Locked On NBA Big Board is your daily deep dive into the exciting world of NBA draft prospects, player rankings and scouting reports. Hosted by NBA Draft Analyst Rafael Barlowe from NBA Draft Junkies, and author of the NBA Big Board newsletter, and joined by Richard Stayman, Sam Ferris, and Leif Thulin, Locked On NBA Big Board will break down the NBA Draft and give NBA fans a deep look as they review top prospects and uncover hidden gems. With great guests, mock drafts, expert insights, and ...
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Another Broncos podcast?! No, it’s Not Another Bucking Podcast. Hosted by The Athletic beat writer Nick Kosmider, this new audio coverage of the Mile High City’s football club will feature a rotating cast of guests who will bring sharp insight, good-natured humor and varying perspectives about the Broncos, the NFL at large and, well, maybe a bit of life thrown in. We want to explore the aspects of the team you care about and introduce you to new trends, stories and insight about the team alo ...
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Eye On College Basketball
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CBS Sports’ official college basketball podcast is the most entertaining and informative of its kind. Gary Parrish and Matt Norlander bring the sport into your ears at least three times per week with commentary, reporting, insider information and statistical analysis throughout college basketball all year long.
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The NBCOT exam prep podcast that one of your fellow occupational therapists wishes he had when he was studying. If you're looking for NBCOT exam study guides, tricks, tips and content reviews, you've come to the right place. Whether you're days, weeks, months or years away from being a licensed occupational therapist, you'll find something helpful along the way.
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A weekly fantasy football podcast from Football Absurdity, the website that brings you Beersheets
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One-on-One with Nique Clifford: Inside His Journey to the 2025 NBA Draft
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26:26On this episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board Podcast, I sat down with Colorado State wing Nique Clifford to talk through his path to the 2025 NBA Draft. We dive into his transition from Colorado to Colorado State, how that move unlocked a new level of production, and why he’s the best rebounding wing in this entire draft class. Nique opens up abo…
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NBA Combine Reactions: Tahaad Pettiford, Maxime Raynaud, Miles Byrd Lachlan Olbrich & more
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26:48In part two of the Locked On NBA Big Board podcast, brothers Rafael and James Barlowe pick up where they left off, breaking down day one of the NBA Combine scrimmages after their previous episode was cut short. The episode features a spirited debate between the two over Tahaad Pettiford versus Jase Richardson, diving into questions of upside, fit, …
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Will the Broncos Deliver A Merry Christmas? - NFL Schedule Reactions
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34:28Nick Kosmider, Denver Broncos beat reporter for The Athletic, breaks down the teams schedule. Week 1: Titans Week 2: at Colts Week 3: at Chargers Week 4: Bengals (MNF) Week 5: at Eagles Week 6: Jets (London) Week 7: Giants Week 8: Cowboys Week 9: at Texans Week 10: Raiders (TNF) Week 11: Chiefs Week 12: BYE Week 13: at Commanders (SNF) Week 14: at …
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Is Dylan Harper the Right Fit in San Antonio’s Backcourt? + Draft Combine Scrimmage Standouts
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24:30In the latest episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board podcast, Rafael and James Barlowe delve into the San Antonio Spurs' options with the No. 2 pick in the 2025 NBA Draft. While Rutgers' Dylan Harper is the consensus projection at that spot, the Barlowe brothers explore potential concerns regarding his fit alongside De'Aaron Fox and Stephon Castle …
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Combine Day One Takeaways: Testing Results, Rumors, and Risers
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23:19In this episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board Podcast, hosts Rafael and James Barlowe recap Day 1 of the 2025 NBA Draft Combine, where prospects participated in athletic testing, shooting drills, and on-court work. The Barlowe brothers highlight who stood out and impressed scouts, including big performances from Mark Sears, Chaz Lanier, Dink Pate …
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2025 Lottery Mock Draft: Cooper Flagg, Dylan Harper are clear 1/2. Projecting teams for Tre Johnson, Ace Bailey, VJ Edgecombe, Kon Knueppel, Jeremiah Fears, Derik Queen + more
