Now that the 2025 NBA Draft is over, the drama of undrafted free agency has begun. For starters, ESPN quoted sources as saying that Caleb Love of Arizona, one of the best scorers in college basketball, is anticipated to sign a two-way NBA deal with the Portland Trail Blazers. It's anticipated that a few other undrafted agents will make their way onto club rosters. In addition to undrafted free agents Ricky Council IV, Keon Ellis, and Scotty Pippen Jr., Justin Edwards played for the Philadelphia 76ers last year.

Miles Kelly of Auburn has reached a two-way NBA agreement with the Dallas Mavericks, according to ESPN. It has been said that Hunter Dickinson of Kansas has also reached a two-way agreement with the New Orleans Pelicans.

According to ESPN sources, Eli John Ndiaye of Real Madrid signed a two-way deal with the Atlanta Hawks. The Miami Heat have reached an agreement with Vlad Goldin of Michigan for a two-way NBA deal. According to the article, Louisville standout Chucky Hepburn has signed a two-way NBA deal with the Toronto Raptors, and Villanova standout Eric Dixon has agreed to a two-way NBA contract with the Los Angeles Lakers.

Here are some top undrafted rookies after the NBA Draft

Hunter Sallis

Eric Dixon

Ryan Nembhard

Vlad Goldin

RJ Luis Jr.

Dink Pate

Tamar Bates

Brice Williams

Izan Almansa

Mark Sears

Grant Nelson

Chucky Hepburn

Viktor Lakhin

Jax Robinson

Payton Sandfort

Caleb Love

Kobe Johnson

Igor Miličić Jr.

Arthur Kaluma

Kadary Richmond

Curtis Jones

John Poulakidas

Matthew Cleveland

Sean Pedulla

Jalon Moore

Coleman Hawkins

Dylan Cardwell

Jacksen Moni

Caleb Grill

Lamont Butler

Dawson Garcia

Eli John N'Diaye

Wooga Poplar

Cliff Omoruyi

Miles Kelly

Adama-Alpha Bal

Matt Murrell

Norchad Omier

Andrew Carr

RJ Davis

Isaac Nogués

Chance McMillian

The 2025 draft, with only 59 picks due to tampering penalties, left talents like Love and Nembhard undrafted, mirroring trends where players like TJ McConnell and Andrew Nembhard carved out roles via free agency. Teams like the Pacers, Heat, and Thunder have success with undrafted players, offering hope. 

What Is an Undrafted Free Agent?

An undrafted free agent is a player eligible for the NBA Draft but not selected in its two rounds. Unlike drafted players, whose rights are held by the selecting team, UDFAs are free to negotiate and sign with any of the 30 NBA teams immediately after the draft concludes. Recognized as “Non-Draft Rookies” in the NBA’s Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), these players face a challenging path to secure a roster spot, often requiring exceptional performance in tryouts or summer leagues. 

Players who declare for the draft and go unpicked become UDFAs as soon as the draft ends. Teams begin contacting agents immediately, often during the second round, to secure UDFAs. 

UDFAs can choose any team offering a contract, unlike restricted free agents (RFAs) whose original teams have matching rights. This flexibility allows players like Love, who signed with the Portland Trail Blazers, to select organizations that align with their development needs. 

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