5 players who make sense as 2025 2nd-round picks for OKC Thunder

Mar 17, 2024; Nashville, TN, USA; Florida Gators forward Alex Condon (21) controls the ball against Auburn Tigers forward Johni Broome (4) in the second half in the SEC Tournament championship game at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-USA TODAY Sports

It's March Madness, which means the entire basketball world shifts its attention to the college ranks. The 68-team tournament will crown a national championship after weeks of action. The national spotlight also allows several college players to show and make a name for themselves to NBA franchises.

The Oklahoma City Thunder head into the 2025 NBA draft with the chance to add at least one lottery selection. It'll depend on how the lottery plays out with the Philadelphia 76ers' top-six protected pick. They also own swap rights with the LA Clippers and Houston Rockets.

In terms of second-round selections though, they only have the Atlanta Hawks' top 31-40 protected second-round pick. That said, buying back into the second round should be easy for the Thunder with their draft capital. Here are

Alex Condon, Florida

Mar 15, 2025; Nashville, TN, USA; Florida Gators forward Alex Condon (21) fakes out Alabama Crimson Tide forward Grant Nelson (4) during the first half at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

2024-25 stats: 11.2 points on 50.2% shooting, 7.9 rebounds, 2.2 assists, 1.4 blocks, 32.7% 3-point shooting on 1.6 attempts

Condon projects as a modern-day center. He has good size for his position at 6-foot-11 and 230 pounds but relies more on skill and feel. He can facilitate a bit out of the post and has polished footwork. He can move well and shows signs of being a possible outside shooter at the next level. After a quiet first year, he's become a quality starter on one of the best teams in Florida.

Johni Broome, Auburn

Auburn forward Johni Broome (4) pulls down a rebound against Tennessee forward Felix Okpara (34)during the first half of their semifinal game of the SEC Men's Basketball Tournament at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tenn., Saturday, March 15, 2025.

2024-25 stats: 18.9 points on 51.3% shooting, 10.6 rebounds, 3.1 assists, 2.3 blocks, 28.9% 3-point shooting on 2.5 attempts

Broome isn't the best athlete and can't shoot but has added muscle over his five-year college career. He's a double-double machine for one of the best teams. He's worked his way up from his first two years at small-school Morehead State to Auburn. Because he's already 22 years old, he'll be an older prospect with little upside. That said, a 6-foot-10, 240-pound bruiser who fights for boards is always a welcomed addition.

Danny Wolf, Michigan

Mar 16, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Michigan Wolverines center Danny Wolf (1) walks on court during the first half against the Wisconsin Badgers during the 2025 Big Ten Championship Game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

2024-25 stats: 13.1 points on 50.3% shooting, 9.8 rebounds, 3.7 assists, 1.3 blocks, 33.7% 3-point shooting on 3.1 attempts

Wolf is one of the more unique players in this year's class. He's a seven-footer who can handle the ball and stretch the floor. He doesn't really utilize his height to hunt mismatches and is more of a perimeter player. After two seasons at Yale, he transferred to Michigan and has put up decent numbers against an upgrade at competition.

Ryan Kalkbrenner, Creighton

Mar 20, 2025; Lexington, KY, USA; Creighton Bluejays center Ryan Kalkbrenner (11) celebrate after making a three pointer during the second half against the Louisville Cardinals in the first round of the NCAA Tournament at Rupp Arena. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-Imagn Images

2024-25 stats: 19.4 points on 65.5% shooting, 8.8 rebounds, 1.5 assists, 2.7 blocks, 33.3% 3-point shooting on 1.7 attempts

In his fifth season, Kalkbrenner has been a high-end starter at Creighton for four years. He's had the same role of being a rim protector who does most of his damage inside of the paint. At 7-foot-1 and 270 pounds, he has great size for his position. The shooting is non-existent but being a 71% free-throw shooter suggests growth. Considering he's already 23 years old, his NBA role will likely need to be similar to have success.

Isaiah Evans, Duke

Mar 3, 2025; Durham, North Carolina, USA; Duke Blue Devils forward Isaiah Evans (3) reacts after hitting a three-point shot during the first half against the Wake Forest Demon Deacons at Cameron Indoor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rob Kinnan-Imagn Images

2024-25 stats: 7.6 points on 44.6% shooting, 1.2 rebounds, 0.6 assists, 43.9% 3-point shooting on 4.5 attempts

Evans has been a great table-setter for a stacked Duke squad. Cooper Flagg and Kon Knueppel are their best players. The majority of possessions will run through them. At 19 years old, an NBA team would bank on Evans being a classic case of a talented prospect who was limited at a blue-blood school because of how ridiculously talented they were. There's definitely room for him to grow and his outside shot alone is worth a selection.

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