Locked On NBA Big Board - NBA Draft Podcast

In this episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board podcast, Leif Thulin joins Rafael Barlowe to rank his top big men prospects in the 2025 NBA Draft, opening with a notable deviation from consensus by placing Maryland’s Derik Queen ahead of Duke’s Khaman Maluach. Thulin defends the move by explaining his preference for Queen’s offensive polish, feel for the game, and impact as a decision-maker, despite Maluach’s superior physical tools. The conversation continues with in-depth breakdowns of Stanford’s Maxime Raynaud, Georgetown’s Thomas Sorber, Michigan’s Danny Wolf, Georgia’s Asa Newell, and French prospect Joan Beringer, as Thulin assesses each player’s strengths, role projection, and areas of concern through his nuanced, context-heavy scouting lens. Bullet Point Timestamps: 1:50 – Leif’s opinion on the bigs in the 2025 NBA Draft class 2:50 – Derik Queen vs. Khaman Maluach 7:08 – Khaman Maluach 8:53 – Khaman Maluach’s best comparison 9:46 – Derik Queen’s ceiling 12:31 – Maxime Raynaud 21:36 – Thomas Sorber 24:46 – Danny Wolf 28:41 – Asa Newell 31:56 – Joan Beringer #DerikQueen #KhamanMaluach #MaximeRaynaud #ThomasSorber #DannyWolf #AsaNewell #JoanBehringer #NBADraft2025 #NBABigBoard #LockedOnNBA #NBAProspects #CollegeBasketball #NBAInternationalProspects #NBADraftScouting

Breaking news out of the pre-draft cycle: Ace Bailey has canceled his workout with the Philadelphia 76ers, making him the only U.S.-based prospect yet to visit a single NBA team. In this episode, Rafael and James Barlowe went live to break down what this means for his stock. Is there a hidden guarantee? A strategic play for leverage? Or is the red flag finally starting to show? The Barlowe Brothers also dive into Bailey’s polarizing combine feedback, his confusing pre-draft strategy, how his draft night could unfold plus answer questions from the live chat. 1:33 – Breaking News: Ace Bailey cancels his workout with the Philadelphia 76ers 2:16 – Is Ace Bailey’s draft strategy any different than Tyrese Haliburton’s in 2020? 3:15 – James explains why the Sixers are a good fit for Ace Bailey 4:10 – Why this type of negative press isn’t good for Ace Bailey 5:32 – Is Ace Bailey getting bad advice? 5:57 – Does Ace Bailey have a draft promise? 6:30 – Strategic bet or red flag? 8:09 – Revisiting Dante Exum’s pre-draft strategy with his agent 8:50 – Is Ace Bailey willing to take a PR hit to land in the right situation? 9:05 – Would Utah consider Ace Bailey at No. 5 if he’s still on the board? 10:41 – Further discussion on Utah's potential interest at No. 5 13:49 – Viewing the Ace Bailey saga from a front office lens 15:00 – Comparing Ace Bailey’s situation to Alex Sarr’s strategic decisions in 2024 16:47 – What might Ace Bailey’s agency be trying to accomplish? 18:52 – How lottery picks drafted into win-now teams have struggled to develop 22:46 – Continued discussion on lottery picks in win-now situations 31:40 – Could the negative PR hit impact Ace Bailey's actual draft spot? 34:58 – What’s the best team fit for Ace Bailey? 39:05 – Who could have made a draft promise to Ace Bailey? 41:50 – The Barlowe Brothers field live chat questions #AceBailey #AceBaileyNews #AceBaileyDraft #AceBaileyUpdate #AceBaileyWorkout #AceBaileyNBA #AceBaileyRumors #AceBaileyStock #AceBaileySlide #AceBaileyDrama #NBADraft #NBADraft2025 #2025NBADraft #NBADraftProspects #DraftSeason #DraftStock #DraftStrategy #DraftBuzz #DraftNight #NBAProspects #NBADraftNews #DraftScouting #Philadelphia76ers #Sixers #SixersDraft #SixersNews #UtahJazz #NBAFrontOffice #NBAScouting #NBADraftTalk #NBAInsider #DraftPromise #StrategicDrafting #PlayerDevelopment #DraftRedFlag #DraftLeverage #ProspectWatch #BasketballBusiness #NBADecisionMaking #AgentStrategy #NBAPodcast #DraftPodcast #BasketballTalk #NBAContent #NBAHotTakes #BasketballBreakdown #HoopsAnalysis

