PORTER GAUD HOLIDAY CLASSIC EVENT RECAPS
Garnering Attention from Programs: Phenom Rise Showcase
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Player Standouts at Carmel MLK Showcase (Part One)
6’5 ’25 Reece Starnes (Butler) The strong-bodied big man was critical to Butler’s success. Starnes scored within the flow of the action, consistently running the floor and positioning himself to take advantage of second-chance opportunities. However, his pure dominance as a rebounder is what made him a true nightmare for opponents. Starnes utilizes his body well, displays great activity on the...
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POB’s Best of the Best: Carmel MLK Showcase
2025 Reece Starnes (Butler): Starnes started the event off in a big way, as he was imposing with his overall presence. The 2025 big man was all over the boards, racking up double-digit boards in the first half and ultimately ended with 22 rebounds total. He was incredible both offensively and defensively, battling through opponents and contact. Offensively he was able to use his frame to score...
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Don't Overlook the Talent: Class of 2024 (Part 1)
2024 6'3 Gianni Vines (West Cabarrus): Vines has seen his stock rise over the last year or so, starting last year more as a junior at West Cabarrus and continuing his strong play this summer. Vines is a long, lengthy 6'3 prospect that understands how to use that size to his advantage at his position. He attacks well, creates his own shot, and can either get to the basket or rise up over...
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North Carolina Spring Phenom 150 Camp Evaluations Session II: Team 6
Team 6 Coach: Jones #6: 5'7 '24 Izaiah Littlejohn (Hickory, NC) Starting things off, we look at a player that did a terrific job of making an impact on both sides of the ball, Izaiah Littlejohn. He's a young guard prospect with a nice feel for the game and a quality understanding of how to operate within the team concept. Littlejohn stood out with his smooth jumper from midrange and...
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NC Phenom 150 Standouts from the Class of 2023/2024
#2- 5'4 '23 Jordan Lineberger- Though small, Lineberger was probably the most polished all-around middle school prospect on display. He already possesses a strong feel for the game and understands how to make plays for himself or others with relative ease. Lineberger handles the ball well and sees the entire floor, which allowed him to accumulate plenty of assists. His future is certainly...
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