<p>Which Class of 2024 prospects have the <em>best </em>chance to move up after this season is complete? An uninterrupted season should give these players a huge boost as we get things rolling. </p>
<p>Here are my picks...</p>
<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="1055719" first="Christian" last="Reid"]</strong> - <em>Mater Lakes Academy (PH. 17)</em></p>
<p>I think [player_tooltip player_id="1055719" first="Christian" last="Reid"] could in the top 12 or so after his sophomore season. The 6-foot-4 guard/forward has a mature frame for his age. Reid seems to utilize his size on the floor. I think his is where he has an edge. Reid averaged 15.8 points and nearly nine boards per game over at <strong>SLAM Miami</strong>. I look forward to watching him develop with the Bears. Watch out for <strong>[player_tooltip player_id="1163362" first="Ralph" last="Blanc"]</strong> (No. 61) as well. He should also be with the Bears after playing for SLAM. Blanc is a 6-foot-5 forward with long arms and good potential. Given his frame, his placement could have him moving up in short time.</p>
<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="1163357" first="Amare" last="Sanders"]</strong> - <em>Gulliver Prep (PH. 37)</em></p>
<p>[player_tooltip player_id="1163357" first="Amare" last="Sanders"] is a solid guard with good size (6’2) for Gulliver Prep. I’ve watched him a few times and come away impressed with his handle and vision on the floor. I think he’s playing on a hungry team under new head coach <strong>Ray Allen</strong>. Sanders should continue to grow and fill out to be a complete guard. I would not be surprised if he moves up closer to top 25.</p>
<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="1053915" first="Stone" last="Bureau"]</strong> - <em>Suncoast (PH. 16)</em></p>
<p>Bureau has the feel of a top 10 player up in Riviera Beach. I think he’s a smooth kid with the ball and will create plays for his teammates. I’m not sure if high school basketball keeps +/-, but I think Bureau will have much more plays in the green than the red.</p>
<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="1163388" first="Kaiden" last="Francis"]</strong> - <em>South Plantation (PH. 90)</em></p>
<p>Francis helped the Paladins to a 9-3 record last season. The near 6-foot guard has good ball skill and can score from all three levels. I like his confidence as I’ve seen him shoot from anywhere on the court. Could easily move up 25 or more spots.</p>
<p>[player_tooltip player_id="1055700" first="Braylon" last="Burbridge"] - Miami Palmetto (PH. 42)</p>
<p>Burbridge is just one of those kids I like on the floor. I think he plays with confidence and poise with the ball in his hands. The 6-foot guard has a nice handle and strong first step when looking to attack. He should have plenty of opportunity with Palmetto. Burbridge could move into the top 30 or better.</p>
<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="1055725" first="Clarence" last="Burts"]</strong> - <em>Miami Norland (PH. 36)</em></p>
<p>Burts played well down the stretch for the Vikings. The 6-foot-2 guard has good athleticism and shooting range. Burts shot 44 percent from beyond the arc. He should produce at a higher volume this season.</p>
<p><strong><em>For any South Florida Prep Hoops news or information...please contact Michael Costeines @Steins_23 on Instagram or follow him on Twitter @Mungertown_Mike23</em></strong></p>
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