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Locked On NBA Draft with No Ceilings

Locked On Podcast Network

Locked On NBA Draft with No Ceilings is your daily deep dive into the exciting world of NBA draft prospects, player rankings, and scouting reports. Hosted by the staff from No Ceilings, analysts Tyler Rucker, Tyler Metcalf, Corey Tulaba, Albert Ghim, Nathan Grubel, & Maxwell Baumbach will break down the NBA Draft and give NBA fans a deep look as they review top prospects and uncover hidden gems. Locked On NBA Draft with No Ceilings is part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day.

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00:30:17

SWEET 16 X-FACTORS: Duke vs Arizona - Carter Bryant,...

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2025/03/27

In Part 2 of the SWEET 16 X-FACTORS series, Rafael and James Barlowe turn their attention to the highly anticipated Duke vs. Arizona matchup, spotlighting the NBA prospects who could tilt the outcome and shift their draft stock. The episode opens with Arizona freshman Carter Bryant, who faces a tough challenge defending projected No. 1 pick Cooper Flagg, and then transitions to Duke’s Tyrese Proctor, whose hot shooting has fueled the Blue Devils through the first two rounds. They also break down the

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00:31:14

SWEET 16 X-FACTORS: Grant Nelson, Egor Demin, Walter...

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2025/03/27

In the latest episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board Podcast, hosts Rafael and James Barlowe dive into the potential X-factors in today’s Sweet 16 matchups, spotlighting NBA prospects who could swing games—and their draft narratives—with strong performances. The duo breaks down key players like Grant Nelson and Egor Demin from the BYU vs. Alabama clash, along with Walter Clayton Jr., Alex Condon, and Derik Queen from Maryland vs. Florida. It’s a look at which prospects could elevate their stock with

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00:36:22

March Madness Movers: Krysten Peek’s Top Draft Stock...

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2025/03/25

In this episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board Podcast, Rafael Barlowe and Krysten Peek highlight the prospects who’ve helped themselves the most with strong showings through the first two rounds of the 2025 NCAA Tournament. Krysten breaks down why Derik Queen’s clutch play and offensive versatility have caught scouts’ attention, while Jeremiah Fears has impressed with his dynamic shot creation and confidence on the ball. Tyrese Proctor’s lights-out shooting, Nique Clifford’s two-way impact, and

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00:36:38

NCAA Tournament Buzz: Kasparas Jakucionis, Egor...

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2025/03/24

In this episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board podcast, Rafael Barlowe, James Barlowe, and Leif Thulin continue their deep dive into the 2025 NCAA Tournament with a more conversational breakdown of prospect performances. The trio opens with Kasparas Jakucionis, expressing concern over his inability to turn the corner against quality defenders and his turnover issues—raising doubts about his lottery status. They draw comparisons to Egor Demin, who answered pre-tournament questions with a strong

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00:29:05

Derik Queen’s Buzzer-Beater & Cooper Flagg’s Return...

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2025/03/24

In this episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board podcast, Rafael Barlowe is joined by James Barlowe and Leif Thulin to break down the biggest NBA Draft takeaways from the opening weekend of the 2025 NCAA Tournament. The trio opens by comparing where their brackets stand before diving into Derik Queen’s clutch game-winner and how his performance impacts his draft stock. They then shift to Cooper Flagg’s impressive return from injury, noting how comfortable and dominant he looked despite the layoff. The

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00:34:08

Breaking Down the Top 2025 NBA Draft Prospects in the...

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2025/03/20

In this episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board podcast, Rafael Barlowe and Krysten Peek break down the top NBA draft prospects in the Midwest region, the final region covered ahead of the 2025 NCAA Tournament. They start with Georgia’s Asa Newell before diving into a fascinating hypothetical—how would the star-studded Montverde Academy squad featuring Newell, Cooper Flagg, Derik Queen, and Liam McNeeley fare if they were competing in the NCAA Tournament? The discussion then shifts to Illinois

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00:36:25

Breaking Down the Top 2025 NBA Draft Prospects in the...