On the latest Locked On NBA Big Board podcast, host Rafael Barlowe and analyst Leif Thulin dive into the Charlotte Hornets’ options at No. 4 in the 2025 NBA Draft. They spotlight top prospects like Tre Johnson, VJ Edgecombe, Kon Knueppel, Ace Bailey, and Khaman Maluach, noting that the Hornets are placing a premium on both character and intel behind the pick. Rafael challenges Leif to strap on his GM hat and name his ideal choice for Charlotte—while also probing whether the Hornets might trade down to accumulate extra assets or grab a player they believe could still be on the board later in the lottery. Leif outlines which player he’d select and evaluates the feasibility of a trade-down scenario. 1:22 – Charlotte being quiet in the rumors 1:54 – Teams possibly looking to move up in the draft as potential trade partners for Charlotte 2:04 – Who should the Hornets take at number four? 2:25 – Tre Johnson 3:47 – VJ Edgecombe and Kon Knueppel and intel 11:20 – Kon Knueppel at number four or trade down to get him 14:18 – Khaman Maluach 17:30 – Ace Bailey 20:59 – Tidjane Salaun 22:12 – Leif plays the role of GM of the Charlotte Hornets #NBADraft #NBADraft2025 #CharlotteHornets #HornetsDraft #TreJohnson #VJEdgecombe #KonKnueppel #KhamanMaluach #AceBailey #NBAPodcast #DraftTalk #NBAProspects #BasketballScouting #DraftStrategy #NBAFutureStars #NBADraftProspects #NBACombine #LockedOnNBABigBoard #RafaelBarlowe #LeifThulin #HornetsRumors #NBAIntel #BasketballPodcast #DraftRumors #HornetsNews #NBATradeRumors #TradeDownScenario #TopDraftProspects #CollegeBasketball #InternationalProspects #2025DraftClass #ScoutingReport #BasketballAnalysis #WhoGoesFourth #HornetsGM

In this episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board Podcast, Rafael Barlowe and Leif Thulin challenge the growing consensus that VJ Edgecombe is the superior prospect in the 2025 NBA Draft. While most boards have Edgecombe projected to go higher, Rafael and Leif lay out their reasoning for why they believe Jeremiah Fears is the better long-term player. The duo dives into each prospect’s strengths, contrasting Fears’ polish and feel with Edgecombe’s athleticism and explosiveness, and explain why their evaluation process leads them away from popular opinion. Rafael shares a balanced perspective on both players, but the episode builds toward a rapid-fire close, where he asks Leif to pick between the two for every team selecting between picks 4 and 9. ⏱️ Time‑Stamped Highlights 1:30 – Leaf explains why he ranks Jeremiah Fears over VJ Edgecombe: underscoring his high basketball IQ, shooting consistency, and floor-first value. 3:20 – Discussion of the biggest differences: Fears’s cerebral style and shooting vs. Edgecombe’s dynamic athleticism and upside. 9:39 – Rafael and Leaf unpack why consensus leans toward Edgecombe, citing his elite burst and highlight potential. 17:03 – A scout chimes in, explaining why Edgecombe is seen as an easier plug‑and‑play option, whereas Fears demands you commit to building around him. 18:23 – They debate whether the high-end comparisons—Anthony Edwards, Victor Oladipo, Dwyane Wade—are fair for Edgecombe. 23:16 – In rapid‑fire draft mode, Rafael asks Leaf: who wins the pick from spots 4–9? Leaf locks in on Jeremiah Fears, emphasizing stability and fit. #NBADraft2025 #JeremiahFears #VJEdgecombe #RafaelBarlowe #LeifThulin #LockedOnNBA #NBABigBoard #DraftTalk #DraftDebate #NBAProspects #Top10Picks #NBA2025 #NBAComparisons #AnthonyEdwards #VictorOladipo #DwyaneWade #NBAAnalysis #DraftScouting #ConsensusVsContrarian

