Team 5
Coach: Brandon Baker
#7: 5’11 ’26 Drew Johnson (The Burlington School)
Starting things off, we look at a player who looks increasingly likely to have a breakout season, Drew Johnson. He’s a crafty, heady point guard prospect who knows how to run a team while maintaining balance between scoring and playmaking. Johnson utilizes his quickness to break down opponents and touch the paint at a high volume. He’s a capable finisher and playmaker who knocks down shots at a reliable percentage. Johnson also made his presence felt as a defender at the point of attack. Next in his development process is working on the use of his off-hand, as it would make him a more complete player. Coach Baker on Johnson: “Drew started to get it going in our second game. More confident once he hit his first shot. Needs to work on attacking with his right hand. On-ball defense is good, but communication as an off-ball defender needs to improve. Drew is good at finishing around the rim when playing off two feet. He should continue working on his game, as he has the potential to play at the next level.” Johnson enjoyed a quality showing at camp and should be a key piece for the Spartans going forward.
#15: 6’1 ’27 Lincoln Vinson (Davidson Day)
Next, we look at a player who continues to impress in every type of setting, Lincoln Vinson. He’s a smart, polished all-around point guard prospect with a high IQ, strong motor, and smooth skillset. Vinson is a knockdown perimeter shooter who effectively plays with pace and dictates the action as a primary creator. He scores from all levels but consistently looks to set up others and make the right play. Vinson takes care of the ball, makes quality decisions, and outworks his assignment on both ends of the floor. He’s also a great athlete with a tough, scrappy defensive presence. Next in his development process is working on the use of his off-hand, as it would make him a more complete player. Coach Baker on Vinson: “Lincoln should continue playing as hard as he does because he has the tools to play at the next level. Being able to attack with his left hand and finish off two feet around the rim will make him a better player. With his motor and athleticism, he has a chance to be a special player. As a smaller guard, adding rebounding to his game will allow him to find more opportunities to score. Lincoln should keep working and stay aggressive.” Vinson proved to be an asset at camp, leading his team in scoring at 13.7 PPG, and should be a major addition for Davidson Day.
#16: 6’6 ’25 Trey Sheppard (Quality Education)
Moving forward, we look at a player who showcased an enticing blend of size, skill, and athleticism, Trey Sheppard. He’s a long, versatile wing prospect with the ability to defend, score from all levels, and create for himself and others. Sheppard is very quick for his size, which allows him to consistently touch the paint and finish. He’s a reliable shooting threat who can hit shots off the catch or dribble. Next in his development process is working on becoming a better playmaker, as it would make him a more complete player. Coach Baker on Sheppard: “Trey is extremely quick with the ball in his hands. When he learns how to take fewer dribbles and be more efficient with the ball, he will have the chance to be really good. As a guard, he needs to be able to make the right plays rather than just looking to score. Defensively, his ability to guard the ball is good. He can avoid reaching to try and steal the ball. Instead, he can use his body and quickness to make them turn the ball over. Trey had a solid camp. Keep working.” Sheppard highlighted a variety of appealing qualities during camp and should be poised for a productive senior campaign at Quality Education.
#29: 6’2 ’27 Travien Williams (Hickory Ridge)
Continuing forward, we look at a player who simply knows how to produce alongside any collection of teammates, Travien Williams. He’s a smart, unselfish point guard prospect with a tight handle, sharp vision, and the ability to consistently create for himself and others. Williams emphasizes getting others involved whenever possible, but also knows when to assert himself and apply pressure as a scorer from all levels. Williams plays with excellent pace and control of the game. He’s a reliable defender and rebounder for his size. Next in his development process is working on his transition defense, as it would make him a more complete player. Coach Baker on Williams: “Travien was one of the better teammates in our group, and that goes a long way at camp. I thought his ability to play multiple positions made him difficult to guard. I think he could be more aggressive at times. He has the chance to be a special player at the next level. Keep working on his game and get better at finishing off two feet around the rim. Using his left hand more to get downhill will make him even harder for opponents to guard.” Williams proved to be an asset during camp and should be a focal point for Hickory Ridge over the foreseeable future.
