Podcast
No Ceilings
No Ceilings provides you with the most consistent and comprehensive year long draft coverage. We'll cover prospects ranging from the top pick to ones who may not declare for another few seasons. From prospect breakdowns to instant reactions to scouting philosophies, we've got you covered.
- Episodes
- 886
- Releases
- Twice a week
- Typical length
- 1 hr 29 min
- On air since
- 2021
- Latest episode
- 22 hours ago
Episodes
886 episodes, newest first
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50 min
The Night Shift: Opening Day REACTIONS! | 2027 Draft
Season 2, Episode 50
Show notes
The No Ceilings crew go LIVE to react to some of the big matchups from opening night!
Intro- 0:00
Miami vs. Florida- 2:24
Purdue vs. Gonzaga- 17:26
Ohio State vs. BYU- 26:00
Around College Hoops- 37:57
Outro- 47:02Draft Guide and Merchandise: noceilingsnba.bigcartel.com
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Twitter: @NoCeilingsNBA
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1 hr 37 min
Draft Sickos: Opening Week Preview! | 2027 NBA Draft
Season 2, Episode 49
Show notes
Jam Hines & Stephen Gillaspie break down the Opening Week of College Basketball! On the docket:
Intro- 0:00
Opening Week Matchups- 4:41
Take Vault- 1:21:05
Outro- 1:32:00Follow Tobias: https://x.com/tobias_bass
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Twitter: @NoCeilingsNBA
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1 hr 20 min
College Basketball Opening Week Preview, My Guys, and Frankenstein Prospect | 2027 NBA Draft
Season 2, Episode 48
Show notes
Tyler Metcalf (@tmetcalf11) and Tyler Rucker (@tyler_rucker) preview the opening week of college basketball, pick some of "their guys" for the 2027 NBA Draft entering the season, and construct their Frankenstein prospect from the 2027 NBA Draft class.
0:00 Intro
2:00 Opening Week Preview
48:50 My Guys
1:01:10 Frankenstein prospect
Draft Guide and Merchandise: noceilingsnba.bigcartel.com
Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-ceilings-nba-draft/id1595712943
Written work: noceilingsnba.com
Twitter: @NoCeilingsNBA
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1 hr 14 min
Top NBA Storylines From Week 1 Plus Cooper Flagg and Yaxel Lendeborg's Hot Starts
Season 2, Episode 47
Show notes
Tyler Metcalf (@tmetcalf11) and Tyler Rucker (@tyler_rucker) dive into some of their biggest takeaways from the opening week of the NBA and then break down the hot starts for Cooper Flagg and Yaxel Lendeborg.
0:00 Intro
2:40 Main Topic – Biggest Week 1 Storylines
3:00 Injuries
13:55 New coaches with great offenses – Portland Trail Blazers and Dallas Mavericks
28:30 Be patient with the rookies
35:25 Working out the kinks – 76ers and Heat struggling in the half court
41:40 Sophomore Slump or Jump – Cooper Flagg
55:40 Rookie Roundup – Yaxel Lendeborg
Draft Guide and Merchandise: noceilingsnba.bigcartel.com
Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-ceilings-nba-draft/id1595712943
Written work: noceilingsnba.com
Twitter: @NoCeilingsNBA
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56 min
Deep Dives: Davis Fogle and Matt Able
Season 2, Episode 46
Show notes
The Deep Dives Podcast is back! Nick and Paige kick off the new season of Deep Dives by covering two of the biggest breakout candidates on the wing for the 2027 NBA Draft Class: Davis Fogle and Matt Able. They start out with Fogle, covering his excellent finishing around the rim, his pick-and-roll playmaking, his defensive value off the ball, and his potential as a shooter. Then, they move on to Able, discussing his defensive playmaking, his struggles with consistency as a shooter, and his potential areas for improvement as a finisher at the basket. Finally, they wrap up with Quick Hits about the start of the 2026-27 NBA season, including the injury woes, the strong start for the Pistons, and the exciting early season performances from the Trail Blazers and the Grizzlies.
