Locked On NBA Draft with No Ceilings

Tyler Metcalf (@tmetcalf11) and Tyler Rucker (@tyler_rucker) react to the first day of 2026 NBA Summer League and the matchup between AJ Dybantsa and Darryn Peterson. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Odoo Great organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon . Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Jo...

What if the 2018 NBA Draft played out differently? We're re-drafting one of the most stacked classes in recent memory and shaking up where its biggest stars ended up. In this redraft, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander lands with the Phoenix Suns, Luka Doncic goes to the Sacramento Kings, and Jalen Brunson gets picked by the Atlanta Hawks. We break down how these new destinations would've changed each player...

Summer League is finally here, and we're breaking down the rookies, sophomores, and matchups we can't wait to watch this week. We dive into top 2026 draft picks Darryn Peterson, Cam Boozer, and Caleb Wilson as they make their pro debuts, then check in on how sophomores Egor Demin, Ace Bailey, and Carter Bryant have developed heading into their second Summer League run. Who's the breakout star of S...

Nathan Grubel (@Draftdeeper) previews his top 2026 NBA Las Vegas Summer League matchups, including AJ Dybantsa vs. Darryn Peterson, Cameron Boozer vs. Caleb Wilson, AND goes over helpful tips and tricks for how to evaluate players during Summer League. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to ou...

Tyler Rucker (@tyler_rucker) gives his initial takeaways from the beginning of the California Classic and Salt Lake City Summer Leagues. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/nba-draft-with-no-ceilings/ Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA & More 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/leagues/nba Everydayer Club If you never miss an ep...

What if NBA front offices could go back and do the 2017 NBA Draft all over again? On this episode of Locked On NBA Draft, Albert and Corey hit the redo button on one of the most talent-rich and mistake-filled draft classes in league history. With the benefit of hindsight, we rebuild the entire first round and reveal who actually deserved to go in the top 4, including a complete shakeup that sends...

Tyler Metcalf (@tmetcalf11) and Tyler Rucker (@tyler_rucker) share their favorite and least favorite selections from the Eastern Conference in the 2026 NBA Draft. 0:00 Intro 0:55 Favorite picks 12:40 Least favorite picks 22:25 Who improved the most? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. From the opening whistle to the final kick, Let There Be...

The 2026 NBA Draft is in the books, and the Locked On NBA Draft crew breaks down the picks that mattered most. Albert and Corey dive into the fits that made instant sense, the picks that left them scratching their heads, and the second-round sleepers who could outplay their draft slot. In this episode: Why Darryn Peterson landing with the Utah Jazz is one of the best fits in the entire draft How Y...

Cameron Boozer ignites fresh hope for the Memphis Grizzlies, while Darryn Peterson looks poised to thrive within Will Hardy’s dynamic Utah Jazz offense. Can these blue-chip rookies redefine their teams’ futures and maximize their NBA potential? Nathan Grubel and Maxwell Baumbach break down favorite fits from the 2026 NBA Draft, spotlighting Boozer’s physicality and playmaking alongside Zach Edey a...

Tyler Metcalf (@tmetcalf11) and Tyler Rucker (@tyler_rucker) share their favorite and least favorite selections from the Western Conference in the 2026 NBA Draft. 0:00 Intro 1:10 Favorite picks 13:30 Least favorite picks 22:40 Who improved the most? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. From the opening whistle to the final kick, Let There Be...

The 2026 NBA Draft isn't even cold yet — and we're already looking ahead. On this episode of Locked On NBA Draft, Albert and Corey fire up the No Ceilings Mock Draft Simulator at NCMockDraft.com to make our first top 10 picks for the 2027 NBA Draft. It's early. We know. That's the point. We break down which prospects are already on our radar, why certain teams could be in prime lottery position af...

Tyler Rucker (@tyler_rucker) gives his favorite fits & team hauls from Round 1 of the 2026 NBA Draft Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/nba-draft-with-no-ceilings/ Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA & More 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/leagues/nba Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official...

The 2026 NBA Draft is in the books — and Albert and Corey are breaking it all down. They react to the top four picks, hit the first round selections that caught their eye, then dive deep into the second round to highlight the best value of the night — including Jaden Bradley, Ryan Conwell, Isaiah Evans, Meleek Thomas, and Tyler Bilodeau. Who stood out on draft night? And which second round sleeper...

