Brittan-Watts, Owens Lead Biggest Risers In 2019 Rankings
This spring, we have been out and about trying to find some of the top talent from around the state. We have also been trying to find guys that are worthy of being called “Risers.”. We found some really good…
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Continue ReadingThis spring, we have been out and about trying to find some of the top talent from around the state. We have also been trying to find guys that are worthy of being called “Risers.”. We found some really good ones in the 2019 class this spring. Here is a look at a few of them.
Ethan Brittan-Watts (Culver Academy / Team Teague) – The biggest riser of the class in this update is Brittan-Watts. The 6’0 guard is one of the better pure point guards in the class and he’s got a lot going for him. He’s tall while still growing, he is young for the class, and his handles are really solid to this point. He’s got a little offensive game to him as well. Proved he could play with the better talent and was really impressive.
Andrew Owens (Carmel / IE Diesel) – Owens has been a guy that has really stepped up his game with the level of competition. He’s very active and effective in many situations. He does well on the perimeter and his game is more geared around his ability to be a mismatch. Owens is a fairly aggressive kid as well and that is the part that has stood out recently.
Semaj Danley (Perry Meridian / IE 2019) – Semaj is one of the more unknowns and even after I focused in to watch him this spring, I really want to spend more time trying to see what is there. He’s long and tall, and very active but also a little raw at this stage. He’s a guy that you see will get better as he gets older and could take a big jump forward in the next year if his offense starts coming around. He’s skilled enough to score now needs more assertiveness.
Mccall Ray (Bedford North Lawrence / IE Diesel) – Mccall continues to be the guy who just makes play after play and while you might not notice at the time, the stat sheet will confirm his talent. He’s going to be an average size point guard but at the same time, he defines himself by his playmaking ability. Scores well at all three levels and has plenty of confidence while on the court.
Trayce Jackson–Davis (Center Grove / Team Teague) – Trayce has continued to grow and grow and develop his low-post game. He’s got the body you love at this stage and he is likely to get better. He’s probably right at 6’8 with tons of length. He’s very comfortable as a back-to-the-basket guy but also really solid in his ability to face-up and finish. His development is only beginning and he has as much ceiling as any in the class.