Before the 2025 NBA Draft occurs on June 25-26, the order for the first 14 picks will be set at the NBA Draft Lottery in Chicago on May 12.

When is the 2025 NBA Draft Lottery?

The 2025 NBA Draft Lottery will air on Monday, May 12 at 6:30 PM ET on ESPN.

Key Details for the 2025 NBA Draft Lottery Order and Odds for No. 1 Pick

1. Utah Jazz (14%)
2. Washington Wizards (14%)
3. Charlotte Hornets (14%)
4. New Orleans Pelicans (12.5%)
5. Philadelphia 76ers (10.5%)
6. Brooklyn Nets (9%)
7. Toronto Raptors (7.5%)
8. San Antonio Spurs (6%)
9. Phoenix Suns (swap to Houston) (3.8%)
10. Portland Trail Blazers (3.7%)
11. Miami Heat (2.0%)
12. Dallas Mavericks (1.3%)
13. Chicago Bulls (1.2%)
14. Sacramento Kings (swap to Atlanta) (0.5%)

How Does the NBA Draft Lottery Work?

The draft lottery process involves an actual lottery with oversight from Ernst & Young. The results are disclosed by NBA deputy commissioner Mark Tatum in front of team representatives. The winning combination from the lottery machine determines the team awarded the No. 1 pick.

Cooper Flagg: Top Contender for No. 1 Overall Pick

Cooper Flagg is favored to be the first overall pick in this year’s draft, alongside other prospects like Dylan Harper and Ace Bailey.