Big Board 3.0 (Part 2): Ranking the Next Wave of 2025 NBA Draft Prospects (26-50)
A mix of high-upside freshmen and seasoned veterans fighting for draft positioning.
The 2025 NBA Draft class is shaping up to be one of the most unpredictable in recent memory. With so many intriguing prospects, separating potential from production has been a challenge, and I’ve found myself struggling to narrow this list down to 75 names. In reality, there are 85 to 90 players worthy of draft consideration, meaning some undrafted prospects could earn two-way contracts and still carve out NBA roles. Likewise, I fully expect several second-round picks to outperform first-rounders, as some lottery selections will be drafted more for their upside than their immediate impact.
On Friday, I dropped Big Board 3.0: Part 1, breaking down my top 25 prospects. Today, I’m back with Part 2, covering prospects ranked 26 through 50. This section features a blend of high-upside freshmen and productive seniors, some of whom could rise into first-round consideration. Stay tuned for Part 3, where I’ll cover prospects 51 through 75.
So here it is—Big Board 3.0: Prospects 26-50, with all statistics updated as of February 18, 2025. Let’s dive in.
26. Maxime Raynaud
Stanford
Senior
Center
7’1” | 250
Age on draft night: 22.2
Big Board 2.0 Rank: 28
Statistically, Maxime Raynaud is one of the most productive big men in the country—if not the most. On paper, his numbers are impressive, and there’s a lot to like about his game. At 7’1”, he has NBA positional size and a versatile skill set that allows him to impact the game both inside and out. He’s a floor-spacing big, capable of stepping out and hitting threes as a pick-and-pop threat, while also showing flashes of putting the ball on the floor and making plays on the move. Around the basket, he has soft touch and is a willing passer, adding to his offensive appeal.