At the beginning of each new year, Phenom Hoops works to assemble a series of articles centered around unsigned prospects in the senior class. Last season, over one hundred players from North Carolina went on to play at the Division I, II, III, or NAIA levels (with several others exploring the JUCO path). That number looks likely to continue increasing with the current senior class. Typically, we try to highlight guys who are under-recruited by college coaches or overlooked by the masses. This edition will feature Sabree Scott of Quality Education Academy.
We’ve watched Scott closely since his arrival to North Carolina, recently stating, “After showing a lot of appeal during his junior season, all signs point to Sabree Scott having a breakout senior campaign. It’s a bit strange to make sense of his recruitment, as he hasn’t received an offer in nearly two years. Why? What are we missing? At 6-foot-6 with fluidity and a smooth skillset, Scott should be the type of prospect that has schools in a bidding war. During fall league, he showcased the full arsenal. Scott created for himself and others, applied pressure from all levels, and outshined opponents on both ends of the floor. He’s a willing passer with a solid handle for his size. Scott also has the tools to be a consistent rebounder and versatile defender. He will be a focal point for the Pharaohs this season, so Division I coaches would be smart to start getting involved.”
It doesn’t take long to recognize the overall appeal of someone like Scott. Upon a simple glance, one can see that he possesses a true basketball frame with fluidity, long arms, and the general size to cause matchup problems on the court. Scott possesses a very smooth skillset with creation instincts, off-ball ability, and scoring prowess from all levels. He shoots the ball at a quality percentage along the perimeter and attacks the basket whenever available. Scott is a crafty finisher who regularly plays above the rim and through contact. He’s a solid defensive piece who utilizes his length and anticipates well to force turnovers. Although Scott is already a capable defender and rebounder, he still has considerable upside in both areas. It’s somewhat unclear why he doesn’t hold more offers, as Scott should be a priority for various Division I programs.