In the latest episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board Podcast, hosts Rafael and James Barlowe recap standout performances from the weekend, starting with a discussion on the race for the number one pick. They dive into the games of Cooper Flagg, Dylan Harper, and Ace Bailey, as well as their teammates, highlighting Duke’s dominance over Georgia Tech and impressive outings from Kon Knueppel and Khaman Maluach. The Barlowe brothers also break down Rutgers’ surprising loss to Princeton, shining a spotlight on Xaivian Lee’s strong play. In the second segment, they discuss Ian Jackson’s role at North Carolina, emphasizing how the Tar Heels’ season may hinge on maximizing the freshman’s scoring ability. Finally, the Barlowes analyze Jalil Bethea’s best game of the year for Miami, where he dropped 17 points, and Dink Pate’s breakout 26-point performance in the G League Showcase, showing improved shooting but raising concerns about his playmaking. Throughout the episode, the brothers assess how these performances might influence each player’s draft stock.

Timestamps:

Cooper Flagg, Dylan Harper, Ace Bailey, Kon Knueppel, Khaman Maluach and Xaivian Lee - 2:16

Ian Jackson - 11:47
Jalil Bethea - 22:51
Dink Pate - 28:54