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LIVE SCOUTING FROM PORTSMOUTH: 2025 PIT Standouts with Richard Stayman Apr 21, 2025

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In 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 standout performances from the tournament, noting players who seized the opportunity to impress scouts and potentially secure spots in upcoming NBA combines. His observations offered listeners a glimpse into the prospects making waves at this pivotal pre-draft camp.

2:20 – Why the P.I.T?
5:00 – Standouts
5:16 – Zach Freemantle
7:27 – RJ Felton
11:01 – Moussa Cisse
14:00 – Nelly Junior Joseph
17:00 – Steven Ashworth
20:38 – Chucky Hepburn
23:19 – Nate Santos
25:32 – Jonnell Davis
26:40 – Tyson Degenhart
27:36 – Kobe Sanders
29:05 – John Poulakidas
30:40 – Sean Pedulla
31:46 – Matt Cleveland

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Inside the 2025 NBA Draft Decisions: Who’s Testing, Who’s Declared, and and Million-Dollar NIL Moves Apr 18, 2025

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On 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 highlights the big names still holding off on a formal announcement—Cooper Flagg, Khaman Maluach, and Ace Bailey—who are all expected to make decisions soon. The episode takes a deep dive into the players currently testing the waters, like Thomas Sorber, Tahaad Pettiford, and Alex Condon, and how NIL is playing a massive role in shaping the draft landscape. To close things out, Rafael spotlights prospects who opted to return to school or hit the transfer portal, including Xaivian Lee, Yaxel Lendeborg, and JT Toppin—who reportedly landed a staggering $4 million NIL deal to stay at Texas Tech. If you’re trying to stay ahead of the curve, this episode has everything you need to track the rising, the undecided, and the strategic movers in this evolving 2025 draft class.

Podcast Timestamps:

2:21 – Update on top prospects who have not yet declared: Cooper Flagg, Khaman Maluach, Ace Bailey

3:43 – Full rundown of declared prospects with scouting blurbs and draft range projections: Dylan Harper, Tre Johnson, Derik Queen, Jeremiah Fears, Kon Knueppel, etc.

17:57 – Fringe first-rounders who declared: Labaron Philon, Boogie Fland, Adou Thiero

23:25 – Players testing the waters while maintaining eligibility: Thomas Sorber, Tahaad Pettiford, Alex Condon

27:00 – Thoughts on international prospects + NIL’s impact: JT Toppin’s $4M return, and how NIL is shifting the draft calculus

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Unlocking VJ Edgecombe: The Offseason Plan That Could Make Him Special Apr 18, 2025

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In 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 the 6’5” wing still needs polish. From his struggles as a pull-up shooter to his surprising inefficiency finishing at the rim, Rafael and James break down the key areas where VJ must improve during his pre-draft process. They lay out a detailed offseason blueprint—touching on shooting mechanics, offensive creativity, and functional athleticism—that they believe could help unlock his full scoring potential. If you're serious about the NBA Draft and love scouting deep dives, this is an episode you don't want to miss.

Timestamps:
2:23 – VJ Edgecombe scouting report and strengths
11:16 – Barlowe brothers’ pre-draft game plan focused on pull-up shooting and offensive creativity
21:56 – How Edgecombe can improve as a finisher at the rim despite elite athleticism

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Should He Stay or Go? Cedric Coward’s First-Round Buzz vs. NIL Payday Apr 17, 2025

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In 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 notice—but so have college powerhouses. Programs like Duke, Alabama, and national champion Florida have reportedly reached out, and Coward is rumored to be receiving NIL offers north of $3 million. Rafael and James break down his game, debate whether his small sample size is enough to justify a first-round selection, and close the episode by offering their take on what Coward should do next.

Time Stamps:

2:08 - Ced Coward Background & Scouting Report – A look at Coward’s physical profile, skillset, and what stood out during his limited season at Washington State.

