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Podcast: Locked On NBA Draft with No Ceilings
Episode: Thursday’s Rookie Recap: Dillon Jones Goes Off, AJ Johnson and Jaylon Tyson Show Promise
Description: In the latest Locked On NBA Big Board podcast, hosts Rafael and James Barlowe break down the rookie performances from Thursday night’s NBA preseason action. While most rookies like AJ Johnson, Jaylon Tyson, Dalton Knecht, and Tidjane Salaun are still battling for defined roles, Zach Edey stands out as the only rookie who played on Thursday night with a clearer path to early rotation minutes. AJ Johnson bounced back with 13 points, showing poise and better decision-making after a shaky debut. Jaylon Tyson, starting for the Cavs, filled the stat sheet with 11 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists, 2 steals, and a block. Da...