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1:13:38Gary Parrish and Matt Norlander perform a post-NBA Draft Lottery Mock on today's episode of Eye On College Basketball. 00:00 - Start 00:50 - How do you feel about the Dallas Mavericks winning the number 1 pick? 11:25 - No. 1 Dallas Mavericks - Cooper Flagg (Duke) 19:51 - No. 2 San Antonio Spurs - Dylan Harper (Rutgers) 22:46 - No. 3 Philadelphia 76…
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Dallas Wins Lottery: Combine Reactions, Draft Fits, and the Giannis Ripple Effect
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28:12On this episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board Podcast, Rafael Barlowe and James Barlowe break down a stunning Day 1 at the 2025 NBA Draft Combine. The big headline: the Dallas Mavericks defy the odds with just a 1.8% chance to win the lottery and now hold the No. 1 pick—putting them in prime position to select Cooper Flagg. The Barlowe brothers ex…
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Jeff Krisko, Walker Kelly & Mike Valverde run down their top-ten players at quarterback and running back. Next week: wide receivers and tight ends! https://cdn.footballabsurdity.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/cottagecheesefudge.mp3By Football Absurdity
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2025 NBA Draft Lottery Predictions + What the Barlowe Brothers Want to See at the 2025 NBA Combine
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34:14In this episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board Podcast, hosts Rafael and James Barlowe dive into the excitement surrounding the 2025 NBA Draft Lottery, where teams are anxiously hoping for the chance to select top prospects like Cooper Flagg or Dylan Harper. The Barlowe Brothers then shift their focus to the G League Elite Camp, highlighting five s…
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One-on-One with Maxime Raynaud: The Most Skilled Big in the 2025 NBA Draft
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38:29In this episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board Podcast, host Rafael Barlowe sits down with Stanford's Maxime Raynaud to discuss his remarkable journey from an unheralded freshman averaging just four points per game to a standout senior season. Raynaud's transformation culminated in a historic year where he ranked second in the ACC in scoring, led t…
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Evaluating the Top Jumbo Playmakers in the 2025 NBA Draft — Who’s Really a Primary Ball Handler?
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35:12In a recent episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board Podcast, brothers Rafael and James Barlowe delved into the intriguing group of jumbo playmakers in the 2025 NBA Draft class—prospects listed at 6'6" or taller who blend size with advanced playmaking skills. The discussion centered on Egor Demin, Kasparas Jakucionis, Dink Pate, Neoklis Avdalas, and …
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One-on-One with Kobe Sanders: Inside the Draft Journey of the 6'8" PG Climbing NBA Draft Boards
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22:58In this episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board Podcast, host Rafael Barlowe sits down for an exclusive one-on-one interview with Nevada’s Kobe Sanders, one of just 75 players invited to the 2024 NBA Draft Combine. Sanders, a 6’8 point guard with jumbo playmaking skills, made the rare leap from the Portsmouth Invitational directly to the NBA Combine…
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Mailbag 📨CBB fantasy draft; extend the season; should computers replace selection committee; how fast can Parrish run a mile?
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1:17:39Want one of your questions on a future episode? Email us: [email protected]. On today’s ep: A smorgasbord of listener questions, including: Which coach has the longest tenure without a Sweet 16? Will the college 3-point line move again? Which coach is most likely to use ChatGPT? Is Norlander the Ryan Reynolds of college sports podcasters? 16:24…
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2025 NBA Combine Invite List: Who’s In, Who’s Missing and Who Needs to Show Out
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34:25In the latest episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board podcast, Rafael Barlowe, James Barlowe, and Richard Stayman react to the official 2025 NBA Combine invite list released on May 2nd. The trio breaks down the top prospects they’re eager to watch in Chicago and discuss the growing trend of elite players skipping 5-on-5 scrimmages, questioning how m…
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Breaking news/quickie bonus pod! St. John’s replacing UCLA in CBS Sports Classic, meaning Rick Pitino will face Kentucky next season
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12:31Pitino vs Pope! 🎵 Theme song: "Timothy Leary," written, performed and courtesy of Guster Eye on College Basketball is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow our team: @EyeonCBBPodcast @GaryParrishCBS @MattNorlander @Kyle_Boone @DavidWCobb @NataTheScribe Visit the bett…
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Leif Thulin’s Bold Take: Cooper Flagg = Jayson Tatum (Or Better?)
