SAN FRANCISCO – Cooper Flagg, Dylan Harper and VG Edgecombe flew off the board at the top of the first round of the 2025 NBA Draft on Wednesday.
But there is still plenty of talent available for the Warriors when their No. 41 selection rolls around on Thursday evening.
From a Stanford standout to a high-flying small forward, among others, general manager Mike Dunleavy should have a bevy of candidates to choose from.
Of course, finding a contributor who can help the team led by Steph Curry, Jimmy Butler and Draymond Green contend for a fifth title of the Curry era is something of a long shot.
“I think we have to be realistic about what it is, but sure, we’re going to analyze this thing, look at it, and try and find the best player we can find that’ll be able to contribute to this franchise,” Dunleavy said. “That’s the goal.”
But the Warriors have a track record of picking gems late. Quinten Post was the No. 52 pick last season and became a rotation big as a rookie.
Here’s seven players who could still be available for Golden State:
Maxime Raynaud, PF, Stanford: The 7-1 center was one of the most productive players in the country. He was the only player in the nation to average over 20 points and more than 10 rebounds last season. Versatile offensive player but an iffy defender.
Chaz Lanier, SG, Tennessee: A high-volume 3-point shooter who averaged 18 points per game for the Vols. Has solid size at 6-5 and decent athleticism, which gives hope that he can improve his defense for a Warriors team that needs shooting prowess.
Johni Broome, PF, Auburn: The SEC Player of the Year has great passing chops and plays with energy while being a high-volume rebounder. His shaky shot and below-average athleticism leaves a lot to be desired though.
Sion James, SF, Duke: Built like a tank at 6-5, 220 pounds and is a 40% 3-point shooter. Does not have a great handle or wiggle with the ball, but he if his senior-year improvement as a shooter is not a mirage, then the Blue Devil is the prototype for a 3-and-D wing.
Adou Thiero, PF, Arkansas: One of the best athletes in the draft and would be a swing for the fences by Dunleavy. Despite playing in college for three seasons, Thiero is still very much an unfinished product as a bouncy forward who is still figuring out the finer points of the game.
Rocco Zikarsky, C, Australia: Is 7-3 and 260 pounds, a true titan in a sport full of them. Has a 9-7-inch wingspan and knows how to use it on the offensive glass and as a shot-blocker. Foot speed could be an issue when asked to switch on the perimeter, but size will always be an asset.
Koby Brea, SG, Kentucky: Arguably the best shooter in the country over the past two seasons, shooting 47% from long range on a steady diet of both spot-up and movement threes. His 6-7 size can help mask his below average athleticism and defense on the wing for a team that needs shooting.