Podcast

No Ceilings

Basketball, Sports

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

  1. 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- 47:02

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    Written work: noceilingsnba.com
    Twitter: @NoCeilingsNBA
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    50 min
  2. 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- 1:32:00

    Follow Tobias: https://x.com/tobias_bass
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    Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
    Written work: noceilingsnba.com
    Twitter: @NoCeilingsNBA
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    1 hr 37 min
  3. 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

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    Twitter: @NoCeilingsNBA

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NoCeilingsNBA

    1 hr 20 min
  4. 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

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    Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-ceilings-nba-draft/id1595712943

    Written work: noceilingsnba.com

    Twitter: @NoCeilingsNBA

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NoCeilingsNBA

    1 hr 14 min
  5. 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
    49:00: NBA Quick Hits

    56 min
  6. 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- 57:52

    Follow Tobias: https://x.com/tobias_bass
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    Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
    Written work: noceilingsnba.com
    Twitter: @NoCeilingsNBA
    YouTube: / @noceilingsnba

    1 hr
  7. 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...
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    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 37 min
  8. '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- 1:26:18

    Draft Guide and Merchandise: noceilingsnba.bigcartel.com
    Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
    Written work: noceilingsnba.com
    Twitter: @NoCeilingsNBA
    YouTube: / @noceilingsnba

    1 hr 29 min
  9. 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 Grizzlies

    Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
    Written work: noceilingsnba.com
    Twitter: @NoCeilingsNBA
    YouTube: / @noceilingsnba

    1 hr 7 min
  10. 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!

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    1 hr 31 min
  11. 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

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NoCeilingsNBA

    1 hr 31 min
  12. '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- 1:28:50

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    Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
    Written work: noceilingsnba.com
    Twitter: @NoCeilingsNBA
    YouTube: / @noceilingsnba

    1 hr 32 min
  13. 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

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NoCeilingsNBA

    1 hr 20 min
  14. 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

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NoCeilingsNBA

    1 hr 34 min
  15. '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- 1:39:41

    Draft Guide and Merchandise: noceilingsnba.bigcartel.com
    Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
    Written work: noceilingsnba.com
    Twitter: @NoCeilingsNBA
    YouTube: / @noceilingsnba

    1 hr 43 min
  16. 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...
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    Mock Draft Simulator: http://www.ncmockdraft.com
    Twitter: https://x.com/noceilingsnba
    Twitter: https://x.com/coreytulaba
    Twitter: https://x.com/albertoeghim

    1 hr 21 min
  17. 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

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NoCeilingsNBA

    1 hr 3 min
  18. 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

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NoCeilingsNBA

    1 hr 41 min
  19. '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- 1:48:11

    Previously-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

    1 hr 56 min
  20. 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

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NoCeilingsNBA

    55 min

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