NBA Draft Junkies Podcast
Hosted by brothers Rafael and James Barlowe, the NBA Draft Junkies Podcast delivers sharp, unfiltered insight into the world of NBA Draft prospects and beyond. With years of scouting experience and a deep passion for player development, the Barlowe brothers break down film, evaluate future stars, and offer unique perspectives you won’t find anywhere else. From high school standouts to international risers, this is your go-to source for all things NBA Draft.
Episodes
Rookie Report Vol. 5: Darryn Peterson's Progress, Mikel Brown's Debut & Meleek Thomas Gets Buckets
The 2026 NBA rookie class continues to provide plenty of storylines, and Rafael and James are back with another episode of NBA Draft Junkies to break down the latest preseason action.
The conversation begins with Darryn Peterson, the No. 2 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, who finished with 14 points and five assists in 24 minutes on Monday night. Rafael and James discuss what they've seen from
Rookie Report Vol. 4: Aday Mara & Bennett Stirtz Shine, AJ Dybantsa Impresses
It's time for NBA Draft Junkies Rookie Report Vol. 4, as Rafael and James continue breaking down the early performances of the 2026 NBA rookie class.
The Oklahoma City Thunder rookies are making plenty of noise this preseason. Aday Mara delivered another impressive all-around performance against Atlanta, finishing with 17 points, 10 rebounds, six assists and four blocks. Meanwhile, Bennett Stirtz
Sunday Rundown: Boozer vs. Wilson, Darius Acuff Shines & Duke's New Star
The Barlowe brothers are back! After hotel connection issues in Atlanta forced Rafael and James to postpone their usual Friday Rundown, NBA Draft Junkies Live returns for a special Sunday edition.
The brothers start with one of the most anticipated rookie matchups of the preseason, as former teammates Cameron Boozer and Caleb Wilson, the third and fourth picks in the 2026 NBA Draft, squared off i
Rookie Report Vol. 3: Dybantsa's First Look, Wilson's Flashes & Flemings Impresses
It's time for NBA Draft Junkies Rookie Report Vol. 3, as Rafael and James continue evaluating the 2026 NBA Draft class during the preseason.
The biggest headline is the debut of No. 1 overall pick AJ Dybantsa, who finished with 11 points, two rebounds, two assists and four steals in 23 minutes. They'll also take a deeper look at Caleb Wilson's 15 point performance on Wednesday night and Brayden B
Rookie Report Vol. 2: Darryn Peterson Bounces Back! Did the Rich Just Get Richer in OKC?
It's another edition of the NBA Draft Junkies Rookie Report, as Rafael and James break down the latest preseason performances from the 2026 NBA Draft class.
Darryn Peterson responded to a disappointing debut with 23 points, three rebounds and three assists, while Golden State's Yaxel Lendeborg led the Warriors with 17 points and nine rebounds in his second outing.
But the biggest storyline might
2026 NBA Rookies Make Their Preseason Debuts: Our First Impressions
The 2026 NBA Draft class is getting its first taste of NBA preseason basketball, and it's time for some early reactions. Rafael and James break down Darius Acuff's 19-point performance against the Lakers, Cameron Carr's 19 points in 22 minutes off the bench, Darryn Peterson's six point debut, Keaton Wagler's 15 points on 15 shots, Yaxel Lendeborg's 1-6 shooting night and Kingston Flemings' first g
LOST FILES: Duren Gets PAID, Knecht in Trouble, Hawkins Cut & Luke Paul to Duke
It's time for another NBA Draft Junkies Friday Rundown, as Rafael and James recap some of the biggest stories from across the basketball world.
Jalen Duren's long contract standoff with Detroit is finally over after the Pistons agreed to a five-year, $200 million deal just before the deadline. Meanwhile, Dalton Knecht's future with the Lakers has become uncertain amid reports that he could be the
2026 Border League Recap: Who Stood Out in Las Vegas?
The Border League gives scouts and basketball fans one of their first opportunities each fall to see some of the country's top high school prospects competing with their teams after an offseason of development.In this episode, Rafael and James recap the 2026 Border League in Las Vegas, discussing the players who impressed them, prospects who may have raised their stock and some of the biggest take
Is Matt Able This Year’s NBA Draft Breakout Prospect?
