6'8 Elijah Gray of Tennessee Bobcats 17U is a very special talent who is arguably one of the best players in his class, does everything you could ask for. Has a great frame and body that is very attractive to college coaches. Is a three-level scorer who can easily dominate games with his ability. Attacks the rim hard and uses his body and athleticism to finish through defenders; threw down a few very impressive dunks.. Can really shoot the ball and has the ability to really catch fire from three. Rebounds the ball well on both ends of the floor and uses his length to cause a lot of turnovers of defense. Handles the ball well and really gets to his spots on the floor. The potential and upside for this kid is through the roof.
6'9 Eric Van Der Heijden of Team Renegades Elite 17U was super impressive this weekend. This being my first time getting to sit down and watch him play, he did not disappoint. Has the skill set that simply speaks for itself when you watch him play. Can really score the ball from everywhere on the court including a consistent touch from three. Handles the ball well and really creates for himself and his teammates; has a really high IQ and great feel for the game. Runs the floor very well and finishes around the basket very well. Super long player who really utilizes that on the defensive end blocking shots and keeping a hand in the passing lanes. Another guy who has a super high upside and potential.
6'3 Kley McGowan of Tennessee Tigers 17U is a very intriguing player who had a great weekend. He is a lockdown defender who really uses his quickness and body to really keep ball handlers in front of him. First player I've seen to draw five offensive fouls in one game. Offensively, he has a super high IQ that allows him to really create for his teammates and makes the right player. Can shoot the ball well from three and uses his quickness to really get to the paint. Plays within the offense and makes the most of his touches.
6'5 Dessie Canty Jr. of Upward Stars Southeast Select 17U had a great weekend and really proved that he is under recruited. Plays really hard and is really active on the court. Really runs the floor in transition and is almost a for sure two pints from around the rim. Uses his length and athleticism to really defend and finish above the rim on the offensive end; had a few really impressive dunks. Has the ability to really knock down open shots. Uses his quick first step to get by the defense and has a pretty good midrange game as well. College Coaches should definitely begin recruiting him, Scholarship-Level Player!
6'8 Saiquone Harris of Juice All-Stars Stephenson 17U is an extremely versatile player who is very productive. Love the way he plays the game and how he competes on both ends. Has the necessary skill set and handle to play a wing and forward and be very effective. Has a terrific frame and strength that he uses to really attack the basket. Super athletic prospect who rebounds very well and really runs the floor. Creates well for his teammates and has good court vision. Makes everybody on his team look and play better.
6'6 Matthew Warren 2023 of Upward Stars Pee Dee 16U had an incredible weekend. Really thrives in the paint and finishes consistently. Rebounds the ball well on both sides of the floor and runs the floor hard. Has the ability to push the break and make the correct pass. Showed a good touch on his jumper from midrange and even stepped out to hit a few threes. Defensively, he is a great post defender; stays vertical and doesn't foul. Being that he is only a rising sophomore, he has a ton of upside. Already has the leng and frame that can add muscle. This is one college coaches should keep an eye on!
6'10 Jaydin Spillman-Martin of Carolina Rising Stars 17U can flat out play and will be a special player. Is very fluid for his size and has the skill set to be a very good player. Finishes very well in the paint and is consistent. He also has a great shooting touch and can knockdown shots from the three. Defensively, he protects the paint and makes the offense change their shots when attacking him. With his skill set, height, and length college coaches should be all over him. Has a high potential!