Timestamps:
2:00: Davis Fogle
28:00: Matt Able
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1 hr
Draft Sickos: Tobias Bass Joins! | 2027 NBA Draft
Season 2, Episode 45
Show notes
Stephen Gillaspie is joined by The Athletic's Tobias Bass! They discuss:
Intro- 0:00
The Legend of Tobias Bass- 1:04
'27 Freshmen Class Thoughts- 10:02
2026-2027 Breakout Candidates- 36:28
Lightning Round Questions- 52:01
Outro- 57:52Follow Tobias: https://x.com/tobias_bass
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Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
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Twitter: @NoCeilingsNBA
YouTube: / @noceilingsnba -
1 hr 37 min
Deron Rippey & Ryan Prather Jr. Scouting Reports + the NBA’s MOST EXCITING Rookies and Rookie Debuts
Season 2, Episode 44
Show notes
The 2027 NBA Draft cycle is heating up! Corey and Albert break down the games of Deron Rippey and Ryan Prather Jr., diving into their skill sets, strengths, and NBA Draft potential. Then, the guys turn their attention to the NBA, highlighting the most exciting rookies to watch this season.
Subscribe to No Ceilings NBA for more NBA Draft scouting reports, prospect breakdowns, and hoops sicko content!
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Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
Written work: http://www.noceilingsnba.com
Mock Draft Simulator: http://www.ncmockdraft.com
Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/noceilingsnba
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Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/albertoeghim -
1 hr 29 min
'27 Draft Class Preview: Wings & Forwards | 2027 NBA Draft Class
Season 2, Episode 43
Show notes
Jam Hines & Stephen Gillaspie preview some of their FAVORITE Wings & Forwards in the 2027 Draft Cycle!
Intro- 0:00
Christian Collins- 5:53
Amari Allen- 22:15
Shelton Henderson- 37:42
Dame Sarr- 54:04
Tounde Yessoufou- 1:01:51
Matt Able- 1:08:42
Andrija Bukumirovic- 1:16:09
Caleb Gaskins- 1:20:36
Outro- 1:26:18Draft Guide and Merchandise: noceilingsnba.bigcartel.com
Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
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Twitter: @NoCeilingsNBA
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1 hr 7 min
Southwest Division Preview: Mavericks, Rockets, Grizzlies, Pelicans, and Spurs
Season 2, Episode 42
Show notes
Tyler Metcalf (@tmetcalf11) and Tyler Rucker (@tyler_rucker) finish off their 2026-27 NBA Season preview by breaking down the teams in the Southwest Division.
1:15 San Antonio Spurs
23:30 Houston Rockets
35:08 New Orleans Pelicans
46:07 Dallas Mavericks
55:35 Memphis GrizzliesPodcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
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1 hr 31 min
Miles Sadler & Xavier Edmonds 2027 NBA Draft Preview | Plus Pelle Larsson & VJ Edgecombe NBA Leaps
Season 2, Episode 41
Show notes
The 2027 NBA Draft cycle is picking up steam. And two names that need to be at the top of your watchlist right now are Miles Sadler and Xavier Edmonds.
But we’re not stopping there.
In this episode of the No Ceilings Pod, Corey and Albert split their attention between the future and the present — breaking down two of the most exciting prospects in the early 2027 NBA Draft conversation alongside two NBA players who have everything in place to take a major leap this season.
On the draft side, Miles Sadler and Xavier Edmonds are two prospects who have been generating serious early buzz for very different reasons. We go deep on both — breaking down their skill sets, their physical tools, their NBA ceilings, and exactly what we’re watching for this season that will shape how high they land on the No Ceilings 2027 Big Board.
On the NBA side, Pelle Larsson and VJ Edgecombe are entering the season with something to prove. Both are entering situations where the opportunity for a real leap is right in front of them. And in this episode we break down exactly what that leap looks like for each player and why their year two seasons are worth watching closely from tip off.
Four players. Four different stories. All worth your full attention right now.
Subscribe to No Ceilings for NBA Draft scouting reports, prospect breakdowns, and more!
Draft Guide and Merchandise: http://www.noceilingsnba.bigcartel.com
Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
Written work: http://www.noceilingsnba.com
Mock Draft Simulator: http://www.ncmockdraft.com
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1 hr 31 min
Pacific Division Preview: Lakers, Suns, Clippers, Warriors, and Kings
Show notes
Tyler Metcalf (@tmetcalf11) and Tyler Rucker (@tyler_rucker) continue their 2026-27 NBA Season preview by breaking down the teams in the Pacific Division.