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33:55In this episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board podcast, Leif Thulin joined Rafael Barlowe to share why he believes Cooper Flagg has the potential to be equal to—or even better than—Jayson Tatum at the NBA level. While Flagg enters the 2025 NBA Draft cycle as the consensus projected No. 1 pick with comparisons ranging from Kawhi Leonard to Andrei Ki…
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James Barlowe’s Big Board 4.0 – Part II: Breaking Down the Back Half of the Lottery
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32:38In Part 2 of James Barlowe’s Big Board 4.0, the Locked On NBA Big Board Podcast wraps up its two-part breakdown of the projected 2025 NBA Draft lottery. After sharing his top 7 picks in Part 1, James returns to reveal prospects ranked 8 through 14. Rafael Barlowe challenges James not just on why he’s high on each player, but also asks him to unpack…
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UConn keeps Karaban, cements top-10 status; Coward picks Duke; Alijah Arenas update; Illinois’ Euro roster invasion; Shaq is GM at Sacramento St.
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1:12:59UConn got a huge boost with the return of Alex Karaban on Tuesday. Huskies look top-10 good heading into next season, according Gary Parrish and Matt Norlander. Plus: How good is Duke's big portal get Cedric Coward? Will Brad Underwood's ploy to load up on Balkan-bred basketball players make Illinois a Final Four contender? Plus: How much is Shaqui…
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James Barlowe’s Big Board 4.0 – Part I: Freshmen Leading the 2025 NBA Lottery
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31:33In the latest episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board Podcast, host Rafael Barlowe is joined by James Barlowe to unveil Part 1 of his Big Board 4.0, highlighting the top 14 prospects he believes should be lottery picks in the 2025 NBA Draft. This installment focuses on the top 7 players, with a heavy freshman presence dominating the early ranks. Jam…
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Adding Strength to Strength - Round 1 Aftermath
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19:43Nick Kosmider, Denver Broncos beat reporter for The Athletic, breaks down the team's first round pick of Jahdae Barron.By buckingpodcast
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Pushing the Agenda: Why James Barlowe Believes Derik Queen Can Be the Next Alperen Şengün
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32:01On this episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board Podcast, Rafael Barlowe is joined by James Barlowe, who’s got an agenda to push: Derik Queen can be as good as Alperen Şengün. With Şengün earning his first All-Star nod in 2025 and leading the Houston Rockets to the No. 2 seed in the Western Conference, James believes Queen shares a similar offensive …
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High Floor, Low Risk: Leif Thulin’s Safest Picks in the 2025 NBA Draft
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28:11In this episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board Podcast, Rafael Barlowe is joined by Leif Thulin to spotlight the safest bets in the 2025 NBA Draft class — the prospects with the highest floors. Leif breaks down why he believes Duke’s Kon Knueppel, Rutgers’ Dylan Harper, Arizona’s Carter Bryant, and UConn’s Liam McNeeley project as reliable long-ter…
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Portal = closed🚪Analysis on St. John’s, Duke, Memphis, Kentucky, etc. and GP’s new Top 25. PLUS: Guster joins Norlander at the top and debuts our new theme song!
