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Will John Calipari's first-round streak continue? Where Adou Thiero stands in NBA Mock Drafts

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Adou Thiero stands as the sole Arkansas Razorback likely to be drafted in the upcoming 2025 NBA Draft, commencing Wednesday in Brooklyn, N. Y. Analysts' projections vary, with Yahoo! Sports and The Ringer suggesting he will be picked 28th and 30th overall, respectively, while others predict a second-round selection. Jonathan Givony and Jeremy Woo foresee Thiero going to Charlotte with one of the first picks of the second round, indicating he may fall behind other prospects.

Scouting reports highlight Thiero's slashing ability and explosive first step, but they also emphasize his struggles with shooting. Kevin O'Connor from Yahoo! Sports describes him as a potential 3-and-D player if he can improve his offensive game. Meanwhile, Colin Ward-Heninger of CBS Sports notes that Thiero's elite defensive skills could earn him early playing time with the Phoenix Suns. The outcome of this draft will not only affect Thiero's career but also determine whether John Calipari's impressive streak of producing first-round picks continues.

Local fans and analysts will closely watch the draft, eager to see how Thiero's journey unfolds.

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