Matt Able showed enough as a freshman at NC State to put himself on the NBA radar, and a strong pre draft process only added to the intrigue before he ultimately returned to college.
Now the sophomore transfers across the state to North Carolina, where he'll play for former NBA championship coach Mike Malone and have an opportunity to turn last year's flashes into consistent production.
Rafael a
Mailbag Wednesday: 2027 Draft, Border League, OTE & NBA Rookies
It's Mailbag Wednesday, which means you control the conversation. Rafael and James take questions live from the audience while discussing some of the biggest topics across the basketball world, including early NBA Rookie of the Year candidates, what to make of the wide open 2027 NBA Draft and whether comparisons to the 2024 class are actually fair. They'll also preview the upcoming Border League i
Hugo Yimga Keeps Adding to His Game. How Good Can He Be?
Hugo Yimga entered the season as one of the most intriguing international prospects in the 2027 NBA Draft, but what makes his development particularly interesting is how much his game continues to change.
Once viewed largely through the lens of his physical tools, athleticism and defensive potential, Yimga has steadily added more skill to his offensive game. One of the biggest developments has be
NBA Media Day Headlines: Duren Drama, Ingram Injury, Baldy Lebron, Ja Morant & More
The NBA season is officially getting underway, and Media Day gave us plenty to talk about.
Rafael and James break down the latest Jalen Duren saga, including his absence from Pistons Media Day, Detroit's desire to keep him and reports of teams potentially exploring sign-and-trade possibilities. They also discuss the surprising news that Brandon Ingram underwent heel surgery and was found to have a
Rob Dillingham traded to Charlotte: Good Fit or Another Bad Situation?
Rob Dillingham is headed back home to North Carolina, but this could be much more than a homecoming.
After beginning his career in Minnesota and being traded to Chicago during his second season, the former No. 8 overall pick now gets another fresh start as he approaches a critical third NBA season. NBA
In this emergency episode, Rafael and James discuss whether Charlotte is finally the right
Duren’s $200M Gamble, Muurinen Cleared, Rivals Controversy + Recruiting News
It’s time for another NBA Draft Junkies Friday Rundown, where Rafael and James step outside the usual one-prospect format to cover some of the biggest stories from across the basketball world.This week, the conversation starts in the NBA with Jalen Duren betting on himself after reportedly turning down a massive extension from Detroit. What is Duren ultimately worth, and how much money is he riski
Will Stefan Joksimović Get the Opportunity to Prove He’s 2027’s Top International Prospect?
Stefan Joksimović enters this season with a reputation as the top international prospect in the 2027 NBA Draft. The question now is whether he'll actually get the opportunity to show why.
After a strong summer representing Slovenia at the FIBA U18 European Championship, Joksimović returned to Baskonia with significant NBA Draft expectations. But early in the season, his minutes have been limited,
2027 NBA Draft Mailbag: Prospects, Sleepers, Rankings & More
Tonight is all about your questions.
Rafael and James are going LIVE on YouTube and Facebook for an NBA Draft Junkies Mailbag, taking questions directly from the audience about the 2027 NBA Draft and more.
Which prospects are we too high or too low on? Who are the potential sleepers? Which returning players could make a major jump? Which freshmen could emerge as lottery picks? And who belongs in
Colben Landrew: UConn’s Best NBA Prospect or Not Yet?
Colben Landrew arrives at UConn as a consensus five-star recruit with a decorated résumé from Wheeler High School in Georgia, one of the country's most respected high school basketball programs. Now he steps into a UConn program loaded with talent and potential NBA prospects, creating one of the more interesting situations to follow in the 2027 NBA Draft.
The question isn't simply whether Landrew
Dash Daniels: Small Sample Size or Real Offensive Leap?
Dash Daniels has been on the NBA radar for years. The younger brother of Atlanta Hawks guard and former lottery pick Dyson Daniels, Dash has built his own reputation as a high-level defender with excellent size, instincts and feel for the game. His ability to defend multiple positions, rebound, make the extra pass and impact games without dominating the basketball has always made him an intriguing
NBA Draft Junkies Friday Rundown: Keyonte & Ausar Get PAID + Recruiting News
We're switching things up on Fridays.
Instead of focusing on one NBA Draft prospect, Rafael and James take a trip around the basketball world to discuss the biggest stories from the week across the NBA, college basketball, recruiting, the NBA Draft and international basketball.
This week's show starts with some serious money being handed out around the NBA. Keyonte George, the No. 16 pick in the
Can Michael Malone Unlock Neoklis Avdalas’ Untapped Potential?
Neoklis Avdalas entered his freshman season at Virginia Tech as a prospect Rafael and James were extremely high on, largely because there just aren't many players his size who can do some of the things he can do with the basketball.
But his freshman season wasn't always smooth. Avdalas averaged 12 points and 4.6 assists per game, showing plenty of flashes while also dealing with the inconsis
Let’s Talk 2027 NBA Draft: LIVE Q&A + Mailbag
Tonight is all about your questions.Rafael and James are going LIVE on YouTube and Facebook for an NBA Draft Junkies Mailbag, taking questions directly from the audience about the 2027 NBA Draft and more.Which prospects are we too high or too low on? Who are the potential sleepers? Which returning players could make a major jump? Which freshmen could emerge as lottery picks? And who belongs in the
Can Tounde Yessoufou Improve His NBA Draft Stock at St. John’s?
Tounde Yessoufou entered college with plenty of expectations as a McDonald’s All-American, and it didn't take long for him to establish himself as one of the country's most productive freshmen. Yessoufou averaged 17.8 points per game at Baylor and set the program's freshman single-season scoring record, showing the physicality, athleticism and scoring ability that had made him such a highly regard
Is Sayon Keita the Center With the Most Upside in the 2027 Draft Class?
North Carolina freshman Sayon Keita enters the 2026–27 season as one of the more intriguing young big men to watch in the 2027 NBA Draft. The seven-footer from Mali arrives in Chapel Hill after developing in FC Barcelona’s youth system, where he was able to gain valuable experience in one of the best developmental environments in European basketball, including opportunities around Barcelona’s seni
From the NBA to College Basketball: Monta Ellis Takes Over as Alcorn State GM
Timestamps00:42 — Rafael's first time watching Monta Ellis play
04:03 — Why Monta wanted to become GM of Alcorn State men's basketball
05:55 — The golden era of Mississippi basketball in the '90s and early 2000s
08:03 — Monta's game, his development on Mississippi playgrounds & his early Golden State Warriors years
10:05 — How Monta's basketball experience prepared him for the Alcorn State GM
Are We Sleeping on Arkansas’ J.J. Andrews? Why He Belongs in the Top 5 Conversation
J.J. Andrews has done a lot of winning.The Arkansas freshman arrives in Fayetteville after a decorated high school and grassroots career that included multiple state championships and back-to-back Peach Jam titles with Brad Beal Elite. He was also named the 2025 Nike EYBL MVP.His high school is even more impressive. As a senior at Little Rock Christian Academy, Andrews averaged 30.7 points, 16.9 r
Duke Is Loaded, But Is Patrick Ngongba II Their Best 2027 NBA Draft Prospect?
Patrick Ngongba II entered his sophomore season needing to prove he could take a significant step forward...and that's exactly what he did.After averaging just 3.9 points as a freshman, the Duke center jumped to 10.0 points and 5.7 rebounds per game while shooting 60.5% from the field. His season was interrupted by a foot injury in February, however, raising an interesting question about what his
Is the Quentin Coleman Hype Real?
Quentin Coleman's name has been gaining serious momentum entering his freshman season at Illinois. The 6'4" guard averaged 23.1 points, 6.1 rebounds and 3.9 assists as a senior, earned Gatorade Missouri Player of the Year honors and led Principia to a second consecutive state championship. He also helped Brad Beal Elite win the Nike EYBL Peach Jam championship and earned a spot on USA Basketball's
Dylan Mingo: One of 2027’s Most Exciting Prospects and Baylor’s Next Lottery Pick?
Dylan Mingo enters Baylor as one of the most intriguing guards in the 2027 NBA Draft conversation. The former five-star recruit starred for the legendary PSA Cardinals on the Nike EYBL circuit and his combination of size, length, ball handling and offensive creativity makes him an especially interesting NBA projection.
Mingo originally committed to North Carolina under Hubert Davis before reopenin
The NBA Is Getting Bigger: Is That Good News for Motiejus Krivas?
