Locked On NBA Big Board - NBA Draft Podcast

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 pool of talent at the center position in the 2025 draft, this episode highlights the resurgence of dominant big...

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, a dynamic shooting guard known for his athleticism and scoring, who made a significant impact at Wake Forest, but wil...

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 three-level scorer and dynamic playmaker, and his potential to defend...

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 prospects stand out among their peers and how their performances this season could shape their NBA futures.

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 Labaron Philon raises questions about just how dominant this team could be.

Segment 1: "Stacked Roster: Alabama's Starting Lineup and Core Rotation"
The...

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 game, talent and athleticism while expressing concerns about his role at North Carolina and whether he can s...

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 combination of size, length, skill, and athleticism that makes him a potential two-way force in the NBA. Rafael di...

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 offensive skillset, his relentless motor, and his ability to impact the game with his energy and hustle. Rafael also explores Flagg’s de...

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 these young prospects are set to challenge the dominance of Team USA. Barlowe also highlights a...

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 whether this year's class can meet the lofty expectations and how it stacks up against previous drafts in terms of...