Warriors Land Aussie Talent Alex Toohey in 2025 NBA Draft
So, how about that second round of the 2025 NBA Draft? The Golden State Warriors made some interesting moves, and one name we’re all buzzing about is Alex Toohey. Yeah, Alex Toohey — the 21-year-old Australian forward from the Sydney Kings. Golden State picked him up with the 52nd overall selection after some savvy trade maneuvering earlier in the day. This might not have been the flashiest headline from the draft, but it could end up being one of the smartest pickups of the night.
Toohey comes in standing 6-foot-8 and weighing 223 pounds — a strong, versatile presence on the wing. He put up a solid 10.5 points and 3.9 rebounds per game in the NBL, which, let’s be honest, has become one of the better pro leagues outside the NBA. And while he shot just under 30% from three (26 of 86), what really stands out is his overall feel for the game. He’s known for his energy, high basketball IQ, and ability to make things happen on both ends of the court. ESPN’s Jonathan Givony described him as “tough, smart, and active,” which sounds exactly like the type of player Steve Kerr can plug into a rotation pretty quickly.
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What’s more, this move fits perfectly with Golden State’s strategy of finding second-round gems — just look at Trayce Jackson-Davis and Quinten Post from the past two drafts. The Warriors have a proven track record of taking so-called “undervalued” guys and helping them blossom. Now Toohey joins a roster that’s still anchored by legends like Steph Curry and Draymond Green, and recently got a jolt from the addition of Jimmy Butler.
The team is walking a financial tightrope with over $139 million tied up in just three players, and the salary cap at $154 million. Cheap contracts with high upside are a necessity right now — and Toohey fits that mold perfectly. Plus, with Jonathan Kuminga’s future still uncertain, Toohey could carve out a meaningful role if he shows up strong in summer league and training camp.
So yeah, maybe the headlines were all about Cooper Flagg going No. 1 or the Mavericks reshuffling again — but if you're a Warriors fan, Alex Toohey should be on your radar. He might not have walked up to the podium with fireworks behind him, but give it time — this Aussie forward could quietly become one of the smarter, more impactful second-round additions of this draft class.
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