On the latest episode of the NBA Big Board podcast, Rafael and James Barlowe dive into the early scout intel on top prospects for the 2025 NBA Draft. They share their thoughts on Cooper Flagg, who’s living up to the hype, and VJ Edgecombe, who scouts believe could crack the top five if he has a strong season. They also discuss mixed opinions on Dylan Harper, with some scouts questioning his athleticism while raving about his teammate, Ace Bailey. The duo also breaks down the potential of Khaman ...
Sep 26, 2024•36 min•Ep. 159
In this episode, hosts Rafael Barlowe and Alec Kichian dive into the opening performances of top international NBA draft prospects, including Nolan Traore, Ben Saraf, Noa Essengue, and Hugo Gonzalez. The discussion kicks off with Nolan Traore's rough season debut for Saint-Quentin in the LNB Pro A, where the projected top-5 pick struggled mightily against reigning champions AS Monaco, finishing with just 2 points on 1-of-9 shooting and multiple turnovers. Rafael and Alec explore how this tough o...
Sep 25, 2024•34 min•Ep. 158
In this episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board Podcast , hosts Rafael and James Barlowe dive deep into the expectations surrounding Rutgers’ elite freshmen duo, Ace Bailey and Dylan Harper , and debate whether they can lead Rutgers to the NCAA tournament. James raises concerns about Bailey's shot selection, pointing out his tendency to settle for difficult shots. Meanwhile, Rafael counters by emphasizing Bailey's immense upside, arguing that his ability to carry his high school team to a state c...
Sep 24, 2024•34 min•Ep. 157
In this episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board podcast, hosts Rafael Barlowe and Leif Thulin dive deep into Kansas' loaded roster as the projected No. 1 team in the country heading into the 2024-25 college basketball season. Despite their strong national championship aspirations, the Jayhawks don’t have a clear-cut first-round pick for the 2025 NBA Draft. The hosts discuss the potential of key players like senior center Hunter Dickinson, forward K.J. Adams Jr., and star transfer AJ Storr, as wel...
Sep 23, 2024•37 min•Ep. 156
In this episode of Locked On NBA Big Board , hosts Rafael and James Barlowe debate DJ Wagner’s decision to transfer to Arkansas for his sophomore season, following John Calipari. Once rated as the No. 1 player in the class of 2023, Wagner’s freshman year at Kentucky didn’t live up to expectations, and he now faces a crucial season to solidify his NBA draft stock. Rafael argues that Arkansas offers Wagner the perfect environment to hone his skills under a familiar coach, while James believes his ...
Sep 21, 2024•33 min•Ep. 155
On this episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board podcast, hosts Rafael and James Barlowe dive into the game of Croatian 7-foot-2 sensation Zvonimir Ivišić. After an eye-catching debut at Kentucky, "Big Z" transferred to Arkansas to follow John Calipari, bringing with him one of the most unique skill sets of any big man in college basketball. The hosts analyze Ivišić's rare combination of size, mobility, and shooting touch, comparing his offensive versatility to a scaled down version of Kristaps Po...
Sep 20, 2024•33 min•Ep. 154
In this episode of Locked On NBA Big Board, host Rafael Barlowe is joined by Alec Kichian (@draftpoint2024) to break down the top non-college prospects who made noise in international play this summer. The duo kicks off the episode by covering the highly anticipated showdown between Cameron Boozer and AJ Dybantsa in San Diego last weekend. Both players also headlined a dominant Team USA U17 squad this summer, a team that could go down as one of the best U17 teams ever. Barlowe and Kichian dive i...
Sep 20, 2024•30 min•Ep. 153
On this episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board Podcast, Rafael Barlowe and co-host Leif Thulin dive deep into Duke’s incredibly talented roster and explore whether the Blue Devils might actually have too much talent this season. They break down potential starting lineups, including whether star freshman Cooper Flagg and dominant big man Khaman Maluach can coexist on the floor. Rafael and Leif discuss how this dynamic could impact Duke's spacing and whether Flagg, with the immense expectations su...
Sep 19, 2024•34 min•Ep. 152
In this episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board podcast, hosts Rafael and James Barlowe continue their series of in-depth individual scouting reports leading up to the start of the basketball season, focusing on one of Europe’s top young talents, Hugo Gonzalez. Over the course of three segments, Rafael and James break down Gonzalez's rise as a standout prospect, from his early flashes at the Under 16 tournament in Italy to his MVP performance at the Adidas Next Generation Tournament, and his more...
Sep 18, 2024•35 min•Ep. 151
In this episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board podcast, hosts Rafael and James Barlowe dive into the thrilling showdown between AJ Dybantsa and Cameron Boozer, two of the top NBA prospects in the world. Dybantsa dropped a game-high 43 points, while Boozer countered with an equally impressive 42 points and 15 rebounds. The hosts debate whether these two phenoms are destined to be the top picks in the 2026 NBA Draft. They also discuss the often-overlooked Cayden Boozer, who quietly put up 30 point...
