Global Impact: Top International Newcomers in College Hoops 2024

Locked On NBA Big Board - NBA Draft Podcast

In this episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board podcast, Alec Kichian (NBADraftpoint on Twitter) makes his debut alongside host Rafael Barlowe to break down the top international freshmen set to impact college basketball this season. This episode covers Illinois newcomers Will Riley and Kasparas Jakucionis, focusing on their roles and potential contributions. The conversation shifts to Khaman Maluach's raw upside as a 7'2" center and Hamad Mousa's fit at Dayton, along with BYU's versatile forward Egor Demin. Barlowe and Kichian also analyze 21-year-old freshman Fedor Zugic, who brings valuable experience from playing in Germany’s top league and is expected to be an immediate shooting threat for Creighton.