In this episode of Locked On NBA Big Board, hosts Rafael and James Barlowe debate DJ Wagner’s decision to transfer to Arkansas for his sophomore season, following John Calipari. Once rated as the No. 1 player in the class of 2023, Wagner’s freshman year at Kentucky didn’t live up to expectations, and he now faces a crucial season to solidify his NBA draft stock. Rafael argues that Arkansas offers Wagner the perfect environment to hone his skills under a familiar coach, while James believes his draft prospects would be better served by playing at a school where he’d have a higher usage rate and more touches on the ball. They break down what Wagner needs to improve—particularly his shooting and finishing at the rim—and whether Arkansas can provide the right platform for him to reestablish himself as a top prospect. Tune in to hear Rafael and James’ spirited discussion on Wagner’s NBA future and what’s at stake in his sophomore 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.

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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