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2025/03/20

In this episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board podcast, Rafael Barlowe and Leif Thulin break down the top NBA prospects in the South region of the 2025 NCAA Tournament, analyzing how strong performances could impact their draft stock. Leif starts by making the case for Michigan State freshman Jase Richardson as the top prospect in the region, comparing him to a younger version of Marquette’s Kam Jones. The discussion then shifts to the anticipated matchup between Jones and New Mexico’s Donovan Dent,

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00:30:15

Breaking Down the Top 2025 NBA Draft Prospects in the...

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2025/03/20

In this episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board podcast, Rafael Barlowe and Richard Stayman break down the top NBA draft prospects in the East region of the 2025 NCAA Tournament and how strong performances could boost their draft stock. They kick things off with Duke, discussing Cooper Flagg’s ankle injury and how his health could impact both Duke’s title hopes and the tournament as a whole. Flagg is expected to return for the first round, but the duo also evaluates Duke’s other NBA prospects,

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00:35:55

Breaking Down the Top 2025 NBA Draft Prospects in the...

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2025/03/19

In this episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board podcast, Rafael and James Barlowe break down the top NBA prospects in the West region of the 2025 NCAA Tournament. The Barlowe Brothers discuss Florida’s Alex Condon and his rapid rise up draft boards, analyzing what has fueled his breakout season. They also highlight the intriguing 8-9 matchup between Oklahoma and UConn, where freshman guards Jeremiah Fears and Liam McNeely will look to make a statement. Another key battle features mid-major standouts

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00:36:42

MARCH MADNESS: Biggest NBA Draft Takeaways & Prospect...

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2025/03/17

In MARCH MADNESS: Biggest NBA Draft Takeaways and Prospect Showdowns from the 2025 NCAA Tournament, Part 2, the Locked On NBA Big Board team—Rafael Barlowe, James Barlowe, Leif Thulin, and Richard Stayman—continue breaking down the biggest NBA Draft storylines from the tournament field. They analyze key first-round matchups, highlight potential breakout prospects, and discuss which players need a strong tournament to maintain their draft stock. The crew also makes their Final Four predictions,

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00:34:04

MARCH MADNESS: Biggest NBA Draft Takeaways & Prospect...

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2025/03/17

In Part 1 of this two-part series, the Locked On NBA Big Board team—Rafael Barlowe, James Barlowe, Leif Thulin, and Richard Stayman—shared their biggest NBA Draft takeaways from the 2025 NCAA Tournament field. They broke down some of the most intriguing NBA Draft matchups in the first round and potential prospect battles in the second round. The crew also discussed a possible Arkansas vs. Kansas showdown and which program faces more pressure to win. Additionally, they touched on Duke’s Cooper Flagg,

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00:36:37

NBA DRAFT WATCH: Jeremiah Fears shines, Cooper...

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2025/03/14

On the latest Locked On NBA Big Board Podcast, Rafael Barlowe and Leif Thulin break down the standout performances from Wednesday and Thursday's NCAA Conference Tournament action. They discuss Jeremiah Fears’ back-to-back strong showings in the SEC Tournament and how his stock is rising. The duo also dives into Cooper Flagg’s ankle injury, debating whether Duke should sit him until the Round of 32, and how his absence could expand Kon Knueppel’s role, especially after his impressive game against

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00:36:21

Rookie Watch Vol. 12: Stephon Castle Shines, Jaylen...

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2025/03/13

In Rookie Watch Volume 12 of the Locked On NBA Big Board Podcast, hosts Rafael and James Barlowe revisit their thoughts on the 2024 NBA Draft class, which was widely considered weak. They discuss whether their perception has changed and highlight some standout rookies.Stephon Castle headlines the conversation as the front-runner for Rookie of the Year. The Barlowe brothers then turn their attention to Memphis Grizzlies rookie Jaylen Wells, who, as a second-round pick, has far exceeded expectations

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00:31:53

FROM LOTTERY BUZZ TO UNCERTAINTY: Can These Players...

