On the latest episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board podcast, hosts Rafael and James Barlowe dissect the pivotal draft decisions made by several underclassmen ahead of the NBA draft withdrawal deadline. They delve into the choices of Jamir Watkins, Yanic Konan Niederhauser, Adou Thiero, and RJ Luis Jr., all of whom have opted to remain in the draft, analyzing how these decisions might influence their professional trajectories. Mid-episode, breaking news emerges as Labaron Philon announces his withdrawal from the draft, prompting an immediate discussion on his potential impact in the upcoming college season. The hosts also examine the returns of Tahaad Pettiford, Miles Byrd, and Otega Oweh to their respective college programs, considering how these decisions could reshape the landscape of college basketball in the 2025–26 season.
Episode Time Stamps:
Jamir Watkins – 1:40
Yanic Konan Niederhauser – 6:00
Yanic Konan Niederhauser (continued) – 9:52
RJ Luis Jr. – 15:34
Adou Thiero – 20:20
Labaron Philon (breaking news) – 23:38
Miles Byrd – 24:46
Labaron Philon (continued) – 26:09
Otega Oweh – 28:18
Tahaad Pettiford – 30:13
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