The 2025 NBA Draft cycle is nearly complete, with the lottery concluded and the combine underway in Chicago.
Over 100 players are in attendance at the event, hoping to fulfil their dreams and be selected come draft night.
Among them are two NBL talents who have reportedly impressed teams: Alex Toohey and Lachlan Olbrich.
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NBL rising stars Toohey, Olbrich impress at NBA Draft Combine
The NBL has become a highway to the NBA in recent years, both in terms of helping to establish players like Torrey Craig and Jae'Sean Tate, and in helping young talent like LaMelo Ball and Josh Giddey be drafted.
The next generation of NBL talent is in Chicago hoping to bolster their draft stock, and according to ESPN Sydney's Alex Toohey has done plenty to help his draft stock
"Toohey has had a positive week thus far, giving him a much stronger case for first-round consideration than he had coming in. He measured better than expected, 6-foot-9 in shoes with a near 6-11 wingspan, giving him ample size to slide to the power forward position long-term as his 223-pound frame fills out," Jonathan Givony wrote.
"Toohey also did all the other things he usually does, showing his feel for the game being in the right spots defensively and forcing misses guarding wings and forwards alike while moving the ball unselfishly with his team-oriented style. He was the second-best scorer in his scrimmage's win, but showed he can contribute in other areas as well."
"Overall, Toohey has helped his standing and has much to gain with another strong showing on Thursday."
Alex Toohey's highlights from the Draft Combine ⤵️ pic.twitter.com/QpfRwpYqDS
— NBL (@NBL) May 15, 2025
After being a late entrant to the combine, Illawarra's Lachlan Olbrich has also impressed, the NBL champion showing off a versatile skillset.
"Olbrich has had a strong week, earning a callup from G League Elite camp and turning in one of Wednesday's better performances... coming off a productive year with the NBL champion Hawks, the 21-year-old showcased his competitiveness and physicality on the defensive end, worked hard on the glass and has been one of the most vocal players in the gym all week," wrote Jeremy Woo.
"While not the most skilled offensively, Olbrich showed touch around the rim with both hands and converted the opportunities that came his way. He has proven reliable, if not flashy, like many Australian bigs who have come before him.
"Olbrich has certainly helped his chances of hearing his name called in June, and could be a candidate for a two-way contract with the momentum he's built in Chicago."
15 points (7/8 FG), 10 rebounds, and 2 assists for Lachlan Olbrich in today’s NBA Draft Combine scrimmage.
— Tim Smith (@qkhoops) May 14, 2025
Building off his standout performance at the G League Elite Camp, Olbrich continues to turn heads on the biggest stage. pic.twitter.com/AgMd0OeyXn
Both Toohey and Olbrich - as well as Brisbane's Rocco Zikarsky and Perth's Ben Henshall - will now hope to hear their names called in next month's NBA Draft, and join the growing list of Australian talent in the world's top league.