Team 12
Coach: Tyler Lewis
#43: 5’8 ’26 Miguel Ribeiro (Forsyth Country Day)
Starting things off, we look at a player who consistently found ways to get involved in the action, Miguel Ribeiro. He’s a young, scrappy guard prospect with a high motor, unselfish approach, and nice creation skills. Ribeiro knows how to initiate the offense and get others involved, but also shoots the ball at a high percentage from midrange and beyond the arc. 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 Lewis on Ribeiro: “Miguel is a small, tough, crafty guard with good instincts as a passer/playmaker. Coachable and makes the right basketball play. Fundamentally sound young player. Shoots the ball well, especially in catch-and-shoot situations. Competes/battles on every possession. He can work on getting stronger and quicker while learning how to handle pressure and get his shot off faster.” Ribeiro enjoyed a solid showing at camp and has the tools to emerge as a useful contributor for Forsyth Country Day sooner than later.
#45: 5’8 ’25 Kevin Thompson (Moravian Prep)
Next, we look at a player who simply knows how to effectively run a team on both ends of the floor, Kevin Thompson. He’s a smart, tough, well-rounded point guard prospect with a quick first step and sharp playmaking instinct. Thompson is a capable scorer from all levels, but typically looks to create and get others involved whenever possible. He’s a rugged all-around defender, displaying the ability to mirror opponents and force turnovers at a quality rate. Next in his development process is working on getting stronger, as it would make him a better finisher through contact. Coach Lewis on Thompson: “Kevin is a quick, shifty playmaking guard. Possesses a high basketball IQ, which is evidenced through his defensive prowess and ability to see the floor. He creates well for himself and others, and shoots the ball with confidence. Needs to get stronger and improve his ability to finish over size.” Thompson proved to be a difference-maker during his time at camp and should be a useful piece for Moravian Prep over these next few seasons.
#72: 5’11 ’26 Dawson Cutrell (Pinecrest)
Moving onto a player who made a lasting impression through his perimeter shooting, Dawson Cutrell. He’s a young, wiry guard prospect with a solid motor and unselfish approach to the game. Cutrell found success as a spot-up threat, hitting jumpers at a consistent rate from midrange and beyond the arc, and moved effectively without the ball in his hands. He worked hard defensively, battled for extra opportunities on the glass, and made the extra pass whenever available. Next in his development process is working on the use of his off-hand, as it would make him a better creator. Coach Lewis on Cutrell: “Dawson is a nice threat in catch-and-shoot situations. He displays confidence from three-point range. Coachable with a good attitude and solid understanding of the game. Dawson will have to get tougher, quicker, and more confident in the non-shooting aspects of his game.” Cutrell made his presence felt during his time at camp and will be a prospect to watch progress over the coming years.
#76: 6’0 ’25 Josiah Rucks (Metrolina Christian)
Continuing onto a player who found ways to consistently cause matchup problems for opponents, Josiah Rucks. He’s a strong, physically overwhelming guard prospect with a high motor and useful versatility. Rucks excels at getting downhill and asserting himself as a finisher or pull-up threat, but also looks to create for others at a quality rate. He’s a reliable defender who contains his assignment, toggles between multiple positions, and forces turnovers. Rucks also rebounds bigger than his listed height would imply. 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 Lewis on Rucks: “Josiah is a strong, physical guard who battles/competes on both ends of the floor. Plays really hard and rebounds well for his size. Good pull-up shooter and gets to the rim with ease. He sets strong picks and utilizes his body really well. Needs to improve three-point shooting and ability to make plays off the bounce.” Rucks stood out as an asset at camp and should be poised for a productive upcoming season at Metrolina Christian.
#99: 6’2 ’26 Judah King (Cannon)
Next, we look at a player who continues to showcase steady growth as an overall prospect, Judah King. He’s a long, skilled guard prospect with a solid motor and feel on both ends of the floor. King is a natural glue-guy who possesses creation skills, scoring instincts, and defensive prowess. He rebounds well for his size and runs the floor hard in transition. King displayed the ability to score from all levels, do the dirty work, and find opportunities without the ball. 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 Lewis on King: “Judah is a quick, lefty guard with the ability to make plays off the bounce. Displays a quick first step, which allows him to stand out as a good penetrator and on-ball defender. Judah also showcased his perimeter shot. Work on shot-selection and getting tougher with the ball. Improving decision making on drives and moving onto the next play will benefit Judah.” King did a lot of things well during his time at camp and should play a critical role for Cannon over the foreseeable future.