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2025/03/12

In this episode of Locked On NBA Big Board, host Rafael Barlowe breaks down six former top prospects—Dillon Mitchell, DJ Wagner, Riley Kugel, Aday Mara, Aaron Bradshaw, and Baba Miller—who entered college with first-round NBA expectations but have struggled to maintain their draft stock. With March Madness and conference tournaments offering a final opportunity to impress NBA scouts, Barlowe analyzes what went wrong for each player, where they stand now, and what they need to do in postseason play

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00:36:03

DRAFT STOCK PULSE CHECK: Who’s Surging at the Right...

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2025/03/10

In this episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board podcast, Rafael and James Barlowe break down five prospects whose draft stock is soaring as they head into their respective conference tournaments. The Barlowe brothers start with Michigan State freshman Jase Richardson, who has turned heads with his recent play. They then dive into Florida big man Alex Condon, who Rafael believes is the fastest-rising prospect in the country. The discussion shifts to VJ Edgecombe, who has worked his way back into his

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00:34:35

Ace Bailey vs. Tre Johnson: Johnson’s Case for the...

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2025/03/08

In this episode of Locked On NBA Big Board, brothers Rafael and James Barlowe debate the potential battle for the No. 3 pick in the 2025 NBA Draft between Rutgers freshman Ace Bailey and Texas freshman Tre Johnson. They discuss why many scouts view Bailey as a near-lock at No. 3, citing his elite upside if he puts it all together, but also acknowledging his inconsistencies. In contrast, Johnson has been more efficient and productive, showcasing better playmaking and shot-making, even if he lacks

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00:32:40

Big Board Review: Revisiting My Preseason Concerns –...

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2025/03/07

In this episode of Locked On NBA Big Board, host Rafael Barlowe revisits his Big Board 1.0 and evaluates whether his preseason concerns about the top prospects were answered during the 2024-25 season. Did Cooper Flagg prove he could carry an offense? Has Dylan Harper’s shooting improved? Is Ace Bailey’s decision-making a concern? Rafael breaks down his early projections for projected lottery picks like VJ Edgecombe, Nolan Traore, and more—analyzing who lived up to expectations, who exceeded them,

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00:31:53

WHAT’S NEXT FOR THE MAVS AFTER KYRIE’S INJURY? Cooper...

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2025/03/05

On the latest Locked On NBA Big Board podcast, Rafael Barlowe tackles a range of 2025 NBA Draft questions from his inbox, offering insight on team needs, player fits, and draft stock movement. He breaks down the Dallas Mavericks' draft outlook following Kyrie Irving’s season-ending ACL injury, which has shifted their focus from contending to potentially landing in the lottery for the second time in three years. Barlowe explores possible options for Dallas and how they might approach the draft. He

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00:36:21

Prospects Richard Stayman is Higher On Than Consensus

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2025/03/01

In this episode of Locked On NBA Big Board, host Rafael Barlowe is joined by Richard Stayman, who shares his list of prospects he’s higher on than the consensus. After Barlowe gave his list last week, it’s Stayman’s turn to explain why he’s bullish on certain players heading into the draft. He breaks down the strengths and upside of Yaxel Lendeborg, Max Shulga, Asa Newell, Boogie Fland, and Payton Sandfort, detailing what separates them from the pack. Stayman also delivers a shocking take, revealing

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00:33:59

Breaking Down ESPN’s 2026 Mock Draft: Darryn Peterson...

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2025/02/27

In the latest episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board podcast, Rafael Barlowe and Krysten Peek break down ESPN’s way-too-early 2026 mock draft, which features Kansas commit Darryn Peterson as the projected No. 1 pick. This ranking comes as a surprise to some, as BYU commit AJ Dybantsa has long been viewed as the top prospect in the class. Barlowe and Peek discuss the battle between Peterson and Dybantsa for the No. 1 spot and whether ESPN’s rankings indicate a shift in perception. They also analyze

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