In 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 and Cedric Coward. They also dive into key decisions from players with remaining college eligibility, such as Isaiah Evans and Boogie Fland, who withdrew from the Combine to return to school. In the final segment, Rafael and James share some behind-the-scenes rumors and discuss a few players who struggled to boost their draft stock on Day 1.

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On 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 explore what this means for the Mavericks future. They also dive into the San Antonio Spurs landing the No. 2 pick and the tantalizing prospect of pairing Dylan Harper with Victor Wembanyama. In the second segment, they unpack the official measurements from the combine, highlighting whose draft stock could shift depending on unexpected wingspans or height listings. The episode wraps with the shockwaves from Giannis Antetokounmpo's openness to new destinations, and how his situation could reshape the draft and the summer trade market.

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In 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 standout performers who earned invitations to the NBA Draft Combine. To close out the episode, Rafael and James preview what they're most looking forward to at the Combine — from which prospects will participate in 5-on-5 scrimmages, to who may opt out of shooting drills, and how these decisions might impact draft stock.

Timestamps:

2:15 – Lottery Predictions
4:40 – Dylan Harper
6:28 – Tankathon Simulation
12:34 – G League Elite Standouts
21:24 – What We're Looking Forward to at the 2025 NBA Combine

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In 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 the conference in rebounds, and became only the second seven-footer in NCAA history to make over 60 three-pointers. The conversation delves into Raynaud's development, his strengths on the court, and the daily regimen as he prepares for the NBA draft. Additionally, they explore the surge of French talent making waves in the NBA, highlighting the growing influence of international players in the league.

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In 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 Kobe Sanders. The Barlowe brothers evaluated each player's strengths and areas for improvement, providing insights into their potential roles at the NBA level. Rafael posed the critical question to James: do these prospects project as long-term primary ball handlers in the NBA? The conversation offered a nuanced look at how each player's unique skill set and physical attributes might translate to the next level, highlighting both their upside and the challenges they may face in adapting to the professional game.

Egor Demin – 1:42
Kasparas Jakucionis – 12:08
Dink Pate – 18:17
Neoklis Avdalas – 24:57
Kobe Sanders – 31:34

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In 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—bypassing the usual G League Elite Camp. In their conversation, Barlowe and Sanders dive into his unconventional path to the draft, the unique advantages of his size and skillset at the lead guard spot, and the work he's putting in during the pre-draft process. Sanders also opens up about his basketball beginnings, his identity off the court, and the specific areas of his game he's focused on sharpening heading into the next level.

In 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 many top names will actually participate. They highlight which fringe prospects need a standout week to secure their draft stock and analyze the evolving landscape with several players testing the waters while leveraging NIL deals as a lucrative fallback option. The episode wraps with a deep dive into Yaxel Lendeborg—arguably the top player in the transfer portal—and how his decision could reshape both the college and pro landscape.

2:41 – Discussion on which players the crew is most looking forward to seeing at the combine.
6:45 – Exploration of how many top prospects are expected to participate in combine activities, considering recent trends.
11:06 – Further analysis on the likelihood of top players participating in the combine.
13:22 – Identification of players who need a strong combine performance to solidify their draft stock.
21:41 – Insights into players testing the waters and the impact of NIL deals on their decisions to stay in the draft or return to college.
25:00 – Discussion on Yaxel Lendeborg's decision to either remain in the draft or play for Michigan, including considerations of his potential draft range and NIL earnings.

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In 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 Kirilenko, Leif made a bold case for a Tatum-level ceiling. He explained that at the same stage in their development, Flagg was already the better shooter, averaged more points per game, was a superior defender, and showcased more vision as a passer. With Tatum already a six-time All-Star, NBA champion, and multiple-time All-NBA selection, Leif’s take frames Flagg not just as an elite prospect, but as someone who could ultimately surpass a player on a Hall of Fame trajectory.

2:06 – Why Cooper Flagg could be equal to or better than Jayson Tatum
9:51 – Jayson Tatum's pre-draft scouting report from 2017
14:29 – The question: Is Jayson Tatum underrated?
20:10 – Flagg vs. Tatum as NBA prospects
26:40 – Career expectations for Cooper Flagg
29:30 – Could Cooper Flagg end up in Philly? The team that traded up for Markelle Fultz over Tatum

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