland Cavaliers restricted free agent Isaac Okoro, who could be traded, re-signed, or sign his qualifying offer according to HoopsHype Senior NBA Insider Michael Scotto.

With the end of July nearing, Lauri Markkanen is the next big domino to fall either via a renegotiation and extension with the Utah Jazz or a trade to another team, as the league is seemingly in a holding pattern until then. Pelicans forward Brandon Ingram also has been a hot topic in trade chatter as he enters the final year of his contract. Other trade talks involving the Brooklyn Nets, including forwards Dorian Finney-Smith and Cam Johnson, are also worth monitoring. 

Meanwhile, in free agency, Cleveland Cavaliers’ restricted free agent Isaac Okoro is the top player available on the market according to our HoopsHype rankings. However, a decision on his future could come soon for the 23-year-old wing. Okoro could be dealt in a sign-and-trade deal, re-signed by Cleveland to a multi-year contract, or sign his one-year qualifying offer.

Okoro, the No. 5 overall pick of the 2020 NBA Draft, has become a notable 3-and-D wing after shooting a career-high 39.1 percent to complement his strong perimeter defense. 

Below is a look at how all three scenarios could play out, where things stand now, and what the final decision could be. 

Brandon Miller Q&A: Team USA, Miles Bridges, LaMelo Ball, Mark Williams, Charles Lee, Josh Green

Charlotte Hornets forward Brandon Miller sat down with HoopsHype Senior NBA Insider at the Encore Hotel to discuss playing for the USA Select Team and why he’s playing at Vegas Summer League. Plus, his reactions to the Hornets re-signing Miles Bridges, the returns of Mark Williams and LaMelo Ball, the Josh Green acquisition, new coach Charles Lee, playoff expectations for the Hornets, and more.

Charlotte Hornets forward Brandon Miller sat down with HoopsHype at the Encore Hotel to discuss playing for the USA Select Team and why he’s at the Vegas Summer League.

The 21-year-old Miller, who finished third overall in the Rookie of the Year voting last season, also talked about his reactions to the Hornets re-signing Miles Bridges, the returns of Mark Williams and LaMelo Ball, the Josh Green acquisition, new coach Charles Lee, playoff expectations for the Hornets, and more.

Cam Thomas Q&A: ‘I want to go into more of a leadership role’

Brooklyn Nets guard Cam Thomas discussed the fallout from the Mikal Bridges trade, his extension talks, the return of Ben Simmons, the adjustment with new coach Jordi Fernandez, the re-signing of Nic Claxton, and more with HoopsHype Senior NBA Insider Michael Scotto.

Following a breakout campaign as the leading scorer for the Brooklyn Nets, Cam Thomas will have a larger role this upcoming season. 

After the Nets faced the Los Angeles Clippers at the Thomas & Mack Center during the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas, Thomas spoke with HoopsHype about the fallout from the Mikal Bridges trade, his extension talks, the return of Ben Simmons, the adjustment with new coach Jordi Fernandez, the re-signing of Nic Claxton, and more. 

NBA Rumors: Team USA, Clippers, 76ers, Suns, Grizzlies, Knicks, Nets, Magic, Pistons

Reporting on Team USA updates surrounding Kawhi Leonard, Kevin Durant, Jaylen Brown’s snub, and why Derrick White was named as a replacement as they prepare for the Olympics. Plus, the Clippers pursuing a Tyus Jones sign-and-trade, why KJ Martin could re-sign with the 76ers and be traded later this season, why the Suns could trade Josh Okogie after re-signing him, new Knicks interest in free agents, the Grizzlies working to re-sign Luke Kennard, the Pistons trying to sign second-round pick Bobi Klintman, and coaching interviews with Nets coach Jordi Fernandez and Magic coach Jamahl Mosley from HoopsHype Senior NBA Insider Michael Scotto

Following the conclusion of Team USA’s exhibition matchup versus Canada, the rest of the NBA world traveled to Las Vegas for the beginning of NBA Summer League.

