On Monday night, 14 NBA teams will learn their draft lottery fate and whether they’ll secure the coveted No. 1 pick. While every team technically has a shot, only a few have realistic chances based on the odds.
Unlike last year’s underwhelming draft class, the 2025 NBA Draft features several top-tier prospects—none more exciting than Cooper Flagg. Widely regarded as the consensus No. 1 pick for over a year, Flagg’s combination of size, versatility, and two-way potential has NBA teams eager to build around him.
At 6-foot-9, Flagg is considered a future franchise player capable of impacting the game on both ends. With just hours left before the lottery begins, here’s a look at the five teams best positioned to win the top pick and draft the Duke standout.
Top 5 Teams with the Best NBA Draft Lottery Odds
5) Philadelphia 76ers
One of the most surprising teams in this year’s lottery, the Philadelphia 76ers saw their season derailed by injuries and underperformance. As a result, they finished with the league’s fifth-worst record, giving them a 10.5% chance of landing the top pick. After falling short of playoff expectations, securing Flagg would be a major turning point for the franchise.
4) New Orleans Pelicans
Another injury-plagued team, the Pelicans ended their campaign with a dismal 21-61 record, placing 14th in the Western Conference. Their struggles have granted them a 12.5% chance at the No. 1 pick—their best odds since winning the 2019 lottery and drafting Zion Williamson. Adding Flagg to their young core could reshape their future.
3) Charlotte Hornets
Since the NBA revamped the draft lottery system, the three worst teams each hold a 14.0% chance of landing the top pick. One of those teams is the Charlotte Hornets, who managed just 19 wins this season. With rising talents like LaMelo Ball and Brandon Miller already on the roster, adding Flagg would give the Hornets a formidable trio to build around.
2) Washington Wizards
Fresh off drafting Alex Sarr with the No. 2 pick in 2024, the Washington Wizards are hoping lightning strikes twice. Like the Hornets, they hold a 14.0% chance at securing the top selection. After seeing promising signs from Sarr in his rookie year, landing Flagg could give Washington a pair of young stars to lead their rebuild.
1) Utah Jazz
Topping the list are the Utah Jazz, who finished with the NBA’s worst record at 17-65. With a 14.0% chance to win the lottery, this could mark their first top-five pick in over a decade. The last time Utah picked this high was in 2014, when they selected Dante Exum fifth overall. Their highest pick ever came in 1980, when they drafted Darrell Griffith at No. 2. Winning the Cooper Flagg sweepstakes could finally deliver the franchise a true centerpiece.