During the first round of the 2025 NBA Draft held at Barclays Center in New York, thirty players saw their dreams come to fruition. Notably, the Dallas Mavericks secured Cooper Flagg as the first pick overall. Meanwhile, the San Antonio Spurs selected Dylan Harper with the second pick.

Here are the first ten selections:

1. Dallas Mavericks: Cooper Flagg, Forward, Duke
   Cooper Flagg (R) shakes hands with NBA commissioner Adam Silver (L) after being drafted first overall by the Dallas Mavericks.
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2. San Antonio Spurs: Dylan Harper, Guard, Rutgers
   Harper could become the third consecutive Rookie of the Year for the Spurs, complementing the dynamic play of Victor Wembanyama.
3. Philadelphia 76ers: VJ Edgecombe, Guard, Baylor
   Edgecombe will enhance the defensive strength alongside Tyrese Maxey and Joel Embiid.
4. Charlotte Hornets: Kon Kneuppel, Guard, Duke
   A strategic pick hoping to maximize contributions without requiring heavy touch.
5. Utah Jazz: Airious “Ace” Bailey, Forward, Rutgers
   Bailey has a unique profile, having not participated in any pre-draft workouts, raising some eyebrows.
6. Washington Wizards: Tre Johnson, Guard, Texas
   A prolific shooter who meets the scoring needs of the Wizards.
7. New Orleans Pelicans: Jeremiah Fears, Guard, Oklahoma
   Fears adds depth in a crucial position following recent trades.
8. Brooklyn Nets: Egor Demin, Guard, Brigham Young
   Expected to be a pivotal playmaker in the Nets’ future.
9. Toronto Raptors: Collin Murray-Boyles, Forward, South Carolina
   An adaptable player who brings much-needed defensive skills.
10. Phoenix Suns: Khaman Maluach, Center, Duke
    A top rim protector whose skills are set to enhance the Suns’ lineup.