Motiejus Krivas has the size of an old-school center, but there may be more skill to his game than his numbers suggest.The 7'2", 260-pound Arizona big man averaged roughly 10 points, eight rebounds and two blocks in only 25 minutes per game last season. But Rafael believes those numbers don't fully capture Krivas' talent—and thinks he has the ability to make a significant leap and establish himsel
Amari Allen: Same Player, Different Height, Different Draft Stock?
Amari Allen wasn't one of the most hyped freshmen entering last season, but it didn't take long for the Alabama forward to get the attention of NBA scouts. Allen averaged 11.4 points, 6.9 rebounds and 3.1 assists, earned SEC All-Freshman honors and finished sixth in the conference in rebounding.
His versatility was enough for Rafael and James to view him as a first-round talent.
Then came the NBA
Thomas Haugh Will Be Almost 24 on Draft Night.....Does It Matter?
Thomas Haugh has been viewed as a potential NBA Draft pick for multiple seasons thanks to his positional size, skill and versatility. But after twice deciding to remain at Florida, Haugh enters another season facing a very different question: Is there anything left for him to prove?On NBA Draft Junkies Live, Rafael and James break down Haugh's NBA projection, what another year at Florida could add
What Should We Make of Braylon Mullins’ Freshman Season?
Braylon Mullins entered UConn with NBA positional size and a reputation as one of the best shooters in his class. The 6'6" wing showed flashes during a solid freshman season, but his 33% shooting from three fell short of expectations as ankle issues disrupted his year.
After considering the 2026 NBA Draft and ultimately returning to UConn, Mullins now has an opportunity to remind scouts why his sh
What More Can Tyler Tanner Do to Improve His Draft Stock?
Tyler Tanner went from averaging just 5.7 points as a freshman to becoming one of the best guards in college basketball as a sophomore. The Vanderbilt point guard exploded for 19.5 points, 5.1 assists and 2.4 steals per game, earning First-Team All-SEC and SEC All-Defensive honors while putting himself firmly on the NBA Draft radar.
After testing the 2026 NBA Draft process, Tanner ultimately
What Should We Expect From Baba Oladotun as a Freshman?
For years, Baba Oladotun has been viewed as one of the most talented prospects in his class. The skilled forward emerged as an elite recruit early in high school, spent time in the conversation for the No. 1 player in his class and even drew Kevin Durant comparisons because of his combination of size, perimeter skill and shot-making.
Those comparisons only became louder when Oladotun suited up for
Is Maximo Adams a One-and-Done NBA Draft Prospect?
Maximo Adams enters North Carolina as a highly regarded freshman, but James believes the 6'7" forward is being underrated as an NBA prospect — and could ultimately play his way into the lottery of the 2027 NBA Draft.
The former Sierra Canyon standout broke out on the EYBL circuit, earned McDonald’s All-American honors and now heads to Chapel Hill for his freshman season. On NBA Draft Junkies
Who Is Alex Wilkins? The 2027 NBA Draft Sleeper You Need to Know
James has been telling me for months that Alex Wilkins is one of the most underrated prospects in the 2027 NBA Draft — now it’s time to put that take on the record.
The 6'6" sophomore guard went from an under-the-radar recruit to averaging 17.8 points and 4.7 assists as a freshman at Furman before transferring to Kentucky.
He also introduced himself to a national audience in the NCAA Tournam
Miikka Muurinen: The Biggest Wild Card in the 2027 NBA Draft?
Arkansas freshman Miikka Muurinen might be one of the most fascinating evaluations in the 2027 NBA Draft.
The Finnish forward has the size, athleticism, motor and defensive tools to produce highlight-reel plays and quickly become a fan favorite. But beyond the dunks, blocks and flashes, there’s a much bigger question: How much game does Miikka Muurinen actually have right now?
After a
Brandon McCoy Jr.: How High Can He Go in the 2027 NBA Draft?
Michigan’s Brandon McCoy Jr. enters the season as one of the most physically gifted prospects in the 2027 NBA Draft. At 6’5” with a 6’10” wingspan, McCoy brings elite athleticism, defensive potential and physical tools that immediately stand out. But just how high can those tools take him, and could the development of his jump shot unlock another level to his NBA ceiling?
