In this festive episode, we play the role of basketball Santa, handing out personalized "gifts" to some of the top NBA prospects to help them unlock their full potential. From Cooper Flagg to Donovan Dent we tailor each present to address the areas that could take their game to the next level. Tune in as we spread holiday cheer and basketball insight to the next generation of stars.

In this episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board podcast, hosts Rafael Barlowe and Krysten Peek reflect on the impact of Dalton Knecht, who went from a standout senior at Tennessee to a key rotation player for the Los Angeles Lakers playing on Christmas Day. Inspired by Knecht's journey, Rafael and Krysten dive into six senior prospects who may not be dominating like Knecht did but could outperform their draft projections in the 2025 NBA Draft. The duo discusses Johni Broome, Kam Jones, Nique Clifford, Hunter Sallis, Ryan Kalkbrenner, and Maxime Raynaud, highlighting their strong starts, developmental progress, and how returning to school has impacted their stock. With in-depth analysis, the hosts explore whether teams will value these seasoned prospects over unproven upside and speculate on which senior could be the first selected come draft night.

Timestamps:

3:50: Rafael and Krysten discuss overlooked seniors in the NBA Draft.
5:13: Question: Who will be the first senior off the board in the 2025 NBA Draft?
6:17: Breakdown of Johni Broome’s game and draft outlook.
13:15: Analysis of Kam Jones’ early-season impact.
18:28: Nique Clifford’s development and sleeper potential.
25:00: Discussion on Hunter Sallis’ decision to return and his projected role in the NBA.
28:35: Ryan Kalkbrenner’s elite efficiency and two-way value.
31:11: Maxime Raynaud’s blend of size, skill, and international intrigue.

In this episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board podcast, Rafael Barlowe is joined by Richard Stayman to discuss standout performances from the prestigious City of Palms Tournament in Fort Myers, Florida. Renowned for producing future NBA stars, the event offered scouts and fans an early glimpse at several top high school prospects. Stayman breaks down the performances of Cameron and Cayden Boozer, who led their team to the championship, and explains why he believes Cameron Boozer is his favorite to be the No. 1 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. The conversation also highlights other rising talents, including Darius Acuff, Cam Holmes, Caleb Holt, Jaden Toombs, and Dante Allen, with Stayman offering insights into what makes each player special and their potential to thrive at the next level.

Timestamps:
5:07 - Why it is important to scout the City of Palms
8:32 - Cameron and Cayden Boozer discussion
12:25 - Why Cameron Boozer is the number one pick in the 2026 NBA Draft
15:07 - Caden Boozer analysis
18:53 - Darius Acuff evaluation
24:31 - Cam Holmes scouting report
26:42 - Caleb Holt insights
29:54 - Jaden Toombs breakdown
32:10 - Dante Allen review