At the beginning of each new year, Phenom Hoops works to assemble a series of articles centered around unsigned senior prospects. Last season, hundreds of players from North Carolina went on to play at the Division I, II, III or NAIA levels, and that number looks likely to continue increasing with the current senior class. Typically, we take a closer look at guys who are overlooked and underrated, and today’s edition will highlight Joshua Mosley of Southeast Raleigh High School and Capital City Pacers.
We’ve seen Mosley countless times over the years, including at our most recent All-American Camp, where we stated, “Next, we look at a player that continually finds ways to stand out with his tough, heady approach, Joshua Mosley. He’s a smart, rugged guard prospect with a nice balance between scoring and playmaking. Mosley does a great job of running a team, both in the half-court and transition, but can also attack the basket or pose a useful spot-up threat. Next in his development process is working on his ability to move without the ball, as it would allow him to coexist alongside another primary ball-handler with relative ease. Coach Orr on Mosley: “Joshua simply makes plays. He can score in bunches in so many different ways. He’s quick off the dribble and plays with so much energy. Joshua need to continue improving his defensive game and moving without the ball in his hands.” Mosely did a lot of things well and was an asset during camp, which should transition nicely into the high school season. “
Since then, Mosley has only continued to further solidify himself as a potentially useful piece at the next level. His abilities with the Capital City Pacers allow him to showcase a fairly balanced two-way identity. Offensively, Mosley typically operates as a true point guard and looks to create for others with the ball in his hands. However, he’s also proven to be a reliable scoring option with an understanding of how to take advantage within the flow of the offense. Mosley stands out as a pesky defender with the necessary instincts to force turnovers and make an impact in transition. He also rebounds well for his position and is capable of making his presence felt without necessarily requiring the ball in his hands. Mosley has been a consistently steady cog during the current summer season, and could be a contributor at the right program.