Orlando Magic 2025 NBA Mock Draft Roundup 1.0
Leading up to the 2025 NBA Draft, our Orlando Magic Mock Draft Roundup will highlight recent picks for the Orlando Magic from several prominent sites and draft analysts.
The following are picks in recent mock drafts for the Magic:
23. Jase Richardson, Michigan State
Jase Richardson is averaging just 9.7 points and 2.6 rebounds with 2.0 assists per game. But his effective field goal percentage combined at the rim and on 3-pointers ranks in the 99th percentile among all NCAA players. Although he has not yet appeared in the starting lineup, the advanced metrics love Richardson. He ranks 98th percentile in both RAPM and 99th percentile in Win Shares per 40 Minutes, via CBB Analytics.
24. Nique Clifford, Colorado State
Colorado State senior Nique Clifford is the oldest player we have projected in the first round. But he is an upperclassman that should turn some heads based on his output this year. He is averaging 16.6 points. 9.7 rebounds, and 3.6 assists per game during his final collegiate campaign. Clifford is also one of the leaders in Wins Above Replacement Player (WARP) and Defensive Win Shares (DWS) this season, via CBB Analytics.
22. Collin Murray-Boyles, South Carolina
There will be questions about how his game fits with his lack of floor spacing, but Murray-Boyles is a long, strong and rugged forward, or maybe even small-ball five, who could thrive in a more supporting role.
24. Drake Powell, North Carolina
If Orlando doesn't think Jett Howard is the long-term 3-and-D wing they hoped for, Powell could offer them a prospect from that archetype, albeit one who won't be ready to make an impact just yet.
Bleacher Report — Jonathan Wasserman
22. Nique Clifford, Colorado State
Nique Clifford has taken on a No. 1 option role at Colorado State, which has allowed him to experiment more on the ball and showcase some untapped creativity. His in-between scoring and off-the-dribble shooting have been newer additions to Clifford's offensive repertoire this year.
He's still auditioning for more of an NBA Swiss Army knife role that values his mix of passing, rebounding, improving shotmaking and defensive versatility.
He's still auditioning for more of an NBA Swiss Army knife role that values his mix of passing, rebounding, improving shotmaking and defensive versatility.
24. Alex Toohey, Sydney (Australia)
Alex Toohey is averaging 12.1 points in the NBL, generating most of his offense from off the ball. His shooting needs to become more reliable, but the eye test detects a comfortable perimeter shotmaker, and he's otherwise having plenty of success using size, strength and body control in transition and on drives and paint finishes.
22. Boogie Fland, Arkansas
Fland is one of those players whom scouts seem to agree upon as being good but don't have much consensus on where he should be taken. Undoubtedly, that's because of his size. Fland is listed at 6-2, but teams are highly skeptical that he'll actually come in at that height at the NBA Draft Combine. He has a strong, powerful frame that helps make up for that lack of height. But position-locked smaller guards tend to be quite polarizing, and Fland hasn't finished well around the rim this season. He's not overly vertical and doesn't have a ton of explosiveness. But he can really shoot the ball, and he has consistently made terrific decisions. He's averaging 15.6 points and 5.9 assists versus only 1.8 turnovers. NBA teams are very interested to see him in conference play to see if the scoring efficiency can stay at a solid level, as Fland has a 47.4 true shooting percentage against what KenPom classifies as Tier A or B opponents. These upcoming games will be a big separator for Fland.
23. Hugo Gonzalez, Real Madrid (Spain)
Gonzalez is at least starting to play a bit here and there for a loaded Real Madrid team. When he gets on the court for some extended run, he tends to play quite well. He had 14 points recently in a game against Rio Breogan and played pretty well in a EuroLeague game against Monaco. Teams would love to see him get out there more often after a long, impressive junior career in which he won the Next Generation Tournament MVP last year and averaged 21 points, seven rebounds, three assists, three steals and two blocks for Spain in the Under-18 European championships last summer.
Gonzalez needs to shoot it better from distance, but he's a highly intelligent player who consistently seems to be in the right spots on defense and plays with a real edge. His motor never stops running. He's also a good passer for a wing and has a good understanding of space and movement with his off-ball play. His range is a bit wide right now, but most NBA teams still see him as a clear first-rounder. But I can't emphasize enough that they'd like to see him play a bit more consistently between now and the draft.
Gonzalez needs to shoot it better from distance, but he's a highly intelligent player who consistently seems to be in the right spots on defense and plays with a real edge. His motor never stops running. He's also a good passer for a wing and has a good understanding of space and movement with his off-ball play. His range is a bit wide right now, but most NBA teams still see him as a clear first-rounder. But I can't emphasize enough that they'd like to see him play a bit more consistently between now and the draft.
23. Adou Thiero, Arkansas
The Magic have seen their depth tested this season after a series of injuries and could add another versatile forward to develop alongside their promising young core. Thiero is having a breakout season at Arkansas with highlight-reel plays on both ends of the floor, thanks to his explosive athletic profile.
He is difficult to contain in the open court, attacking in a straight line with his powerful first step and ability to absorb contact. But he has room to grow as a ball handler and perimeter shooter. He is more of a mixed bag defensively than one might expect because of his developing awareness and feel for the game.
Arkansas will need him to find another gear with his intensity and consistency in SEC play. How much improvement he makes as a shooter will be a key question for possibly the Magic and any other NBA teams. -- Givony
He is difficult to contain in the open court, attacking in a straight line with his powerful first step and ability to absorb contact. But he has room to grow as a ball handler and perimeter shooter. He is more of a mixed bag defensively than one might expect because of his developing awareness and feel for the game.
Arkansas will need him to find another gear with his intensity and consistency in SEC play. How much improvement he makes as a shooter will be a key question for possibly the Magic and any other NBA teams. -- Givony
24. Ian Jackson, North Carolina
Orlando's second first-round pick, by way of Denver, could be an opportunity to add backcourt depth. Jackson has hit his stride over the past couple of weeks, scoring 20-plus points in four of his previous five games and showcasing his competitiveness and instincts by creating for himself. He has been fairly efficient in the process, establishing himself as a prospect for NBA teams to track over the next couple of months.
His game also has considerable holes -- he can get too isolation-heavy at times, he's a limited playmaker (5.6% assist rate) and he's made minimal impact defensively. Coupled with his below-average size at 6-4 and narrow frame for a 2-guard, Jackson will need time to evolve into more than just a scorer to carve out a meaningful niche in the NBA. But he has helped himself with his recent performances, and continuing to showcase his strengths will bolster his case in this range of the draft. -- Woo
His game also has considerable holes -- he can get too isolation-heavy at times, he's a limited playmaker (5.6% assist rate) and he's made minimal impact defensively. Coupled with his below-average size at 6-4 and narrow frame for a 2-guard, Jackson will need time to evolve into more than just a scorer to carve out a meaningful niche in the NBA. But he has helped himself with his recent performances, and continuing to showcase his strengths will bolster his case in this range of the draft. -- Woo