Join hosts Rafael Barlowe and Richard Stayman as they turn their focus to the hardwood battles brewing in the Midwest Region of the 2024 NCAA tournament. This episode is a scouting expedition, delving deep into the NBA prospects set to showcase their skills and potentially alter their draft trajectories. Tennessee's Dalton Knecht, Gonzaga's Anton Watson, and Kansas' Kevin McCullar are just a few of the standout names on the radar. Rafael and Richard dissect their strengths, weaknesses, and the impact a strong tournament showing could have on their NBA draft stock. Purdue's towering center Zach Edey also enters the discussion as the most divisive player in this draft. Barlowe and Stayman analyze Edey's game and speculate on his NBA potential. But wait, there's more talent to uncover! Baylor Scheierman of Creighton, Oregon's Kwame Evans Jr., TCU's Emmanuel Miller, and Texas' Dillon Mitchell all get their moment in the spotlight. Mitchell, in particular, has shown improvement as a sophomore, yet remains under the radar in draft conversations. Don't miss this episode for an in-depth look at the rising stars of the Midwest Region, their NBA potential, and the players poised to make a splash in the 2024 NBA draft landscape. Whether you're a seasoned scout or a hoops enthusiast, this podcast promises valuable insights and intriguing discussions.