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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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00:33:59

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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00:32:18

The 2025 NBA Prospects in Jeopardy of Missing March...

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2025/02/27

On the latest Locked On NBA Big Board podcast, Rafael Barlowe and Leif Thulin dive into the NCAA tournament bubble and its impact on top 2025 NBA Draft prospects. They discuss highly touted freshmen like Texas’ Tre Johnson, Oklahoma’s Jeremiah Fears, and Georgia’s Asa Newell—potential lottery picks whose teams are fighting for a tournament berth. Leif breaks down which bubble teams have a realistic shot at making the field, what they need to do to get there, and which squads are likely on the

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00:34:15

Jeremiah Fears vs. Egor Demin: Who’s the Better 2025...

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2025/02/26

On the latest episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board podcast, Rafael Barlowe and Leif Thulin broke down the strengths and concerns surrounding freshman point guards Jeremiah Fears and Egor Demin, both projected lottery picks in the 2025 NBA Draft. Thulin made the case for Fears as the better prospect, citing his scoring ability and higher upside despite being smaller and the lesser passer of the two. The duo also discussed whether Demin should return to BYU for a sophomore season to refine his game

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00:36:36

James’ Big Board 3.0 Part 2: Lottery Sleepers &...

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2025/02/26

In James’ Big Board 3.0 Part 2, James Barlowe and Rafael Barlowe continue breaking down James’ latest NBA Draft rankings, diving into more potential lottery picks. James starts by explaining why he’s so high on Maryland freshman Derik Queen and his skill set. He then discusses Lithuanian guard Kasparas Jakucionis, weighing the conflicting opinions on him and why he’s intrigued but not as high as some. The focus then shifts to Israeli point guard Ben Saraf, where James details why he’s confident in

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00:34:48

James’ Big Board 3.0 Part 1: Cooper Flagg Leads the...

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2025/02/25

James Barlowe joins his brother, Rafael Barlowe, on the Locked On NBA Big Board podcast to unveil his Big Board 3.0 – Part 1, breaking down his top six prospects for the 2025 NBA Draft. James starts with Cooper Flagg, explaining why he’s the clear-cut best player in the class. He then discusses Rutgers teammates Dylan Harper and Ace Bailey, evaluating their potential at the next level. In a bold move, James ranks Oklahoma freshman Jeremiah Fears at No. 4, challenging the consensus and detailing what

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00:32:06

NBA Draft Pulse Check: Jeremiah Fears, Kasparas...

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2025/02/25

On the latest episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board Podcast, host Rafael Barlowe does a 2025 NBA Draft pulse check, breaking down several prospects who caught his attention over the weekend. He starts with Oklahoma freshman Jeremiah Fears, who had a monster performance against Mississippi State, posting 27 points and 10 assists. Next, he dives into Illinois freshman Kasparas Jakucionis, analyzing his up-and-down showing against Duke and explaining why he is such a difficult evaluation. After that,

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00:23:51

Prospects Rafael Barlowe is Higher On Than Consensus

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2025/02/21

In this episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board podcast, host Rafael Barlowe dives into his latest Big Board 3.0 update, available on NBABigBoard.com. However, instead of focusing on the consensus rankings, Rafael highlights a handful of prospects he’s personally higher on than the general scouting community. He breaks down what makes French prospect Noa Essengue, Washington State’s Cedric Coward, San Diego State’s Miles Byrd, Spanish point guard Sergio De Larrea, and Syracuse freshman Donnie Freeman

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00:27:06

Liam McNeeley vs. Kon Knueppel: Leif Thulin Makes the...

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2025/02/20

In this episode of Locked On NBA Big Board, host Rafael Barlowe and analyst Leif Thulin dive into a debate between two freshman wings: Duke’s Kon Knueppel and UConn’s Liam McNeeley. While Knueppel is ranked higher on most consensus big boards and mock drafts, Thulin makes the case that McNeeley is the better long-term NBA prospect and is having the superior freshman season. He argues that Knueppel’s higher ranking is largely due to preseason expectations and his status at Duke, rather than actual

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00:36:32

Live Scouting: Top International Prospects at 2025...

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2025/02/19

In the latest episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board podcast, hosts Rafael Barlowe, James Barlowe, and Krysten Peek break down the top standouts from the 2025 Basketball Without Borders event, held over NBA All-Star Weekend in Oakland, California. As Rafael’s favorite event of All-Star Weekend, BWB provides a prime opportunity to scout international prospects who could emerge in future NBA drafts. While the 2025 class may not appear as strong on the surface compared to the 2024 group—headlined by

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00:25:55

Live Scouting AJ Dybantsa & Utah Prep vs. Dynamic...

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2025/02/18

On this episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board Podcast, James Barlowe and Krysten Peek share live scouting impressions of AJ Dybantsa at the Nike Futures event during All-Star Weekend in Oakland, California. Due to logistics, host Rafael Barlowe conducted two separate interviews—one with his brother James, who was seeing Dybantsa live for the first time, and another with Krysten, who has extensively tracked his development. They break down Dybantsa’s performance in a highly anticipated matchup

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00:36:35

Difficult Evaluations: Ace Bailey’s Wild Shooting...

