when is the 2025 nba draft

The 2025 NBA Draft took place on June 25-26, 2025 , with Round 1 on Wednesday, June 25 at 8 p.m. ET, and Round 2 on Thursday, June 26 at 8 p.m. ET.

Key Dates

Held at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York, this marked the second year of the two-night format following 2024's change.

• First round broadcast on ABC and ESPN.
• Second round on ESPN.

Trending Buzz

Fans were hyped for top prospects like Cooper Flagg (projected No. 1 to Dallas Mavericks) and debates over picks like Ace Bailey.

Reddit threads lit up with reactions, from lottery wins to trade surprises—e.g., Trail Blazers fans griping over a backup center selection.

Viewing Recap

If you missed it, highlights and full replays are on NBA.com, ESPN, and YouTube—over 59 picks shaped rosters post-Finals (ending June 22).

"The 2025 NBA draft will take place on Wednesday, June 25, and Thursday, June 26."

TL;DR: Already happened last June in Brooklyn—catch the highlights for Flagg's big moment and draft drama.

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