D1 And D2 Regional Finals: Predictions And Stars
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It’s time for the regional finals and we’re down to the best of the best. I’m going to give you my predictions for the Division 1 and Division 2 games and a star player from each game. DIVISION 1 HAMTRAMCK…
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Continue ReadingIt’s time for the regional finals and we’re down to the best of the best. I’m going to give you my predictions for the Division 1 and Division 2 games and a star player from each game.
DIVISION 1
HAMTRAMCK VS. ORCHARD LAKE ST. MARY’S
Prediction: Orchard Lake St. Mary’s
Star Player:
Trey McKenney (2025, SG, Orchard Lake St. Mary’s)
McKenney has already shown that he’s an elite talent on a national scale. He’s a true 3 level scorer that can really leave his mark in this game against a top notch defensive team.
WARREN DE LA SALLE VS. MACOMB DAKOTA
Prediction: Warren De La Salle
Star Player:
Tamario Adley Tamario Adley 6'0" | SG De La Salle | 2022 State MI (2022, PG, Warren De La Salle)
Adley is super quick and explosive coming out of the backcourt. When he turns the corner on his defender – Watch out.
GRAND RAPIDS NORTHVIEW VS. HOLLAND WEST OTTAWA
Prediction: Grand Rapids Northview
Star Player:
Kyler Vanderjagt Kyler Vanderjagt 6'4" | 195 lbs | SF Northview | 2022 State MI (2022, SG, Northview)
Vanderjagt has put together a Mr. Basketball type of season. He has a ton of positional strength and can play a physical or finesse game, whichever is needed.
KALAMAZOO CENTRAL VS. OKEMOS
Prediction: Kalamazoo Central
Star Player:
Thomas Dillard Iv Thomas Dillard Iv 6'4" | SF Kalamazoo Central | 2022 State MI (2022, SF, Kalamazoo Central)
Dillard’s defense will rule the day. I always talk about his D, but don’t forget, he’s getting buckets through the playoffs as well.
PETOSKEY VS. GRAND BLANC
Prediction: Grand Blanc
Star Player:
Tae Boyd Tae Boyd 6'3" | SF Grand Blanc | 2023 State MI (2023, SF, Grand Blanc)
Boyd is finding his rhythm and that’s dangerous for his opponents. Boyd can get out in the open floor and finish with flare.
CLARKSTON VS. DETROIT CATHOLIC CENTRAL
Prediction: Detroit Catholic Central
Star Player:
Cooper Craggs Cooper Craggs 6'7" | PF Novi Catholic Central | 2022 State MI (2022, F, Detroit Catholic Central)
Craggs is one of the most versatile players in the state on both ends of the floor. He’s a tough matchup for any team statewide.
BELLEVILLE VS. ROMULUS
Prediction: Belleville
Star Player:
Mario Johnson Mario Johnson 6'4" | SG Belleville | 2022 State MI (2022, G/F, Belleville)
Johnson can score and he can do it quickly. He has a fast first step and can get his defender on his hip.
BROWNSTOWN WOODHAVEN VS. DETROIT CASS TECH
Prediction: Detroit Cass Tech
Star Player:
Terrance Broughton Terrance Broughton 6'0" | PG Cass Tech | 2022 State MI (2022, PG, Detroit Cass Tech)
Broughton transferring in helped take Cass Tech to a whole new level. He’s a fast guard that can play effectively at that speed. Broughton has the ability to mesh nicely no matter who is in the backcourt with him.
DIVISION 2
WHITEHALL VS. GRAND RAPIDS CATHOLIC CENTRAL
Prediction: Grand Rapids Catholic Central
Star Player:
Kaden Brown Kaden Brown 5'10" | PG Grand Rapids Catholic Central | 2023 State MI (2023, PG, Grand Rapids Catholic Central)
Brown has been playing superb basketball, especially as of late. If he continues to shoot and handle like this, I’m not sure GRCC can be beaten.
BENTON HARBOR VS. EDWARDSBURG
Prediction: Benton Harbor
Star Player:
Trucel Singleton Trucel Singleton 6'0" | CG Benton Harbor | 2022 State MI (2022, PG, Benton Harbor)
Singleton can break down a defense in isolation and the open floor. He can create looks at the rim and scoring opportunities for his teammates.
FERNDALE VS. DETROIT PERSHING
Prediction: Ferndale
Star Player:
Treyvon Lewis Treyvon Lewis 6'5" | SF Ferndale | 2022 State MI (2022, SF, Ferndale)
Lewis is a terrific athlete that’s so tough to stop when he gets downhill on the wing. Lewis has the body control needed to make tough plays look easy.
PONTIAC NOTRE DAME PREP VS. GOODRICH
Prediction: Pontiac Notre Dame Prep
Star Player:
Jacob Tuttle Jacob Tuttle 6'1" | CG Notre Dame Prep | 2024 State MI (2024, CG, Pontiac Notre Dame Prep)
Tuttle is an underrated all around athlete that moves well around the court. He’s a terrific spot up shooter that can be a game changer when he hits a groove.
LANSING CATHOLIC VS. WILLIAMSTON
Prediction: Williamston
Star Player:
Mason Docks Mason Docks PG Williamston | 2022 State MI (2022, PG, Williamston)
If you’ve seen a team slow Mason Docks Mason Docks PG Williamston | 2022 State MI this season, I’d like to see the video. He’s quick as a bug and handles the rock with precision. Docks is a state title type lead guard.
ROMULUS SUMMIT ACADEMY VS. DETROIT EDISON
Prediction: Romulus Summit Academy
Star Player:
Dontez Scott Dontez Scott 6'0" | PG Summit Academy North | 2024 State MI (2024, PG, Romulus Summit Academy)
Scott hit his groove mid season and hasn’t looked back. His handles are terrific and he seems to penetrate the lane at will.
ESCANABA VS. CADILLAC
Prediction: Escanaba
Star Player:
Colin Hudson Colin Hudson 6'8" | SF Escanaba | 2022 State MI (2022, SF, Escanaba)
Hudson is a huge reason why I picked Escanaba. His ability to effect the game from so many different spots on the floor is tough to overcome.
FREELAND VS. FLINT HAMADY
Prediction: Flint Hamady
Star Player:
Jakobie Boose (2024, SG, Flint Hamady)
Boose is part of young and talented core at Flint Hamady. The longer they play, the better and more confident they get. That confidence with a player like Boose can be dangerous for opponents.