I continue to bring you my thoughts on players around the country, as this is one of the newest segments where we talk and break down even more of players’ game. I look at players that I believe should be ones to watch more and could be big-time players in the making before they head to the next level. Continue to check back for even more player reviews, as this reflects my thoughts as a scout.
Player: Jayden Harris
Class: 2024
Height: 6’6
School: Salisbury HS
First off, the class of 2024 in North Carolina is something special, there is no doubt about it. The talent is unbelievable, and we are looking at a deep class as of today with the players within the state. In all, there are so many players that you will be hearing about at the next level and will be the foundation for programs in the coming years.
This past weekend at the Phenom Summer Finale, we got a chance to see quite a few of them in action which included one of the fastest-rising prospects in the country in 2024 6’6 Jayden Harris from Salisbury high school.
Harris’ recruitment has taken off with offers from all over the country coming in. Virginia, Wake Forest, Georgetown, Mississippi State, St. John’s, Virginia Tech, Temple, NC State, Illinois, and several others have all entered the mix and that list should only continue to grow. But when watching this young man his past season, I could easily see that Harris could be an incoming prospect for a program that you will just need to find ways to get on the floor early. Harris could be one of a few players that instantly come in and make an impact for his team, especially with what he could provide early on and in his development.
Harris already has a college-ready frame at 6’6 and should only get stronger in the coming years, as well as his time in a college weight room early on. But when watching his game, one can see that he can be a game-changer with his jumper, his range, and his size. With his shot-making ability and range, I could easily see Harris making an early impact for a program, coming in and being a shot-maker and a threat from three, displaying his confident range and ability to knock down shots over defenders at 6’6 (and possibly growing more). And that could be just in year one for Harris, as his game should only continue to develop with more experience at the college level and more opportunities will be available for him.
Though he is still two years away from playing college ball, it is hard for me to not envision Harris making his impact early for a college program.