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UConn center Na’jai Hines is one of the most productive per-minute big men in college basketball, and on this episode of Locked On NBA Draft we break down his game. The 6'11", 265-pound center transferred from Seton Hall, where he led the Big East in blocks per game in limited minutes as a freshman and was one of the most efficient finishers around the rim.

We dig into his rim protection, his offensive rebounding, and what he needs to show now that he’s in a bigger role at UConn. We also get into NBA comparisons to T...

Here are 3 prospects that you're ranking too low as we head into the regular season.

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USC sophomore guard Alijah Arenas is one of the most intriguing scorers in college basketball, and on this episode of Locked On NBA Draft we break down his game. The former five-star guard returned from knee surgery last season, put up 14.1 points per game in the 14 games he played, and had several 20-point performances down the stretch before deciding to return to USC.

We get into his offense, his defense, and what he needs to show this season. We also dig into NBA comparisons to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Kevin Martin, and Tim Thomas. Which one does he look...

Are the Memphis Grizzlies AHEAD of schedule? Nathan Grubel breaks down the team's new identity behind Cameron Boozer, Zach Edey and Ty Jerome. He also covers the debut weeks of top NBA rookies and sophomores including Caleb Wilson, Darius Acuff, Yaxel Lendeborg, Dylan Harper, and VJ Edgecombe.

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Tyler Rucker (@tyler_rucker) breaks down some NBA Draft takeaways from the exhibition thriller between Duke and Kansas

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Arizona sophomore forward Ivan Kharchenkov is one of the most interesting two-way wings in college basketball, and on this episode of Locked On NBA Draft we break down his game. The 6'7" forward from Munich, Germany, came to Tucson from Bayern Munich’s senior team, started all 39 games as a freshman, and helped Arizona reach the Final Four with his perimeter defense and steal production.

We dig into his offense, his defense, and what he needs to show this season. We also get into NBA comparisons to Jae Crowder, Shane Battier, and OG Anunoby. Which one does he...

Tyler Metcalf (@tmetcalf11) breaks down the Kansas vs Louisville scrimmage and the biggest standouts.

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Texas freshman guard Austin Goosby is one of the most intriguing backcourt prospects in the 2027 NBA Draft class, and on this episode of Locked On NBA Draft we break down his game. The 6'5" guard out of Melissa, Texas, comes to Austin as a top-25 recruit with length, touch, and a high feel for the game.

We get into his offense, his defense, and what he needs to show at Texas this season. We also dig into NBA comparisons to Jeremy Lamb, Devin Vassell, Cam Christie, and Luke Kennard. Which one does he look like most? How...

Nathan Grubel covers his 2026-27 NBA Rookie of the Year and All-Rookie predictions! Is AJ Dybantsa the favorite for ROTY? Where do Cameron Boozer, Darryn Peterson, and Caleb Wilson slot in? He gives his preseason ballot and choices for both All-Rookie First and Second Teams!

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Dash Daniels has gotten off to a fantastic start, but is it real?

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Miami freshman forward Caleb Gaskins is one of the most talked-about prospects in the 2027 NBA Draft class, and on this episode of Locked On NBA Draft we break down his game. The five-star forward is one of the highest-rated recruits in Miami program history and already shows up as a lottery pick in early mock drafts.

We go through his offense, his defense, and what he needs to show at Miami this season. We also get into NBA comparisons to Rui Hachimura, Marcus Morris, and OG Anunoby. Which one does he look like most? How much of...

Tyler Rucker (@tyler_rucker) breaks down some returning prospects who need to "prove it" to make some serious noise in the 2027 NBA Draft cycle

00:00 — Prove It: Draft Prospects
03:00 — Braylon Mullins Analysis
11:01 — Pat Ngongba Breakdown
19:16 — Thomas Haugh & Quick Hitters

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Houston freshman center Arafan Diané is one of the most intriguing bigs in the 2027 NBA Draft class, and on this episode of Locked On NBA Draft we break down his game. The 7-foot, 280-pound McDonald’s All-American from Conakry, Guinea led the FIBA U17 World Cup in rebounding and committed to Houston as one of the top-ranked centers in his class.

