Philip Bou Khalil 6’7 210 2021 Carmel School, Ruther Glen VA
Philip is a strong and physical post presence; a back to the basket post with great hands, solid footwork and a soft touch around the rim. He can hit shots with very good consistency when he can catch on the block, face-up, and measure up his defender. Also a good shot maker out to about 15 feet where he can also use his powerful frame and drive to the rim and score. When receiving the ball out to the mid-post area Philip prefers to back his man down. He’s very good in this action as he’s strong enough to take space and back his man down but also recognizes when to end the dribble and pass the ball. He is very good recognizing how his defender is responding and can use the jump hook or spin back for the layup.
Philip also has a nice array of post moves over his right shoulder. He can spin-off for a turnaround jumper, or use his bulk to drop step into position for an easy layup. He is a strong rebounder, aggressive and persistent. Philip is a very good passer out of the post and demonstrates a high IQ. Defensively he has the size and strength to be a force inside rebounding and protecting the paint and also solid enough footwork to discourage post-entry passes. Philip is strong and almost immovable once he establishes a presence in the paint and will be an attractive prospect for college programs looking for a back to the basket player in the 2021 class.