Which NBA first-rounders can make 'true impact?'
The Dan Patrick Show discusses first-round picks from the 2025 NBA Draft, including Cooper Flagg, Ace Bailey, VJ Edgecombe and more, assessing their immediate impact in the NBA and the importance of draft number.
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