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1:25:12Special episode here! Before we get to all the portal talk, you'll notice a surprise intro. Longtime listeners are aware that one of Matt Norlander’s all-time favorite bands is Guster. And after literal years of waiting, the pod has a new intro theme song. So, to commemorate this, Norlander invited on two Gusters to introduce the song. Entertaining…
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Leif Thulin’s Highest Ceiling Prospects in the 2025 NBA Draft
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24:51In this episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board Podcast, host Rafael Barlowe is joined by Leif Thulin for a deep dive into the top high-upside prospects in the 2025 NBA Draft class. The conversation centers around the players Leif believes have the highest ceilings, with in-depth breakdowns of Ace Bailey’s shot making, Derik Queen’s advanced skill s…
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2025 NBA Draft Updates: Ace Bailey Declares, Drake Powell Enters, Boogie Fland Weighs Options
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28:28On the April 23rd episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board Podcast, Rafael Barlowe breaks down a busy day of NBA draft declarations, headlined by projected top-three pick Ace Bailey officially entering the 2024 NBA Draft. Rafael shares his analysis on Bailey’s explosive athleticism, scoring upside, and long-term ceiling. He then pivots to North Carol…
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2025 Jordan Brand Classic Reactions: Kiyan Anthony, Caleb Wilson, AJ Dybantsa, Cameron Boozer & more
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29:39In this episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board podcast, Krysten Peek joins Rafael Barlowe to recap her experience covering the 2025 Jordan Brand Classic in Washington, D.C.—a premier all-star showcase for high school seniors. Peek shares her on-site impressions of several top prospects, including Kiyan Anthony, Caleb Wilson, AJ Dybantsa, and Camero…
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Walker Kelly, Mike Valverde & Jeff Krisko preview their top-six consensus tight ends for fantasy football purposes, review their tight end Trey Ragas Memorial Picks, and complete a one-round mock draft! We will be back on Friday Night to review round one and live react to round two! To hear that, sign up for our Patreon for $3/month! https://cdn.fo…
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Breaking News – Cooper Flagg Declares for 2025 NBA Draft + VJ Edgecombe, Hugo Gonzalez & Nate Ament
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28:46In this episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board podcast, Rafael Barlowe dives into a packed slate of draft declarations and breaking news, headlined by Cooper Flagg officially entering the 2025 NBA Draft. Widely projected as the No. 1 overall pick, Flagg is now fully committed to the NBA, and Barlowe breaks down what makes him a generational prospec…
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LIVE SCOUTING FROM PORTSMOUTH: 2025 PIT Standouts with Richard Stayman
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33:42In a recent episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board podcast, host Rafael Barlowe welcomed Richard Stayman, who provided firsthand insights from the 2025 Portsmouth Invitational Tournament (PIT). As a historic four-day event, the PIT serves as a premier showcase for graduating seniors aiming to elevate their NBA draft stock. Stayman highlighted stand…
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Here are the results for the Not Another Bucking Mock Draft: 1. Titans - Cam Ward 2. Browns - Travis Hunter 3. Giants - Abdul Carter 4. Patriots - Will Campbell 5. Jaguars - Mason Graham 6. Raiders - Ashton Jeanty 7. Jets - Armand Membou 8. Panthers - Tyler Warren 9. Saints - Shedeur Sanders 10. Bears - Jalon Walker 11. 49'ers - Will Johnson 12. Co…
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Inside the 2025 NBA Draft Decisions: Who’s Testing, Who’s Declared, and and Million-Dollar NIL Moves
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35:04On this episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board Podcast, host Rafael Barlowe delivers an updated 2025 NBA Draft tracker loaded with key names and fresh intel on where things stand. Rafael breaks down the top prospects who have officially declared for the draft, including Dylan Harper, Tre Johnson, Derik Queen, Jeremiah Fears, and more. He also highl…
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Unlocking VJ Edgecombe: The Offseason Plan That Could Make Him Special
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35:22In this episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board Podcast, brothers Rafael and James Barlowe dive deep into the game of projected top-five pick VJ Edgecombe. While Edgecombe’s elite athleticism and defensive upside make him one of the most tantalizing prospects in the 2025 NBA Draft, the Barlowe brothers take a trainer’s-eye view to highlight where th…
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Should He Stay or Go? Cedric Coward’s First-Round Buzz vs. NIL Payday
