Class of 2021 – Sleepers

<p>"Sleepers" can be defined in many ways. They could be a player that may not get the press that they deserve, they could get more looks from scouts and/or college coaches, or have a ton of potential. We will look at some sleepers in the junior class that coaches and fans should definitely be aware of. </p> <p></p> <p><strong><a href="https://prephoops.com/player/kingsley-perkins/"><a href="https://prephoops.com/player/kingsley-perkins/">Kingsley Perkins</a></a> (PF, Ann Arbor Huron)</strong></p> <p>Perkins adds value to his team on both ends. He's a long defender that alters and blocks shots. Perkins is an active rebounder on both ends and must be accounted for every time a shot goes up. </p> <p><strong><a href="https://prephoops.com/player/keontae-barnes/"><a href="https://prephoops.com/player/keontae-barnes/">Keontae Barnes</a></a> (CG, Muskegon Orchard View)</strong></p> <p>Barnes is a dynamic perimeter player. He has a quick first step which allows him to play downhill. Barnes plays with an aggressive mentality and can create scoring opportunities off the dribble. </p> <p><strong><a href="https://prephoops.com/player/aidan-rubio/"><a href="https://prephoops.com/player/aidan-rubio/">Aidan Rubio</a></a> (SF, Goodrich)</strong></p> <p>Rubio has a ton of the intangibles needed at the next level. He has the size, strength, and ball skills needed to be a successful college basketball player. </p> <p><strong><a href="https://prephoops.com/player/jake-emerzian/"><a href="https://prephoops.com/player/jake-emerzian/">Jake Emerzian</a></a> (CG, Troy)</strong></p> <p>Emerzian is just starting to stand out this season. He's always had the talent, but he's putting it all together. In a loaded backcourt, Emerzian has carved out his niche as a do-it-all player on offense and a perimeter stopper on defense. </p> <p><strong><a href="https://prephoops.com/player/lavell-brodnex/"><a href="https://prephoops.com/player/lavell-brodnex/">Lavell Brodnex</a></a> (SG, Saginaw)</strong></p> <p>Brodnex may not get the headlines yet because of Saginaw's top notch senior backcourt. The key word being "YET". He's a nice athlete that rebounds well from the perimeter. </p> <p><strong><a href="https://prephoops.com/player/kwesi-henry/"><a href="https://prephoops.com/player/kwesi-henry/">Kwesi Henry</a></a> (CG, Detroit Loyola)</strong></p> <p>Henry is quietly going about his business. He's a good ball handler that can play on or off the ball. Henry has improved as a scorer this season. </p> <p><strong><a href="https://prephoops.com/player/eric-elizondo/"><a href="https://prephoops.com/player/eric-elizondo/">Eric Elizondo</a></a> (PG, Milford)</strong></p> <p>You may not see his name in the headlines across the state every week, but that doesn't mean he can't play. Elizondo is a steady floor general that understands what his coach needs from him, and delivers. </p>