Prospect Profile: Russell “Deuce” Dean
Sophomore point guard Deuce Dean is one of the top prospects in the 2019 class in the state of South Carolina. Playing out of Dutch Fork High School, Dean has averages of 9.4 points and 3.2 rebounds per game this…
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Continue ReadingSophomore point guard Deuce Dean is one of the top prospects in the 2019 class in the state of South Carolina. Playing out of Dutch Fork High School, Dean has averages of 9.4 points and 3.2 rebounds per game this season. Dutch Fork is off to a 13-5 record.
Dean played over the summer with the South Carolina Kings aau program and played well enough to pick up offers a week apart from The Citadel and a week later a offer from Virginia Tech.
Scouting Report
He has a strong upper body, at 6-foot-4 he can see open teammates over smaller defenders. He is blessed with elite athleticism and a college ready frame. His shot selection and consistency has improved over the summer and he is a strong on-ball defender. He has a tight handle and can finish at the rim. In transition he can take the ball himself to the rim or can find the open man with ease. He has a quick first step that allows him to create space to get his shot off. He plays with an attitude that is hard to always find in high school players. He uses it best in big games and doesn’t back down. He has a high basketball IQ, he knows where to deliver the ball so his teammates are in scoring position. He is ranked in the PrepHoopsSC 2019 rankings at number 5.
Recruiting
He has been receiving interest from South Carolina, Appalachian State, North Florida, Campbell, Tennessee and College of Charleston. Offers are from The Citadel and Virgini Tech.