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USA Today
25-06-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
NBA draft 2025: Year-by-year No. 1 overall picks; Cooper Flagg expected next
The day has arrived. Welcome to the NBA draft. In just a few hours, the next wave of NBA talent will be welcomed into the association at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York, with NBA commissioner Adam Silver announcing their names — and that includes the highly anticipated moment of the No. 1 overall pick. The No. 1 overall pick for the 2025 NBA Draft is all but a done deal and a selection that doesn't have much uncertainty surrounding it going into the draft, as the Dallas Mavericks are widely expected to take Duke's Cooper Flagg with the top overall pick. REQUIRED READING: Which Duke players had the best NBA careers? Ranking Cooper Flagg's competition At 18 years old, Flagg will be the second youngest player taken with the No. 1 overall pick in the draft's history, only behind four-time NBA champion LeBron James. Should Flagg be taken by the Mavericks, Flagg not only will be able to start his NBA career with a true contender for the Larry O'Brien Trophy, but will add his name to the legacy and history of former Blue Devils that have been taken with the pick. So with the 2025 NBA Draft set to get underway on June 25 at 8 p.m. ET at the Barclays Center, what exclusive group of past NBA talent is Flagg expected to join as the presumed No. 1 overall pick? Here's a full look at the history of the No. 1 overall pick in the NBA draft, including a year-by-year list of the top overall pick and which Division I colleges have the most No. 1 overall picks: Who is expected to be the No. 1 overall pick in 2025 NBA Draft? The expected No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft is Duke's Cooper Flagg, who won the Naismith, Wooden and Associated Press National Player of the Year awards this past season as a true freshman. Here's more on Flagg going No. 1 overall to the Mavericks from USA TODAY's latest NBA mock draft: The do-it-all young star led the Blue Devils in scoring, rebounding, assists and steals. Flagg has outstanding footwork, especially in the low post. He can use either hand on shots in the paint, knows how to run plays, can hit catch-and-shoot 3s and is an active weakside defender. Flagg, who added more muscle since the start of the year, is a physical player who initiates contact, is confident and plays with force when necessary. REQUIRED READING: 2025 NBA mock draft: Final projection for every team's pick in first round Most NBA draft No. 1 overall picks by a single college Previously noted by the Fayetteville Observer, part of the USA TODAY Network, and ESPN, Duke holds the record among all Division I basketball programs with the most No. 1 overall picks at five. Here's a breakdown of which Division I basketball programs have the most No. 1 overall picks: NBA draft No. 1 pick history Here's a full list of No. 1 overall picks in the NBA draft dating back to 1947: Click here to look at the full list of No. 1 overall NBA draft picks dating back to 1947. The USA TODAY app gets you to the heart of the news — fast. Download for award-winning coverage, crosswords, audio storytelling, the eNewspaper and more.
Yahoo
25-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
2025 NBA Draft: ChatGPT predicts the first 14 picks
Artificial intelligence, as it turns out, is not quite intelligent enough to put together a full 2025 NBA mock draft. It is, however, good enough to predict the lottery picks – the first 14 selections – in this year's draft and provide some short analysis for each one. Advertisement USA TODAY Sports used ChatGPT to put together a full, first-round mock draft for the 2025 NBA Draft. The first 10 picks went smoothly, but after that, it couldn't help but try to re-draft players who are already in the league despite multiple attempts to correct it. Or, when it wasn't doing that, the AI chatbot was selecting players that did not declare for this year's draft. Only after many more tries was a writer able to coax out the final four lottery picks from the AI. Nevertheless, we persisted to cobble together a mock draft comprised of all top-14 picks this year. Here's what ChatGPT thinks could happen with the lottery selections in the 2025 NBA Draft: NBA MOCK DRAFT: Final projection for every team's pick in first round NBA draft 2025: ChatGPT predicts every first round pick 1. Dallas Mavericks: Cooper Flagg, F, Duke ChatGPT wrote: "Unanimous top pick; versatile two-way star, Wooden winner." 2. San Antonio Spurs: Dylan Harper, G, Rutgers It wrote: "Elite driver and scorer, shooting remains a question; consensus No. 2." 3. Philadelphia 76ers: V.J. Edgecombe, G/F, Baylor It wrote: "Athletic playmaker and defensive force; top fit for Philly" 4. Charlotte Hornets: Kon Knueppel, W, Duke It wrote: "Sharpshooting wing with high floor; alternative to Edgecombe." 