Locked On NBA Big Board - NBA Draft Podcast

• NCAA Tournament Buzz: Kasparas Jakucionis, Egor Demin, Liam McNeeley, John Tonje & Bennett Stirtz

  In this episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board podcast, Rafael Barlowe, James Barlowe, and Leif Thulin continue their deep dive into the 2025 NCAA Tournament with a more conversational breakdown of prospect performances. The trio opens with Kasparas Jakucionis, expressing concern over his inability to turn the corner against quality defenders and his turnover issues—raising doubts about his lottery status. They draw comparisons to Egor Demin, who answered pre-tournament questions with a strong showing against VCU. Demin’s teammate Richie Saunders also earns praise for his steady play and rising profile. The discussion then shifts to UConn’s Liam McNeeley, where Rafael shares concerns about his tournament struggles. Wisconsin’s John Tonje is next, fresh off a 37-point outing, with the group weighing his draft range while acknowledging his older age as a key variable. The episode wraps with thoughts on Bennett Stirtz, who starred in Drake’s upset win but now faces a big decision: enter the draft or follow his coach to Iowa.Timestamps1:31 – Kasparas Jakucionis’ tournament struggles and draft stock concerns7:27 – Comparing Yegor Demin and Kasparas Jakucionis11:34 – Yegor Demin’s bounce-back performance vs. VCU14:15 – Richie Saunders continues to build his draft case18:08 – Concerns over Liam McNeeley’s NCAA Tournament performance20:48 – Liam McNeeley discussion continues: upside, usage, and future role26:35 – John Tonje’s 37-point game and draft outlook at an older age29:38 – Bennett Sturtz’s breakout and big decision: NBA Draft or Iowa?#NBADraft#NBADraft2025#MarchMadness#NCAATournament#KasparasJakucionis#EgorDemin#RichieSaunders#LiamMcNeeley#JohnTonje#BennettSturtz#DraftStock#LockedOnNBA#CollegeBasketball#NBAProspects#BigBoardBreakdownSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNBA at monarchmoney.com for 50% off your first year.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelRight now, new customers can get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONUS BETS when your first FIVE DOLLAR BET WINS! Download the app or head to FANDUEL.COM to get started. Bet with FanDuel—Official Partner of the NBA.

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• Derik Queen’s Buzzer-Beater & Cooper Flagg’s Return Headline The Opening Weekend of NCAA Tournament

  In this episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board podcast, Rafael Barlowe is joined by James Barlowe and Leif Thulin to break down the biggest NBA Draft takeaways from the opening weekend of the 2025 NCAA Tournament. The trio opens by comparing where their brackets stand before diving into Derik Queen’s clutch game-winner and how his performance impacts his draft stock. They then shift to Cooper Flagg’s impressive return from injury, noting how comfortable and dominant he looked despite the layoff. The group also discusses VJ Edgecombe’s performance, emphasizing the need for him to be more assertive offensively, and wrap up with thoughts on Jeremiah Fears, whose late-season surge and tournament play may be pushing him up draft boards.Timestamps2:05 – Leif and James check in on where their brackets stand3:12 – Reactions to Derik Queen’s game-winning shot and draft implications7:26 – Cooper Flagg’s return14:54 – VJ Edgecombe’s performance: waiting for more aggression22:05 – Jeremiah Fears’ late-season surge and rising draft stockSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNBA at monarchmoney.com for 50% off your first year.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelRight now, new customers can get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONUS BETS when your first FIVE DOLLAR BET WINS! Download the app or head to FANDUEL.COM to get started. Bet with FanDuel—Official Partner of the NBA.