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2025/02/11

In the second installment of the Difficult Evaluations series, Rafael Barlow and Leif Tuling dive into one of the most polarizing prospects in the 2024 NBA Draft: Rutgers freshman Ace Bailey. Rafael is locked in on Bailey as the clear No. 3 pick, citing his athleticism, defensive tools, and high-upside scoring ability. Leif, however, has concerns about Bailey’s erratic shooting performances and the wide variance in his production from game to game.The two debate Bailey’s floor versus his ceiling,

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00:35:56

Difficult Evaluations: The Barlowe Brothers Clash...

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2025/02/10

In this episode of Locked On NBA Big Board, brothers Rafael and James Barlowe go back and forth on one of the most polarizing prospects in the 2025 NBA Draft: Derik Queen. While both acknowledge Queen’s undeniable talent and production, they have very different perspectives on how he projects to the next level.Rafael raises concerns about how Queen’s game will scale up to the NBA, questioning his fit in the modern league despite his skill level. Meanwhile, James is fully bought in, arguing that

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00:36:56

Rutgers vs Illinois: Dylan Harper & Ace Bailey vs....

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2025/02/07

In the latest Locked On NBA Big Board podcast, Rafael and James Barlowe break down the Rutgers vs. Illinois matchup, which featured four potential first-round picks in the 2025 NBA Draft. They open with Dylan Harper’s dominant performance, highlighting how he made a statement against Illinois’s Kasparas Jakucionis, even though the two didn’t spend much time guarding each other. In the second segment, they dive into Jakucionis’ evaluation, discussing why he’s a tough prospect to gauge and his

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00:33:48

Hidden Gems Part 2: 2025 NBA Draft Deep Sleepers -...

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2025/02/06

In this second installment of Hidden Gems: Deep Sleepers in the 2025 NBA Draft, Rafael and James Barlowe take an even deeper dive into under-the-radar prospects who could have NBA futures. Whether through intriguing analytics, standout physical tools, or sheer production, these players have caught their attention despite being overlooked by mainstream draft coverage. From versatile wings to high-upside guards, the Barlowe brothers break down why these deep sleepers deserve more attention and how

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00:33:56

Hidden Gems: Deep Sleepers in the 2025 NBA Draft

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2025/02/05

In this episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board podcast, brothers Rafael and James Barlowe dive deep into the 2025 NBA Draft class, identifying what they consider "deep sleepers"—prospects flying under the radar but possessing the potential to carve out NBA careers, whether through two-way contracts or training camp invites. The Barlowe brothers discuss the process of pinpointing these hidden gems, considering factors such as analytics, physical tools, and overall production. They highlight several

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00:36:54

Live Scouting Duke vs. North Carolina at Cameron...

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2025/02/04

In the latest episode of Locked On NBA Big Board, host Rafael Barlowe and guest Krysten Peek discuss the shocking Luka Dončić trade and reflect on where they were when they first heard the news. The main focus of the episode, however, is Peek’s firsthand experience attending the Duke vs. North Carolina showdown at Cameron Indoor Stadium—widely considered the best rivalry in college basketball. Barlowe mentions that witnessing a game there is a bucket-list experience for him, while Peek shares her

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00:35:48

Mavericks Swap Luka Doncic for Anthony Davis & 2029...

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2025/02/03

In this episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board podcast, Rafael Barlowe and Richard Stayman react to the shocking blockbuster trade that sent Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers in exchange for Anthony Davis. The hosts open by sharing where they were when the news broke before diving into the trade's implications for both franchises. They question why Dallas would move on from a 25-year-old, five-time All-NBA talent for an aging Davis, especially without securing significant draft capital in

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00:36:42

John Calipari’s Return To Lexington & Kentucky’s Best...

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2025/02/01

In this episode of Locked On NBA Big Board, Rafael Barlowe and Leif Thulin break down Kentucky’s top NBA prospects just hours before John Calipari’s highly anticipated return to Lexington as the head coach of Arkansas. With Kentucky ranked No. 12 and having a strong season, the Wildcats face an unusual situation—there’s no clear-cut first or second-round pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, a stark contrast to the Calipari era, where Kentucky consistently produced multiple first-rounders. Rafael and Leif

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00:36:22

Rafael vs James Part III: Ace Bailey or VJ Edgecombe?...

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2025/01/31

In this episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board podcast, Rafael and James Barlowe engage in their third debate over the potential No. 3 pick in the 2025 NBA Draft. This time, the discussion centers around Ace Bailey and VJ Edgecombe, both of whom delivered standout performances—Bailey dropping 37 points against Northwestern just a day after Edgecombe exploded for 30 versus BYU. While Bailey has been a mainstay in Rafael’s top three all season, he had cooled on Edgecombe after some underwhelming

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00:31:36

Edgecombe, Demin & Catchings Headline Live Scouting...

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2025/01/30

Rafael Barlowe is joined by Krysten Peek, who was live in attendance for the BYU vs. Baylor matchup on Tuesday night. With over 30 NBA scouts in attendance, top prospects delivered strong performances that reinforced their draft stock. Peek shares her first-hand takeaways on Egor Demin’s play, VJ Edgecombe’s continued hot shooting in conference action, and standout moments from Kanon Catchings, Richie Saunders, and Rob Wright III. In the final segment, Peek—one of the most well-connected analysts in

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