#100: 6’2 ’24 Malaki Long (Carolina International)
Moving onto a player who always seems to find a way to produce, regardless of context or setting, Malaki Long. He’s a tough, well-rounded guard prospect with a solid motor and clear desire to assert himself as a leader. Long is a useful creator who can generate clean looks for himself and others. That being said, he works well without the ball and understands how to find opportunities as a cutter or spot-up threat. Long offers a rugged, physical defensive presence with sharp instincts and a willingness to outwork opponents. He also rebounds and makes hustle plays whenever possible. Next in his development process is working on his shooting consistency off the dribble, as it would make him a more lethal offensive threat. Coach Lewis on Long: “Malaki is a long, athletic guard who excels getting downhill. Capable perimeter shooter. Defends and rebounds well for his size/position. Improve decision making and finishing ability.” Long enjoyed a quality showing at camp and should be target for various college coaches during his upcoming senior season.
#118: 6’3 ’26 Marcel Gray (Millbrook)
Continuing onto a player who possesses an enticing crossroads between productivity and long-term upside, Marcel Gray. He’s a long, wiry wing prospect with nice IQ, size, and energy on both ends of the floor. Gray is an excellent penetrator with the necessary quickness to effortlessly break down opponents and finish at the rim. He’s a great all-around defender with the anticipation to shut down his assignment and force turnovers at a healthy rate. Next in his development process is working on his consistency as a perimeter shooter, as it would make him a more lethal offensive threat. Coach Lewis on Gray: “Marcel is long and athletic. He uses his length well defensively, both on-ball and in the passing lanes. At his best when getting downhill and attacking—where he finishes well. Capable perimeter shooter with room to grow. Improve ball-handling and decision making on driving situations.” Gray did a variety of things well at camp and should be able to carve out a meaningful role for Millbrook sooner than later.
#119: 6’3 ’25 Bryson Demby (Mooresville)
Next, we look at a player who possesses all the necessary tools to be a matchup problem for opponents, Bryson Demby. He’s a strong, skilled, well-rounded wing/forward prospect with a polished skillset and nice versatility on both ends of the floor. Demby is a useful creator who sets up others and scores the ball at an efficient rate from all levels. He moves well without the ball and is capable of finding success as a spot-up threat. Demby contains his assignment effectively as an all-around defender and rebounds very well for his size/position. Next in his development process is working on the use of his off-hand, as it would make him a more complete player. Coach Lewis on Demby: “Bryson is a two-way player and the most consistent guy on my team. He has good size and a strong frame. Shoots the ball well with range from the perimeter, but also attacks closeouts nicely. Good cutter. Bryson can work on being more aggressive and expanding his game off the bounce.” Demby shined as a leader at camp and should be a critical piece for Mooresville over these next two seasons.
#137: 6’7 ’25 Jaiden Reynolds (Winston-Salem Christian)
Moving onto a player who arguably stood out as one of the most impressive campers on display, Jaiden Reynolds. He’s a long, skilled, athletic wing/forward prospect with a versatile identity and clear upside on both ends of the floor. Reynolds displayed IQ and creation instincts, able to consistently create for himself and others with the ball in his hands. He scored from all levels, set up others, and found success without the ball. Reynolds also forced turnovers and rebounded at a solid rate. Next in his development process is working to get stronger, as it would allow him to become a more physical player on both ends of the floor. Coach Lewis on Reynolds: “Jaiden has tons of upside/potential. He’s a good shooter with a nice skillset and the ability to attack mismatches off the bounce. Possesses length, fluidity, and defensive prowess. Displays good timing when blocking shots. Needs to attack the gaps, get stronger, and work on being more aggressive.” Reynolds proved to be a difference-maker at camp and should be a prospect for college coaches to monitor going forward.
#138: 6’8 ’25 Christopher Walker (Fayetteville Academy)
Finishing up, we look at a player who possesses an intriguing array of physical tools, Christopher Walker. He’s a long, wiry, athletic forward prospect with tons of upside as an overall prospect. Walker finds success through playing hard, being physical, and running the floor in transition. He moves well without the ball to earn touches and apply pressure as a finisher, both above and below the rim, but can also knock down the occasional jumper. Walker is disruptive defensively and makes his presence felt on the glass. Next in his development process is working on getting stronger, as it would make him a more physically overwhelming player on both ends of the floor. Coach Lewis on Walker: “Christopher is a long, athletic forward. He’s active on the glass and is capable of defending multiple positions. Finished above the rim and displayed good timing as a shot-blocker. Excels at putbacks, drop-offs, and transition play.” Walker enjoyed a solid showing at camp and should be a key piece for Fayetteville Academy during the upcoming season.