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34:26In this episode of Locked On NBA Big Board, Rafael and James Barlowe dive into the big decision looming for Washington State’s Cedric Coward. Despite being limited to just six games due to a shoulder injury, Coward has generated real first-round buzz thanks to his intriguing blend of positional size and shooting ability. NBA scouts have taken notic…
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Should He Stay or Go? Carter Bryant’s NBA Draft Dilemma
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35:19In this episode of Locked On NBA Big Board, brothers Rafael and James Barlowe dive into the stay-or-go dilemma facing Arizona freshman Carter Bryant. Despite modest averages of six points and four rebounds per game, Bryant remains on NBA radars due to his impressive physical profile and defensive potential. The conversation explores whether that up…
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LOCKED ON EXCLUSIVE: Krysten Peek Goes One-on-One with Nate Ament, Mikel Brown Jr. & More
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29:19In this episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board podcast, Krysten Peek sits down for exclusive one-on-one interviews with five standout prospects from the 2025 Nike Hoop Summit—offering an early look at players expected to make noise in the 2026 NBA Draft cycle. Krysten speaks with Nate Ament about his rapid rise up the rankings and remaining uncommi…
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Coaching carousel recap and deep dive: Thoughts + intel on all 14 high-major changes, plus the most notable mid-major job swaps
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1:23:02The dust has (almost entirely) settled with the coaching carousel in 2025. Now it's time to assess the new faces in new places ... and get some backstory on some of the most notable movers and shakers from the past month-plus. From Indiana to Texas, Xavier to Maryland, Iowa to Miami and much more, check in with Gary Parrish and Matt Norlander as go…
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Nike Hoop Summit Deep Dive: Krysten Peek’s On-Site Observations
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36:06In this episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board, host Rafael Barlowe is joined by Krysten Peek to recap the 2025 Nike Hoop Summit. Krysten was live in Portland for the event, attending practices throughout the week and offering inside scoop on which prospects impressed behind the scenes. She explains why what happens in practice often carries more w…
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Prospects Worth a Closer Look: James Barlowe’s Underrated NBA Prospect Watchlist
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35:36On this episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board Podcast, James Barlowe joins his brother and host Rafael Barlowe to spotlight a group of under-the-radar prospects he believes the scouting community needs to take a closer look at. James makes the case for Stanford’s Maxime Reynaud, Chinese big man Hansen Yang, California sophomore Andrej Stojakovic, …
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Final Four postmortem: More reflections on Florida-Houston; GP + Norlander share after-hours stories from San Antonio; first look at offseason Top 25 And 1
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1:03:49READ: Norlander on the river with the Gators Because Norlander was on reporting duty late Monday night, he and GP had to link up Thursday for one last look back at the Final Four, San Antonio and the NCAA Tournament. A fun episode with some good stories inside! 03:07 - Looking back one more time at Florida's win over Houston 24:54 - Norlander'es To…
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Eye Test vs. The Numbers: Breaking Down Ace Bailey’s NBA Potential
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27:40In this episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board Podcast, Rafael Barlowe continues his “Eye Test vs. The Numbers” series with a deep dive on Rutgers freshman and potential top 3 pick Ace Bailey. In the first segment, Barlowe shares his personal scouting notes, highlighting what stands out on film. In the second segment, he compares those observations…
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Leif Thulin Drops BIG BOARD 1.0 – Who’s Rising After March Madness?
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34:36In a recent episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board Podcast, hosts James Barlowe and Leif Thulin delved into Leif's Big Board 1.0, released shortly after the Final Four. They provided in-depth analysis of several top prospects, including Cooper Flagg, Tre Johnson, Derik Queen, and Thomas Haugh. #NBADraft #LockedOnNBABigBoard #NBADraft2025 #CooperFl…
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March Madness 2025 National Championship Recap- FLORIDA HAS EPIC COMEBACK TO BEAT HOUSTON, WIN TITLE
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54:28The Florida Gators are your national champions. We gotta discuss how awesome that game was. 00:45 - The Florida Gators are your National Champions. Beat Houston 65 - 63. 20:54 - An in-depth coaching conversation on Kelvin Sampson 29:05 - An in-depth coaching conversation on Todd Golden Eye on College Basketball is available for free on the Audacy a…
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