Recruiting Update: Blair Davis requests for release from Lincoln (PA)
Blair Davis did big things when he was the floor general for City College in Baltimore. His junior season, he helped lead the Knights to a 27-0 record and winning a state title in the process. His senior season, Davis averaged 17 points, six assists, and five rebounds. Shortly after the season concluded he committed to Lincoln (PA).
There was a coaching change at Lincoln, which is always tough for a young player trying to figure out the speed and all that comes with collegiate play. I spoke with Blair about his situation at Lincoln yesterday and the issue seemed to be the inconsistencies that came with playing time.
There was a stretch of five games where Davis started five-straight games. Those would be followed by games where he barely saw the court. On the year, the 6-foot point guard averaged 3.7 points, 1.9 rebounds, and 1.4 assists in 15.2 minutes per game.
People close with Davis tell me that a few schools have inquired about the Baltimore native ranging from Division II and Division III. While he prefers to stay in the Division II level, Davis told me his mind is very open and is considering all options.
The first year or two of college can give players perspective both on and off the court. Davis credited his assistant coach at Lincoln Jonathan Howell-Clarke, who also has experience with NBA development, as a big part in helping mature his skills to the college level.
“My jumpshot,” Davis said about what he has improved most with since attending Lincoln. “Also understanding what is a good shot and what’s not. In high school I relied on my floater when driving to the basket, but I’ve learned how to really attack the rim strong and finish in traffic.”
Davis doesn’t shoot many three’s, but his quickness and ability to operate in pick-and-rolls opens up mid-range opportunities and driving lanes. With that being said, he can set his teammates up in scoring positions as well. During his junior season in high school, he played alongside three Division I players and a Division II player in the starting lineup. Davis would pick his spots in when to shoot, but his job was to facilitate the offensive system and be a set up guy.
In terms of off the court stuff, Davis told me the biggest change he’s experienced since being at college is fending for himself. “Nobody wakes you up and tells you to go workout,” Davis said. “You have to do that on your own or someone is going to pass you up. You have no excuses in college.”
The rest of Davis’ highlight tape can be found here