Class of 2023: Top Wing Players (Part II)
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Prep Hoops Missouri just released its newly updated Class of 2023 rankings. Here is a look at the second group of top wing players in the Class of 2023. Jayden Nicholson Jayden Nicholson 6'4" | SG St Louis Christian |…
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Continue ReadingPrep Hoops Missouri just released its newly updated Class of 2023 rankings. Here is a look at the second group of top wing players in the Class of 2023.
Jayden Nicholson Jayden Nicholson 6'4" | SG St Louis Christian | 2023 State MO 6’4″ Vashon: A powerfully built wing player who will join a talented group of big wing players at Vashon this season. The lefty is physically strong and will attack the basket and finish inside with authority. He also has a feathery shooting touch from 3-point range off the catch. He played with a loaded MoKan Elite 16U squad during the summer.
Rico Coleman Rico Coleman 6'4" | SG Charleston | 2023 State MO 6’3″ Charleston: An athletic wing player who is one of the most dynamic players in Southeast Missouri. A starter since his freshman year, he is an excellent slashing threat with the ability to finish above the rim and in traffic. He can swoop in for offensive rebounds, chase down blocks and into the passing lanes for steals on the full court press.
Justin Duff Justin Duff 6'2" | SG Desmet | 2023 State MO 6’3″ DeSmet: The junior sharpshooter played a key role in the Spartans advancing to the Class 5 state quarterfinals as a sophomore. He has a solid build to go along with his nice stroke from 3-point range. He played during the summer with the Brad Beal Elite 16U squad. He is also more aggressive at attacking the basketball with his improved strength and athleticism.
Devin Conley Devin Conley 6'1" | PG Pembroke Hill | 2023 State MO 6’2″ Pembroke Hill (pictured): A talented scoring guard who excels off the ball with his long distance shooting and creativity with the basketball. He is also a strong playmaker who can find the open man and thread the needle with his passing. He also displayed some explosive athleticism during his excellent summer season with Mentality by Michael Watson. He has also been a big playmaker on the football field this fall.
Marqueas Bell Marqueas Bell 6'2" | SG Park Hill | 2023 State MO 6’3″ Park Hill: The talented wing was one of the state’s top sixth men last season as he provided instant offense off the bench for the Trojans. The long and lean lefty averaged 10 points a game as he displayed scoring ability from all three levels. With a host of seniors graduating from an excellent squad, he will have much more responsibility on offense, but he has the talent to handle it. He played with KC Run GMC during the summer grassroots season.
Javaris Moye Javaris Moye 6'4" | SG Kirkwood | 2023 State MO 6’4″ Kirkwood: A very talented offensive player who can play the game at several different speeds while being able to get buckets at all three levels. He can break defenders down with the blow by or he can lull them to sleep with a hesitation dribble. He is also a capable 3-point shooter who will throw down a dunk in traffic on occasion. He had a big summer with the Gateway/Knights 16U squad.
Isaac Byrd 6’5″ Gallatin: A hidden gem in Northwest Missouri, the talented wing player plays virtually every position on the floor for his Class 2 team. He’s a smooth ball handler with poise and the ability to score off the dribble from 3-point range. He’s also his team’s primary facilitator on offense as he makes his teammates better. He played with 816 Hoops during the summer.
AK Rael AK Rael 6'5" | SG Strafford | 2023 State MO 6’4″ Strafford: An impressive all-purpose player who wears many different hats for his team. He’s long and agile with a long stride when he attacks the basket to score. He can post up inside and get buckets against smaller guards or he can take over out front as a playmaker with his passing, ball handling and perimeter shooting. He is also a solid offensive rebounder. He played with Yanders Law 16Us during the summer.