Sep 16, 2024•34 min•Ep. 150
In this episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board Podcast, hosts Rafael and James Barlowe continue their 2025 NBA Draft prospect series with a deep dive into VJ Edgecombe’s impressive rise. After an outstanding performance at the FIBA Olympic Qualifiers, where he averaged 16.5 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 3.8 assists per game for the Bahamas alongside NBA players like DeAndre Ayton and Buddy Hield, Edgecombe has entered the season with major momentum. The hosts break down his explosive athleticism, el...
Sep 14, 2024•40 min•Ep. 149
In this episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board Podcast, hosts Rafael and James Barlowe continue their series of preseason analyses on the top prospects for the 2025 NBA Draft, focusing on Collin Murray-Boyles. After a breakout freshman season, despite battling mononucleosis, Murray-Boyles has caught the attention of NBA scouts with his blend of strength, skill, and finesse. Standing 6’7” and weighing 230 pounds, Murray-Boyles is a paint powerhouse, excelling at finishing around the rim, exploiti...
Sep 13, 2024•32 min•Ep. 148
Join hosts Rafael and James Barlowe on the Locked On NBA Big Board Podcast as they continue their series on top 2025 NBA Draft prospects with an in-depth look at Tre Johnson, one of the most talented scorers in this upcoming draft class. Tre gave Texas fans a glimpse of his potential at the McDonald’s All-American game, and in this episode, Rafael and James break down his strengths, and areas for growth. The hosts share personal stories of watching Tre dominate in high school, highlighting his s...
Sep 11, 2024•31 min•Ep. 147
Join hosts Rafael Barlowe and James Barlowe on the Locked On NBA Big Board Podcast as they continue their series on top 2025 NBA Draft prospects with an in-depth look at Nolan Traore, the next potential French star. Traore has garnered significant attention as one of the draft's top international prospects, showcasing his skills at major events like the Nike Hoop Summit and the Adidas Next Generation Tournament. In this episode, Rafael breaks down Traore’s standout performances, including his re...
Sep 11, 2024•33 min•Ep. 146
In this episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board podcast, Alec Kichian (NBADraftpoint on Twitter) makes his debut alongside host Rafael Barlowe to break down the top international freshmen set to impact college basketball this season. This episode covers Illinois newcomers Will Riley and Kasparas Jakucionis, focusing on their roles and potential contributions. The conversation shifts to Khaman Maluach's raw upside as a 7'2" center and Hamad Mousa's fit at Dayton, along with BYU's versatile forward...
Sep 10, 2024•36 min•Ep. 145
In this episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board podcast, host James Barlowe breaks down three promising big men for the 2025 NBA Draft: Australian center Rocco Zikarsky, who will suit up for the Brisbane Bullets in the NBL; South Sudanese sensation Khaman Maluach, set to play his freshman year at Duke; and Georgia's standout freshman Asa Newell. James dives into each prospect's strengths, areas for improvement, and concerns, while exploring the intriguing question: "Are big men back?" With a deep...
Sep 06, 2024•31 min•Ep. 144
In this episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board podcast, hosts Rafael and James Barlowe dive into the 2025 NBA Draft, spotlighting three promising prospects: Hunter Sallis, Saint Thomas, and William Kyle. All three players hail from Omaha, Nebraska—the same city where the Barlowe brothers were born and raised. With a personal connection to the players' hometown, Rafael and James offer unique insights into the development and potential of these standout prospects. First, they discuss Hunter Sallis...
Aug 28, 2024•33 min•Ep. 143
In this episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board Podcast, host Rafael Barlowe dives into the profile of Dylan Harper, a top prospect for the 2025 NBA Draft, as part of a special series on the draft's elite talent. Harper, the son of NBA legend Ron Harper, has made waves with his impressive performances at Don Bosco Prep, where he averaged 23 points per game and led his team to a stellar 26-3 record. Rafael breaks down Harper's versatile skill set as a left-handed combo guard, his strengths as a th...
Aug 28, 2024•22 min•Ep. 142
In this episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board Podcast, host Rafael Barlowe is joined by draft analyst Richard Stayman to discuss Stayman’s top three returning prospects for the 2025 NBA draft: Oregon's Kwame Evans Jr. South Carolina's Collin Murray Boyles and UConn's Alex Karaban. The discussion delves into each player's strengths, areas for improvement, and their potential impact on the upcoming college basketball season and draft. Stayman provides detailed analysis on why these three prospect...
Aug 26, 2024•39 min•Ep. 141
In this episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board podcast, Rafael Barlowe and Leif Thulin dive deep into Alabama's loaded roster for the 2024-25 college basketball season. After making the Final Four last season, Alabama returns key players like Mark Sears, Latrell Wrightsell, Jarin Stevenson, and Grant Nelson while adding impact transfers Cliff Omoruyi, Chris Youngblood, Aden Holloway, and Houston Mallette. Additionally, the arrival of highly touted freshmen Derrion Reid, Nasir Cunningham, and Lab...
