Report on Arizona Memorial Day Classic

The Arizona Memorial Day Classic was held Saturday and Sunday May 29th - 30th at the Arizona Grand Resort Hotel. Here is a report on the event on the prospects who caught our attention. Top Prospects (*indicates highest consideration) 6’0 PG [player_tooltip player_id="959690" first="Tre" last="Bell"] of Heritage Academy (AZ) 2021 (PAL Elite 2021) Bell is an athletic one–man who pushes the envelope on the fast break pretty consistently. He’s a confident ball handler who gets things done on the break and can finish it with a nice floater. He shoots it ok with 3-point range and can get to the basket on the drive. *6’10 PF [player_tooltip player_id="923077" first="Blake" last="Buchanan"] of Lake City HS (ID) 2023 (Idaho Premier 2021) Buchanan was a big-time discovery at this event. He has an impressive all-around game offensively with the ability to score inside and outside. He’s also a solid rebounder with the length to get to the ball. Knows how to play. Mid major prospect who already has D1 offers.   6’4 W Dylan Cox of Paraclete HS (CA) 2022 (Loopers Hoopers Elite) Cox showed a nice combination of skills and effort. He can handle and pass it and is a solid playmaker in transition who can finish for himself. He has a solid pull up game, both on the break and in the half court. He shoots it fairly wall with long range and he has a solid floater. Most importantly, he is a hard-working competitor. 6’10 C Mike Day of Middleton HS (ID) 2023 (Idaho Premier 16U) Day is another big man who attracted attention and put himself on the radar in his class. He has long arms, pretty good hands and a little bit of lift. He does need to show more offensively, but he does slow a drop step on the block and an adequate 3-point shot. He is active on the glass pretty consistently. 6’1 SG Mahki Golston of North Canyon HS (AZ) 2024 (PAL Elite 2024) Golston is a versatile two guard who makes contributions in different ways. He can handle it, has a nice half court pull-up game and a clever floater. He shoots it ok with long range but his shot selection is a little shaky. He is also a capable rebounder from the guard position.   6’6 PF Sawyr Hansen of Middleton HS (ID) 2023 (Idaho Premier 16U) Hansen is a competitive four man who can play inside and outside. He can beat the defender on the face-up drive and he can dribble operate on the block. And he is a pretty consistent rebounder. He maxes out what he has. *611 C [player_tooltip player_id="1123041" first="Bradey" last="Henige"] of Cactus HS (AZ) 2024 (D1 Nation Arizona) Henige continues to put himself high on the 2024 radar with his play. He’s a solid postup player with a nice drop step and a turnaround shot who can score in traffic. He’s a very consistent rebounder in his area who pursues the ball. His just needs to remember to outlet to the guard and not try to dribble up the court himself. He will play Division I basketball – it’s just a question of what level he ends up at, but the future is very bright for him. *6’1 PG [player_tooltip player_id="590836" first="Justus" last="Jackson"] of Eduprize Prep (AZ) 2021 (AZ Select 17 Contreras) Jackson is an athletic and skilled one-man who excels in the transition game and can score at all three levels in the half court. He needs to play with more of a killer instinct but it is a definite Division I player.   6’0 PG [player_tooltip player_id="996741" first="Deven" last="Johnson"] of AZ Compass Prep (AZ) 2023 (PAL Elite 2023) Johnson is an impressive one man who brings a lot to the table. He’s long and athletic with nice burst. He pushes the break consistently and makes things happen. In the half court he is a solid driver and an ok 3-point shooter and he has a nice floater as well. *6’8 PF [player_tooltip player_id="1033021" first="Chris" last="Long"] of Vista Grande HS (AZ) 2032 (PAL Elite 2022) Long was a revelation in this event and showed that he merits D1 consideration. He can really fill it up as a long-range shooter and he takes good shots. He’s a good passer and he has a decent post-up game. He’s also a capable rebounder in his area. D1 coaches need to check him out. 6’4 G/W Chase Mayo of Glenview Prep (AZ) 2022 (PAL Elite 2022) Mayo is a skilled guard/wing who runs the floor well. He is a real nice presser and a good 3-point shooter. He also has a nice hesitation drive. He shows that he can be a difficult matchup for the opponent. Nice-looking prospect.   