Tennessee’s Top 2018 Wings
Tennessee is blessed with two of the top 2018 point guards in the nation.
Best in Class
TJ Moss, Ryan Boyce
Versatility and athleticism describe both TJ Moss (East) and Ryan Boyce (Houston).
TJ Moss will make defenders pay for snoozing around the arc. He can also knock down mid-range jumpers. Moss is a pure scorer that projects as a college “2.” With M33M he has the greenlight all day. As he move up the basketball ladder and specialization sets in look for TJ Moss to be a killer outside shooter.
Ryan Boyce has more slashing tendencies and looks like he could evolve into an elite two-way player after high school.
On the Cusp (3-4)
KK Curry, TyLandrius Parks
July probably still won’t be enough to vault KK Curry and TyLandrius Parks to their appropriate recruiting level. Both can score in bunches. Parks looks like a multi-faceted attacker. His potential is enticing.
Third Tier (5-14)
Thomas Gilmore, Malik Riddle, Caden Mills, Coulter Dotson, Jaylen Lee, Jacayah Webster, Martrell Brooks, Quatarius York, Allen Hatchett, Trenton Gibson
The third tier has plenty of college prospects embedded. Malik Riddle (pictured right) exploded in the last few months. Quatarius York represents Da House AAU with volume scoring. Martrell Brooks has the respect of everybody in Memphis. He can knock down the mid-range jumper. Brooks grew up as a ball-handling guard, so his wing skills only gave him a more well-rounded acumen. Coulter Dotson is a remarkable outside shooter that learned about a year ago how to incorporate an elite step-back jumper. Pittsburgh transplant Thomas Gilmore is a player to watch, as he acclimates to Tennessee Prep in the coming months. Trenton Gibson runs with Team Thad 17u where he generally gives the team a J.R. Smith scoring option. He is solid at spot-up triples and provides a little secondary playmaking.
Fourth Tier (15-19)
Jessie Hymon-Walker, Caleb Fields, Will Midlick, Mac Hunt, Jack Sompayrac
Caleb Fields probably will play point guard in college, but he can operate off the ball too. Fields needs to intensify his on-ball defense. Athletically, he can certainly play at the LM level. Mac Hunt’s versatility and shooting touch make him an intriguing college option. Nice size too.
Fifth Tier (20-30)
Warren Zager, Jayden Hardaway, Chris Hunter, Arecko Gipson Jr., Rayshad Williams, Mark Johnson, Devante Logwood, Parker McKinney, Devin Payne, James Franklin, Tylar Haynes
Last year Warren Zager adapted from a young forward to a improving wing. Exceedingly coachable Zager can benefit from added aggression. A younger brother, he is too accustomed to deferring. Tylar Haynes is an interesting prospect. He is, at the very least, a high energy guy with impressive rebounding instincts. Chris Hunter is a player that will slip through the cracks, unless some college coaches evaluate the rugged combo guard.