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• Breaking Down the Top 2025 NBA Draft Prospects in the Midwest Region

  In this episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board podcast, Rafael Barlowe and Krysten Peek break down the top NBA draft prospects in the Midwest region, the final region covered ahead of the 2025 NCAA Tournament. They start with Georgia’s Asa Newell before diving into a fascinating hypothetical—how would the star-studded Montverde Academy squad featuring Newell, Cooper Flagg, Derik Queen, and Liam McNeeley fare if they were competing in the NCAA Tournament? The discussion then shifts to Illinois freshmen Kasparas Jakucionis and Will Riley. While Jakucionis is widely considered a top-10 pick, Peek shares her thoughts on how Riley could elevate his stock with a strong March Madness showing. The conversation moves to Houston’s Milos Uzan, who delivered an impressive performance in the Big 12 Tournament, potentially solidifying himself as a draftable prospect if Houston makes a deep run. They also touch on his backcourt teammate, LJ Cryer. Next, they turn their attention to Kentucky, debating who, if anyone, from this Wildcats roster will emerge as a legitimate NBA prospect. The episode wraps up with a look at Tennessee’s Chaz Lanier, one of the most impactful transfers of the 2024 season, whose elite shooting has drawn NBA interest. With a strong tournament, Lanier could solidify his place in the 2025 draft conversation.• 1:45 – Krysten Peek’s first NCAA Tournament with Locked On• 4:21 – How many potential first-round or lottery picks will we see in the Final Four?• 5:10 – Top prospects in the Midwest region• 5:38 – Asa Newell• 5:38 – Where would the 2024 Montverde Academy team be seeded in the NCAA Tournament?• 6:21 – Kasparas Jakucionis & Will Riley• 7:26 – Asa Newell• 14:16 – Kasparas Jakucionis• 16:16 – Will Riley• 17:01 – Milos Uzan• 21:46 – LJ Cryer• 25:13 – Kentucky• 25:50 – Amari Williams• 28:31 – Chaz LanierSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!HungryrootWith Hungryroot, it’s like having a personal shopper and a nutritionist all in one. For a limited time, get 40% off your first box and a free item in every box for life! Just go to Hungryroot.com/lockedonnba and use code LOCKEDONNBA. RobinhoodWith Robinhood Gold, you can now enjoy the VIP treatment. The new Gold Standard is here with Robinhood Gold. To receive 3% boost on annual IRA contributions, sign up at robinhood.com/gold.PrizepicksNow’s the perfect time to join. Download the app today and use code LOCKEDONNBA to get $50 instantly when you play your first $5 lineup! That’s right—no need to win to get the bonus, it’s guaranteed. PrizePicks—Run Your Game!Click Here: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONNBA5-Hour ENERGYHead to 5-hourENERGY.com to find over 15 flavors to choose from, including Watermelon, Blue Raspberry, and Peach-Mango. Need one now? Grab a 5-hour ENERGY shot at your local grocery or convenience store—they’re everywhere! Stock up today and stay energized. UpworkVisit Upwork.com right now and post your job for free to connect with top talent and grow your business today!Door DashThey Swoosh, You Save: when any player scores 50 or more points in a game during the 24/25 NBA regular season, DashPass members save 50% on an order, up to $10 off with promo code NBA50. 50% Off 1 Order (Up to $10 Off)Offer valid from 9:00 AM PT through 11:59 PM PT after a 50 point performance in any game during the NBA season on orders placed at participating merchant locations. Valid only in the United States. Maximum value of discount is $10.00. Discount applies to subtotal only; does not apply to fees, taxes, and gratuity. Not valid for pickup. Limit one per person. Not valid for the purchase of alcohol. Fees, taxes, and gratuity still apply. Must have an active DashPass account. Use promo code NBA50 to redeem. See further terms and conditions at https://drd.sh/8ONpZP/.Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNBA at monarchmoney.com for 50% off your first year.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelRight now, new customers can get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONUS BETS when your first FIVE DOLLAR BET WINS! Download the app or head to FANDUEL.COM to get started. Bet with FanDuel—Official Partner of the NBA.

