The Stepien NBA Draft Podcast

Ricky and Ignacio review around 40 prospects from this summer’s U16 FIBA competition. Intro:2:08 - Yannick Nzosa and his case as the top international prospect in the 2003-generation11:54 - Difference in the approach to scouting prospects at 15 & 16 years old versus scouting prospects that are closer to their draft eligibility.Scouting Reports:16:57 - Victor Wembanyama (France)30:47 - Adem Bona (Turkey)39:47 - Gustav Knudsen (Denmark)46:12 - Jeremy Sochan (Poland)58:17 - Matteo Spagnolo (Italy)1:06:43 - Paulius Murauskas (Lithuania)1:13:29 - Ousmane Dieng (France)1:24:57 - Iaroslav Niagu (Russia)1:31:23 - Duje Brala (Croatia)1:35:57 - Urban Klavzar (Slovenia)1:41:38 - Tomislav Ivisic (Croatia)1:45:59 - Zvonimir Ivisic (Croatia)1:48:34 - Emanuel Sharp (Israel)1:53:00 - Armel Traore (France)1:57:09 - Konstantin Kostadinov (Bulgaria)2:02:23 - Michael Caicedo (Spain)2:07:46 - Zinedin Mulic (Bosnia and Herzegovina)2:09:44 - Nikola Radovanovic (Serbia)2:12:00 - Ilija Milijasevic (Serbia)2:14:02 - Lefteris Mantzoukas (Greece)2:16:47 - Mark Ivankovic (Slovenia)2:19:11 - Nathan Missia-Dio (Belgium)2:21:00 - Matija Belic (Serbia)2:23:38 - Thijs de Ridder (Belgium)2:25:47 - Davide Casarin (Italy)2:27:52 - Gerrit Lehe (Estonia)2:29:50 - Freds Bagatskis (Latvia)2:31:43 - ND Okafor (Ireland)2:35:02 - Andrej Mitrevski (North Macedonia)2:37:04 - Matus Hronsky (Slovakia)2:38:20 - Koralp Turk (Turkey)2:40:22 - Ken-Martti Reinart (Estonia)2:42:34 - Andrija Grbovic (Montenegro)2:44:41 - Wilhelm Falk (Sweden)2:46:41 - Emilis Butkus (Lithuania)2:48:20 - Aleksander Wisniewski (Poland)2:49:48 - Juan Nuñez García (Spain)2:51:46 - Djordije Jovanovic (Montenegro)2:55:16 - Kymany Houinsou (France)2:57:08 - Standouts from FIBA U16 Americas - Jean Montero (Dominican Republic) & Yahir Bonilla (Mexico)3:00:52 - Standouts from FIBA U16 Africa - James Okemerie (Nigeria), Thierno Sylla (Guinea) & Abdoulaye Donzo (Guinea)Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Ross and Mike talk with Darin Kuritz about scouting philosophies, how much the age curve matters, AAU scouting and other things going into the college year. They also go over the top preseason prospects from the American conference, plus Gonzaga. 1. Anton Watson2. James Wiseman3. DeJon Jarreau4. Killian Tillie5. Precious Achiuwa6. Jarron Cumberland7. Nate Hinton8. Joel Ayayi9. Filip PetrusevHonorable Mention: Boogie EllisNate Pierre-LouisLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ricky and Ignacio review performances of wing prospects in the U18 European Championship. In order: Nikolaos Rogkavopoulos, Franz Wagner, Malcolm Cazalon, Juhann Begarin, Andrej Jakimovski, Vincent Laszlo Valerio-Bodon, Rati Andronikashvili, Jovan Kljajic, Luc Van Slooten, David Bohm, Pelle Larsson, Kerr Kriisa, Then honorable mentions Ziga Samar, Gregor Glas, Tosan Evboumwan, Djordje Pazin, Sasha Grant, Kristaps Kilps.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode Ross and Mike interview Kevin Sweeney of CBB Central and discuss his views on college basketball, scouting, and what he sees on the outside of the draft scene.. The three of them also discuss the top Mid Major prospects coming into the 2020 season.1. Trevelin Queen2. Jalen Pickett3. Charles Bassey4. Grant Riller5. Santiago Aldama6. Neemias Queta7. Vince Williams8. Obi Toppin9. Anthony LambHonorable Mention: Derrick Alston, Andrew Kostecka, Eugene German, Seth Towns, Caleb Homesley.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ricky and Ignacio review performances of big man prospects in the U18 European Championship. In order: Aleksej Pokusevski, Usman Garuba, Ariel Hukporti, Moussa Diabate, Azoulas Tubelis, Matej Rudan, Santiago Aldama, Tristan Enaruna, Alperen Sengun, Aleksandar Langovic. Then honorable mentions Filipp Gafurov, Maxime Carene, Bojan Tomasevic, Yvan Ouedraogo, Tomiwa Sulaiman.