In the latest Locked On NBA Big Board podcast, hosts Rafael and James Barlowe break down standout rookie performances from Tuesday night's NBA action. They start by analyzing No. 1 pick Zaccharie Risacher's impressive 18-point debut, followed by Kel’el Ware’s strong all-around game, where he posted 13 points, 5 rebounds, and 4 blocks against the Hornets. The Barlowe brothers also highlight Tidjane Salaun’s back-to-back double-digit scoring games, drawing comparisons to Michael Porter Jr. for his shooting confidence. They touch on Ron Holland’s performance, noting concerns about his lack of shooting, and discuss Matas Buzelis' debut in a Bulls uniform, urging the team to rebuild and give Buzelis major minutes. In the final segment, they praise Ryan Dunn's newfound shooting confidence, as the rookie showed significant improvement despite only hitting 23% from deep in college, now letting it fly in Phoenix.

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