In the latest episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board podcast, hosts Rafael and James Barlowe break down the NBA’s second wave of green room invitations ahead of the 2025 Draft. With six new players added—bringing the total to 19—they analyze the inclusion of Georgetown’s Thomas Sorber, UConn’s Liam McNeeley, Illinois’ Will Riley, South Carolina’s Collin Murray‑Boyles, and French prospects Nolan Traore and Noa Essengue. The duo unpacks why the NBA may have extended invites to this particular group, expressing intrigue—and in some cases, surprise—at a few names. To close out the episode, they share their picks for the next five players they believe should receive the final round of green room invitations. ⏱️ Timestamps 1:49 – 2025 NBA Green Room Breakdown 2:22 – First Wave: Breaking Down the First 13 Invites 3:02 – Noa Essengue’s Invite Reaction 5:00 – Second Wave Reactions: Sorber, McNeeley, Murray-Boyles, Traore, Riley 6:30 – Nolan Traore Gets the Nod 7:00 – Liam McNeeley: McNeeley Gets the Call 7:15 – James on Nolan Traore’s Invite 10:15 – Evaluating the Second Wave as a Whole 13:00 – What Scouts See in These Six 19:28 – Jase Richardson Snub? 20:30 – Questioning McNeeley’s Invite 21:45 – Jase Richardson vs. Liam McNeeley Stats 22:27 – Predicting the Final Five Invites 26:25 – Joan Beringer’s Green Room Status #NBADraft2025 #GreenRoomBreakdown #NBADraftNews #2025NBADraft #NBAProspects #DraftInvites #NoaEssengue #FrenchProspects #NBADraftScouting #ThomasSorber #LiamMcNeeley #CollinMurrayBoyles #NolanTraore #WillRiley #GreenRoomInvite #NBADraftSurprises #NBAForwardProspects #NBAProspectTalk #NolanTraoreAnalysis #NBADraftBoard #2025Prospects #NBAInvites #NBAScoutingReport #NBACombine #DraftAnalysis #JaceRichardson #NBADraftSnubs #NBAProspectDebate #DraftDebate #NBADraftQuestions #PlayerComparison #NBADraftStats #RichardsonVsMcNeeley #DraftPredictions #FinalFive #NBADraftWatch #JoanBeringer #NBADraftStock #DraftRange

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In a rare live episode, Rafael Barlowe dissects his brother James Barlowe’s 2025 NBA Mock Draft 2.0. James answers questions from the live chat and explains the reasoning behind his picks—who he’s higher on than consensus, who he’s lower on, and who he has the Brooklyn Nets picking with their four first-round selections. From bold predictions to deep dives on overlooked prospects, this episode brings real-time reactions and fresh insight into James’s updated draft board.

In the Father’s Day edition of the Locked On NBA Big Board podcast, Rafael and James Barlowe opened by breaking down Orlando’s shocking move to give up a haul of assets for Desmond Bane, sharing their thoughts on whether this bold trade pushes the Magic closer to the top tier of the Eastern Conference. In the second segment, they shifted their focus to the Memphis Grizzlies’ options at pick No. 16, evaluating several potential targets—ranging from versatile forwards to high-upside wings—who could align with Memphis’s evolving roster. The final segment covered the international withdrawal deadline for the 2025 NBA Draft. The final segment covered the international withdrawal deadline for the 2025 NBA Draft. The Barlowe brothers shared their belief that Neoklis Avdalas was worthy of a first-round selection this year and expressed surprise that no team gave him a guarantee, noting that if he goes the college route, he could end up as a lottery pick in 2026. They also questioned Rocco Zikarsky’s decision to stay in the draft despite not participating in scrimmages at the NBA Combine. The episode wrapped with a discussion on Dink Pate’s current draft range, reflecting on how high they were on him coming into the season and how much his stock has fluctuated since. ⏱️ Segment Timestamps 2:01 – Desmond Bane trade announced 3:33 – Framework of the Grizzlies–Magic deal 4:10 – Memphis’s haul: future draft picks from the trade 5:23 – In‑depth breakdown of Desmond Bane’s fit and impact 6:19 – Is this a win‑win trade for the Orlando Magic? 11:39 – Potential targets for Memphis at pick No. 16 in the 2025 draft 22:18 – Neoklis Avdalas: decision to withdraw from the draft 25:59 – Discussion: are schools getting tricked by older international signees? 27:21 – Overview of internationals keeping their names in the 2025 draft 28:49 – Rocco Zikarsky: staying in the draft despite skipping the combine 32:39 – Dink Pate: current draft range after being ranked highly pre‑season #DesmondBane #BaneToMagic #OrlandoMagic #MemphisGrizzlies #NBATrade #NBADraft2025 #NBADraft #NBAProspects #InternationalProspects #NBADraftTalk #MockDraft #NBAFutureStars #RafaelBarlowe #JamesBarlowe #LockedOnNBA #LockedOnNBABigBoard #NeoklisAvdalas #RoccoZikarsky #DinkPate #NBACombine #DraftStock #CollegeBasketball #VirginiaTech #InternationalDraft #2025NBADraft #DraftWithdrawals #DraftDeclarations #NBAPodcast #BasketballPodcast #Father’sDaySpecial #BasketballNews #BasketballContent #SportsMedia #FanDuelPartner #YouTubeBasketball #NBAYouTube #DraftAnalysis

