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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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#46
Yesterday · 49 min
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.
#45
Friday · 51 min
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.
#44
Thursday · 57 min
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?
#43
Wednesday · 49 min
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.
#42
Tuesday · 44 min
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?
#41
August 23 · 52 min
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.
#40
August 21 · 49 min
Caleb Holt: How High Can He Go in the 2027 NBA Draft?
Caleb Holt enters Arizona as a projected top-five pick in the 2027 NBA Draft. Rafael and James break down his athleticism, defense, rebounding and ability to impact winning, while asking the biggest question surrounding his NBA projection: What is his offensive role at the next level, and ultimately, how high can he go?
#39
August 20 · 39 min
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.
#38
August 19 · 1 hr 3 min
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.
#37
August 18 · 44 min
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.
#36
July 8 · 50 min
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.
#35
June 28 · 39 min
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.
#34
June 24 · 55 min
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.
#33
June 22 · 58 min
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 where 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 on the 2026 NBA Draft board, and break down their potential fits with the Washington Wizards.
#32
June 16 · 41 min
Behind the Final 2026 Big Board
NBA Draft Junkies host James Barlowe gives you an in depth look into his final Big Board before the 2026 NBA Draft
#31
May 13 · 18 min
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.
#30
March 23 · 28 min
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
#29
March 16 · 23 min
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
#28
March 10 · 29 min
2 Guard Talk
Peterson 3:22 Wagler 7:45 Carr 13:42 Tounde 17:33 Burries 22:13 Stirtz 25:38
#27
March 2 · 26 min
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

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