5. Utah Jazz: Khaman Maluach, C, Duke It wrote: "Center with massive upside: elite rim protection, shooting upside." 6. Washington Wizards: Ace Bailey, G/W, Rutgers The AI chatbot wrote: "Scoring wing; draft stock wobbles due to skipped workouts, but talent keeps him high." 7. New Orleans Pelicans: Tre Johnson, G/W, Texas ChatGPT wrote: "Dynamic scorer and facilitator; fits well with New Orleans' team structure." 8. Brooklyn Nets: Jeremiah Fears, G, Oklahoma It wrote: "High school track record and elite ball‐handling; playmaking upside." 9. Toronto Raptors: Thomas Sorber, F/C, Georgetown It wrote: "Freshman All‑Big East big; floor-spacing and shot-blocking ability." 10. Houston Rockets: Collin Murray-Boyles, G/W, South Carolina It wrote: "3‑and‑D wing and late first-round sleeper." Advertisement Perhaps ChatGPT does not realize that the 10th overall pick is not necessarily "late" in the first round. Nevertheless, the mock draft continues. 11. Portland Trailblazers: Derik Queen, C, Maryland The chatbot wrote: "Skilled big, draft stock ~11." 12. Chicago Bulls: Noa Essengue, F, Ratiopharm Ulm (Germany) It wrote: "Athletic forward with upside." 13. Atlanta Hawks: Nolan Traoré, G, Saint-Quentin (France) It wrote: "Pro guard, Euro floor-general." 14. San Antonio Spurs: Asa Newell, F, Georgia ChatGPT wrote: "6'11" versatile forward." 2025 NBA DRAFT: Golden era of second-generation players is here When is the 2025 NBA Draft? Date: June 25-26 Time: 8 p.m. ET Location: Barclays Center, Brooklyn, New York How to watch: ESPN, ABC (first round only) Advertisement The 2025 NBA Draft begins with its first round on Wednesday night at 8 p.m. ET. And for the 12th time in the last 13 years, the Barclays Center will host the event – 2020 being the lone exception due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The second round will begin the following day, Thursday, also at 8 p.m. ET. The biggest stories, every morning. Stay up-to-date on all the key sports developments by subscribing to USA TODAY Sports' newsletter. This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: NBA AI mock draft: ChatGPT predicts the outcome of 2025 draft
USA Today
25-06-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
2025 NBA Draft: ChatGPT predicts the first 14 picks
Artificial intelligence, as it turns out, is not quite intelligent enough to put together a full 2025 NBA mock draft. It is, however, good enough to predict the lottery picks – the first 14 selections – in this year's draft and provide some short analysis for each one. USA TODAY Sports used ChatGPT to put together a full, first-round mock draft for the 2025 NBA Draft. The first 10 picks went smoothly, but after that, it couldn't help but try to re-draft players who are already in the league despite multiple attempts to correct it. Or, when it wasn't doing that, the AI chatbot was selecting players that did not declare for this year's draft. Only after many more tries was a writer able to coax out the final four lottery picks from the AI. Nevertheless, we persisted to cobble together a mock draft comprised of all top-14 picks this year. Here's what ChatGPT thinks could happen with the lottery selections in the 2025 NBA Draft: NBA MOCK DRAFT: Final projection for every team's pick in first round NBA draft 2025: ChatGPT predicts every first round pick ChatGPT wrote: "Unanimous top pick; versatile two-way star, Wooden winner." It wrote: "Elite driver and scorer, shooting remains a question; consensus No. 2." It wrote: "Athletic playmaker and defensive force; top fit for Philly" It wrote: "Sharpshooting wing with high floor; alternative to Edgecombe." It wrote: "Center with massive upside: elite rim protection, shooting upside." The AI chatbot wrote: "Scoring wing; draft stock wobbles due to skipped workouts, but talent keeps him high." ChatGPT wrote: "Dynamic scorer and facilitator; fits well with New Orleans' team structure." It wrote: "High school track record and elite ball‐handling; playmaking upside." It wrote: "Freshman All‑Big East big; floor-spacing and shot-blocking ability." It wrote: "3‑and‑D wing and late first-round sleeper." Perhaps ChatGPT does not realize that the 10th overall pick is not necessarily "late" in the first round. Nevertheless, the mock draft continues. The chatbot wrote: "Skilled big, draft stock ~11." It wrote: "Athletic forward with upside." It wrote: "Pro guard, Euro floor-general." ChatGPT wrote: "6'11" versatile forward." 2025 NBA DRAFT: Golden era of second-generation players is here When is the 2025 NBA Draft? The 2025 NBA Draft begins with its first round on Wednesday night at 8 p.m. ET. And for the 12th time in the last 13 years, the Barclays Center will host the event – 2020 being the lone exception due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The second round will begin the following day, Thursday, also at 8 p.m. ET. The biggest stories, every morning. Stay up-to-date on all the key sports developments by subscribing to USA TODAY Sports' newsletter.