In Part 2 of the NBA Draft Rumors series, Rafael and James Barlowe return on the Locked On NBA Big Board Podcast to break down the latest buzz surrounding several teams with multiple first-round picks in the 2025 NBA Draft. They begin with the Orlando Magic, questioning whether it makes sense for them to bring in two more rookies given their recent struggles to develop young talent. The conversation then shifts to the Oklahoma City Thunder, who are currently tied 2–2 in the NBA Finals and also hold two first-round picks. Rafael and James debate whether the Thunder should add more rookies after essentially redshirting 2024 lottery pick Nikola Topić and struggling to find minutes for Dillon Jones and Ajay Mitchell. The duo then dives into the Atlanta Hawks’ reported interest in trading up for Duke center Khaman Maluach, speculating on how high Atlanta would need to move to land him—likely before No. 9, where Toronto could snatch him up. They also discuss how this draft could be pivotal in shaping the Hawks' short-term direction, especially with a major decision looming around Trae Young’s $228 million contract extension. The episode wraps with a discussion on the emergence of Jalen Johnson as a 2021 draft steal and what the Brooklyn Nets might do with their four first-round picks in a draft loaded with trade possibilities. 1:36 – Draft Rumors Episode 1 Recap 2:22 – What Should Orlando Do with Their Two First-Round Picks? Should They Trade for Jordan Poole? 11:45 – Oklahoma City Thunder Facing a Roster Crunch: Should They Move Their Two Picks? 17:34 – Atlanta Hawks Reportedly Eyeing Duke’s Khaman Maluach: What Will It Take to Trade Up? 20:21 – Khaman Maluach’s Reported Draft Floor: Toronto Raptors at No. 9 24:44 – How Much Will This Draft Impact the Atlanta Hawks’ Future? What’s Next for Trae Young? 28:40 – The Hawks’ Draft Steal: Revisiting Jalen Johnson’s Selection in 2021 34:13 – Should the Brooklyn Nets Keep All Four of Their First-Round Picks? #NBADraft #2025NBADraft #NBADraftRumors #NBADraftBuzz #NBADraftTalk #NBADraftNews #NBADraftPodcast #NBADraftProspects #LockedOnNBA #LockedOnNBABigBoard #NBAProspects #NBATrades #NBADraftDay #NBADraft2025 #NBAFutureStars #NBADraftDebate #NBAMockDraft #NBADraftBoard #NBADraftCoverage #BasketballPodcast #NBAFans #NBAContent #NBAOffseason #NBADiscussion #NBACommunity #BasketballTalk #AtlantaHawks #OrlandoMagic #OKCThunder #BrooklynNets #HawksNation #ThunderUp #MagicTogether #NetsWorld

