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While the NBA Playoffs are in full swing with the best teams in the league, the worst teams are gearing up for the NBA Draft Lottery 2025. Getting the No. 1 pick can drastically change the fortunes of an NBA team, while Duke small forward Cooper Flagg is expected to be selected at the top of this year’s draft.
The Utah Jazz had the worst record in the NBA (17-65), so it’s likely the team would get selected for the No. 1 pick. But the Washington Wizards and Charlotte Hornets have the same odds to get the No. 1 pick too.
At a Glance: How to Watch NBA Draft Lottery
When: Mon., May 12 at 7 p.m. ET/4 p.m. PT
TV Channel: ESPN
Stream: DirecTV, Sling, Hulu + Live TV
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With the ping-pong balls in the hopper, Mark Tatum, the NBA’s deputy commissioner and chief operating officer, is front-and-center for the NBA Draft Lottery, as he calls out the draft order starting with the No. 14 pick going all the way down to the No. 1 pick.
Looking to catch the NBA Draft Lottery? Below is a quick guide on the best ways to watch.
How to Watch NBA Draft Lottery 2025 Online
The NBA Draft Lottery broadcasts on ESPN. If you don’t have cable, the best way to watch the draft order selection event is with DirecTV, since it carries ESPN. Here’s a breakdown of the options, including free trial and pricing information:
DirecTV
Pros: Free trial, affordable genre packs, ESPN+ included
Cons: Not as many entertainment channels in genre packs as other options
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One of the best ways to watch the NBA Draft Lottery is with DirecTV. The streaming service offers various streaming options, while it carries ESPN (along with TNT, ABC, and NBA TV for the NBA Playoffs and NBA Finals). The best package for the NBA is the “MySports” genre plan, which carries more than 20 sports channels, including ESPN, which starts with a five-day free trial and costs $69.99 monthly after the trial ends.
Sling TV
Pros: Tons of channels, easy to use
Cons: Requires combination of packages + add-ons, no free trial
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Sling is the more wallet-friendly live TV streaming service option. NBA fans can use Sling TV to watch the NBA Draft Lottery, as well as NBA Playoff games on TNT, ESPN and ABC with the Sling Orange + Blue package. It starts at $33 for the first month of service, $65.99 per month afterwards. Unfortunately, Sling does not currently offer a free trial.
Please note: Pricing and channel availability varies from location to location.
Hulu + Live TV
Pros: Free trial, bonus streaming services
Cons: Pricey
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Hulu + Live TV carries ESPN for the NBA Draft Lottery livestream, as well as ABC and TNT to watch the NBA Playoffs. Its price starts at $82.99 per month, but you get access to more than 90 channels. Subscribers also get access to ESPN+, Disney+, and Hulu’s full on-demand library of movies, TV shows, and originals. Meanwhile, Hulu + Live TV offers a three-day free trial to start watching games.
NBA Draft Lottery 2025 Draft Order Predictions
With the worst record in the NBA, the Utah Jazz has the best odds to get the No. 1 draft pick.
However, since the NBA changed the draft percentages, the Washington Wizards and Charlotte Hornets have an equal chance for the No. 1 spot. But, whichever teams gets the No. 1 pick, it’s very likely that Duke’s Cooper Flagg will be the marquee player selected. Below, you’ll find the projected NBA Draft order.
Utah Jazz
Washington Wizards
Charlotte Hornets
New Orleans Pelicans
Philadelphia 76ers
Brooklyn Nets
Toronto Raptors
San Antonio Spurs
Houston Rockets (pick via Phoenix Suns)
Portland Trail Blazers
Dallas Mavericks
Chicago Bulls
Sacramento Kings
San Antonio Spurs (pick via Atlanta Hawks)
