The Oklahoma City Thunder have been active in recent years when it comes to building through the draft, and they may have another hidden gem lined up in 2025.
According to a new NBA Mock Draft from USA TODAY Sports, Oklahoma City is projected to select Michigan forward-center Danny Wolf with the No. 15 pick. Wolf, who averaged 13.2 points, 9.7 rebounds, 3.6 assists, and 1.4 blocks per game, is reportedly “shooting up draft boards” ahead of June’s selection.
Why Is Danny Wolf Rising So Fast?
USA TODAY called Wolf “a 7-foot stretch big” with “fluid scoring and play-making” ability who could thrive as a pick-and-roll initiator and floor-spacer at the next level.
“Wolf played point guard at times this season for the Wolverines just like he played center. His handles make him a threat as the initiator in pick-and-roll actions and his range should translate to the NBA.”
A 6’10½”, 252-pound big with guard-like handles, Wolf turned heads with his rare versatility during Michigan’s run to the Sweet 16 in 2025. The Yale transfer flashed legitimate point-forward traits, showing off his vision, touch, and confidence on the perimeter. He dropped 21 points and grabbed 14 boards against Maryland in the Big Ten Tournament semis and followed it up with 20 points in a close loss to Auburn during March Madness.
Wolf’s intriguing skill set carried over into the NBA Draft Combine, where his performance was a mixed bag. He showcased some promising agility; his 2.91-second shuttle run ranked inside the top 20 across all positions, narrowly beating projected No. 1 pick Cooper Flagg. But some of his other measurables raised questions.
His three-quartercourt sprint time (3.51 seconds) and max vertical leap (30 inches) were among the lowest of all prospects tested. Still, scouts appear willing to overlook the lack of explosiveness thanks to his height, basketball IQ, and feel for the game.
What Would He Bring to the Thunder?
Oklahoma City already boasts one of the league’s most exciting young cores, and adding Wolf would give them a stretch big with real playmaking upside. He’s not just tall, he’s skilled. Wolf’s 7’2.25” wingspan and 9’1” standing reach ranked near the top of all forwards at the combine, and he displayed comfort switching on the perimeter in Dusty May’s system.
The Thunder have never shied away from unconventional talent, and Wolf fits their mold perfectly. Mock drafts don’t win championships, but Oklahoma City landing one of the most unique bigs in the class with the No. 15 pick could be one of the sneakier wins of the entire 2025 NBA Draft.