Jokic had the most votes for best player in the above interview. Other prospects who picked Jokic as the best player in the NBA include Walter Clayton Jr. (Florida), Alijah Martin (Florida), Derik Queen (Maryland), Liam McNeeley (UConn), Kon Knueppel (Duke), Vlad Goldin (Michigan) and Sion James (Duke).

Mar 3, 2025; Durham, North Carolina, USA; Duke Blue Devils forward Cooper Flagg (2) reacts as he heads to the bench during the second half against the Wake Forest Demon Deacons at Cameron Indoor Stadium. The Blue Devils won 93-60. Mandatory Credit: Rob Kinnan-Imagn Images / Rob Kinnan-Imagn Images

Cooper Flagg technically could still opt to return to Duke. But on Wednesday, the NBA Draft's presumed No. 1 overall pick made clear where his heart and head are. "I went into the whole process with an open mind and knowing that I couldn't control it,