New Names to Look At in 2021

<p>With the pandemic ravaging New Mexico and other states it’s been extremely difficult to stay active. Kids are playing in parks and others are shooting hoops on make shift courts outside of their houses. Certain players have taken this time to become quicker, leaner and stronger by working out and doing everything it takes to make a difference. Those players have definitely caught our attention.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="1076677" first="Jose" last="Murillo"] 6’9-6’10 - Highland</p> <p>A big bodied Center who lost weight from last year. Jose has leaned out making him more athletic and giving him more above the rim ability. A physical post player to begin with, now he’s more agile. Jose has old school fundamentals in the paint with his ability to bully and seal off  defenders. He finishes very well around the basket with dunks and drop steps. </p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="1076625" first="Derek" last="Chavez"] 6’0 - Valley </p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="1076625" first="Derek" last="Chavez"]  is a talented shooting guard who played for D1 New Mexico. He has put on some more muscle which will pay off for him. He has very good athleticism and you definitely see it when he plays defense. Derek has the ability to score from all three levels with very nice 3-point shooting range and explosive drives to the basket. [player_tooltip player_id="1076625" first="Derek" last="Chavez"] should be seen as one of the top natural shooters in the state.</p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="1076673" first="Tyler" last="Heckroth"] 6’3 - Eldorado</p> <p>I have been watching Tyler over the last couple of years and he is impressive. Tyler has put on some size and increased his vertical ability. He is an ideal pick-and-pop point guard who can pull defenses out of synch. He is also a very solid passer and decision maker with the ball. Tyler has great basketball IQ. He is a solid defender who has quick feet. [player_tooltip player_id="1076673" first="Tyler" last="Heckroth"] is a name to remember for this season.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>