With the 2025 NBA Draft just a month away, a new class of basketball stars is preparing for their shot at a dream come true. Among the prospects gaining traction is Duke guard Tyrese Proctor, whose strong postseason performance and promising workouts have caught many fans attention.
For many, hearing their name called at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn represents a lifelong goal. Proctor is doing everything he can to ensure he will be part of that moment. After helping lead Duke to the NCAA Tournament Final Four, the 21-year-old has continued to develop and impress scouts heading into the draft.
Swish Cultures recently shared an update on Proctor’s off-season progress. Their post highlighted his appearance at CAA Pro Day, hosted at the Los Angeles Lakers’ facility.
"6’5 Tyrese Proctor at CAA pro day at the Lakers Facility. Continued his momentum after his strong NCAA tournament showing averaged 17 points a game in tourney and showcased his athleticism in front of NBA teams at Pro Day"
The update quickly caught fans’ attention. Responses poured in with excitement and comparisons to current NBA players.
"Great to see this." says this fan.
Great comparison here: "Derrick White 2.0 btw."
Another comparison from this fan: "DBook type ceiling but naturally a better 3 point shooter."
Duke fan excited about what he sees here: "My dawg! Boy a sleeper frfr!!!"
"Game looks like Zo Ball." this fan says
This response says: "More Athletic Derrick White."
Duke Blue Devils guard Tyrese Proctor (5).
Duke Blue Devils guard Tyrese Proctor (5)
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Over three seasons with the Blue Devils, Proctor played in 106 games and improved steadily each year. In his final season, he averaged 12.4 points per game across 38 contests and earned third-team All-ACC honors.
Proctor’s last game at Duke came in during the NCAA Tournament Final Four against Houston. He played 37 minutes and scored seven points. However, one of his standout performances came in the second round against Baylor, where he poured in 25 points.
Hailing from Sydney, Australia, Proctor made an immediate impact in his freshman year and was named to the ACC All-Freshman team in 2023. At 6-foot-6, he has the size, skill, and versatility that NBA teams covet.
Proctor’s draft stock remains fluid. Some mock drafts project him as a late first-round pick, while others see him going in the second round. Either way, teams are clearly taking notice.
His combination of international experience, consistent improvement, and strong postseason play could make him one of the more underrated picks in the 2025 class.