0:00 Intro
2:05 Los Angeles Lakers
22:07 Phoenix Suns
50:50 Los Angeles Clippers
1:00:53 Golden State Warriors
1:13:38 Sacramento Kings
Draft Guide and Merchandise: noceilingsnba.bigcartel.com
Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-ceilings-nba-draft/id1595712943
Written work: noceilingsnba.com
Twitter: @NoCeilingsNBA
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1 hr 32 min
'27 Draft Class Preview: The Guards | 2027 NBA Draft Class
Season 2, Episode 40
Show notes
Jam Hines & Stephen Gillaspie preview some of their favorite GUARDS in the 2027 Draft Cycle !
Intro- 0:00
Tyler Tanner- 3:12
Trey McKenny- 22:50
Jeremy Fears Jr.- 39:26
Mario Saint-Supery- 52:36
John "Juni" Mobley Jr.- 1:02:26
Paul McNeil Jr.- 1:13:15
Madden Collins- 1:20:58
Cruz Davis- 1:23:56
Outro- 1:28:50Draft Guide and Merchandise: noceilingsnba.bigcartel.com
Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
Written work: noceilingsnba.com
Twitter: @NoCeilingsNBA
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1 hr 20 min
Big 12 Preview | 2027 NBA Draft Prospects
Show notes
Tyler Metcalf (@tmetcalf11) and Tyler Rucker (@tyler_rucker) continue their 2027 NBA Draft conference previews by highlighting the top prospects to know in the preseason from the Big 12.
0:00 Intro
3:25 Blue Chips
4:18 Caleb Holt
10:45 Bruce Branch III
18:45 Arafan Diane
26:45 Tyran Stokes
38:20 Potential Risers
1:02:35 Deep Cuts
Draft Guide and Merchandise: noceilingsnba.bigcartel.com
Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-ceilings-nba-draft/id1595712943
Written work: noceilingsnba.com
Twitter: @NoCeilingsNBA
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1 hr 34 min
Northwest Division Preview: Thunder, Nuggets, Timberwolves, Trail Blazers, and Jazz
Show notes
Tyler Metcalf (@tmetcalf11) and Tyler Rucker (@tyler_rucker) continue their 2026-27 NBA Season preview by breaking down the teams in the Northwest Division.
0:00 Intro
1:00 Preseason takeaways
2:42 Oklahoma City Thunder
29:55 Denver Nuggets
43:25 Minnesota Timberwolves
55:55 Portland Trail Blazers
1:07:50 Utah Jazz
Draft Guide and Merchandise: noceilingsnba.bigcartel.com
Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-ceilings-nba-draft/id1595712943
Written work: noceilingsnba.com
Twitter: @NoCeilingsNBA
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1 hr 43 min
'27 Draft Class Preview: Returners | 2027 NBA Draft
Season 2, Episode 39
Show notes
Jam Hines & Stephen Gillaspie preview some of the TOP RETURNERS in the 2027 Draft Cycle!
Intro- 0:00
Braylon Mullins- 6:40
Stefan Vaaks- 25:40
Ivan Kharchenkov- 38:34
Patrick Ngongba II- 51:13
Moustapha Thiam- 1:03:54
Najai Hines- 1:14:32
Acaden Lewis- 1:26:08
Aiden Tobiason- 1:32:42
Outro- 1:39:41Draft Guide and Merchandise: noceilingsnba.bigcartel.com
Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
Written work: noceilingsnba.com
Twitter: @NoCeilingsNBA
YouTube: / @noceilingsnba -
1 hr 21 min
Previewing Baba Oladotun, Stefan Vaaks Statistical Case, Plus LA Clippers Media Day Impressions
Season 2, Episode 38
Show notes
Corey Tulaba and Albert Ghim break down the biggest names to watch across the 2027 NBA Draft and the NBA’s next wave of breakout candidates.
From Baba Oladotun and Stefan Vaaks to Keaton wagler and the LA Clippers, the No Ceilings crew dives into the prospects and young players who could make major noise in the years ahead.
Who has the highest NBA upside? Who could be the next breakout star? And which 2027 prospects should you be watching right now?
🔥 Subscribe to No Ceilings for NBA Draft scouting, prospect breakdowns, rankings, and more.
