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

NBA Draft Junkies Podcast is a sports podcast hosted by James Barlowe, Rafael Barlowe, with 68 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

James Barlowe, Rafael Barlowe hosts NBA Draft Junkies Podcast, a sports show with 68 episodes published.

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  Episode #72

  Is Matt Able This Year’s NBA Draft Breakout Prospect?

  Oct 1, 202643 min

  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 and James break down Able's strengths, concerns and NBA projection, while James explains why he's particularly high on the UNC sophomore and believes the consensus may be significantly underrating him entering the season.  Could Matt Able become one of the biggest breakout prospects in the 2027 NBA Draft? #MattAble #UNC #UNCBasketball #TarHeels #GoHeels #CarolinaBasketball #2027NBADraft #NBADraft #NBADraft2027 #NBADraftJunkies #NBAProspects #NBADraftProspects #NBAScouting #MikeMalone #NCState #CollegeBasketball #CollegeHoops #ACCBasketball #BasketballScouting #NBADraftAnalysis #DraftProspects

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  Episode #71

  Mailbag Wednesday: 2027 Draft, Border League, OTE & NBA Rookies

  Oct 1, 20261h 18m

  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 in Las Vegas, where many of the country's top high school teams and prospects will give scouts an early look at what they've added to their games, and break down some of the measurements and takeaways from the OTE Combine. Prospects, rankings, scouting, high school hoops and NBA questions...It's all on the table.

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  Episode #70

  Hugo Yimga Keeps Adding to His Game. How Good Can He Be?

  Sep 30, 20261h 8m

  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 been his shooting. After previously being viewed as a non-shooter, Yimga made a major jump as a 17 year-old professional, connecting on around 40% of his three point attempts. A strong performance this past weekend provided glimpses of offensive skill and versatility that haven't always been associated with Yimga's game. In this episode, Rafael and James break down Yimga's strengths, weaknesses, shooting development, expanding offensive game and overall NBA projection. If he continues adding new dimensions to his game, how high could his NBA Draft stock eventually climb? #HugoYimga #2027NBADraft #NBADraft #NBADraft2027 #NBADraftJunkies #NBAProspects #NBADraftProspects #NBAScouting #InternationalProspects #InternationalBasketball #FranceBasketball #FrenchBasketball #BasketballFrance #EuropeanBasketball #DraftProspects #NBADraftInternational #BasketballScouting #NBADraftAnalysis #NBAFuture #FrenchProspects

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  Episode #69

  NBA Media Day Headlines: Duren Drama, Ingram Injury, Baldy Lebron, Ja Morant & More

  Sep 29, 20261h 8m

  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 partially torn Achilles, which will delay his Clippers debut following the Kawhi Leonard trade. Then it's time for some of the lighter Media Day storylines: baldy Lebron, which players showed up looking like they spent the entire offseason in the weight room, and what should we make of Ja Morant potentially coming off the bench for a crowded Portland backcourt? #NBA #NBAMediaDay #NBAMediaDay2026 #NBADraftJunkies #JalenDuren #DetroitPistons #Pistons #TrajanLangdon #BrandonIngram #LAClippers #JaMorant #TrailBlazers #RipCity #KawhiLeonard #NBAOffseason #NBASeason #NBANews #Basketball #NBAUpdates

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  Episode #68

  Rob Dillingham traded to Charlotte: Good Fit or Another Bad Situation?

  Sep 26, 202647 min

  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 situation for Dillingham to showcase the creativity that made him a lottery pick. They also examine what the move means for Charlotte's young backcourt, particularly 2026 first-round pick Christian Anderson, and whether Dillingham will actually receive the minutes and freedom necessary to establish himself as an NBA rotation guard. #RobDillingham #CharlotteHornets #Hornets #BuzzCity #ChicagoBulls #Timberwolves #KentuckyBasketball #BBN #ChristianAnderson #NBA #NBATrade #NBAYoungCore #NBADraft #NBADraftJunkies #NBADraftProspects #NBAScouting #Basketball #NBANews

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