"Richardson saw his stock rise throughout the 2024-25 college basketball season," Salerno said. He continued to say that Richardson started as a reserve while he was playing at Michigan State and had grown into an outstanding player on the team under coach Tom Izzo. Salerno compliments Richardson on how he's a good mid-range shooter.

Baylor product VJ Edgecombe, who made an impression at the 2024 Olympics, edges out Harper’s Rutgers teammate Ace Bailey on points at No. 3, and the decision seems to hinge on that pair — either Edgecombe or Bailey claims 8 of 10 No. 3 slots and all 10 at No. 4.

Rookie Wire looked at the upcoming draft class following the lottery and where things stand before the early entry withdrawal deadline.