13:30 - Has He Done Enough? – Weighing the pros and cons of entering the draft vs. returning to school, despite the early exit due to injury.

22:18 - Rafael & James Weigh In – The final verdict: Should Ced Coward stay in school or go pro?

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Should He Stay or Go? Carter Bryant’s NBA Draft Dilemma Apr 16, 2025

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In 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 upside is enough to warrant a first-round selection or if he’d be better served returning to Tucson, especially with the rise of lucrative NIL deals that rival rookie salaries. The Barlowe brothers break down his scouting report, weigh the pros and cons of entering the draft versus staying in school, and ultimately give their verdict on what Carter Bryant should do.

Time Stamps:

2:00 - Carter Bryant Scouting Report – Breaking down Bryant’s physical tools, shooting potential, and defensive upside.

13:30 - Did He Do Enough? – Discussing whether his production matches the hype and if his freshman year justifies first-round consideration.

26:17 - Stay or Go? Rafael and James Decide – The brothers reveal their final thoughts and give their decision on what they believe Bryant should do next season.

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LOCKED ON EXCLUSIVE: Krysten Peek Goes One-on-One with Nate Ament, Mikel Brown Jr. & More Apr 16, 2025

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In 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 uncommitted. She talks to Mikel Brown Jr. about his performance throughout the week and his recruiting pitch to Ament. Darius Acuff discusses his commitment to Arkansas, while Trey McKenney talks about being a late addition to the game and heading to Michigan. Nik Khamenia closes the episode discussing his commitment to Duke, teaming up with the Boozer twins, and stepping into the spot vacated by Kon Knueppel.

Interview Timestamps:

2:04 – Nate Ament
7:16 – Mikel Brown Jr.
12:57 – Darius Acuff
16:45 – Trey McKenney
23:18 – Nik Khamenia
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Nike Hoop Summit Deep Dive: Krysten Peek’s On-Site Observations Apr 15, 2025

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In 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 weight than the actual game and shares her thoughts on the players who stood out the most. From standout performances to under-the-radar names that caught her eye, Krysten breaks down who helped their stock and how they looked over the course of the week.

Timestamps:

2:00 – Nike Hoop Summit
6:40 – Nate Ament
11:59 – AJ Dybantsa
15:25 – Cameron Boozer
18:09 – McDonald’s vs. Nike Hoop Summit
21:39 – Tounde Yessoufou
25:01 – Dame Sarr
31:55 – Bogi Markovic

Hashtags:

#NikeHoopSummit #NBADraft #NBADraft2025 #LockedOnNBA #NateAment #AJDybantsa #CameronBoozer #ToundeYessoufou #DameSarr #BogiMarkovic #DraftTalk #BasketballProspects #NBAProspects #HighSchoolBasketball

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Prospects Worth a Closer Look: James Barlowe’s Underrated NBA Prospect Watchlist Apr 15, 2025

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On 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, and Penn State’s Yanic Konan Niederhauser—four names flying under the mainstream radar but showing flashes of NBA intrigue. From Reynaud’s touch and size to Yang’s interior dominance, Stojakovic’s offensive feel, and Niederhauser’s defensive tools, James outlines why these prospects deserve more attention in draft circles.

Timestamps:

3:24 – Maxime Reynaud
14:18 – Hansen Yang
24:03 – Andrej Stojakovic
31:05 – Yanic Konan Niederhauser

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Eye Test vs. The Numbers: Breaking Down Ace Bailey’s NBA Potential Apr 09, 2025

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In 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 with the analytics—breaking down Bailey’s shot selection, shooting efficiency, and finishing at the rim, using Synergy data. Finally, Barlowe outlines the key areas for improvement that could help Bailey unlock his full NBA potential.

Timestamps:

2:06 - Rafael's scouting report
11:06 - Synergy data
19:18 - Areas for improvement

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Leif Thulin Drops BIG BOARD 1.0 – Who’s Rising After March Madness? Apr 08, 2025

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In 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.

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