We dig into his offense, defense, and rebounding, and what he has to prove at Houston. We also get into NBA comparisons to Eddy Curry, Jerome James, and DeMarcus Cousins. Which version of that heavy, skilled big...

Tyler Rucker (@tyler_rucker) gives his early season takeways from exhibition games involving North Carolina, USC & Duke.

00:00 — North Carolina
14:41 — USC Standouts & Alijah Arenas
22:49 — Duke Roster & Prospects

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Corey Tulaba and Albert open the mailbag and answer fan questions about how they actually evaluate the NBA Draft. They name the players who haven't panned out yet but whose stock they're still holding, and explain how they weigh floor against ceiling when building evals, big boards, and tiers. They also get into how much league intel factors into their evaluations compared to what they see on tape and in the numbers. A great listen for fans who want a look inside the process behind a draft analyst's big board.

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Tyler Metcalf (@tmetcalf11) and Tyler Rucker (@tyler_rucker) breakdown some of their favorite returning wings for the 2027 NBA Draft.

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Corey Tulaba and Albert go through a full top-10 mock draft for the 2027 NBA Draft class. Arkansas guard Jordan Smith Jr., Christian Collins, and Arizona's Caleb Holt come off the board in the top three, and the guys explain what separates them from the rest of the class. They break down the reasoning behind each pick, the prospects who could climb or fall as the college season plays out, and where the real separation is in what many consider a down year. A must-listen for anyone tracking college hoops and early 2027 NBA Draft buzz.

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Nathan Grubel continues his 2026-27 NBA season preview series with 30 burning questions for 30 NBA teams, focused on the league's young talent! Today's show covers the Southwest Division, answering questions about the Spurs, Mavericks, Rockets, Grizzlies, and Pelicans.

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Tyler Rucker (@tyler_rucker) breaks down initial takeaways from some of the 2026 NBA Draft class in their preseason debuts.

00:00 — NBA Preseason Expectations + Darryn Peterson
11:13 — Keaton Wagler
18:38 — Yoxel Lendeborg

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Corey Tulaba and Albert break down Michigan sophomore Trey McKenney, a bruising, big-bodied combo guard who's ready to take on a bigger role for the Wolverines this season. They dig into his offensive game, including his elite pull-up shooting, strength and physicality attacking downhill, and underrated feel operating out of ball screens, along with the questions around his lateral quickness and conditioning on defense. The guys also run through NBA comparisons, including Jordan Clarkson, Malcolm Brogdon, Bradley Beal, Glen Rice, and Steve Smith, to map out the range of outcomes for McKenney's game as his usage expands. A must-listen...

Tyler Metcalf (@tmetcalf11) and Tyler Rucker (@tyler_rucker) breakdown some of their favorite freshmen forwards for the 2027 NBA Draft.

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Corey Tulaba and Albert break down Duke five-star freshman Cameron Williams, a top-5 overall recruit in the 2026 class and an early top-5 projection for the 2027 NBA Draft. They dig into his offensive game, including his rare length, mobility, and floor-spacing shooting touch for a 6'11" forward, along with the real concerns around his skinny frame, physicality, and defensive consistency at the college level. The guys also run through NBA comparisons, including Evan Mobley, Bol Bol, and Jalen Smith, to map out the wide range of outcomes for Williams' game at the next level. A must-listen for anyone tracking college...

Nathan Grubel continues his 2026-27 NBA season preview series with 30 burning questions for 30 NBA teams, focused on the league's young talent! Today's show covers the Central, answering questions about the Pistons, Bulls, Bucks, Cavaliers, and Pacers.

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Tyler Metcalf (@tmetcalf11) and Tyler Rucker (@tyler_rucker) breakdown some of their favorite returning forwards for the 2027 NBA Draft.

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Corey Tulaba goes solo for a fan mailbag episode, answering questions submitted by listeners on everything from prospect evaluation to the state of the 2027 NBA Draft class. He shares his favorite low- and mid-major transfer breakout candidates, reveals who his personal "guy" is in the draft class, and breaks down his approach to scouting when a class gets labeled weak or down. A great listen for fans who want an inside look at how a draft analyst actually builds his big board. Got a question for a future mailbag? Send it in.

