Cooper Flagg Declares for 2025 NBA Draft, Expected Top Pick

Cooper Flagg, after a standout freshman season at Duke where he averaged 19.2 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 4.2 assists per game, has officially declared for the 2025 NBA Draft and is widely projected to be the No. 1 overall pick. Flagg's impact at Duke was significant, earning him major accolades including National Player of the Year and making him only the fourth freshman to win the John Wooden Award. His decision to forgo another college season comes despite substantial NIL earnings, as he now eyes a potentially record-breaking rookie contract, estimated at $62.7 million over four years. The NBA Draft lottery will reveal which team secures the top pick, with franchises like the Utah Jazz, Washington Wizards, Charlotte Hornets, and New Orleans Pelicans among the frontrunners. Flagg's combination of elite skill, versatility, and maturity has scouts labeling him a generational talent. As he transitions to the NBA, expectations are high for him to make an immediate and historic impact.