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 Khalil Marshall of Lake Norman Christian.
We've seen him in every possible setting, previously stating, 'Starting with Marshall, who consistently finds ways to stand out as one of the better defensive floor generals across North Carolina. He's a sharp, quick lead guard with the ability to breakdown opponents and apply downhill pressure as a penetrator or transition threat. Marshall possesses nice vision and can knock down jumpers at a respectable rate from the perimeter. His speed and overall open-floor ability allow him to push the break with regularity. Various types of scholarship-level coaches should be in pursuit.'Which was later followed by, 'Marshall has been a player I have had the time to evaluate over the past few months and every time I watch him play, I leave more and more impressed. The lightning quick point guard is one of the most prolific scorers from this weekend and did so by breaking his defenders down off the dribble. I am excited to continue evaluating Marshall's progression as a point guard throughout the high school season.'
Since then, Marshall has only continued to further solidify his status as a college-level prospect who would fit in a variety of different structures. While he's more than comfortable at handling the ball and initiating the offense, his main value comes from being a quick, scrappy on-ball defender. Marshall does a great job of mirroring opposing guards, forcing turnovers, and making plays in transition. He's a nice penetrator with the ability to finish or set up teammates whenever available. Marshall has shown the ability to knock down jumpers, but usually plays within himself and doesn't look to force the action. He's a useful two-way guard who should be able to carve out a quality role at the next level.