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Ross and Mike discuss draft philosophies with Brian Schroeder. They also go over the top returning BIG 10 prospects going into the year.Mike Gribanov's Big 10 Board:1. Aaron Henry (Michigan State)2. Xavier Tillman (Michigan State)3. Aaron Wheeler (Purdue)4. Jalen Smith (Maryland)5. Joe Wieskamp (Iowa)6. Cassius Winston (Michigan State)7. Jon Teske (Michigan)8. Ayo Dosunmu (Illinois)9. Kaleb Wesson (Ohio State)Other: DJ Carton (Ohio State) Franz Wagner (Michigan) Jack Nunge (Iowa) Aaron Wiggins (Maryland) Matt Haarms (Purdue) Alonzo Gaffney (Ohio State) Isaiah Livers (Michigan) Trevion Williams (Purdue) Nate Reuvers (Wisconsin) Eric Hunter (Purdue)Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ricky and Ignacio review performances of prospects in the U20 European Championship. In order: Deni Avdija, Vit Krejci, Neemias Queta, Yam Madar, Onuralp Bitim, Carlos Alocen, Georgios Kalaitzakis, Jonas Mattisseck, Kareem Queeley, Lukasz Kolenda, Philipp Herkenhoff, Vrenz Bleijenbergh, Haris Bratanovic, Olle Lundqvist, Then honorable mentions Issuf Sanon, Mert Akay, Eidan Alber, Joshua Obiesie, Toni Nakic, Yves Pons.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Ross and Mike interview Sam Mazzullo and discuss his scouting philosophies. The three of them also discuss the top Big East prospects coming into the 2020 season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ricky and Ignacio review performances of international prospects in the U19 World Cup. In order: Ibou Badji, Rokas Jokubaitis, Nikita Mikhailovskii, Khalifa Diop, Amar Sylla, Samson Froling, Karton Dimanche, Arturs Kurucs, Oumar Ballo, Karim Coulibaly, Kai Sotto, Julian Strawther, Biram Faye, Filip Petrusev, Zoran Paunovic, Uros Trifunovic, Dalibor Ilic, Marko Pecarski, Hassan and Fousseyni Drame, Joel Ayayi, Martynas Arlauskas. Then honorable mentions Juan Ignacio Marcos, Haowen Guo, Kenny Baptiste, Yoan Makoundou, Marcis Steinbergs, Andre Curbelo.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Ross and Mike talk with Stepien writer Ricky Scricca on his scouting outlook, preferences, and how he goes about doing his work. We also discuss 2020 international prospects and Mike gives his top 20 ranked players for the international class. Ricky Scricca Interview(00:15-33:00)2020 International Prospects(33:00-End)Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Ross and Mike talk with The Stepien co-founder Cole Zwicker on his scouting philosophies, where he differs from other scouts, and what he wants to he wants to continue to work on in the future. We also cover the summer league recap and have discussions with ranking rookies and second year players.   Cole Zwicker Interview(00:20-38:00)Summer League Recap(38:00-End)Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Ross and Mike talk with Stepien writer Ignacio Rissotto on his scouting outlook, preferences, and how he goes about doing his work. We also dive into Mike's first 2021 big board and discuss the rankings. Ignacio Rissotto Interview(00:20-54:00)2021 Discussion(54:00-End)Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Ross and Mike go over some aspects of the 2019 draft and discuss some of their favorite, and least favorite young cores. They also give a preview to some of the top 2020 prospects. 2019 Draft(00:20)2020 Preview(53:45)Follow @TheStepien on twitter and feel free to reach out with feedback or questions about the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Ross and Mike cover scouting reports of PJ Washington, Tyler Herro, Keldon Johnson, Jarrett Culver, Carsen Edwards, O'Shae Brisset, Ky Bowman, Tyler Cook, Dewan Hernandez, Rayjon Tucker, Jaylen Hoard, Josh Obiesie, Tyus Battle, and Daulton Hommes. PJ Washington(00:20)Keldon Johnson(24:30)Tyler Herro(40:45)Jarrett Culver(56:45)Carsen Edwards(1:12:15)O'Shae Brissett(1:21:40)2-Way Prospects(1:27:30)Follow @TheStepien on twitter and feel free to reach out with feedback or questions about the show.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Ross and Mike cover scouting reports of Jordan Poole, Ignas Brazdeikis, Nicolas Claxton, Chris Silva and Simi Shittu. Jordan Poole(00:20)Ignas Brazdeikis(14:00)Nicolas Claxton(30:45)Chris Silva(53:45)Simi Shittu(59:40)Follow @TheStepien on twitter and feel free to reach out with feedback or questions about the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices