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NBA Draft Junkies Podcast

James Barlowe, Rafael Barlowe

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

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#98
Yesterday · 47 min
Rookie Report Vol. 17: Darryn Peterson, Cameron Boozer & Darius Acuff Under the Microscope
The transition to the NBA comes with its share of challenges, and even the most talented rookies must learn how to contribute when their shots aren't falling. In NBA Draft Junkies Rookie Report Vol. 17, James Barlowe takes over the microphone for another solo episode, sharing his early-season scouting observations on three of the most highly regarded prospects from the 2026 NBA Draft: Darryn Peterson, Cameron Boozer and Darius Acuff. James examines Peterson's struggles, Boozer's role in his te
#97
Thursday · 40 min
Rookie Report Vol. 16: Brown Breaks Out, Dybantsa Struggles & Flemings Steps Up
In NBA Draft Junkies Rookie Report Vol. 16, James Barlowe takes over the microphone for another solo episode, breaking down the latest performances from the 2026 NBA Draft class and the early challenges of adjusting to the NBA. The conversation begins with Wednesday night's matchup between the Washington Wizards and Atlanta Hawks. Kingston Flemings made the start for Atlanta and finished with 14 points and four assists, while AJ Dybantsa struggled to find his rhythm, scoring nine points on 4-of
#96
Wednesday · 1 hr 16 min
First Impressions: Ivan Kharchenkov Steals the Show! Plus Stokes, Branch and more..
College basketball is officially back, and Rafael and James Barlowe share their first impressions of some of the top prospects in the 2027 and 2028 NBA Draft classes following opening night. From Ivan Kharchenkov's 38-point explosion in Arizona's matchup against UCLA to early performances from Tyran Stokes, Caleb Holt, Nikola Kusturica, Bruce Branch III and Joaquin Boumtje Boumtje, the brothers break down what stood out and what they'll be watching as the season unfolds.
#95
Tuesday · 40 min
Rookie Report Vol. 15: Dybantsa Scores 21, Wilson Drops 24 & Thomas Gets His Chance
The 2026 NBA rookie class continues to deliver impressive performances, and James Barlowe is back with another solo edition of NBA Draft Junkies Rookie Report In Volume 15, James breaks down Caleb Wilson's latest standout performance against the Philadelphia 76ers, where he finished with 24 points, seven rebounds, four assists and four steals while connecting on four of his nine three-point attempts. The conversation also turns to AJ Dybantsa, who scored 21 points in Washington's victory over
#94
Monday · 48 min
2027 NBA Draft Big Board 1.0 PART II: James Barlowe Goes Against the Consensus!
James Barlowe returns for Part II of his 2027 NBA Draft Big Board 1.0, revealing the remaining prospects on his preseason rankings after unveiling his top 10 last week. Find out where Anthony Thompson, Billy Richmond, Alijah Arenas and other intriguing prospects land as James continues to challenge the consensus and shares his thoughts on the overall strength of the 2027 NBA Draft class.
#93
Monday · 1 hr 17 min
Rookie Report Vol. 14: Darius Acuff's Historic Start & Yaxel's Lendeborg's Scoring Explosion
Darius Acuff is off to a historic start with the Sacramento Kings, averaging 26 points and six assists while scoring at least 30 points in three of his last five games, leaving Rafael and James Barlowe wondering whether his production is sustainable. Meanwhile, Golden State rookie Yaxel Lendeborg continues to exceed expectations with his scoring ability, delivering another monster performance as the Warriors extend their winning streak to four games.
#92
October 30 · 1 hr 30 min
2027 NBA Draft: James Barlowe Reveals His TOP 10 Prospects and Challenges the Early Consensus
After Rafael Barlowe compared the 2027 NBA Draft class to the underwhelming 2024 class, James Barlowe strongly disagreed, arguing that the upcoming group of prospects deserves considerably more optimism. Now, James unveils his top 10 prospects entering the 2026-27 college basketball season, revealing a big board that looks significantly different from the early consensus rankings.
#91
October 29 · 41 min
Rookie Report Vol. 13: AJ Dybantsa Makes His Debut! Plus Kingston Flemings' Career Night
The 2026 NBA rookie class continues to deliver compelling storylines, and James Barlowe is flying solo for another edition of NBA Draft Junkies Rookie Report! In Volume 13, James begins with the highly anticipated NBA season debut of AJ Dybantsa, who finally returned to action after missing the opening games with an ankle injury. What stood out from his first appearance, and what should fans expect as he works his way into the rotation? The conversation then shifts to Kingston Flemings, who de
#90
October 28 · 1 hr 17 min
Rookie Reports Vol. 12: Is It Time to Give Mikel Brown Jr. the Keys to Brooklyn's Offense?
Is it time for the Brooklyn Nets to hand Mikel Brown Jr. the keys to their offense? Rafael and James Barlowe break down Brown's impressive second half, the latest NBA injury news and what it means for several rookies, along with Cameron Boozer's undefeated start in Memphis, Yaxel Lendeborg's strong play and Darius Acuff's latest performance.
#89
October 27 · 1 hr 51 min
Rookie Report Vol. 11: Thunder Injuries, Caleb Wilson, Meleek Thomas & Darius Acuff