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• Breaking Down the Top 2025 NBA Draft Prospects in the South Region

  In this episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board podcast, Rafael Barlowe and Leif Thulin break down the top NBA prospects in the South region of the 2025 NCAA Tournament, analyzing how strong performances could impact their draft stock. Leif starts by making the case for Michigan State freshman Jase Richardson as the top prospect in the region, comparing him to a younger version of Marquette’s Kam Jones. The discussion then shifts to the anticipated matchup between Jones and New Mexico’s Donovan Dent, with Leif and Rafael highlighting Dent as an underrated prospect who could significantly boost his stock. They also examine Jones’ development and his role as Marquette’s offensive engine. Despite earning the No. 1 overall seed after playing one of the toughest schedules in NCAA history, Auburn enters the tournament struggling, losing three of its last four games. Rafael and Leif discuss Johni Broome’s role in Auburn’s Final Four aspirations while also debating his NBA draft outlook, with Leif hesitant to place him in the first round. The conversation continues with Auburn freshman Tahaad Pettiford, one of the few first-year players making a major impact on a contending team, followed by an analysis of Michigan’s Danny Wolf, a unique prospect generating first-round buzz. Creighton’s Ryan Kalkbrenner, a four-time Big East Defensive Player of the Year, is also highlighted ahead of his early-round matchup against Louisville. The duo then shifts to Yale’s John Poulakidas, whom Rafael considers the best shooter in the country. Poulakidas was instrumental in Yale’s upset over Auburn last year, and with another first-round matchup against Texas A&M, he has an opportunity to spark another Ivy League Cinderella run. The episode wraps up with a discussion on North Carolina’s Drake Powell and Ian Jackson, two freshman prospects who began the season with first-round buzz but have struggled to live up to expectations. A strong NCAA Tournament could help solidify their draft case.Time Stamps:2:07 – Jase Richardson5:35 – Kam Jones8:13 – Kam Jones vs. Donovan Dent13:40 – Auburn & Johni Broome17:20 – Tahaad Pettiford18:46 – Danny Wolf24:57 – Ryan Kalkbrenner28:51 – John Poulakidas31:01 – Drake Powell & Ian JacksonSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!HungryrootWith Hungryroot, it’s like having a personal shopper and a nutritionist all in one. For a limited time, get 40% off your first box and a free item in every box for life! Just go to Hungryroot.com/lockedonnba and use code LOCKEDONNBA. RobinhoodWith Robinhood Gold, you can now enjoy the VIP treatment. The new Gold Standard is here with Robinhood Gold. To receive 3% boost on annual IRA contributions, sign up at robinhood.com/gold.PrizepicksNow’s the perfect time to join. Download the app today and use code LOCKEDONNBA to get $50 instantly when you play your first $5 lineup! That’s right—no need to win to get the bonus, it’s guaranteed. PrizePicks—Run Your Game!Click Here: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONNBA5-Hour ENERGYHead to 5-hourENERGY.com to find over 15 flavors to choose from, including Watermelon, Blue Raspberry, and Peach-Mango. Need one now? Grab a 5-hour ENERGY shot at your local grocery or convenience store—they’re everywhere! Stock up today and stay energized. UpworkVisit Upwork.com right now and post your job for free to connect with top talent and grow your business today!Door DashThey Swoosh, You Save: when any player scores 50 or more points in a game during the 24/25 NBA regular season, DashPass members save 50% on an order, up to $10 off with promo code NBA50. 50% Off 1 Order (Up to $10 Off)Offer valid from 9:00 AM PT through 11:59 PM PT after a 50 point performance in any game during the NBA season on orders placed at participating merchant locations. Valid only in the United States. Maximum value of discount is $10.00. Discount applies to subtotal only; does not apply to fees, taxes, and gratuity. Not valid for pickup. Limit one per person. Not valid for the purchase of alcohol. Fees, taxes, and gratuity still apply. Must have an active DashPass account. Use promo code NBA50 to redeem. See further terms and conditions at https://drd.sh/8ONpZP/.Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNBA at monarchmoney.com for 50% off your first year.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelRight now, new customers can get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONUS BETS when your first FIVE DOLLAR BET WINS! Download the app or head to FANDUEL.COM to get started. Bet with FanDuel—Official Partner of the NBA.

