In this episode of the Rookie Review Vol 3 Part I, Rafael and James Barlowe trade opinions on the top rookies from 2023 NBA draft class plus Chet Holmgren.

The Barlowe Brothers continue their debate from Vol 2 on the pending Rookie of the Year race between Victor Wembanyama (1:57) and Chet Holmgren (5:44)

In the second segment Rafael and James discuss the strong play from Miami Heat rookie Jaime Jaquez Jr and share how landing in the ideal situation will likely earn Jaquez a first team all rookie selection. (11:46)

In the final segment the Barlowe Brother cover Brandon Miller and Dereck Lively’s early season performances (22:55). Rafael suggest Miller seems to have hit the rookie wall and his play has been impacted by the absence of LaMelo Ball. James adds he believes Lively’s success is directly related to Luka Doncic and the important of the right fit.

And the emergence of Brandin Podziemski (25:46)

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