In this episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board Podcast, brothers Rafael and James Barlowe break down the latest rumors and draft buzz leading up to the 2025 NBA Draft. They discuss the potential pick swap between the San Antonio Spurs and Philadelphia 76ers involving selections No. 2 and No. 3, and examine reports that the New Orleans Pelicans are looking to move up the board to land Ace Bailey. The conversation also touches on the Washington Wizards’ rumored interest in both Khaman Maluach and Jeremiah Fears, the Charlotte Hornets’ decision at No. 4, and the Orlando Magic’s options with their two first-round picks. Tune in as the Barlowe brothers unpack the most intriguing storylines that could shape the draft in the days ahead. 2:05 – Are the Spurs and Sixers are engaged in trade talks? 9:30 – What should the Spurs do if they trade back to No. 3? 12:55 – The New Orleans Pelicans’ reported interest in Ace Bailey 21:41 – Khaman Maluach’s potential fit with the Washington Wizards 25:40 – Jeremiah Fears’ potential fit with the Washington Wizards 27:52 – The Charlotte Hornets reportedly choosing between VJ Edgecombe and Kon Knueppel 29:30 – What should the Orlando Magic do with their two first-round picks? #NBADraft #2025NBADraft #NBADraftRumors #NBADraftBuzz #NBADraftTalk #NBADraftNews #NBAProspects #NBADraftScouting #NBADraftAnalysis #NBADraftWatch #SanAntonioSpurs #Philadelphia76ers #Pelicans #Wizards #Hornets #OrlandoMagic #SpursNation #HereTheyCome #WizKids #BuzzCity #MagicTogether #NBATradeRumors #DraftDayTrades #NBADraftTrade #NBAOffseason #NBAFrontOffice #DylanHarper #AceBailey #KhamanMaluach #JeremiahFears #VJEdgecombe #KonKnueppel #LockedOnNBA #LockedOnNBABigBoard #BarloweBrothers #BasketballPodcast #NBACommunity #NBAFans #BasketballTalk #NBADiscussion #BasketballNews #NBADebate #HoopsTalk

In the latest episode of Locked On NBA Big Board, Rafael & James Barlowe break down the NBA’s first wave of 13 Green Room invites ahead of the 2025 NBA Draft, offering sharp analysis on both surprise selections and notable omissions. They spotlight invitees Asa Newell, Carter Bryant, and Egor Demin, diving into a lively debate on whether those inclusions were truly surprising—or if their differing scouting evaluations explain the split opinions. The Barlowe brothers also discuss Collin Murray-Boyles and Jase Richardson as snubs who they felt had strong cases to be in the initial group. From there, they preview the players they expect to headline the upcoming second wave of invites, projected to include around 11 more prospects. Wrapping things up, Rafael and James speculate on who could end up as the “Rashard Lewis” of this class—a Green Room invitee who ultimately slips to the second round. It's a must-listen episode packed with sharp takes and insider perspective. #NBA #NBADraft #GreenRoom #NBA2025 #DraftInvites #DraftDebate #AsaNewell #EgorDemin #CarterBryant #CollinMurrayBoyles #JaseRichardson #NBAProspects #DraftAnalysis #RafaelBarlowe #JamesBarlowe #LockedOnNBA 2:40 – The first wave of Green Room invites 3:54 – The Barlowe brothers share what they would wear to the NBA Draft if they were invited to the Green Room 5:16 – The 13 players named in the first wave of Green Room invites 6:05 – Biggest surprises from the first wave of invites 6:10 – Asa Newell discussion 11:15 – Collin Murray-Boyles discussion 12:14 – Carter Bryant discussion 16:35 – Jase Richardson discussion 20:40 – Egor Demin discussion 25:26 – The next wave of invites and who could be the “Rashard Lewis” of this draft

The NBA Draft is in 2.5 weeks and the Orlando Magic face a lot of key decisions on draft night with the 16th and 25th picks in the Draft. Will the Magic use the picks? Trade them? Trade up? Or trade out? Whatever the case, the Magic must maximize these choices as they begin their win-now approach and try to change their teams outlook for the 2026 season. Locked On NBA Big Board's Rafael Barlowe joins the show to talk about the Magic's draft options, how their draft approach should change and which players they should target and which ones they should avoid as the Draft approaches. 0:00 Intro: NBA draft preview with Rafael Barlow 5:53 NIL's impact on draft decisions 10:26 Magic's draft strategy and player types 16:40 Evaluating Orlando's draft needs and options 24:23 Potential Magic draft targets and fits

The 2025 NBA Draft class may be thinning out, but the Milwaukee Bucks still have decisions to make at pick No. 47. Camille Davis from Locked On Bucks and Rafael Barlowe dive into Milwaukee’s late-second-round strategy, evaluating prospects like Chaz Lanier, Micah Peavy, and Hansen Yang. They examine how NIL is reshaping college careers, which undrafted names could emerge, and how the Bucks can use two-way contracts or trades to find cost-effective help alongside Giannis. With roster flexibility at a premium, this episode breaks down the Bucks’ path to squeezing value from a shallow draft pool. 5:17 NIL's impact on college players' decisions 16:42 Potential wing players for Bucks at 47 21:07 Micah Peavy as a prospect for Bucks 27:06 Ryan Rollins story and undrafted prospects 32:43 Trade possibilities in late first round

