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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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00:36:03

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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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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