Return To Play Week 2

<p>High school basketball is back in Southern California. With teams now cleared to resume play in the state, a few programs have already gotten underway. Not all teams have started up, but for the ones that have returned to play, here’s a look at some of the players to watch and some the ones who have stood out so far.</p> <p><strong>1. Isaiah Elohim - Heritage Christian 2024</strong></p> <p>I first saw Elohim play back in June at the Pangos Best of the West Showcase. He stood out then as having a really advanced skill-set, especially on the offensive end and as a player who could make an impact right away as a freshman. So far, he’s done just that. He gets out on the break and he can finish strong at the rim. He’s a solid ball-handler and he’s comfortable creating for himself on the perimeter. High upside wing prospect.</p> <p><strong>2. [player_tooltip player_id="943446" first="Remington" last="Rofer"] - Loyola 2022</strong></p> <p>I first saw Rofer about two years ago at the Fairfax summer tournament. What really stands out about him is his activity on the glass. He ’s a good rebounder, especially on the offensive end fighting for second shot opportunities. He can score both on the wing and in the post. He can get good position on the block and he has good footwork. Can shoot from the midrange and out to the three-point line. Good, versatile defensive player. </p> <p><strong>3. [player_tooltip player_id="954224" first="Dylan" last="Andrews"] - Windward 2022</strong></p> <p>Andrews has been one of the top rising point guards in Southern California and he’s drawn interest from several Division 1 schools. He’s actually able to play both guard positions although he projects as a one at the next level. He’s comfortable running the offense and he’s a lethal perimeter scorer. He knows when to look for his shot and when to create for his teammates. Solid shooter from three-point range. </p> <p><strong>4. [player_tooltip player_id="748764" first="Jeremiah" last="Nyarko"] - St. John Bosco 2022</strong></p> <p>Nyarko is a solid big man prospect ready for a big leap this season. One of the areas that he’s improved in is his outside shooting. He’s becoming a dependable and consistent threat from three-point range. He’s active around the rim and he can finish through contact at the rim. He can run the floor well and finish in transition. Good rebounder. Defensively, he’s athletic and long and is a pretty good shot blocker in the paint.</p> <p><strong>5. [player_tooltip player_id="748773" first="Ben" last="Shtolzberg"] - Notre Dame Sherman Oaks 2022</strong></p> <p>Shtolzberg is one of the best point guard prospects on the West Coast. I saw him play throughout the fall and winter at the Hoops 2.0 Showcase events and he’s really come into his own as a lead guard. He’s started off strong for Notre Dame this season. He has good size for a one and he’s a solid playmaker. He can break down the defense off the dribble and find his open teammates. Comfortable creating for himself as well. Can get to the rim or shoot it from outside.</p>