# Deep Dives: Meleek Thomas and Bennett Stirtz

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Podcast: [No Ceilings](https://stenobird.com/podcast/no-ceilings-4507911)
Published: 2026-04-30T08:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Nick and Paige break down two of the most exciting scoring guards in the 2026 NBA Draft in Arkansas freshman Meleek Thomas and Iowa senior Bennett Stirtz. They start out with Thomas, covering his elite scoring touch, his great passing for his archetype, and his defensive playmaking. Then, they cover Stirtz, his remarkable shot-making, his top-notch playmaking, and his defensive concerns. Finally, they wrap up with Quick Hits on the Detroit Pistons and the first four games of their first round series against the Orlando Magic. Timestamps: 2:00: Meleek Thomas 31:00: Bennett Stirtz 1:00:00: Quick Hits

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