Aug 20, 2024•34 min•Ep. 140
In this episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board podcast, Rafael and James Barlowe dive into three prospects that James believes have top 10 potential in the 2025 NBA Draft. They discuss Derik Queen’s fit in today’s NBA, highlighting his lowpost play, passing and improved mobility. The Barlowe brothers then explore Egor Demin’s versatility, emphasizing his unique skill set and how playing at BYU puts him in a prime position to develop further. Lastly, they share their admiration for Drake Powell’s...
Aug 20, 2024•33 min•Ep. 139
In this episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board podcast, host Rafael Barlowe delivers an in-depth preseason scouting report on Ace Bailey, a consensus five-star prospect with a legitimate shot at being the No. 1 pick in the 2025 NBA draft. Rafael explores Bailey's impressive high school career, where he was universally lauded as the No. 2 prospect in the nation by major scouting platforms such as Rivals, 24/7 Composite, and ESPN. Listeners will get a detailed analysis of Bailey’s unique combinati...
Aug 18, 2024•27 min•Ep. 138
In this episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board podcast, Rafael Barlowe dives deep into the meteoric rise of Cooper Flagg, the centerpiece of Duke's top-ranked recruiting class and a strong candidate for the No. 1 pick in the 2025 NBA draft. Rafael breaks down Flagg's impressive high school career, including his dominance at Montverde Academy and his transition to the 2025 NBA draft and 2024 high school class after reclassifying. Listeners will hear a detailed analysis of Flagg’s versatile offens...
Aug 17, 2024•29 min•Ep. 137
In this episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board podcast, host Rafael Barlowe delves into the future of international basketball as a new generation of NBA prospects prepares to take the global stage. With the 2028 Olympics on the horizon, Barlowe discusses how Team USA, led by emerging stars like Anthony Edwards, will face stiff competition from a rising tide of talent from around the world. He breaks down the key players from countries like France, Serbia, Canada, and Spain, and examines how the...
Aug 16, 2024•32 min•Ep. 136
In this episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board podcast, Rafael Barlowe and Richard Stayman dive into the highly anticipated 2025 NBA Draft class, which is projected to be dominated by a wave of talented freshmen. Unlike recent years where top picks like Victor Wembanyama, Scoot Henderson, and the Thompson twins bypassed college for overseas leagues, the G League, or Overtime Elite, this class could see up to 15-18 first-rounders coming from the collegiate ranks. Barlowe and Stayman debate whethe...
Aug 09, 2024•36 min•Ep. 135
In this episode of the NBA Big Board Podcast, Rafael Barlowe and Leif Thulin dive into the significant impact of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) deals on the 2025 NBA Draft class. They discuss how several NBA prospects, such as Wake Forest’s Hunter Sallis and Kansas State’s Coleman Hawkins, opted to return to school, securing NIL deals in the $2 million range—amounts that surpass what many second-round and even some late first-round picks earn. Rafael explores how these lucrative short-term NIL ...
Aug 07, 2024•31 min•Ep. 134
In this episode of the Locked on NBA Big Board podcast, Rafael and James Barlowe discuss the standout players from the FIBA U18 EuroBasket 2024, including Christian Anderson, Julius Price, Savo Drezgic, Urban Kroflic, Mario Saint-Supery, Hannes Steinbach, and Dame Sarr. Tune in for their insights and analysis on these rising stars. NBA Draft analyst Rafael Barlowe from NBA Draft Junkies and current author of the NBA Big Board newsletter is joined by Richard Stayman (@MavsDraft), James Barlowe (@...
Aug 07, 2024•34 min•Ep. 133
In this episode of the NBA Big Board podcast, Rafael and James Barlowe share their thoughts on Israel's Ben Saraf's MVP performance, the dynamic French duo of Nolan Traore and Noa Essengue, and Rafael provides his player comparisons for Spain's Hugo Gonzalez. Tune in for expert analysis and insights on the top international prospects from the U18 EuroBasket 2024. NBA Draft analyst Rafael Barlowe from NBA Draft Junkies and current author of the NBA Big Board newsletter is joined by Richard Stayma...
Aug 06, 2024•35 min•Ep. 132
Rafael Barlowe makes his return to the NBA Big Board podcast after stepping away due to his wife's cancer diagnosis. In this episode Barlowe answers questions from his inbox and shares his thoughts on the 2024 and 2025 drafts, evaluating players on stats or potential, how intel impacts the draft and the extra emphasis on analytics. NBA Draft analyst Rafael Barlowe from NBA Draft Junkies and current author of the NBA Big Board newsletter is joined by Richard Stayman (@MavsDraft), James Barlowe (@...
Aug 05, 2024•32 min•Ep. 131
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Jul 26, 2024•34 min•Ep. 130
