Entering the 2025 draft cycle, most scouts and draft outlets considered Cooper Flagg the clear top prospect. Many scouts (myself included) consider Flagg a special prospect, capable of developing into an NBA superstar.
Some other prospects, notably Dylan Harper, have crept towards the conversation. But I’d argue that Flagg’s start to the season only adds confidence to his superstar projection. Let’s discuss three reasons Flagg is still the clear top prospect in the 2025 NBA Draft and one of the best prospects on the planet.
Flagg’s high usage is promising for on-ball creation potential
Detractors often cite Flagg’s poor efficiency; he’s posting a frigid 50.5% true shooting so far. Context here is critical, as Flagg’s age (he turns 18 on December 21st), height and offensive load all influence this number. He’s harbored an enormous 30.4% usage rate, tied with Dylan Harper for the second-highest of any…
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