In the final installment of the "Passport Prospects" series on the Locked On NBA Big Board Podcast, Rafael Barlowe spotlights three international guards with intriguing draft potential. He opens with Nolan Traore, a French point guard who began the season with top-five buzz but has since slipped in consensus rankings. Barlowe argues that Traore's blend of playmaking and downhill aggression still warrants lottery consideration, despite concerns about his shooting and turnovers. Next, Barlowe breaks down Ben Saraf, an Israeli guard playing in Germany, highlighting his scoring instincts, size, and three-level shot-making. The episode concludes with a profile of Neoklis Avdalas from Greece, whom Barlowe labels a potential first-round sleeper due to size, shooting, athleticism and passing. The segment wraps with a brief one-on-one interview between Barlowe and Avdalas, offering listeners a direct glimpse into the prospect's mindset. Bullet Point Timestamps: Nolan Traore – 2:00 Ben Saraf – 10:07 Neoklis Avdalas – 17:28 Neoklis Avdalas Interview – 23:18 Hashtags: #NBADraft #InternationalProspects #PassportProspects #NolanTraore #BenSaraf #NeoklisAvdalas #NBABigBoard #RafaelBarlowe #LotteryPick #SleeperProspects #DraftSleepers #DraftTalk #DraftBuzz #NBAProspects #EuroProspects #DraftAnalysis #ScoutingReport #DraftWatch #NBA2025Draft #BasketballScouting #FIBAProspects #NBAFutureStars #LotteryTalent #DraftInterview #DraftDeepDive #ProspectBreakdown #BasketballProspects #InternationalBasketball #NextGenNBA #GlobalProspects #NBADraftContent #FirstRoundPicks #NBADraftTalk

In Part 2 of the Passport Prospects series, Rafael Barlowe shares his personal scouting reports on the top international wings eligible for the 2025 NBA Draft. He opens the episode by explaining why he’s so passionate about international scouting, then dives into detailed evaluations of Noa Essengue, Hugo Gonzalez, Noah Penda, Alex Toohey, and Ben Henshall. From Essengue’s physical tools and switchability to Gonzalez’s slashing and two-way upside, Barlowe gives listeners an inside look at the strengths, weaknesses, and long-term projections of these global prospects. Time Stamps: 2:08 – Why Rafael Loves International Scouting 5:04 – Noa Essengue 13:03 – Hugo Gonzalez 21:53 – Noah Penda 25:21 – Alex Toohey 27:35 – Ben Henshall #NBADraft2025 #PassportProspects #InternationalProspects #NBABigBoard #NoaEssengue #HugoGonzalez #NoahPenda #AlexToohey #BenHenshall #NBAWings #GlobalBasketball #DraftScouting #NBAFutureStars #BasketballProspects #NBAInternational #NextGenNBA #NBAWings2025 #InternationalBasketball #NBADraftAnalysis #NBAProspects2025

In Part 1 of a 3-part series titled Passport Prospects, Rafael Barlowe breaks down the top big men from the international ranks in the 2025 NBA Draft class on the Locked On NBA Big Board Podcast. He shares his thoughts on Joan Beringer (France) and the promise he’s shown early, Bogi Markovic (Serbia) and his intriguing versatility, and Hansen Yang (China), who remains one of the class’s most polarizing prospects due to his unique skill set. Barlowe also dives into Rocco Zikarsky’s (Australia) massive size and long-term upside, questions whether Lachlan Olbrich’s (Australia) throwback style fits the modern NBA, highlights Michael Ruzic’s (Croatia) offensive potential, and discusses Mo Faye (Senegal) as a defined rim-runner with clear utility at the next level. Time Stamps: 1:55 – Joan Beringer 6:05 – Bogi Markovic 13:21 – Hansen Yang 22:31 – Rocco Zikarsky 25:24 – Lachlan Olbrich 27:54 – Michael Ruzic 30:34 – Mo Faye #NBADraft2025 #PassportProspects #InternationalProspects #NBABigBoard #JoanBeringer #BogiMarkovic #HansenYang #RoccoZikarsky #LachlanOlbrich #MichaelRuzic #MoFaye #DraftSeason #NBAProspects #NBAFutureStars #InternationalBasketball #GlobalNBAProspects #DraftTalk #NBAScouting #BasketballScouting #NBAOverseas #NextGenNBA #ScoutingReport #BasketballProspects #NBA2025