Nathan Grubel and Maxwell Baumbach predict how they THINK the 2026 NBA Draft will unfold. Who falls? Who rises? TUNE IN TO FIND OUT! Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGY Ignite your taste buds with the flavor of the summer. Get a Firework Freeze 5-hour ENERGY®️ shot today. For more information, visit https://FiveHourEnergy.com . Odoo Great organizations win because operations matte...

Nathan Grubel and Maxwell Baumbach predict how they THINK the 2026 NBA Draft will unfold. Who falls? Who rises? TUNE IN TO FIND OUT! Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGY Ignite your taste buds with the flavor of the summer. Get a Firework Freeze 5-hour ENERGY®️ shot today. For more information, visit https://FiveHourEnergy.com . Odoo Great organizations win because operations matte...

Tyler Metcalf (@tmetcalf11) reacts to the final No Ceilings’ 2026 NBA Mock Draft. 0:00 Intro 1:21 15-20 12:40 21-25 21:45 26-30 Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGY Ignite your taste buds with the flavor of the summer. Get a Firework Freeze 5-hour ENERGY®️ shot today. For more information, visit https://FiveHourEnergy.com . Odoo Great organizations win because operations matter. An...

Tyler Metcalf (@tmetcalf11) reacts to the final No Ceilings’ 2026 NBA Mock Draft. 0:00 Intro 2:00 1-5 10:15 6-10 18:38 11-14 Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGY Ignite your taste buds with the flavor of the summer. Get a Firework Freeze 5-hour ENERGY®️ shot today. For more information, visit https://FiveHourEnergy.com . Odoo Great organizations win because operations matter. And t...

Tyler Metcalf (@tmetcalf11) reacts to the shocking hire of Dusty May by the Dallas Mavericks, what it means for the 2026 NBA Draft, and what it means for Michigan next season. 0:00 Intro 1:30 Who is Dusty May and why does this matter? 9:52 Does this change the Mavs draft strategy? 19:00 How does this affect Michigan? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGY Ignite your taste buds with...

With the 2026 NBA Draft just days away, it's time to make the call — are these prospects worth building around, or are they best suited as the perfect complementary piece? Albert and Corey put six intriguing draft prospects through the ultimate test: Bride or Bridesmaid? For each player, they break down strengths, weaknesses, NBA role projection, and star upside to determine whether they're a team...

Tyler Rucker (@tyler_rucker) breaks down the options for the Milwaukee Bucks in the 2026 NBA Draft and yes...some Giannis talk. No Ceilings NBA Digital Draft Guide: https://noceilingsnba.bigcartel.com/product/no-ceilings-2026-nba-draft-guide Get Your Free Locked On NBA Draft Guide! Our exclusive first round guide features team picks from local Locked On hosts and deep-dive prospect analysis from L...

The wait is finally over. The New York Knicks are NBA champions for the first time since 1973, closing out the San Antonio Spurs in five games to end a 53-year drought. On today's episode of Locked On NBA Draft with No Ceilings, Albert and Corey break down what this title means — and what it tells us about how teams should be building. Jalen Brunson's 45-point performance in Game 5 earned him the...

The Locked On NBA Ultimate Mock Draft puts the Locked On hosts in charge of their team to make selections and trades. Listen to hear about all of the top 2026 NBA Draft prospects, trades, team picks, and analysis from our Locked On College insiders. Nick Angstadt (Locked On NBA) and Nathan Grubel (Locked On NBA Draft with No Ceilings) kick off the Locked On NBA ULTIMATE Mock Draft by previewing th...

The wait is finally over. The New York Knicks are NBA champions for the first time since 1973, closing out the San Antonio Spurs in five games to end a 53-year drought. On today's episode of Locked On NBA Draft with No Ceilings, Albert and Corey break down what this title means — and what it tells us about how teams should be building. Jalen Brunson's 45-point performance in Game 5 earned him the...

Which NBA teams uncovered the biggest draft steals of the past decade? Nathan Grubel and Maxwell Baumbach break down their top 10 value picks, spotlighting players who dramatically outperformed their draft slots—think Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's superstar rise from the 11th pick and Jalen Brunson's Finals MVP run after going 33rd. Their draft board features elite contributors like Tyrese Haliburton,...

Tyler Rucker gives his thoughts about what the Dallas Mavericks should do in the NBA Draft. Including options at 9 & 30. Get Your Free Locked On NBA Draft Guide! Our exclusive first round guide features team picks from local Locked On hosts and deep-dive prospect analysis from Locked On NBA Draft with No Ceilings. Download your free guide now: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/nbadraftguide/ . Everyday...