NBA teams value experienced college players more now
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The 2025 NBA Draft is expected to feature a shift, with veteran college players gaining more attention than "one-and-done" prospects due to recent college basketball trends. This year's draft class includes players like Walter Clayton Jr. and Johni Broome, who led their teams to success in college. Both are projected to be late first or early second-round picks despite their collegiate achievements. The changing landscape of college basketball, including the transfer portal and NIL deals, has led to more experienced teams, influencing NBA draft evaluations.