2024 John Campbell (NC Spartans):
Campbell is one that I would really be on the lookout for. He has had a very strong summer and continues to add pieces to his game that makes him extremely effective. But again, he has the size, the athleticism, and competes on both ends that allow him to produce consistently. I’m going to be looking at him to make a lot of noise this summer and heading into the high school season.
2024 Devian Smith (NC Bulldogz):
Smith came out with a different mentality today to start the event and he didn’t slow down at all throughout the event. He played big to help carry his team to a victory, being assertive and aggressive, getting inside and to the line, picking his spots with his pull-up game, and knocking down shots with range. Very good showing from the young man to start the event.
2025 Malachi Simpson (WNC Elite):
It was good to see Simpson back in action on the Phenom Hoops platform, and he didn’t disappoint with his showing. Simpson has a lot of intrigue with his game at his 6’5 frame, his athleticism, his ability to make play son both sides of the floor, and his ability to create and knock down shots. He gives you those flashes in his game that will certainly excite you, but overall, he can be a strong weapon with his overall game.
2026 Gavin Reese (NC Rise):
I really liked what I saw from the young guard on Day 1. He is a high-IQ player that is terrific at making plays with the ball in his hands. He has a great feel for the game, sees the floor well, creates well, finds open teammates easily, and excels in creating with his handles and shiftiness. He is one that I would jot down and watch more, but he was a strong prospect when the ball was in his hands.
2024 Chris Harris (DB Elite):
Ending the night, Harris led a very strong and united group with DB Elite, as the 5’11 guard was filling it up all over the court. He was excellent out in the open floor, creating well off the dribble, and knocking down shots in a variety of ways. Did a great job off the bounce and getting into the paint, but also mixing in his ability to showcase his range from behind the arc.