NBA Draft Junkies Podcast

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  Can Tounde Yessoufou Improve His NBA Draft Stock at St. John’s? 16.09.2026 56min

  After averaging 17.8 points per game during a standout freshman season at Baylor, Tounde Yessoufou entered the transfer portal as one of the biggest names available before ultimately landing at St. John’s. Rafael and James discuss what to expect from Yessoufou as a sophomore, what he still needs to improve and whether another year of college basketball can elevate his NBA Draft stock.
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  Is Sayon Keita the Center With the Most Upside in the 2027 Draft Class? 15.09.2026 1t 1min

  North Carolina freshman Sayon Keita arrives in Chapel Hill after developing in FC Barcelona's system and gaining experience against professionals in Spain and the EuroLeague. In a 2027 NBA Draft that could be light on first-round centers, could the young seven-footer's combination of size, youth and upside make him the first big man off the board?
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  From the NBA to College Basketball: Monta Ellis Takes Over as Alcorn State GM 14.09.2026 30min

  Alcorn State GM Monta Ellis joins Rafael Barlowe to discuss his transition from NBA star to college basketball executive and why he chose to take on the challenge of helping build the Alcorn State men's basketball program. Ellis reflects on Mississippi's golden era of basketball, his development and NBA career, while also discussing NIL, roster construction, fundraising, recruiting and his vision for the future of Alcorn State basketball.
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  Are We Sleeping on Arkansas’ J.J. Andrews? Why He Belongs in the Top 5 Conversation 12.09.2026 1t 3min

  Arkansas freshman J.J. Andrews enters college with elite production, impressive physical tools and one of the strongest winning résumés in the 2027 NBA Draft class. So why isn't he receiving more top five buzz?
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  Duke Is Loaded, But Is Patrick Ngongba II Their Best 2027 NBA Draft Prospect? 11.09.2026 43min

  Patrick Ngongba II more than doubled his scoring during a breakout sophomore season and looked like a potential first-round pick before a foot injury interrupted his momentum. Now back at Duke, Rafael and James discuss whether Ngongba can take another leap, how his game translates to the modern NBA and whether he could ultimately become the first Blue Devil selected in the 2027 NBA Draft.
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  Is the Quentin Coleman Hype Real? 10.09.2026 48min

  llinois freshman Quentin Coleman has gone from an under-the-radar recruit to one of the fastest-rising names in the 2027 NBA Draft conversation. James is buying the hype, but does Coleman have the talent and opportunity at Illinois to emerge as a one-and-done prospect?
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  Dylan Mingo: One of 2027’s Most Exciting Prospects and Baylor’s Next Lottery Pick? 09.09.2026 42min

  Baylor freshman Dylan Mingo brings NBA positional size, a 6'10" wingspan and an intriguing combination of ball handling and offensive creativity to Waco. But his NBA ceiling could ultimately depend on two major questions: Is he a point guard or a shooting guard, and can he become a consistent outside shooter?
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  The NBA Is Getting Bigger: Is That Good News for Motiejus Krivas? 08.09.2026 44min

  Arizona’s Motiejus Krivas is a massive 7'2", 260-pound center with the size and skill to potentially become one of the most dominant players in college basketball. Rafael and James break down his NBA potential and debate how valuable an old-school interior center can be as the NBA begins trending bigger again.
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  Amari Allen: Same Player, Different Height, Different Draft Stock? 05.09.2026 38min

  Amari Allen emerged as one of the biggest freshman surprises in the SEC and put himself firmly on the NBA Draft radar with his versatility and all-around production. But after being listed at 6'8" by Alabama, his combine measurements raised a fascinating question: Should finding out a prospect is shorter than expected actually change how we evaluate the player we already watched?
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  Thomas Haugh Will Be Almost 24 on Draft Night.....Does It Matter? 04.09.2026 51min

  Thomas Haugh has spent the past two seasons on NBA radars but has repeatedly chosen to return to Florida rather than enter the draft. Now approaching 24 years old on 2027 draft night, what can Haugh show scouts that they haven't already seen—and can another year actually improve his stock?
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  What Should We Make of Braylon Mullins’ Freshman Season? 03.09.2026 59min

  UConn sophomore Braylon Mullins entered college with a reputation as an elite shooter but connected on just 33% of his threes during an injury-affected freshman season. Was it simply an off year, and could a healthy Mullins emerge as a lottery pick in the 2027 NBA Draft?
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  What More Can Tyler Tanner Do to Improve His Draft Stock? 02.09.2026 59min

  Tyler Tanner broke out as one of college basketball’s top guards last season, averaging 19.5 points and 5.1 assists after averaging just 5.7 points as a freshman. Now back at Vanderbilt for his junior year, the question is whether Tanner can improve his NBA Draft stock when his biggest concern—his size at 6'0"—is something he simply can’t change.
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  What Should We Expect From Baba Oladotun as a Freshman? 01.09.2026 49min

  For years, Baba Oladotun has been viewed as one of the most talented prospects in his class. The skilled forward emerged as an elite recruit early in high school, spent time in the conversation for the No. 1 player in his class and even drew Kevin Durant comparisons because of his combination of size, perimeter skill and shot-making.
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  Is Maximo Adams a One-and-Done NBA Draft Prospect? 29.08.2026 49min

  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.
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  Who Is Alex Wilkins? The 2027 NBA Draft Sleeper You Need to Know 28.08.2026 51min

  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.
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  Miikka Muurinen: The Biggest Wild Card in the 2027 NBA Draft? 27.08.2026 57min

  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?
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  Brandon McCoy Jr.: How High Can He Go in the 2027 NBA Draft? 26.08.2026 49min

  Michigan’s Brandon McCoy Jr. enters the season as one of the most physically gifted prospects in the 2027 NBA Draft.
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  Why Isn’t Anthony Thompson in the No. 1 Pick Conversation? 25.08.2026 44min

  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?
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  Can Bruce Branch Become BYU’s Third Straight Lottery Pick? 23.08.2026 52min

  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.
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  Caleb Holt: How High Can He Go in the 2027 NBA Draft? 21.08.2026 49min

  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?