The NBA Finals are heading to a decisive Game 6, but savvy dynasty managers are locked in on preparation for next Wednesday’s draft.
After diving into some dynasty sleepers and busts already in the NBA over the past two weeks, today we're diving into our Top 6 Underrated Dynasty Prospects in the NBA Draft who could provide terrific value despite their quieter buzz. (Statistics as of June 17, 2025)
1. Kam Jones
(PG/SG, Marquette Golden Eagles)
2024-25 stats: 19.2 PPG, 4.5 RPG
5.9 APG, 1.4 SPG, 0.3 BPG
48.3 FG%, 31.1 3P%, 64.8 FT%
Consensus projection: Late first round to early second round
While he did suffer a concerning dip in three-point and free-throw efficiency his senior season, Kam Jones is a proven collegiate scorer, having led Marquette in PPG each of the past three seasons. With point guard Tyler Kolek’s departure to the NBA in 2024, Jones also stepped up his playmaking tremendously in his final year with the Golden Eagles, bumping his APG from 2.4 to 5.9, the 21st-highest clip nationwide.
Jones was undoubtedly one of the most productive players in college basketball in 2024, finishing top-10 in PRPG!, an advanced offensive contribution metric, but remains a projected late-first to early-second-round draft pick in most mocks. Sites like Sports Illustrated and NBADraft.net have even pushed him to the mid-second round, likely due to concerns surrounding his age (23) and limited ceiling.
If anything, Jones has all the makings of a safe pick for a reliable ball-handler near the end of round one. Wherever he ends up, Jones is likely to contribute from the outset, having repeatedly demonstrated the skill set, versatility, and adaptability required of a reserve, offensive-minded guard.
2. Micah Peavy
(SG/SF, Georgetown Hoyas)
2024-25 stats: 17.2 PPG, 5.8 RPG
3.6 APG, 2.3 SPG, 0.5 BPG
48.1 FG%, 40.0 3P%, 65.9 FT%
Consensus projection: Mid-second round
As a 6’7.5 two-way wing with guard skills, Micah Peavy is a prototypical NBA prospect in many ways. The problem: he’ll be 24 years old in July and his breakout didn’t come until year five.
Before transferring to Georgetown, Peavy spent four seasons in the Big 12 with Texas Tech and TCU, averaging just 7.5 PPG, 1.6 APG, and 0.9 SPG. In his final year, those numbers shot up to 17.2 PPG, 3.6 APG, and a Big East-leading 2.3 SPG. Peavy also made 52 threes last season on 40.0% after shooting just 26.7% from range prior to that.
Peavy’s age and lack of prior success certainly dampen his overall prospect profile, but like Jones, he has a great chance to contribute off the bat. Peavy was one of the best offensive and defensive players in a competitive conference, carrying the Hoyas for long stretches with Thomas Sorber injured.
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Sites like The Athletic have Peavy going late in the second round, but in the right situation, Peavy can demonstrate first-round value early in his professional career.
3. Rasheer Fleming
(PF, Saint Joseph’s Hawks)
2024-25 stats: 14.7 PPG, 8.5 RPG
1.3 APG, 1.4 SPG, 1.5 BPG
53.1 FG%, 39.0 3P%, 74.3 FT%
Consensus projection: Mid to late first round
We lauded Rasheer Fleming’s dynasty value back in February, and the versatile 6’9.5 forward continues to climb big boards ahead of next week’s draft. Fleming’s scoring efficiency climbed steadily over his three collegiate seasons, reaching 39.0% from deep and 64.6% from two as a junior.
At the same time, Fleming checks all the boxes defensively. At 240 pounds with a 7’5 wingspan and some bounce, Fleming has the frame and athleticism to potentially guard 3 through 5 and averaged an eye-catching 2.9 stocks per game last season.
As a junior prospect playing weaker competition, some scouts have questioned his ability to translate all these skills at the next level with Yahoo placing him as low as 30 in an April mock draft. These are undeniably valid critiques, on top of Fleming’s complete lack of individual shot creation.
However, Fleming has not even turned 21 yet and has all the tools to succeed as a dynamic off-ball forward in the NBA. Allowing this level of production and potential to slip past the first round of dynasty drafts would be a mistake.
4. Ryan Kalkbrenner
(C, Creighton Bluejays)
2024-25 stats: 19.2 PPG, 8.7 RPG
1.5 APG, 0.5 SPG, 2.7 BPG
65.3 FG%, 34.4 3P%, 68.1 FT%
Consensus projection: Late first to early second round
Ryan Kalkbrenner had an outstanding career at Creighton, anchoring the Bluejays on both ends of the floor, finishing with the highest field goal percentage and as Defensive Player of the Year in the Big East each of the past four seasons. Standing 7’2 with a 7’6 wingspan, Kalkbrenner also gradually added a three-point dimension to his game as his collegiate career progressed, converting 21 3FG at 34.4% this season.
Kalkbrenner is another older prospect at 23 years old, which may limit his potential, but with his frame and proven defensive acumen, he can easily put up big block numbers in his rookie season.
A projected early second-round selection, Kalkbrenner combines a proven ability to excel as a traditional center with the potential to expand his offensive game beyond the arc, making him an ideal low-risk, high-reward dynasty pick.
5. Will Riley
(SG/SF, Illinois Fighting Illini)
2024-25 stats: 12.6 PPG, 4.1 RPG
2.2 APG, 0.3 SPG, 0.3 BPG
43.2 FG%, 32.6 3P%, 72.4 FT%
Consensus projection: Late first round
Will Riley came off the bench for most of his freshman season at Illinois but showed flashes of greatness as an all-around scorer, particularly down the stretch. Facing primarily NCAA Tournament-caliber competition, Riley averaged 18.6 PPG and shot 55.4 FG% over a five-game stretch to close the season, before a disastrous performance in his final game, a second-round clash versus Kentucky.
At 6’9.5, Riley is a lean dynamic driver with outside touch and playmaking upside despite a low assist rate over the course of the season. His deficiencies are primarily on the defensive side, where he totaled just 19 stocks the entire year, and serious questions concerning his ability to compete both physically and fundamentally hold him back from a lottery projection.
Suppose Riley can improve his defensive play just enough to earn significant playtime at the next level. In that case, his offensive upside is among the highest in this class and certainly worthy of a higher mock draft ranking than 39th, where The Athletic has him.
6. Hansen Yang
(C, Qingdao Eagles)
2024-25 stats: 16.2 PPG, 10.0 RPG
2.8 APG, 0.9 SPG, 2.7 BPG
59.5 FG%, 28.6 3P%, 67.7 FT%
Consensus projection: Early second round
Hansen Yang was a standout performer during last month’s draft combine, during which he assuaged scouts’ most pressing concern: his ability to hang with NBA-level bigs. Yang exhibited that and then some, showing off a smooth interior game and unique skills as a passer that land him among our Top 6 Underrated Dynasty Prospects in the NBA Draft.
It remains to be seen whether Yang can handle the athletic adjustment to the NBA, particularly defensively, but the early signs have been good. It’s also worth mentioning that he did easily lead the CBA in BPG ahead of eight-year NBA veteran Damian Jones.
The offensive end is what has scouts truly excited, with comparisons even being drawn to Marc Gasol for his potential to be the central nucleus of an offensive system. Yang may take some time to adapt but could be a strategic stash in the later rounds of dynasty drafts.