Baylor product VJ Edgecombe, who made an impression at the 2024 Olympics, edges out Harper’s Rutgers teammate Ace Bailey on points at No. 3, and the decision seems to hinge on that pair — either Edgecombe or Bailey claims 8 of 10 No. 3 slots and all 10 at No. 4.

The Dallas Mavericks won the NBA Lottery Draft, so they'll pick first and that really saves the franchise. After trading Luka Dončić before the trade deadline really took a bite out of the team's future. This first overall pick could be the perfect tonic to that questionable deal.

There's likely no surprise at the top, but as we get deeper into the lottery, teams will have some choices to make.