Early Impressions: Dylan Harper's Debut, Ryan Kalkbrenner drops 49 & Arkansas Under The Microscope

Locked On NBA Big Board - NBA Draft Podcast

In this episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board Podcast, Rafael Barlowe and Richard Stayman dive into early impressions on key prospects as the college season kicks off.

They start with Dylan Harper’s debut at Rutgers, where Harper, a projected top-five pick, posted 20 points, 4 rebounds, and 3 assists, though he played without fellow top prospect Ace Bailey.

While Richard praised Harper’s performance, Rafael raised concerns over Harper’s shooting struggles, turnovers, and a tough free-throw outing (1-for-6).

The conversation then shifts to Ryan Kalkbrenner, who exploded with 49 points, 11 rebounds, and an eye-popping 20-for-22 from the field.

Turning to Arkansas, they analyze Boogie Fland’s team-leading scoring and his heavy diet of pull-up jumpers, a trend Rafael sees as one to monitor.

They also cover DJ Wagner’s early struggles, Rafael’s admiration for Zvonimir Ivisic, and Arkansas freshmen Karter Knox and Billy Richmond. The episode wraps with a critical look at Arkansas’s shooting woes, as the team went just 4-for-19 from three—a potential season-long issue.

Dylan Harper - 3:30

Ryan Kalkbrenner - 10:42

Boogie Fland - 20:53

DJ Wagner - 26:25

Zvonimir Ivisic - 28:43

Karter Knox - 31:18

Billy Richmond - 31:43