2022 Under the Radar Players Off to Hot Starts

<p>The basketball season is in full swing with teams across the state having success early in the year. The 2022 class has gotten off to a strong start, especially the ones flying under the radar. Here are some of the 2022 under the radar prospects who are off to hot starts.</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="1013082" first="Luke" last="Farrell"], 6’6 SF/PF St. Rose</strong></p> <p>Farrell has been a consistent force for the Purple Roses this season as he has been their go-to guy on offense. The 6’6 forward has a strong frame which he uses to finish through contact around the basket. Farrell is more than just a slasher as he can also score in the mid-range and a good passer. He is a strong rebounder with three straight double-doubles to start the season and is a good post defender. Farrell’s ability to impact the game in multiple ways is something that will help St. Rose as the season progresses.</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="901979" first="Nate" last="Williams"], 6’4 SG St. John Vianney</strong></p> <p>Williams has been an absolute scoring machine for the Lancers as he is averaging 35 points per game over his last three. The 6’4 guard has a confident shooting stroke and makes opponents pay for giving him space on the perimeter. Williams is more than shooter as he can also beat his defender off the bounce and get to the rim. He is an underrated passer and plays with quick hands on the defensive end. Williams has been lighting up the scoreboard recently and should continue to put up big scoring numbers as the season progresses.</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="1146360" first="Justin" last="Rivera"], 5’10 PG Raritan</strong></p> <p>Rivera got his season started off in a big way for the Rockets and is looking to carry it over into the new year. The 5’10 guard has a quick release on his jumper and can get hot from distance in a hurry. Rivera moves well off the ball, setting himself up for open layups and jumpers. He does not force the issue in the half court and runs the offense efficiently. Rivera is a shooter who will help Raritan in key situations as the Rockets look to make a deep postseason run.</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="901968" first="Aidan" last="Anderson"], 6’2 SG Lenape</strong></p> <p>Anderson has had a breakout senior season as he is the top scorer for a highly ranked Lenape team. The 6’2 guard is at his best attacking the basket as he is a good finisher and does not mind drawing contact. Anderson can also score in the mid-range and has a great chemistry with Rutgers signee <strong>[player_tooltip player_id="850667" first="Derek" last="Simpson"]</strong>. He is a strong rebounder for a guard and is an underrated defender. Anderson is a talented guard prospect who will continue to put up big numbers for Lenape.</p> <p><strong>George Mitchell, SF Keyport</strong></p> <p>Mitchell has had a strong start to the season and should carry over his play into the upcoming year. The dual-sport athlete knows how to get position down low and can finish around the basket. Mitchell draws contact with consistency and has a nice touch on his free throws. He is a strong rebounder and is an underrated passer out of the post. Mitchell is a versatile forward prospect who is in the middle of a breakout season for Keyport.</p>