On NBA Draft Junkie
Why Isn’t Anthony Thompson in the No. 1 Pick Conversation?
Ohio State freshman Anthony Thompson is already projected as a potential top-10 pick in the 2027 NBA Draft, but should we be talking about him even higher?
At 6’9”, 215 pounds, Thompson brings an intriguing combination of size, athleticism and skill. He can handle the ball, create offense and knock down shots from the perimeter.
In a wide-open 2027 draft class, Rafael believes Thompson deserves to
Can Bruce Branch Become BYU’s Third Straight Lottery Pick?
Bruce Branch has spent the past few years playing alongside some of the best prospects in basketball. He played with Koa Peat at Perry High School before joining Caleb Holt at Prolific Prep. Now, the 6’7” BYU freshman gets his opportunity to be the guy. Maybe....
In this episode of NBA Draft Junkies Live, Rafael and James break down Branch’s game, if he'll get to be the main guy in a featured rol
Caleb Holt: How High Can He Go in the 2027 NBA Draft?
Arizona freshman Caleb Holt enters the season as one of the most highly regarded prospects in the 2027 NBA Draft. The 6’5”, 215-pound guard was a McDonald’s All-American, co-MVP of the McDonald’s All-American Game and has won three gold medals with Team USA.
Holt’s athleticism, defense, rebounding, motor and ability to impact winning are easy to buy. The bigger questions are what his offensive rol
James Plants His Flag: Why Abdou Toure Is a Top 10 Pick in 2027
Arkansas enters the season with the nation’s No. 1 recruiting class and several highly touted NBA prospects, but James believes one of the most overlooked players in the group could ultimately emerge as a top-10 pick: Abdou Toure. In this episode, recorded live on YouTube with interaction from viewers in the comments, Rafael and James break down Toure’s game, his impressive scoring résumé and what
NBA Draft Junkies Live: Tyran Stokes vs. the Field: Who’s Really No. 1 in 2027?
Tyran Stokes has been considered one of the top players in his class for years, but as he heads to Kansas, the race for the No. 1 pick in the 2027 NBA Draft is wide open.
In this episode, recorded live on YouTube with questions and interaction from viewers in the comments, Rafael and James break down Stokes’ game, make the case for and against him as the top prospect in the class, and discuss what
NBA Draft Junkies Live: How Much Should We Really Judge Alijah Arenas’ Freshman Year?
Alijah Arenas entered college as one of the most talented young guards in the country, but his freshman season was anything but normal. After recovering from a serious car accident and then undergoing knee surgery, Arenas didn't have a traditional offseason or preseason before eventually returning to the court. When he did play, the results were mixed. There were flashes of high-level shot creatio
FIBA U17 World Cup Breakdown: Team USA Dominates | Top NBA Prospects & International Stars
The Barlowe brothers are back with a full breakdown of the 2026 FIBA U17 World Cup after Team USA rolled to a gold medal, winning every game by an average of 46 points. Rafael and James discuss what stood out from Team USA’s dominant run while evaluating some of the tournament’s biggest NBA prospects, including Duke commit Joaquim Boumtje Boumtje , Beckham Black, A.J. Williams, C.J. Rosser, and se
Beckham Black Dominates as Team USA Crushes France | FIBA U17 Reaction
Rafael and James Barlowe break down Team USA's dominant victory over France in the opening game of the 2026 FIBA U17 World Cup, sharing their biggest takeaways from one of the tournament's most anticipated matchups. The Barlowe brothers discuss the standout performances from Team USA, led by point guard Beckham Black, whose impressive all around play showcased why he is considered one of the top y
2026 NBA Draft Recap: Biggest Surprises, Best Fits & Rookie of the Year Picks
Rafael and James Barlowe recap the first round of the 2026 NBA Draft, breaking down the biggest surprises, best team fits, and potential Rookie of the Year candidates from draft night. The Barlowe brothers share their thoughts on AJ Dybantsa landing with the Washington Wizards, Darryn Peterson heading to Utah, and debate which rookies are in the best position to make an immediate impact. They also
Rafael Barlowe Returns: AJ Dybantsa vs Darryn Peterson, Giannis Trade Scenarios & Draft Sleepers
After spending the season as an international scout for an NBA team, Rafael Barlowe is back behind the mic with his brother James Barlowe for another episode of NBA Draft Junkies.