With that in mind, HoopsHype has gathered the latest intel on Team USA updates surrounding Kawhi Leonard, Kevin Durant, and why Derrick White was named as a replacement as they prepare for the Olympics. Plus, reporting on the Clippers pursuing a Tyus Jones sign-and-trade, why KJ Martin could re-sign with the 76ers and eventually be traded, why the Suns could trade Josh Okogie after re-signing him, new Knicks interest in free agents, the Grizzlies working to re-sign Luke Kennard, the Pistons trying to sign second-round pick Bobi Klintman, and coaching interviews with Nets coach Jordi Fernandez and Magic coach Jamahl Mosley.

Trey Murphy Q&A: Dejounte Murray Trade, Brandon Ingram talks, Zion Williamson, Pelicans

New Orleans Pelicans forward Trey Murphy discussed the Dejounte Murray trade, Brandon Ingram trade talks, Zion Williamson, and more with HoopsHype Senior NBA Insider Michael Scotto.

It’s a big summer for New Orleans Pelicans forward Trey Murphy, who’s been a part of Team USA’s Select team and is eligible for an extension this summer.

Following Team USA’s practice in Las Vegas, Murphy spoke with HoopsHype about his experience playing with the National Team, what the Dejounte Murray trade means for the Pelicans, Brandon Ingram trade talks, his potential expanded role next season, what’s next for Zion Williamson, expectations for New Orleans, and more.

NBA 2K: The players with the most covers ever

Kobe Bryant, Michael Jordan, Allen Iverson, Shaquille O’Neal, and Kevin Durant are among the elite few star players who have made frequent appearances on the NBA 2K videogame franchise. Check out the full ranking below.

NBA 2K has achieved a remarkable 25-year run, captivating basketball enthusiasts and video game fans worldwide. Over the years, many great players have been featured in the main covers and alternate editions of this iconic game. Among the elite few who have made frequent appearances: Kobe Bryant, Michael Jordan, Allen Iverson, Shaquille O’Neal, and Kevin Durant.

Check out the ranking below:

NBA Rumors: DeMar DeRozan, Brandon Ingram, Buddy Hield, Malik Beasley, free agency, trades

Reporting on free agency talks for DeMar DeRozan, Buddy Hield, Caleb Martin, Malik Beasley, trade talks surrounding Brandon Ingram and Dorian Finney-Smith, Dallas Mavericks targets, how the Nuggets could replace Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, a potential Suns re-signing, and more from HoopsHype Senior NBA Insider Michael Scotto.

With the NBA’s moratorium period ending at noon ET on Saturday, July 6, trade talks and free agency movement are expected to pick up after a slight lull the past couple of days. 

Heading into the weekend, HoopsHype has gathered the latest intel on free agency talks for DeMar DeRozan, Buddy Hield, Caleb Martin, Malik Beasley, trade talks surrounding Brandon Ingram and Dorian Finney-Smith, Dallas Mavericks targets, how the Nuggets could replace Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, a potential Suns re-signing, and more. 

NBA Rumors: Lauri Markkanen Trade Talks, DeMar DeRozan, Kyle Kuzma, Lakers, Knicks, 76ers

Reporting on trade talks for Lauri Markkanen and Kyle Kuzma, free agency for DeMar DeRozan, and what’s next for the Lakers, Knicks and 76ers.

Teams around the league are bolstering their rosters in an arms race for a shot at the championship, with the 76ers landing Paul George, the Knicks acquiring Mikal Bridges, the Pelicans acquiring Dejounte Murray, the Thunder adding Alex Caruso and Isaiah Hartenstein so far this summer, and the Mavericks landing Klay Thompson. 

Which other notable players could change teams via free agency or the trade market? 

HoopsHype has gathered the latest intel on Lauri Markkanen trade talks, a potential Bulls shakeup of its trio, Kyle Kuzma’s future, and what potential moves are ahead for the Lakers, Knicks, and 76ers. 

NBA Rumors: LeBron James, Paul George, Klay Thompson, Brandon Ingram, Isaiah Hartenstein, more

Reporting on free agents LeBron James, Paul George, Klay Thompson, Isaiah Hartenstein, Kentavious-Caldwell Pope, trade talks for Brandon Ingram, and more from HoopsHype Senior NBA Insider Michael Scotto.

With NBA free agency beginning June 30th at 6 pm ET, HoopsHype has gathered the latest intel across the league on the top free agents entering the market.