#54: 6’5 ’25 Lynden Dayas (Combine Academy)
Next, we look at a player who highlighted a lot of intrigue on both ends of the floor, Lynden Dayas. He’s a skilled, versatile wing/forward prospect who consistently knocked down shots and produced within the flow of the action. Dayas is a useful creator with the ability to make an impact with or without the ball in his hands. He provides strong energy as a defender and rebounder. Dayas also showed a willingness to make hustle plays whenever possible. Next in his development process is working to improve his transition defense, as it would make him a more complete player. Coach Baker on Dayas: “Lynden played well throughout the day. He shot the ball well but his shot selection could’ve been better. I think he forced some shots, but so did everyone else. He’s very skilled offensively, but adding a post-up game would make him even more of a threat. He has the potential to be a very good defender and rebounder by providing a little more effort in those areas. I see his potential to play at the next level, he just needs to keep working.” Dayas did a lot of things well at camp and should be a useful piece for Combine Academy entering his upcoming senior year.
#70: 6’8 ’26 Jordan Buzzard (East Mecklenburg)
Moving forward, we look at a player who continues to make clear strides within his progression, Jordan Buzzard. He’s a long, athletic forward with a strong frame, blossoming skillset, and physical defensive presence. Buzzard is capable of finishing around the basket, spacing the floor, or capitalizing on his opportunities in transition. On the other end, he stands out as a reliable defensive anchor. Buzzard utilizes his motor, toughness, and overall instincts to consistently block/alter shots and control the glass. He outworks opponents on both ends of the floor. Next in his development process is working on the use of his off-hand, as it would make him a better finisher around the basket. Coach Baker on Buzzard: “Jordan has a lot of potential to be a special player at the next level. His biggest thing is being able to finish around the rim through contact. He’s big, strong, and athletic, he just has to be more on balance and go up strong. Continue to work on his jumper and he will become a very versatile player with the ability to knock down multiple threes in a game. Keep working and developing!” Buzzard made a lasting impression at camp and should have a highly productive season as a focal point for the Eagles.
#72: 6’8 ’26 Osvaldo “Deuce” Haynes (Providence Day)
Continuing forward, we look at a player who provides a steady, low-maintenance presence on both ends of the floor, Osvaldo “Deuce” Haynes. He’s a smart, unselfish post prospect with a high motor and understanding of how to produce within his role. Offensively, Haynes can finish, hit open jumpers, or make the extra pass. He doesn’t require a ton of touches to make an impact but knows how to play to his strengths and produce within the flow of the action. Haynes offers a quality presence on the glass and does a great job of securing rebounds and then running the floor in transition. He also alters shots well defensively. Next in his development process is working to get quicker, as it would make him a better defender when switching onto smaller guards. Coach Baker on Haynes: “Deuce has a ton of potential to be a special player at the next level. Being able to consistently finish around the rim and finish through contact will make him a scary threat offensively. He can work on his catch-and-shoot presence. His shot looks good, he can just become more consistent. Deuce should work to get 10 rebounds every game by increasing his physicality and wanting it more.” Haynes made a nice impact during camp and should be a key piece for Providence Day over these next two seasons.
#75: 6’9 ’27 Charles Chienggan (Burlington Christian)
Finishing up, we look at a player who continues to warrant attention from national media outlets, Charles Chienggan. He’s a long, fluid, skilled forward/post prospect with the ability to cause a ton of problems for opposing defenses. Chienggan is a capable finisher but is arguably at his best when spacing the floor and hitting shots along the perimeter. He handles the ball very well for his size, able to attack off the bounce and score or make the right pass. Chienggan blocks and alters shots at a consistent rate defensively, and is capable of running the floor or initiating the break in transition. Next in his development process is working to get stronger, as it would make him a more physically imposing player. Coach Baker on Chienggan: “Charles has the chance to be a special player at the next level but needs to get stronger. Getting strong will make finishing around the rim and grabbing rebounds easier. He can work on always going for rebounds with two hands. He can also work on his catch-and-shoot three to help stretch the floor, as it will open up more scoring opportunities for himself and others.” Chienggan stood out as a difference-maker during camp and should be a prospect to monitor closely over these next few years.