Hardwood Homies Nba Draft Podcast

Jackson and Cesar start the show off by discussing the news that Mitchell Robinson will be heading back to Western Kentucky, and what the WKU team will look like around him (1:53). They then move into scouting 10 of their favorite sleeper prospects in the 2018 NBA Draft (4:56), including Mikal Bridges, De'Anthony Melton, Yves Pons, and others. Follow the show on Twitter @HardwoodHomies and send us mailbag questions!

Jackson Hoy and Cesar Smokowski give their thoughts on the trade that sent Kyrie Irving to the Celtics and Isaiah Thomas, Jae Crowder, Ante Zizic, and the 2018 Brooklyn Nets 1st Rounder to the Cavaliers. Recording just moments after the completion of the trade, they offer their takes on each team's future and the process behind the deal for both sides. How does acquiring Kyrie affect Boston's ceiling? Will this trade keep LeBron in town? The Homies break it all down. Follow the show on Twitter @HardwoodHomies and send us mailbag questions!

The Homies return from hiatus to discuss Marvin Bagley's commitment to Duke. They break down his fit with Duke's 2017-18 roster and where he ranks on their 2018 draft boards. Then, they examine Mitchell Robinson's situation, what his options are, and how he can impact the 2018 and 2019 drafts. Follow the show on Twitter @HardwoodHomies and DM us mailbag questions for next week's episode.

Jackson and Cesar recap a wild week of Kyrie Irving news and discuss potential trade destinations (3:46). They also dig into Carmelo Anthony's potential fit in Houston and the news that he only wants to be traded there (7:10). Finally, they answer mailbag questions from listeners (30:27). Follow the show on Twitter @HardwoodHomies and feel free to DM us mailbag questions! Hardwood Homies will be taking next week off.

In this episode, Jackson and Cesar go in-depth on Luka Doncic and Michael Porter Jr. and explain their choice for the top prospect in the 2018 Draft. They intensely break down Doncic and Porter's respective games as they look to figure out which prospect is superior. They then highlight other top prospects such as Collin Sexton, Mohamed Bamba, DeAndre Ayton, and a couple other dark horse picks.  Follow the show on Twitter @HardwoodHomies and DM us mailbag questions for next week's episode.  Check out Cesar's article on Luka Doncic: http://www.theunderdogsports.com/luka-doncic-next-european-superstar/

Cesar and Jackson cap off the Summer League by discussing various prospects and how their stocks have shifted and Cesar gives out his Summer League Awards.

After reviewing Summer League gameplay and stats, Jackson and Cesar discuss which members of the 2017 draft class have impressed them, which players have disappointed them, and which players have played as expected.

Jackson and Cesar talk through every big trade and free agency signing through the morning of July 6, offering their takes on the Chris Paul trade, Gordon Hayward's wild July 4, and more.

Jackson and Cesar give out their grades for each pick by teams in the Pacific (LAL, PHX, SAC, GS, LAC) and Northwest (POR, UTA, MIN, OKC, DEN) divisions.

Jackson and Cesar give out their grades for each pick by teams in the Central (CHI, DET, MIL, IND, CLE) and Southwest (DAL, SA, NO, MEM, HOU) divisions.

In a special edition of Hardwood Homies, Jonathan Tjarks of The Ringer joins to discuss various draft prospects, including Jonah Bolden, Dennis Smith Jr., and others.

The guys give out their grades for each pick by teams in the Atlantic (PHL, BOS, NY, BRK, TOR) and Southeast (ORL, CHL, MIA, ATL, WAS) divisions.

Jackson and Cesar run through a broad recap of the draft right after the 60 pick event ends, discussing the Jimmy Butler trade, each lottery selection and some of their favorite and least favorite picks of the evening.

Jackson and Cesar recap a hectic week of NBA news, dishing on the Lakers/Nets trade, the Hornets/Hawks trade, Paul George, Jimmy Butler, Kristaps Porzingis, and general draft news as well. They also spend time discussing the Celtics' options at number 3. 

Completing their series of deep dives on the draft's top prospects, Jackson and Cesar provide in-depth scouting on Zach Collins, Lauri Markkanen, Jarrett Allen, John Collins, and Harry Giles. 

Jackson and Cesar discuss the swap that sent the #1 pick to Philadelphia and the implications that it has on this year's draft and the futures of the Celtics and 76ers.

Jackson and Cesar go in-depth on their top forwards in the draft, with detailed discussion on Jonathan Isaac, Josh Jackson, Jonah Bolden, and Jayson Tatum.

Jackson and Cesar go in-depth on the draft's top 7 guards, with intense scouting on Markelle Fultz, De'Aaron Fox, Lonzo Ball, Donovan Mitchell, Dennis Smith Jr., Malik Monk, and Frank Ntilikina. They discuss strengths, weaknesses, potential fits, and more for each player.

Finishing up their mock draft series, Jackson and Cesar offer their predictions for picks 46 through 60 and then recap their entire mock draft.

In this episode, Jackson and Cesar continue their mock draft series by going over the first 15 picks of the second round.