The brothers examine the "Giannis Effect" and how the Giannis Antetokounmpo trade rumors continues to influence the draft. The Barlowe brothers debate whether AJ Dybantsa or Darryn Peterson deserves to be the No. 1 spot
Behind the Final 2026 Big Board
Dybantsa 1:01
Boozer 3:33
Peterson 5:16
Wilson 7:15
MBJ 9:24
Quaintance 10:53
Acuff 12:15
Burries 14:20
Wagler 15:42
Felmings 17:36
Mara 19:22
Yaxel 20:33
Swain 21:28
Johnson 22:36
Philon 24:15
Okorie 26:17
Ament 28:04
Carr 30:04
Steinbach 30:57
Anderson 31:43
Lopez 32:27
Peat 33:20
Cenac 35:00
Stirtz 35:50
Thomas 36:40
Graves 37:11
Evans 37:44
Reed 38:21
de larrea 39:06
Veesaar 40:02
NBA Draft Lottery + Combine Reactions
In this episode, host James Barlowe gives his analysis of the NBA Draft Lottery results, plus early reactions to official combine measurements and athletic testing results.
March Madness Notes Vol 1
In this episode, host James Barlowe talks about the opening weekend of the NCAA Tournament with breakdowns of player performances.
Dybantsa 2:20
Boozer 5:43
Peterson 8:26
Acuff 12:40
Tanner 15:25
Ament 17:27
Wagler 19:50
Burries 23:15
Mara 24:15
NCAA fans 27:10
The Loaded Wing Class
In this episode, host James Barlowe talks about the wing depth in the 2026 NBA Draft.
AJ 1:51
Swain 9:11
Ament 11:57
Lopez 17:00
Allen 19:28
2 Guard Talk
Peterson 3:22
Wagler 7:45
Carr 13:42
Tounde 17:33
Burries 22:13
Stirtz 25:38
Centers of Attention
Ngongba 2:00
Johnson 6:04
Mara 8:06
Steinbach 10:56
Quaintance 13:40
Krivas 18:32
Teams that need bigs 19:20
Who Is The Top Point Guard?
In this episode, host James Barlowe talks about the three man race for PG1 between Mikel Brown Jr, Kingston Flemings, and Darius Acuff Jr.
Behind the Big Board Vol 2
In this episode, James Barlowe takes you behind the reasoning for his Big Board Vol 2.
Peterson 1:15
Boozer 3:22
Dybantsa 4:51
Caleb 8:05
Flemings 10:30
Ngongba 11:56
Wagler 13:48
Mikel Brown 15:03
Jayden Q 16:30
Ament 17:48
Acuff 20:16
Cameron Carr 22:21
Philon 23:56
Peat 24:57
Swain 25:58
Burries 27:55
Yaxel 29:09
Cenac 30:01
Steinbach 31:12
Anderson 31:54
Lopez 34:02
Stirtz 35:21
Tounde 37:20
The Race for Number One
In this episode, host James Barlowe breaks down the race for the number one pick including a breakdown of the highly anticipated head-to-head matchup between Darryn Peterson and AJ Dybantsa.
Hot Shooting in Cold Weather
In this episode, host James Barlowe is joined by Latif Love to talk about how the cold weather could not stop some of the nation's best freshmen from heating up.
Flemings 1:20
Wagler 10:57
Dybantsa 22:11
Acuff 36:56
Fears JR 44:58
Mikel Brown 49:54
Caleb Wilson 56:56
Boozer 1:02:00
Ament 1:18:22
Conference Play Temperature Check
In this episode, host James Barlowe checks the temperature of Caleb Wilson, Alijah Arenas, Tyler Tanner and Nate Ament.
Arenas 2:07
Wilson 7:58
Tanner 13:37
Ament 17:28
Behind the Big Board
In this episode, James gives you his thought process behind his latest Big Board
Peterson 2:08
Dybantsa 3:14
Boozer 4:30
Flemings 6:38
JQ 8:40
Wilson 9:36
Brown jr 11:11
Philon 12:29
Peat 13:38
Wagler 14:29
Carr 16:10
Yaxel 18:00
Ngongba 19:15
Christian Anderson 20:52
Hannes 22:30
Yessoufou 23:20
Haugh 24:37
Acuff 25:52
Avdalas 28:10
Mullins 29:54
Lopez 30:50
Ament 32:00
Cenac 34:33
Stirtz 36:00
Conference Play Conversations Part 2
In the second part of the Conference Play Conversations, James and cohosts Leif Thulin and Latif Love talk in depth about the point guard class in the draft and also the respective rise/fall of Nate Ament and Keaton Wagler
Ament/Wagler 36:00
Conference Play Conversations Part 1
In the first of this two part series, James Barlowe and guest hosts Leif Thulin and Latif Love talk the conference openers for four projected lottery picks.
Peterson :45
Dybantsa 9:02
Boozer 18:05
Wilson 29:54
Rookie Report Vol 1
NBA Draft Junkies host James Barlowe gives you the first Rookie Report of the season for the 2025 NBA Draft Class.
1. Cooper Flagg 1:02
2. Kon Knueppel 5:31
3. Queen 8:15
AAU rant 11:08
4. Coward 15:20
5. Edgecombe 17:02
6. Harper 18:36
7. Fears 20:45
8. Tre Johnson 22:45
9. Maxime Raynaud 25:25
10. Kalkbrenner 28:30
Winter Exams
JQ 1:22
Flemings 11:58
Acuff 21:21
Anderson 26:17
Stirtz 38:18
Boozer 40:38
Wilson 59:23
Under the Microscope Vol. 2 featuring Jacob Myers
In this episode, host James Barlowe goes under the microscope again but this time with special guest host Jacob Myers ( @LeagueHim .)
Acuff 2:25
Anderson 6:22
Peterson 13:35
Wagler 21:55
Burries 32:06
Peat 36:00
Philon 40:40
Yaxel 51:02
HS talk 57:00
Scouting Notes: AJ Dybantsa
In this episode of the NBA Draft Junkies Podcast, host James Barlowe and guest Leif Thulin talk all things AJ Dybantsa.
Under the Microscope featuring Leif Thulin
In this episode, James Barlowe and special guest Leif Thulin (@leifthulin) put some of the best draft picks under the microscope.
Boozer 1:31
Haugh 11:30
Ament 16:18
Wilson 26:58
Mikel 33:28
Dybantsa 39:43
Acuff 51:18
PG talk 53:00
Peat 57:30
Feast Week Pt 3
Another day of outstanding performances from the best of the 2026 NBA Draft class, James and Latif talk about the monster performance from Cam Boozer. Also discussed: Caleb Wilson, AJ Dybantsa and Neoklis Avdalas.
Boozer 1:30
Acuff 9:58
Dybantsa 14:15
Wilson 25:00
Avdalas 33:26
Feast Week Tip-Off Pt 2
In this episode, host James Barlowe and special guest Latif Love recap day two performances of Cameron Carr, Caleb Wilson, Kingston Flemings, Bennett Stirtz and more
Carr 1:45
Tounde 6:14
Ament 10:38
Flemings 15:25
Wilson 21:00
Yaxel 32:00
Stirtz 40:00
Feast Week Tip-Off
James Barlowe and special guest Latif Love (@realLatifLove) talk Feast Week performances by Nate Ament, Cameron Carr, Labaron Philon and more.
Ament 1:29
Carr 12:12
Yessefou 19:24
Bidunga 29:00
Flemings 33:20
Cenac 39:33
Philon 45:55
Big Time Performances in Hostile Environments
In this episode, James Barlowe talks about big road performances from AJ Dybantsa and Houston Cougars Kingston Flemings and Chris Cenac Jr. Plus, Cameron Boozer's monster performance and more.
AJ Dybantsa 0:50
Cameron Boozer 6:18
Kingston Flemings 10:07
Chris Cenac Jr 15:10
Cameron Carr 17:00
Tounde Yessefoua 17:40
Koa Peat 19:00
Labaron Philon 22:39
First Exams
First exams results are in for Mikel brown Jr, Aday Mara and Christian Anderson. Follow feedback is provided for Neoklis Avdalas and Nate Ament while the Houston Cougars face their first early season test.
Mikel brown Jr :50
Aday Mara 4:39
Neoklis Avdalas 8:19
Christian Anderson 12:00
Nate Ament 15:00
Kingston Flemings 17:20
Chris Cenac Jr 20:44
Opening Night Standouts Pt 2
Host James Barlowe breaks down the individual performances of Cameron Boozer, Bennett Stirtz, Labaron Philon, and Christian Anderson
Boozer 1:47
Isaiah Evans 9:59
Dame Sarr 10:27
Patrick Ngongba 11:02
Bennett Stirtz 11:30
Christian Anderson 15:17
Labaron Philon 17:10
Opening Night Observations and Standout Performances
In this episode, James Barlowe breaks down the opening night performances of Koa Peat, AJ Dybantsa, Darryn Peterson, Caleb Wilson, Chris Cenac, and more.
Koa Peat 0:50
AJ Dybantsa 9:30
Darryn Peterson 13:42
Nate Ament 14:39
Tounde Yessefou 16:02
Cameron Carr 17:46
Caleb Wilson 18:02
Darius Acuff 19:38
Mikel Brown Jr 22:47
Neoklis Avdalas 24:21
Chris Cenac 24:44
Exhibition Game Observations: A Sign of Things to Come?
In this episode, James breaks down the performances of projected top 3 picks AJ Dybantsa, Cameron Boozer, and Darryn Peterson. Also mentioned: Caleb Wilson, Mikel Brown Jr., and Nate Ament
BYU vs NEB 1:08
Duke/ UCF 6:40
Kansas/Louisville 11:55
Mikel brown 15:47
BYU/UNC 21:40
UT/duke 26:46
Ament 28:01
Preseason Rookie Wrap Up
In this episode, James Barlowe gives a breaks down the performances of the 1st round picks in the 2025 NBA Rookie Class.
Timestamps:
Flagg 0:55
Harper 2:52
Edgecombe 4:14
Knueppel 6:26
Bailey 7:19
Johnson 9:47
Fears 11:52
Demin 14:28
CMB 16:28
Maluach 18:14
Coward 19:44
Essengue 22:04
Queen 22:46
Bryant 23:04
Hansen 25:13
Berringer 27:13
Clayton 28:47
Traore 30:35
Jakaciounus 31:17
Riley 32:29
Preseason 2026 NBA Draft Lottery
Darryn Peterson 2:03 AJ Dybantsa 5:16 Cameron Boozer 8:20 Mikel Brown Jr 10:27 Nate Ament 13:05 Jayden Quaintance 16:03 Tounde Yessefou 19:10 Caleb Wilson 21:22 Neokalas Avadals 22:48 Chris Cenac 24:31 Koa Peat 26:21 Elyjah Freeman 27:55 Karim Lopez 30:15 Patrick Ngongba 31:07
NBA Draft Junkies Exclusive: Mikel Brown Jr talks FIBA U19 Success & Louisville championship dreams
In an exclusive for NBA Draft Junkies, Rafael Barlowe sits down with Louisville freshman Mikel Brown Jr. for a one-on-one conversation at Combine Academy in Lincolnton, NC, where he was attending Camp Seros — a showcase for Sero Partners clients.Brown, widely projected as a top-five pick, reflects on his standout showing at the FIBA U19 World Cup—where he firmly put himself on the global radar. He
Who’s No. 1 in 2026? Breaking Down Darryn Peterson, AJ Dybantsa, Cameron Boozer & Their Challengers
In this episode of the NBA Draft Junkies podcast, Rafael and James Barlowe dive into a loaded group of prospects projected to headline the 2026 NBA Draft. The brothers debate over Kansas-bound guard Darryn Peterson, with James calling him the best guard prospect of the past 20 years, while Rafael counters with AJ Dybantsa as his pick for the nation’s top prospect thanks to his rare blend of size,
NBA Draft Junkies Reboot: 2025 Summer League Breakdown
After a three-year hiatus, Rafael and James Barlowe make their return to the NBA Draft Junkies platform with the debut episode of the NBA Draft Junkies podcast. In this premiere, the Barlowe brothers dive deep into the 2025 NBA Summer League, sharing their thoughts on every rookie selected in the first round of the 2025 NBA Draft. From Cooper Flagg to Liam McNeeley, Rafael and James offer their tr
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