The Washington Wizards selection of Will Riley in the 2025 NBA Draft was overshadowed by an abundance of other headlines.
Between the nightmare scenario of Washington falling out of the top five, top prospect Ace Bailey unsuccessefully attempting to force his way to the Wizards and Tre Johnson eventually being the team's top draft pick, Riley's addition in the backhalf of the first-round was overlooked.
After a standout season at Illinois, proving to be one of the best freshman in the nation, averaging 12.6 points, 4.1 rebounds and 2.,2 assists on efficient shooting splits of 43% from field goal range and 32.