2021 Illinois Prep Hoops Circuit Stock Risers Pt 1

<p>What prospects from Illinois helped elevate their stock the most during the PrepHoops Circuit?  Here is a list of players that did just that in our<strong> 2021 Illinois Prep Hoops Circuit Stock Risers Pt 1</strong>!</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="914058" first="Corey" last="Walker"] (Illinois Hoopstars Willis) </strong></p> <p>The 6’8” five man has a wide body and a high activity level.  Finishes well through contact.  Combined quality footwork, power, and spin moves on the block.  Very good area rebounder.  Western Michigan football commit.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="920973" first="Khailieo" last="Terry"] (Illinois Hoopstars National)</strong></p> <p>Terry is a high motor four man that is a force on the offensive glass.  One of the better offensive rebounders we saw this summer.  Runs the floor hard in transition.  Makes an impact on the defensive end as well around the hoop.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="921067" first="Sean" last="Gallery"] (Sharks Basketball Blue)</strong></p> <p>This Maine South 6’2” guard displayed a better passing and playmaking feel than we had previously seen out of him.  Got loose in transition and can put it on the deck.  Brings toughness and grit from the guard spot.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="921010" first="Josh" last="Harris"] (Sharks Basketball Blue)</strong></p> <p>We have always been intrigued with this Timothy Christian shooting guard.  The angular lefty is active defensively and can really shoot it from three.  Clean and free stroke off the catch!</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="920963" first="Hamahrie" last="Bowers"] (Team MORE/Illinois Hoopstars National)</strong></p> <p>Bowers did an excellent job for both PHC teams that he played with showcasing what he can do at the next level as a complimentary player.  The lefty is a plus defender, rebounds well from his wing spot, is a big time transition finisher, and can bomb in threes off the catch.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="821756" first="Jeffrey" last="Oakley"] (Team MORE)</strong></p> <p>Oakley is one of our favorite sleeper prospects in the 2021 class.  The Corliss small forward brings athleticism and skill to the table on the wing.  He can slash, crash the glass, and has a good looking jump shot.  Finisher in the open floor that just flat out produces consistently along with providing upside.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="920961" first="Noah" last="Reynolds"] (Illinois Hoopstars National)</strong></p> <p>Reynolds is a crafty left handed point guard from Peoria Notre Dame.  The floor general made plays on the circuit both as a scorer and distributor.  Crisp passer that got others involved on his loaded squad.  Also did a nice job of getting in the lane for nifty layups and pull up jumpers.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="920967" first="Donald" last="Coats"] (Illinois Hoopstars National)</strong></p> <p>The recent John A Logan commit showcased why he will be a nice fit for them for two seasons.  Long and lanky wing that can stretch the floor with his perimeter shooting.  He has a feathery touch from the perimeter and can defend across the board.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="920994" first="Jadyn" last="Benson"] (HIT)</strong></p> <p>Benson is going to see a big jump in his ranking after a strong close to the PHC.  He got promoted to the HIT Elite team for the last couple of events and he was the best player on the floor in almost every outing.  The dynamic and athletic combo guard has excellent size, length, and scoring ability.  Jumper was on point, got his teammates involved, and displayed his athleticism at the rim.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="652746" first="Luke" last="Braman"] (HIT)</strong></p> <p>The Roanoke Benson big man had a quality showing on the PHC.  The 6’9” five man from has quality strength and utilized that to garner deep post position.  When he gets position deep in the paint he is a tough cover. Right handed hook shot is one of his go to moves.  When playing physical he often draws fouls.  Good area rebounder.</p>