Indiana Top 80 Preview
Players to Watch
By Jamie Shaw
6’6” 2018 Kevin Easley
Lawrence North HS
Claimed Offers: Butler, Indiana, Purdue, New Mexico, Xavier, Depaul, and 15 others.
Easley has a throwback type game, some compare it to former Georgetown wing Austin Freeman. He has a sturdy body, a very high IQ, and natural feel for the game.
6’8” 2017 Kris Wilkes
North Central HS
Final Group: Indiana, Illinois, Xavier, UConn, UCLA
Wilkes is one of the top players in the country and tracking to be a McDonald’s All American. He is a very long and explosive wing, who is playing at his best when getting downhill and in transition.
6’10” 2018 Gavin Bizeau
Plainfield HS
Claimed Offers: Ball State, Indiana, State, Toledo, IUPUI, and Akron
Bizeau is a skilled big man, with great touch and a natural feel for the game. He has deep range with this shooting touch and the ability to put the ball on the floor to attack. Bizeau has a unique skill set and will only continue to get better.
6’3” 2018 Deavion Washington
South Virgo HS
Claimed Offers: Valparaiso, Western Illinois, Indiana State, Ball State, New Orleans, & IUPUI
Washington is a slashing wing who plays with explosion and purpose. He is a good perimeter defender and can get very loud in transition. There is a sense of toughness with him.
6’5” 2018 Tony Hopkins
Thomas Carr Howe Community HS
Claimed Offers: Ball State, New Orleans, Tampa
Hopkins has a good frame and is a strong and athletic wing. He gets downhill in transition and has the ability to be a tough defender and rebounder from his position.