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• Breaking Down the Top 2025 NBA Draft Prospects in the East Region

  In this episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board podcast, Rafael Barlowe and Richard Stayman break down the top NBA draft prospects in the East region of the 2025 NCAA Tournament and how strong performances could boost their draft stock. They kick things off with Duke, discussing Cooper Flagg’s ankle injury and how his health could impact both Duke’s title hopes and the tournament as a whole. Flagg is expected to return for the first round, but the duo also evaluates Duke’s other NBA prospects, including Kon Knueppel, Khaman Maluach, Isaiah Evans, and Tyrese Proctor. The conversation then shifts to Alabama, the region’s No. 2 seed, and which Crimson Tide player has the best chance to improve his draft standing. They also highlight Robert Morris’s Alvaro Folgueiras, a sleeper prospect quietly putting up big numbers and earning NBA attention. Another key matchup in the region features BYU vs. VCU, where freshman lottery talent Egor Demin faces off against fifth-year senior Max Shulga, a potential matchup problem for BYU, especially with Demin’s minutes fluctuating late in the season. The discussion then turns to projected top-five pick VJ Edgecombe and his intriguing test against Mississippi State. The episode wraps up with Stayman sharing his thoughts on Arizona, where he believes Jaden Bradley has the best chance to elevate his draft stock with a strong tournament showing.2:00 – Cooper Flagg4:10 – Kon Knueppel5:15 – Khaman Maluach7:32 – Isaiah Evans15:15 – Alabama prospects16:57 – Alvaro Folgueiras20:25 – BYU vs. VCU / Egor Demin vs. Max Shulga23:12 – Egor Demin’s recent play24:43 – VJ Edgecombe26:55 – Arizona prospects / Jaden BradleySupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!HungryrootWith Hungryroot, it’s like having a personal shopper and a nutritionist all in one. For a limited time, get 40% off your first box and a free item in every box for life! Just go to Hungryroot.com/lockedonnba and use code LOCKEDONNBA. RobinhoodWith Robinhood Gold, you can now enjoy the VIP treatment. The new Gold Standard is here with Robinhood Gold. To receive 3% boost on annual IRA contributions, sign up at robinhood.com/gold.PrizepicksNow’s the perfect time to join. Download the app today and use code LOCKEDONNBA to get $50 instantly when you play your first $5 lineup! That’s right—no need to win to get the bonus, it’s guaranteed. PrizePicks—Run Your Game!Click Here: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONNBA5-Hour ENERGYHead to 5-hourENERGY.com to find over 15 flavors to choose from, including Watermelon, Blue Raspberry, and Peach-Mango. Need one now? Grab a 5-hour ENERGY shot at your local grocery or convenience store—they’re everywhere! Stock up today and stay energized. UpworkVisit Upwork.com right now and post your job for free to connect with top talent and grow your business today!Door DashThey Swoosh, You Save: when any player scores 50 or more points in a game during the 24/25 NBA regular season, DashPass members save 50% on an order, up to $10 off with promo code NBA50. 50% Off 1 Order (Up to $10 Off)Offer valid from 9:00 AM PT through 11:59 PM PT after a 50 point performance in any game during the NBA season on orders placed at participating merchant locations. Valid only in the United States. Maximum value of discount is $10.00. Discount applies to subtotal only; does not apply to fees, taxes, and gratuity. Not valid for pickup. Limit one per person. Not valid for the purchase of alcohol. Fees, taxes, and gratuity still apply. Must have an active DashPass account. Use promo code NBA50 to redeem. See further terms and conditions at https://drd.sh/8ONpZP/.Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNBA at monarchmoney.com for 50% off your first year.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelRight now, new customers can get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONUS BETS when your first FIVE DOLLAR BET WINS! Download the app or head to FANDUEL.COM to get started. Bet with FanDuel—Official Partner of the NBA.

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