2025 NBA draft photoshoot: Thomas Sorber, Brooks Barnhizer suit up for Thunder
The NBA has the recent draft class take photos in their uniform. It's one of the first times they're fully suited up. The Thunder only had two players participate in the 2025 NBA draft. Thomas Sorber was selected with the No. 15 pick and Brooks Barnhizer at No. 44.
While Sorber won't play in the Summer League due to foot surgery, Barnhizer has played better. The two-way player has shown off his defensive talent with plenty of steals.
Let's look at some of the best photos from the Thunder's 2025 NBA draft photoshoot with Sorber and Barnhizer:
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