Draft Guide and Merchandise: http://www.noceilingsnba.bigcartel.com
Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
Written work: http://www.noceilingsnba.com
Mock Draft Simulator: http://www.ncmockdraft.com
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1 hr 3 min
Big East Preview | 2027 NBA Draft Prospects
Show notes
Tyler Metcalf (@tmetcalf11) and Tyler Rucker (@tyler_rucker) continue their 2027 NBA Draft conference previews by highlighting the top prospects to know in the preseason from the Big East.
0:00 Intro
3:25 Blue Chips
3:45 Tounde Yessoufou,
12:25 Braylon Mullins
19:35 Colben Landrew
27:35 Luigi Suigo
33:15 Potential Risers
46:50 Deep Cuts
Draft Guide and Merchandise: noceilingsnba.bigcartel.com
Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-ceilings-nba-draft/id1595712943
Written work: noceilingsnba.com
Twitter: @NoCeilingsNBA
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1 hr 41 min
Southeast Division Preview: Hawks, Magic, Hornets, Heat, and Wizards
Season 2, Episode 37
Show notes
Tyler Metcalf (@tmetcalf11) and Tyler Rucker (@tyler_rucker) continue their 2026-27 NBA Season preview by breaking down the teams in the Southeast Division.
0:00 Intro
3:00 Atlanta Hawks
27:48 Orlando Magic
49:07 Charlotte Hornets
1:14:15 Miami Heat
1:24:20 Washington Wizards
Draft Guide and Merchandise: noceilingsnba.bigcartel.com
Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-ceilings-nba-draft/id1595712943
Written work: noceilingsnba.com
Twitter: @NoCeilingsNBA
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1 hr 56 min
'27 Draft Class Preview: The Freshmen | 2027 NBA Draft
Season 2, Episode 36
Show notes
Jam Hines & Stephen Gillaspie preview some of the 2027 Draft Cycle FRESHMEN! This does not include the previously-mentioned Freshmen covered earlier this offseason (links for those episode provided below).
Intro- 0:00
Dylan Mingo- 3:50
JJ Andrews- 21:32
Obinna Ekezie Jr.- 38:39
Quentin Coleman- 49:00
Colben Landrew- 59:48
Baba Oladotun- 1:12:45
Jason Crowe Jr.- 1:24:35
Abdou Toure- 1:38:07
Outro- 1:48:11Previously-covered Freshmen:
Jordan Smith Jr. and Caleb Holt- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hXBmtkw0NLU&list=PLTX_sXkys59TVksouWgS8hgTj9TY8xjrv&index=6&t=150s
Tyran Stokes- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QEPmQi7J7HY&list=PLTX_sXkys59TVksouWgS8hgTj9TY8xjrv&index=5&t=79s
Anthony Thompson and Deron Rippey Jr.- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j1ZMSewudh0&list=PLTX_sXkys59TVksouWgS8hgTj9TY8xjrv&index=2&t=34s
Bruce Branch III and Arafan Diane- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w0w-b9QTiek&list=PLTX_sXkys59TVksouWgS8hgTj9TY8xjrv&index=1&t=21s
Draft Guide and Merchandise: noceilingsnba.bigcartel.com
Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
Written work: noceilingsnba.com
Twitter: @NoCeilingsNBA
YouTube: / @noceilingsnba -
55 min
Mid-Major Preview | 2027 NBA Draft Prospects to Know
Show notes
Tyler Metcalf (@tmetcalf11) and Tyler Rucker (@tyler_rucker) begin their 2027 NBA Draft conference previews by highlighting the top prospects to know in the preseason from Mid-Major programs.
0:00 Intro
3:50 Gonzaga
16:00 Santa Barbara
17:40 Belmont
20:25 San Diego State
23:27 Saint Louis
27:00 UNLV
29:55 Cal Poly
33:00 Miami (Ohio)
34:40 Saint Mary’s
37:20 Dayton
38:40 New Mexico
40:50 McNeese State
41:50 Western Kentucky
42:25 VCU
44:15 Nevada
45:13 Eastern Michigan
46:05 Florida Atlantic
47:05 Murray State
48:35 Utah State
50:30 Rapid fire
Draft Guide and Merchandise: noceilingsnba.bigcartel.com
Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-ceilings-nba-draft/id1595712943
Written work: noceilingsnba.com
Twitter: @NoCeilingsNBA
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