Kadary Richmond has an inside track to NBA minutes thanks to his experience, defense and all-around game. For Wizards fans, his journey is a reminder that real value can come from overlooked prospects, not just the draft’s headline names. Richmond’s story could be the next proof that talent and fit matter more than draft position.

The Wizards put together a draft class that will undoubtedly elevate the franchise for years to come, and the future will only get better.

The Washington Wizards have selected Will Riley with the No. 21 pick in the 2025 NBA draft. Riley was named Big Ten Sixth Man of the Year in 2025. He set the Illinois freshman record for points in a debut with 31 against Eastern Illinois and later broke the program’s freshman NCAA tournament scoring mark with 22 in a Round 1 win over Xavier.