Episodes
Part two of thumbs up, thumbs down, or thumbs across on polarizing players like Cody Williams, Isaiah Collier, Zach Edey, and more
Published 05/10/24
Who are the most polarizing prospects in the 2024 NBA Draft? James, Richard, and Leif join for the first ever 3 person roundtable for a thumbs up, thumbs down, or thumbs across on the most polarizing prospects at the top of the draft.
Published 05/09/24
Leif Thulin and James Barlowe discuss in a class described as being devoid of stars, who are the All-Stars to be from the 2024 class. Is Rob Dillingham a star hiding in plain sight? Why is Sarr number 1 but not as likely to be an all star? Is All-Star Potential and most likely to be an All-Star a different question?
Published 05/07/24
Leif Thulin and Richard Stayman discuss who has the highest ceiling in this draft class and which players have the most likelihood to become All-stars. In what is considered a bad draft class, there are still stars to be had so Leif and Richard name players selected at the top of the draft who have the most potential to be all stars as well as which players are more likely than others even if there is less top end potential. Also, which long shots to be All-Stars do the duo like?
Published 05/07/24
Rich and Leif debate how small guards can stick in the NBA, and which small guards (6'3 and under) can stick as future veterans from this draft. This includes: Reed Sheppard & Rob Dillingham, Mark Sears, KJ Simpson, and Jamal Shead
Published 05/03/24
Leif Thulin and James Barlowe discuss Leif's first Big Board of the year. They analyze rankings 1-10 and discuss/ debate the roles they foresee for each player ranked within Leif's top 10. Leif outlines why he is high on Rob Dillingham, Dalton Knecht, and Cody Williams and James voices his thoughts on each player and lists where he has each ranked and why.
Published 05/02/24
Leif Thulin and Richard Stayman relay who filed as early entrants to the NBA and choose the top returners to college basketball for next season. Leif and Richard break down the games of Kwame Evans, Mo Krivas, Kylan Boswell, Roddy Gayle and Dillon Mitchell. They then analyze what each player must improve in order to make themselves more draftable next draft cycle.
Published 05/01/24
Which wings pose the best upside, and who of the bunch are the best sleepers? Who is someone you should invest in or brush off? Rich and Leif break these 2024 NBA Draft wing prospects down! Players discussed: Dillon Jones Jamir Watkins Jaylon Tyson Ryan Dunn Tristan Da Silva Sion James Johnny Furphy
Published 04/30/24
Leif Thulin and Richard Stayman analyze the art of shooting and rank and discuss their top 8 shooters in the 2024 NBA Draft. Leif and Richard also answer is volume or percentage a more valuable indicator for shooting success of a prospect. Is the ability to shoot and make more types of shots better than someone with a higher shooting percentage?
Published 04/26/24
In this episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board podcast, Rafael and James Barlowe explore James' most recent Mock Draft. Rafael plays the skeptic, questioning each of James' selections, while James provides explanations for his choices.
Published 04/25/24
In this episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board podcast, Rafael and James Barlowe explore James' most recent Mock Draft.
Published 04/25/24
Rafael and James Barlowe dive deep into James’ newest Mock Draft. Rafael adopts the role of skeptic, probing each of James' selections, while James passionately defends his choices.
Published 04/24/24
Richard Stayman recently joined Rafael Barlowe on the Locked On NBA Big Board podcast to discuss the cream of the crop among senior college basketball players at the 2024 Portsmouth Invitational Tournament.
Published 04/17/24
In Part II of our 2024 Nike Hoop Summit breakdown, Rafael and James Barlowe delve into Team USA's impressive 95-78 victory over the World Team.
Published 04/15/24
In the first part of the series on the 2024 Nike Hoop Summit, Rafael and James Barlowe dive into the standout players from the World Team, who were expected to challenge Team USA but fell short, losing by 23 points due to a lack of depth.
Published 04/15/24
Former G League Ignite prodigy Dink Pate has set his sights on an ambitious goal: eligibility for the upcoming 2024 NBA draft. At just 18 years old, Pate is looking to challenge the NBA's current early entrant rule, which mandates that players must be at least 19 years old during or before the calendar year of the draft, or one year removed from the graduation of their high school class.
Published 04/12/24
Join me on Locked On NBA Big Board as we break down the NCAA title game showdown between UConn and Purdue!
Published 04/09/24
Welcome to our special coverage of the 2024 NCAA Men's Basketball National Championship game! In this episode, we delve into the clash of titans as UConn's Donovan Clingan faces off against Purdue's Zach Edey in a battle for collegiate basketball supremacy.
Published 04/08/24
As Bronny James navigates the crossroads of college transfers and NBA aspirations, the basketball world eagerly awaits his next move. Will he stay in college to hone his skills, or take the leap into the professional realm?
Published 04/05/24
In this episode, hosts Rafael and James Barlowe delve into the standout performances and concerns arising from the 2024 McDonald's High School All American Game, a critical event for scouting future NBA talent.
Published 04/03/24
In this special Final Four preview episode of the NBA Big Board Podcast, hosts Rafael and James Barlowe delve into the top prospects from UConn's talented roster.
Published 04/01/24
In this special edition of the NBA Big Board Podcast, hosts Rafael and James Barlowe delve into the exciting world of NBA prospects from Alabama's Final Four squad. As the Crimson Tide gear up for the big stage, the Barlowe Brothers discuss the hidden gems within the team's talented roster.
Published 04/01/24
In this episode of the NBA Big Board Podcast, hosts Rafael and James Barlowe shine the spotlight on Purdue's Zach Edey, as the Boilermakers make their first Final Four run since 1980.
Published 04/01/24
In this episode of the NBA Big Board Podcast, hosts Rafael and James Barlowe delve into the rising NBA prospects from NC State's surprising Final Four team.
Published 04/01/24