"For a second consecutive year, it will come as little surprise that San Antonio Spurs phenom Victor Wembanyama is leading the way on a list that examines the best young talents in the league. Behind Wemby, things get awfully interesting. Where will stars such as Anthony Edwards, Cade Cunningham and Paolo Banchero land? What about this year's star-studded rookie class, from former Duke teammates Cooper Flagg and Kon Knueppel to Dylan Harper and VJ Edgecombe? And who could join them on this list?"
"Thompson is the quarterback of a Pistons defense that ranks fourth in both efficiency and in total points off turnovers. Since the start of the 2024-25 season, Thompson has held opponents to 40% as the contesting defender. That ranks fourth best among 291 players to contest at least 400 shots, per GeniusIQ tracking."
Victor Wembanyama is identified as the premier young NBA talent, with Anthony Edwards, Cade Cunningham and Paolo Banchero also among the most promising under-25 players. The 2025 rookie class — including Cooper Flagg, Kon Knueppel, Dylan Harper and VJ Edgecombe — adds depth and intrigue to the youth movement. A top-25 ranking of players under 25 based on long-term potential highlights clear developmental trajectories. Sheppard, drafted No. 3, moved into a larger role after roster changes and injuries and became a high-volume 3-point shooter alongside Alperen Sengun, Kevin Durant and Amen Thompson. Thompson anchors a Pistons defense that ranks fourth in efficiency and points off turnovers. Giddey boosted scoring, increased free-throw attempts and shot 39% from three, forcing defenses to adjust.
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