The Golden State Warriors are heading into the 2025 NBA Draft armed with a single second-round pick — No. 41 overall — and a roster at a crossroads. With veterans aging and the title window closing (or possibly closed), the pressure’s on for Mike Dunleavy Jr. and Co. to find value late, maneuver into better position, or strike a trade that shifts the future.
Here’s a roundup of the latest rumors, predictions, and possibilities as the draft approaches:
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1. Mavs: Cooper Flagg SF, Duke
6. Wizards: Ace Bailey SF, Rutgers
17. Timberwolves: Derik Queen C, Maryland
20. Heat: Walter Clayton Jr. PG/SG, Florida
28. Celtics: Ben Saraf PG, Ratiopharm Ulm
41. Warriors: Koby Brea SF, Kentucky
Full 2-Round… pic.twitter.com/LSWCcY7w70— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) June 25, 2025
With the Warriors likely to prioritize older, experienced 2025 NBA Draft prospects, @DaltonJ_Johnson identifies five potential fits for Golden State at pick No. 41https://t.co/8bT0kCOxlR
— Warriors on NBCS (@NBCSWarriors) June 25, 2025
Do the Warriors want a high-upside prospect who might not be ready for the rotation? Or do they zero in on a “plug-and-play” guy who can contribute immediately on a cost-controlled contract?
Don’t be surprised if Golden State goes international here, a move they’ve leaned on in past drafts to stash talent or avoid luxury tax hits.
Unless a perfect trade materializes, the most likely scenario is this: the Warriors stay at 41 and take an older, high-IQ player ready to contribute in short stints. Look for someone who can guard multiple positions, stretch the floor a bit, and understand a complex offensive system... basically, a mini-Andre Iguodala prototype.
According to FanDuel’s NBA Draft odds, there’s still movement around players projected to go in Golden State’s range. FanDuel continues to update these lines as intel leaks throughout draft day, so keep an eye out for sharp movement. It’s often the best way to sniff out a real rumor from a smoke screen.
