On this episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board podcast, hosts Rafael and James Barlowe dive into the game of Croatian 7-foot-2 sensation Zvonimir Ivišić. After an eye-catching debut at Kentucky, "Big Z" transferred to Arkansas to follow John Calipari, bringing with him one of the most unique skill sets of any big man in college basketball. The hosts analyze Ivišić's rare combination of size, mobility, and shooting touch, comparing his offensive versatility to a scaled down version of Kristaps Porziņģis, while also discussing his potential as an elite rim protector. They also explore his recent transfer to Arkansas, what that means for his development, and how his unique skill set projects at the NBA level. The Barlowe brothers debate whether Ivišić should be considered the top returning big man NBA prospect and Rafael raises the question of whether Ivišić is being overshadowed by the highly touted freshman class, despite his clear NBA potential and seamless fit as a modern stretch-five. Tune in as they analyze his strengths, weaknesses, and how he stacks up in the draft conversation.

NBA Draft analyst Rafael Barlowe from NBA Draft Junkies and current author of the NBA Big Board newsletter is joined by Richard Stayman (@MavsDraft), James Barlowe, and Leif Thulin to breakdown the NBA Draft. Rafael & Team gives passionate NBA Draft fans a deep look into the NBA Draft with great guests, Mock Draft, player rankings, and of course BIG BOARDs. Part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LONBABigBoard?sid=YouTube Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNBA #NBADraft #NBA #NBAMockDraft #MockDraft #NBABigBoard #NBACombine

In this episode of Locked On NBA Big Board, host Rafael Barlowe is joined by Alec Kichian (@draftpoint2024) to break down the top non-college prospects who made noise in international play this summer. The duo kicks off the episode by covering the highly anticipated showdown between Cameron Boozer and AJ Dybantsa in San Diego last weekend. Both players also headlined a dominant Team USA U17 squad this summer, a team that could go down as one of the best U17 teams ever. Barlowe and Kichian dive into the performances of Boozer and Dybantsa, discussing which player stands out more as the top NBA prospect. The debate over who will be the No. 1 prospect in the 2026 NBA Draft has already started, and it’s a battle that could fuel discussions for years to come. The conversation shifts to France’s international standouts, with Kichian breaking down Nolan Traore’s scoring and playmaking performances. Barlowe highlights Hugo Yimga’s physical presence, noting how he excelled against older competition, while they both discuss Nathan Soliman’s long-term potential. They also touch on the immense—and perhaps unfair—expectations for Soliman, who is already being labeled as France’s "next great prospect," despite being at least four years away from the NBA Draft. In the final segment, Kichian shares his insights on Serbia’s Andrej Bjelic, who turned heads with his scoring and shooting ability at the U16 European Championship this summer. Throughout the episode, Barlowe and Kichian provide detailed scouting reports, offer unique insights into each player’s strengths, and discuss how these prospects could shape future NBA draft classes.

NBA Draft analyst Rafael Barlowe from NBA Draft Junkies and current author of the NBA Big Board newsletter is joined by Richard Stayman (@MavsDraft), James Barlowe, and Leif Thulin to breakdown the NBA Draft. Rafael & Team gives passionate NBA Draft fans a deep look into the NBA Draft with great guests, Mock Draft, player rankings, and of course BIG BOARDs. Part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LONBABigBoard?sid=YouTube Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNBA #NBADraft #NBA #NBAMockDraft #MockDraft #NBABigBoard #NBACombine

On this episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board Podcast, Rafael Barlowe and co-host Leif Thulin dive deep into Duke’s incredibly talented roster and explore whether the Blue Devils might actually have too much talent this season. They break down potential starting lineups, including whether star freshman Cooper Flagg and dominant big man Khaman Maluach can coexist on the floor. Rafael and Leif discuss how this dynamic could impact Duke's spacing and whether Flagg, with the immense expectations surrounding him, can live up to the hype. The duo also examines the development of Tyrese Proctor, who had a solid sophomore season but remains a bit of a question mark in terms of draft stock in a deep 2025 class. They also highlight the potential of Caleb Foster, whose sharpshooting and breakout performances last season make him a key player. In the final segment, they focus on veteran additions like Mason Gillis and Sion James, along with incoming freshmen Kon Knueppel and Isaiah Evans, to discuss which non-freshman will have the biggest impact. They wrap up by ranking Duke’s NBA prospects and analyzing how this wealth of talent could shape the Blue Devils’ season.

NBA Draft analyst Rafael Barlowe from NBA Draft Junkies and current author of the NBA Big Board newsletter is joined by Richard Stayman (@MavsDraft), James Barlowe, and Leif Thulin to breakdown the NBA Draft. Rafael & Team gives passionate NBA Draft fans a deep look into the NBA Draft with great guests, Mock Draft, player rankings, and of course BIG BOARDs. Part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LONBABigBoard?sid=YouTube Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNBA #NBADraft #NBA #NBAMockDraft #MockDraft #NBABigBoard #NBACombine