6’0 SG Jayce Mc Guirk of Desert Ridge HS (AZ) 2024 (AZ Select 15U Aby) Mc Guirk is a talented young two guard who has an impressive all-around game for such a youngster. He’s effective making plays for himself and others in transition. He can score from all three levels in the half court (perimeter, mid-range, at the rim). This kid is a legit 2024 prospect and has a bright future. 6’3 SG Andre Norris of Verrado HS (AZ) 2022 (PAL Elite 2022) Norris is a two guard with some strength and athleticism who can hurt you in a lot of ways. He’s really solid making plays in transition and he pulls up very nicely in the half court. He can shoot it fairly well with range and he is a money passer who sees the floor well. He’s a good one to have on your side.   6’5 W Jake Ten Berge of PHH Prep (AZ) 2021 (AZ Select 17 U Paynes) Ten Berge is a competitive wing who is a solid all-around scorer. He is a very strong driver who goes to the hoop very aggressively. He can handle and pass it and he is a confident 3-point shooter. He also has a nice turnaround shot on the block. And he can rebound and pass it. He probably should not still be available but Covid has its complications…   6’5 W [player_tooltip player_id="934598" first="Jaylen" last="Wesley"] of Mc Clintock HS (AZ) 2022 (AZ Select 13 Contreras) Wesley is a strong and competitive wing who gets a lot done. He can handle and pass, does a nice job moving without the ball, shoots it ok with 3 range (but has a slow release) and is a competent rebounder. He is productive and that is attractive to college coaches.   Other Prospects To Consider (* indicates highest consideration)   *6’5 G/W Adrien Anderson of Carl Hayden HS (AZ) 2023 (PAL Elite 2023) Active and athletic guard/ wing with long arms who impacts the game at both ends. 6’0 PG Mc Kay Anderson of Meridian HS (ID) 2021 (Idaho Premier 2021) One man who pushes the break consistently and is a good passer who makes things happen for himself and his teammates.   *6’4 G/W MJ Binford of South Mountain HS (AZ) 2023 (PAL Elite 2023) Fairly athletic guard/wing who is a versatile scorer – can drive, shoot from the perimeter and post up on the block and is a good rebounder.   6’3 W Aerimiah Binford of South Mountain HS (AZ) 2024 (PAL Elite 2024) Fairly athletic wing who moves well without the ball and finds ways to score. *5’9 PG [player_tooltip player_id="814507" first="Davion" last="Butler"] of Mc Clintock HS (AZ) 2023 (AZ Select 16 Wilson) Fairly athletic one man who can run a team and has a solid first step to break down defenders.   *6’5 SF [player_tooltip player_id="932346" first="Jake" last="Clapper"] of Desert Edge HS (AZ) 2021 (AZ Select 17 Paynes) Competitive three man who works hard on defense, is a good passer and has a sneaky first step on the drive.   6’5 SF Ti Cochrane of PHH Prep (AZ) 2022 (AZ Select 17 Paynes) Three man who passes it real well and has a nice hesitation drive.   5’10 CG Andrew Deedon of Eagle HS (ID) 2023 (Idaho Premier 16) Combo guard who is a nice all-around player: solid ball handler and passer, ok shooter with range, effective penetrator and a decent defender.   5’11 CG Jacob Espinosa of Central HS (AZ) 2023 (PAL Elite 2021) Combo guard with a quality all-around skill set: handles it, good passer, shoots it ok with 3 range, has a sneaky first step.   5’11 PG [player_tooltip player_id="1111854" first="Drayson" last="Fisher"] of Meridian HS (ID) 2021 (Idaho Premier 2021) Point guard who is a solid ball handler and driver and a capable rebounder.   5’10 C6 Mathew Henige of Willow Canyon HS (AZ) 2024 (D1 Nation Arizona) Skilled and competitive combo guard who has a good feel and gets things accomplished.   6’4 SF/PF Tyler Hutton of Highland Prep (AZ) 2024 (D1 Nation) Combos forward with long arms who can shoot and rebound. Needs to develop bulk/strength. 6’3 SG Cade Jones of Valencia HS (CA) 2021 (Loopers Hoopers Elite) Shooting guard with a versatile game who can drive and shoot and has a floater and is also a decent rebounder.   6’4 SF [player_tooltip player_id="1180583" first="Marsai" last="Mason"] of Mountain Pointe HS (AZ) 2023 (AZ Select 16 Wilson) Three-man with long arms who can handle and pass and get to the bucket on the drive.       *6’0 CG JJ Mc Cain of PHH Prep (AZ) 2021 (AZ Select 17 Paynes) Combo guard who runs well, is a good passer and a strong driver who goes to the hoop very aggressively.   6’6 SF Ethan Pearce of Meridian HS (ID) 2022 (Idaho Premier 2022) Small forward who can handle, pass and drive and is a REAL hustler.   *6’0 SG [player_tooltip player_id="831129" first="Eric" last="Perkins"] of Deer Valley HS (AZ) 2023 (PAL Elite 2023) Two guard who runs real well and is an excellent passer and shoots it ok and rebounds ok.   5’9 PG [player_tooltip player_id="814527" first="Leonard" last="Romayor"] Jr of Brophy Prep (AZ) 2023 (Quantum Elite) Athletic one man who is consistently effective making plays in transition.   *6’8 PF/C [player_tooltip player_id="827037" first="Michael" last="Saba"] of Chaparral HS (AZ) 2022 (Quantum Elite) Combo post man with a versatile all-around game offensively who is also a solid rebounder. 5’6 PG [player_tooltip player_id="1014670" first="Ty" last="Sandoval"] of PHH Prep (AZ) 2023 (AZ Select 16 Wilson) One man with athleticism and burst and a nice first step who can really pass it.   *6’3 SG Johnny Simmons of Mountain View HS (AZ) 2023 (Tucson Trojans) Competitive guard who can makes plays or the break and is a solid driver in the half court.   *6’0 CG Talmage Stucki of Middleton HS (ID) 2023 (Idaho Premier 16) Combo guard with good ball handling and passing skills who shoots it real well with 3 range and is an effective driver/penetrator. 5’10 PG/SG Langston Taylor of Paraclete HS (CA) 2022 (Loopers Hoopers Elite) Real athletic guard with speed to burn who will “out -athlete” most everyone. 5’11 SG Ethan Testa of Mountain View HS (AZ) 2023 (Tucson Trojans) Shooting guard with nice all-around skills who knows how to play. 6’0 CG Jakob Thompson of Boise HS (ID) 2023 (Idaho Premier 16) Skilled combo guard who is an efficient ball handler and passer that makes plays in transition consistently.   5’8 PG [player_tooltip player_id="1177823" first="Steven" last="Tippit"] of Heritage Academy (AZ) 2024 (AZ Select I5 Aby) Athletic one move who runs real well, shoots it ok with 3 range and has a pull up game in the half court.   5’9 PG [player_tooltip player_id="1178338" first="Elijah" last="Velez"] of Desert Vista HS (AZ) 2024 (AZ Select 15 Aby) Athletic point guard with nice burst who can score at all three levels.   5’10 PG Isaiah Velez of Desert Vista HS (AZ) 2022 (AZ Select 17 Contreras) Fairly athletic one man who is effective in transition, can run a team and shoots it ok with 3 range.   6’5 SF Nate Wanjohi of Ironwood HS (AZ) 2024 (D1 Nation) Small forward who can handle, pass and drive it and pursues rebounds well. 6’1 G/W [player_tooltip player_id="1086408" first="Kamari" last="Webb"] of Taylor Made Prep (AZ) 2021 (PAL Elite 2021) Athletic guard/wing who gets in the lane consistently and can also score from all three levels. 6’2 CG [player_tooltip player_id="919687" first="Noah" last="White"] of Mountain View HS (ID) 2021 (Idaho Premier 2021) Strong and fairly athletic combo guard with solid handles and a nice hesitation move on the drive.   5’10 PG Cameron Williams of Rocky Mountain HS (ID) 2021 (Idaho Premier 2022) Point guard who runs the floor well and can handle, pass and shoot and makes plays in transition.   Names to note: (* indicates highest consideration)   6’0 G/W Trey Curry of Millenium HS (AZ) 2024 (AZ Select 15 Aby) 5’9 PG Damon Elijah of PHH prep (AZ 2022 (AZ Select 17 U Paynes) 5’10 CG Mark Bright of Willow Canyon HS (AZ) 2024 (D1 Nation) *6’2 SF/PF Max Gwilliam of Meridian HS (ID) 2023 (Idaho Premier 16U) 5’10 SG Jeremy Hernandez of Sunnyside HS (AZ) 2022 (Tucson Trojans) 5’9 PG Kohen Hill of Highland Prep (AZ) 2024 (D1 Nation Arizona) *6’3 W [player_tooltip player_id="1193877" first="Ryan" last="Jackson"] of Desert Ridge HS (AZ) 2024 (AZ Select 15 Aby) 6’1 CG Brendon Mc Dowell of Meridian HS (ID) 2021 (Idaho Premier 2021) *6’0 SG Damai Moultrie of North HS (AZ) 2024 (PAL Elite 2024) 6’3 SG DJ Jones of Valley Vista HS (AZ) 2023 (PAL Elite 2023) 6’3 G/W Jack Treasure of Pinnacle HS (AZ) 2023 (Quantum Elite) 6’4 CF [player_tooltip player_id="937192" first="Tyson" last="Wheeler"] of Chandler HS (AZ) 2023 (AZ Select 16 Wilson)