These Point Guards are NEXT UP - 2025's Elite PG Prospects
- Joel Piton
- 5 days ago
- 5 min read
It's finally April, which means the NBA Draft is drawing closer with each passing day. With it comes a new crop of players ready to rewrite the league's future—from NCAA standouts like Cooper Flagg and Ace Bailey to elite overseas contenders Nolan Traore and Ben Saraf. With this class comes a new wave of point guards that are taller, flashier, and more versatile—seemingly positionless players the likes of which we've never before seen. Here are some of the rising PG's to look out for this summer. Who knows, one of them might be suiting up for your squad soon.
Dylan Harper (Rutgers)
6'7 — 19.4 PPG — 4.0 APG — 4.6 RPG
Having just turned 19 years old, Dylan Harper looks to make an immediate impact on an NBA team. Harper pledged his allegiance to Rutgers over other big name universities including current 1 seed Duke, Kansas, and Indiana, making him the most sought after prospect in Rutgers' 119 year history. Although Rutgers finished off the season with a negative record, Harper managed to show that he's just as skilled as any guard in the prospect list. At 6'7, Harper uses his size to force his way to the rim over smaller guards, which would explain his 48% field goal percentage. While his three point game is still developing, Harper has an above average mid-range jumper reminiscent of Cade Cunningham, which makes him a capable scoring threat. Fans hope to see him suit up next to Alex Sarr next season on a team that desperately needs help.
V.J. Edgecombe (Baylor)
6'5 — 15.0 PPG — 3.2 APG — 5.6 RPG
Primarily a combo-guard, Edgecombe has consistently proven himself capable of playing at the one spot next to former Duke standout Jeremy Roach. Despite playing on a questionably healed ankle following an injury in the winter, Edgecombe ball handling ability makes him a consistent burst threat. With a vertical leap that has given him comparisons to former number one overall draft picks Andrew Wiggins and Anthony Edwards, Edgecombe isn't a guy many point guards will be able to stay in front of. His catch-and-shoot ability is continuing to develop which makes his ceiling even higher. As things sit, he isn't going past number 5.
Jeremiah Fears (Oklahoma)
6'4 — 17.1 PPG — 4.1 APG — 4.1 RPG
Don't be fooled by the last name—Jeremiah fears no one. Despite being one of the youngest prospects in the 2025 NBA Draft, the Southeastern Conference All-Freshman Team honoree plays with the confidence of a born floor general. His ability to create for his own shot has continued to grow and it's been fun to watch. His shooting splits had dwindled towards the end of the season, but his scoring leaped, posting multiple 25+ point games to close off the regular season. Fears is a driver, doesn't take many shots from the perimeter. He'll need that in his arsenal, and he'll have more time to develop that aspect of his game should he stay at Oklahoma for another year. But, ultimately, he could do as many rookies do and develop his jumper alongside NBA shot coaches. Hoop fans want to see this guy in the league as soon as possible.
Boogie Fland (Arkansas)
6'2 — 13.5 PPG — 5.1 APG — 3.2 RPG
Nothing hurt worse for Arkansas fans then to see Fland's freshman year cut short due to a thumb injury. Despite returning in March, Fland played on a minutes restriction and his season statistics suffered. However, a fully healthy Fland has shown to be a sneaky playmaker with a pass-first mindset. His dicey, athletic dribble pull-ups and floater game has drawn him comparisons to the likes of Trae Young, Robert Dillingham and Tyrese Maxey. With the Razorbacks' season finally coming to an end, it would make sense for Fland to give it one more go. However, I think teams have seen more than enough to believe he'd be an instant contribution to an NBA team. If he manages to bring up his field goal percentages and showcase his interior offense proficiently, there's no telling where this short king will end up.
Kasparas Jakucionis (Illinois)
6'6 — 15.0 PPG — 5.7 APG — 4.7 RPG
This Lithuanian sensation brings both size and versatility to the point guard position. Across his 33 games played, Jakucionis right off of the bat drew Luka Doncic—Shai Gilgeous-Alexander comparisons due to his size, reach, and offensive capabilities. He can play off the ball, he's a capable three point threat when necessary, and his height makes him and automatic positional nightmare for smaller guards. He'll need to buff up his defensive IQ before anyone labels him a pro-level defender, but he has all the tools at his disposable underneath Brad Underwood to become a two-way threat. If he plans on staying at the guard position, we want to see the kid grab some steals. Apart from that, there's no reason to believe he'll slip past the number 15 spot.
Walter Clayton Jr. (Florida)
6'3 — 17.2 PPG — 4.3 APG — 3.8 RPG
Consensus First-Team All American senior Walter Clayton carried a stacked Gators team to the number one seed and continues to dominate in March Madness. At 22 years old, Clayton brings a better developed level of experience to professional leagues, where teams are constantly on the hunt for a "playmaking shot-creator". Clayton draws comparisons to the likes of Jamal Murray, Lonzo Ball and Fred VanVleet. The analytics say give him some time and he'll be shooting over 40% from three, and keeping him in Florida might be a good thing. The Miami Heat could use some firepower, and with Terry Rozier publicly acknowledging that he isn't compatible with Heat Culture, it might be time to bring in a fresh face.
Nolan Traore (Saint-Quentin BB)
6'4 — 10.7 PPG — 4.9 APG — 1.2 RPG
Don't let the numbers fool you, Traore has been playing against grown men since he was fifteen. Brought up at the prestigious INSEP, the same training institution that produced other French greats such as Boris Diaw Tony Parker, Traore participated in the Nike Hoop Summit just a few years later where he impressed scouts with his scoring. However, it seems that now his passing ability is what draws the attention from draft analysts. Traore's shooting splits are questionable, but at just eighteen years old, he has ample time to work on his shot. For now, it's his driving ability that gives him his points, and fans hope to see his floater specialist badge transfer over to the NBA. Once considered a top five overall pick, some Mock Drafts have Traore out of the first round entirely to avoid the "Killian Hayes" affect, but the pre-draft workouts will speak for him—Traore is a budding star.
Tyrese Proctor (Duke)
6'6 — 12.5 PPG — 2.2 APG — 3.1 RPG
Australian junior Tyrese Proctor has always sort of been on the backend of the offense throughout his tenure at Duke. He yields his scoring capabilities in favor of whatever stud is on the roster—Jeremy Roach, Mark Mitchell, Cooper Flagg, the list goes on. However, Proctor's efficiency is as high as ever. Still, his ability to run the offense, make the right reads, and knock down shots when it matters has quietly made him one of the most reliable guards in college basketball. With NBA spacing and a defined role, Proctor could finally unlock a level we’ve only caught glimpses of at Duke. He might not always be the star, but Proctor’s game is tailor-made for the next level.
The future is looking bright for these prospects, and it'll be interesting to see just where they land. There's a host of other point guards in this draft class to keep an eye on—Tahaad Pettiford, Kam Jones, the list goes on. Harper might be the favorite, but has the highest ceiling out of this bunch? Let us know in the comments below!
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Until next time 🎙️
JP
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