Hans India
05-06-2025
- Business
- Hans India
Royaloak Furniture: A Flagbearer of Hyderabad's Retail Employment Growth
Hyderabad, a city long known for its vibrant tech ecosystem and rich history, has also been witnessing a parallel boom in organized retail. Among the many contributors to this transformation is Royaloak Furniture, India's number 1 furniture brand, which has steadily expanded its footprint in the city over the past few years. With over 20 stores now operating across Hyderabad, the company's growth is quietly influencing more than just the city's shopping habits - it has become a noticeable contributor to local employment. In an era where automation and online retail are reshaping the job market, the in-store retail sector remains a critical employment generator for local individuals. Royaloak's expanding network in Hyderabad has opened up opportunities across various roles ranging from store managers and sales professionals, technicians to last-mile delivery teams. As of 2025, the brand operates numerous stores across various localities, including Attapur, Kukatpally, Banjara Hills, Neredmet, Vanasthalipuram, Karmanghat, Bodupal, Ahmedguda, ASR Nagar, RC Puram, Kompally, Suncity, Siddipet, Alwal, Nagaram, Suraram, Manikonda, Malakpet, Rampally, and Nacharam. Currently, Royaloak is supporting approximating 200 families by providing employment and aiming to create vast opportunities. Each Royaloak store in Hyderabad offers a diverse range of furniture sourced from various countries, offering international furniture collection in its American, Italian, Malaysian and Wooden furniture stores. Customers can explore over 150 types of sofas, 100 types of beds, and 100 types of dining sets, along with other home and office furniture. Prices are competitive, with sofas starting at ₹22,000, beds from ₹, 14,900 and dining tables from ₹15,900. Additionally, the stores provide discounts and free installment as well as delivery options to enhance affordability. Royaloak's strategic store placements in high-growth residential and commercial areas have attracted a diverse customer base, ranging from young professionals and families to interior designers and real estate developers. The brand's emphasis on offering international-quality furniture at accessible prices has resonated well with Hyderabad's urban consumers. Overall, the brand has been fulfilling the lifestyle requirements of its expansive customer base, exceeding 10 million individuals across the country. Royaloak has a presence across PAN India, including all the metro cities and the distinctive tier 2 and tier 3 cities of India. This has transformed Royaloak into a furniture brand, spanning from Kashmir to Kanyakumari and Gujarat to Nagaland.
Yahoo
24-05-2025
- Yahoo
Galveston teen accused of threatening to shoot KHS appears in court
Aria Wooden, an 18-year-old from rural Galveston accused of threatening a Howard County high school, appeared in Cass County Circuit Court on Thursday for an initial hearing. Wooden was arrested Tuesday for felony charges of intimidation and threatening to commit terrorism and threatening to commit a forcible felony. Teary-eyed, she was read her rights, was appointed a public defender and had her trial set for Nov. 17. Wooden's charges stem from a photo she allegedly posted to her private Snapchat story with the caption 'ok so im shooting the school up, with you first b----.' The Federal Bureau of Investigation received a tip about the post and was able to obtain the Galveston address it was posted from via Snapchat's geolocation information. FBI Special Agent Nathan Strange then reached out to the Cass County Sheriff's Office to let them know about the threat, according to court documents. After being notified about the threat, members of the Sheriff's Office stopped by Wooden's home. According to court documents, they were greeted by Amanda and Anthony Smith, Wooden's parents, who explained their daughter had been expelled from school. According to court documents, Wooden's younger brother told officers she had been arguing with her ex-boyfriend, a Kokomo High School student , earlier in the day. Amanda confirmed the Snapchat photo was of Wooden and that the photo had been taken in their bathroom, according to court documents. She said Wooden had left the house about half an hour earlier, tough, and was headed toward Lafayette. Amanda tried calling and texting Wooden, but the teenager's phone wasn't active and could only be used with Wi-Fi. Anthony told officers that Wooden didn't have any access to firearms. He explained he owned firearms, but verified they were still in the home. Shortly after 9 p.m., Amanda told officers Wooden was headed back to Galveston. The officers met her there, according to court documents, and she explained the threats 'were not meant to harm anybody in any way' and that she had posted it out of anger 'from a situation that happened.' According to court documents, Wooden also told the officers her ex-boyfriend hadn't seen the post and that she deleted it. Afterward, according to the court documents, she was taken into custody and brought to Cass County Jail, where she consented for officers to search her iPhone. The Kokomo Police Department and the Lafayette police Department assisted with the investigation. The Sheriff's Office stated anyone with additional information is asked to contact them at 574-753-7800.