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Tyler Metcalf (@tmetcalf11) and Tyler Rucker (@tyler_rucker) breakdown some of their favorite freshmen centers for the 2027 NBA Draft.

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Albert goes solo to break down UConn signee Colben Landrew, the reigning Mr. Georgia Basketball and a rising name on the 2027 NBA Draft board. He digs into Landrew's offensive game, including his strong frame, footwork, and finishing craft around the rim, along with his shooting touch and the questions around his lack of vertical explosiveness. He also covers Landrew's defensive versatility, using his size and strength to guard multiple positions, and runs through NBA comparisons, including Jamal Mashburn and Al Harrington, to project Landrew's likely role and ceiling at the next level. A must-listen for anyone tracking college hoops...

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Tyler Metcalf (@tmetcalf11) and Tyler Rucker (@tyler_rucker) breakdown some of their favorite returning centers for the 2027 NBA Draft.

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Corey Tulaba and Albert break down Arkansas five-star signee JJ Andrews, the 2025 Arkansas Gatorade Player of the Year and a projected first-round pick in the 2027 NBA Draft. They dig into his offensive game, including his powerful downhill attacking style, physical frame, and ability to finish through contact, along with the questions around his handle and shot-creation polish. The guys also cover his defensive versatility and leadership qualities, and run through NBA comparisons, including Gerald Wallace, Larry Johnson, RJ Barrett, and Josh Hart, to project Andrews' likely role and ceiling at the next level. A must-listen for anyone tracking college...

Tyler Rucker (@tyler_rucker) takes a look at NCAA Rosters stacked with potential 2027 NBA Draft prospects

00:00 Intro & Stacked Rosters Overview
04:18 Texas, UConn & Arkansas Prospects
24:49 Quick Hitters & Sleeper Teams

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Nathan Grubel begins his 2026-27 NBA season preview series with 30 burning questions for 30 NBA teams, focused on the league's young talent! Today's show covers the Atlantic Division, answering questions about the 76ers, Raptors, Nets, Knicks, and Celtics.

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Corey goes solo to break down three forwards primed for breakout seasons in college basketball this year: Amani Hansberry, Paulius Murauskas, and Alexandros Samodurov. He digs into what makes each of their statistical profiles and skill sets stand out, and why they could be some of the most productive frontcourt players in the country this season. A must-listen for anyone tracking college hoops sleepers and breakout candidates heading into the new season.

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Tyler Metcalf (@tmetcalf11) shares some of his most beneficial lessons he learned from the 2024 NBA Draft that can be applied to this year's class.

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Corey Tulaba and Albert break down BYU five-star freshman Bruce Branch III, the former No. 1 overall recruit in his class and a projected top-10 pick in the 2027 NBA Draft. They dig into his offensive game, including his shot-making questions and unproven scoring touch, along with his defensive tools and length that have them higher on his two-way upside after digging into the film. The guys also run through NBA comparisons, including Mikal Bridges, Xavier McDaniel, Harrison Barnes, and Cam Reddish, to map out the range of outcomes for Branch's game at the next level. A must-listen for anyone tracking...

The Michigan Wolverines suffered a devastating loss with Brandon McCoy Jr.'s injury but their season isn't over. Tyler Metcalf breaks down McCoy's game, what it means for the 2027 NBA Draft, and who else to keep an eye on for Michigan.

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Corey Tulaba and Albert break down Arkansas five-star signee Miikka Muurinen, the 7-foot Finnish forward joining John Calipari's stacked freshman class after a season of pro ball in Serbia. They dig into his offensive game, including rare mobility and shooting touch for his size, flashes of pick-and-pop range, and the tools of a modern stretch big. They also cover his raw, still-unrefined defense and the boom-or-bust questions that come with his game. The guys run through NBA comparisons, including JaVale McGee, Marquese Chriss, Josh Smith, and Thon Maker, to map out the wide range of outcomes for Muurinen at...

On today's show, Nathan Grubel breaks down the NBA's current Rookie of the Year and All-Rookie markets and provides his best leans and insights on players such as AJ Dybantsa, Cameron Boozer, Brayden Burries, and more.

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