The first game for day three of Phenom's Holiday Classic took place between two on-the-rise teams in TLPS and Bull City Prep Charlotte PG. Things kicked off and both squads started pushing the pace, attacking the basket, and defending with intensity. Bull City Prep quickly asserted themselves and took control of the lead behind quality transition play, ending the first quarter with a 12-15 lead. Although TLPS continued performing at a competitive level behind Nicholas Gravley and Jamarkell Mays but trailed 25-33 going into halftime. Guys like Tommy Moore and Yasheem Kendrick really carried the load for Bull City Prep, allowing them to secure a 62-76 victory over TLPS.
Stats:
Bull City PG Charlotte:
Tommy Moore 34 points
Yahsheem Kendrick 13 points
Keith Reese 11 points
TPLS:
Nicholas Graverly 19 points
Jamarkell Mays 17 points
Jackson Vincent 9 points
Standouts:
2021 Tommy Moore (Bull City): Moore was off the charts in this game, showing that he can be an effective scorer all over the floor and simply is a playmaker with the ball in his hands. He shot the ball well from deep, knocking down multiple three’s but also showed tremendous speed to get downhill and attack. He was unstoppable on the court on his way to 34 points and plays with a good IQ on the floor.
2021 Yahsheem Kendrick (Bull City): Kendrick is a bouncy athlete that can finish with contact and strong at the rim, something he gave us a glimpse of on multiple occasions. Strong guard that plays with a physical attitude but also showed that he can be a threat from outside. Good two-way player.
2021 Nicholas Graverly (TLPS): Graverly played well in the first but really started to find his rhythm offensively in the second half, showing his range with the three ball but also being able to penetrate and score the ball. Had 15 of his 19 points in the second half, leading his team in scoring in this one.