In Rookie Report Vol. 11, Rafael and James Barlowe examine how injuries to Oklahoma City starters Cason Wallace and Jalen Williams could create opportunities for rookies Aday Mara and Bennett Stirtz, while breaking down Monday night's performances from Caleb Wilson and Meleek Thomas. The brothers also discuss the anticipated matchup between Cameron Boozer and Utah's highly touted rookie, along with Darius Acuff's remarkable start to his NBA career.
#88
October 26 · 53 min
2027 NBA Draft Watch: Tyran Stokes, Jordan Smith Jr., Patrick Ngongba & Duke's Loaded Roster
With the college basketball season approaching, Rafael and James Barlowe break down a weekend of high-profile exhibition matchups featuring some of the most intriguing prospects in the 2027 NBA Draft class. From Arkansas' top-ranked recruiting class against Gonzaga to Duke's loaded roster facing Kansas, the brothers discuss standout performances from Patrick Ngongba, Bruce Branch III and others before examining Cayden Daughtry's incredible 46-point performance against Beckham Black.
#87
October 26 · 50 min
Rookie Report Vol. 10: The 2026 NBA Rookie Class Is Living Up to the Hype!
The 2026 NBA rookie class continues to live up to the hype, and Rafael and James Barlowe break down an impressive weekend highlighted by Caleb Wilson's 30-point performance, Cameron Boozer's all-around production, Yaxel Lendeborg's strong play and Darius Acuff's 33-point outing. The brothers also discuss Acuff's shot selection, Trevon Brazile's emergence as a potential second-round steal, and Sergio De Larrea's encouraging performance for Dallas.
#86
October 23 · 38 min
NBA Draft Junkies Live: Yaxel's Trash Talk , Acuff Struggles + 2027 & 2028 Draft Buzz
From Yaxel Lendeborg's trash talk with Luka Dončić to Darius Acuff's rough NBA debut and Keaton Wagler's encouraging performance, Rafael and James Barlowe break down the latest rookie storylines. The brothers also shift their attention to college basketball exhibitions, discussing Tyran Stokes, Obinna Ekezie, Nikola Kusturica and Duke's loaded roster as the 2027 NBA Draft picture begins to take shape.
#85
October 22 · 1 hr 22 min
Rookie Report Vol. 9: First Impressions of the 2026 NBA Rookie Debuts
The preseason is over, the NBA regular season is underway, and now the real evaluation begins! On Rookie Report Vol. 9, Rafael and James Barlowe share their first impressions of the 2026 NBA rookie class, breaking down the opening performances of Darryn Peterson, Cameron Boozer, Caleb Wilson, Mikel Brown Jr. and Brayden Burries
#84
October 20 · 1 hr 48 min
Brandon Miller's $209M Extension, First-Round Cuts & Award Predictions
On the eve of the NBA season, Rafael and James Barlowe discuss Brandon Miller's massive $209 million extension, the uncertain futures of several 2023 NBA Draft picks, and whether NBA teams are giving up on young talent too quickly. Plus, the brothers share their predictions for the 2026-27 season, including MVP, Rookie of the Year, breakout players, and the biggest surprises to watch.
#83
October 19 · 1 hr 37 min
Sunday Rundown: NBA Injury Concerns, Cason Wallace's $139M Deal, Tyran Stokes Shines and more...
The Barlowe brothers are back for another Sunday Rundown, breaking down the wave of NBA preseason injuries, Cason Wallace's reported five-year, $139 million extension with Oklahoma City, and the approaching rookie-scale extension deadline for the 2023 NBA Draft class. Rafael and James also turn their attention to the 2027 NBA Draft, sharing their early impressions of Tyran Stokes, Bruce Branch III and other prospects who stood out in college exhibition games.
#82
October 16 · 1 hr 14 min
Rookie Report Vol. 7: Red Flags, Green Lights & Early Impressions
The NBA regular season is almost here, and after several weeks of preseason basketball, it's time to take a closer look at the 2026 NBA Draft lottery picks. In NBA Draft Junkies Rookie Report Vol. 7: Red Flags & Green Lights, James Barlowe examines the encouraging signs and potential concerns surrounding the most highly touted rookies in the 2026 class. James shares what he's loved about their preseason performances, the skills that have translated to the NBA level, and some of the red flags t
#81
October 15 · 1 hr 35 min
Rookie Report Vol. 6: Mikel Brown, Caleb Wilson, Brayden Burries & Yaxel Lendeborg
Rafael and James break down Mikel Brown Jr.'s NBA preseason debut with the Brooklyn Nets, where the No. 6 overall pick finished with 15 points, three rebounds and three assists in just 18 minutes. The brothers also discuss Yaxel Lendeborg's continued strong play with Golden State and the matchup between Caleb Wilson and Brayden Burries, whose latest performance strengthens James's belief that Milwaukee should invest in his development.
#80
October 14 · 1 hr 32 min
Rookie Report Vol. 5: Darryn Peterson's Progress, Mikel Brown's Debut & Meleek Thomas Gets Buckets
Rafael and James break down Darryn Peterson's latest preseason performance and what they've learned about the No. 2 overall pick, while looking ahead to Mikel Brown Jr.'s anticipated debut with the Brooklyn Nets. They also discuss Allen Graves' difficult first outing and Meleek Thomas catching fire with 16 points in just 13 minutes.
#79
October 13 · 1 hr 33 min
Rookie Report Vol. 4: Aday Mara & Bennett Stirtz Shine, AJ Dybantsa Impresses
The Oklahoma City Thunder rookies continue to impress, as Aday Mara and Bennett Stirtz delivered another pair of standout performances Monday night. Rafael and James break down the latest from the 2026 NBA rookie class, including AJ Dybantsa, Caleb Wilson and Kingston Flemings, before discussing the reaction to Rafael's recent Rob Dillingham article.

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