In the latest Locked On NBA Big Board Podcast, the crew—Rafael Barlowe, James Barlowe, Leif Thulin, and Richard Stayman—dive into their 2025 NBA rookie predictions. They cover a range of topics, including their picks for Rookie of the Year and selections for both the first and second All-Rookie teams. The discussion also explores how many rookies will earn starting spots on opening night and speculates on first-rounders likely heading to the NBA G League. Additionally, the team weighs in on the number of rookies expected to play significant minutes on playoff-contending teams. The episode wraps up with predictions about which second-round picks might outplay expectations and secure rotation roles.

Is the 2024 NBA Draft class as bad as people say? - 2:45

Rookie of the Year predictions - 6:32

First Team All-Rookie 

James - 11:33

Leif - 11:52

Richard - 13:07

Second Team All-Rookie

Leif - 15:45

James - 15:54

Richard - 16:24

Rookies to start on opening night? - 17:05

Tidjane Saluan - 19:41

Utah Jazz tanking or predictions - 20:17

First lottery pick or first round pick to be sent to G-League? - 23:59

Rookies to play rotation minutes on a playoff team? - 30:54

Which 2nd round pick will make a splash? - 34:45