Ballin Under 1 Roof: Top SF’s
Ballin Under 1 Roof coverage continues with a look at the top performing SF’s from the event. Athleticism and rim protection were the common themes with this group as is the focus on underclassmen for this piece. Navarion Adams (2024) Nova…
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Continue ReadingBallin Under 1 Roof coverage continues with a look at the top performing SF’s from the event. Athleticism and rim protection were the common themes with this group as is the focus on underclassmen for this piece.
Navarion Adams (2024) Nova Village-Turner (Westerville North)
Adams was without a doubt the most athletic player on display in Louisville and he dominated above the rim. In two games watched, Adams likely had 6-7 dunks with multiple coming off of 2 feet. Elite bounce and vertical leaping ability. Since seeing him last, I was able to see Adams show more confidence with a perimeter shot and taking that shot when given to him. High ceiling prospect.
Jamian Jackson (2025) River City Hoops (Paxton School)
Jackson was one of the more defensively appeasing prospects I watched. Only 6-foot-1, Jackson has the speed and footwork of a guard and showed me potential of being a multi-position defender. Physical defender on the block and contests for rebounds. Offensively Jackson is a little raw still and will need to improve his play around the rim to impress coaches further.
Vytas Nausedas (2023) Bounce 17U
Nausedas brought two-way play that I was impressed with for Bounce. At 6-foot-5 he is a little bigger and stronger for a SF and battled on the blocks. Showed glimpses of being a SG with his shooting touch on the wing. The biggest concern with Nausedas is his post defense as he struggled to contain opposing bigs in the paint. With his size, he likely will be defending wings at the next level and would not need to defend the bigger defenders.
Jarrett Taylor Jarrett Taylor 6'5" | PF Uniontown Green | 2024 State OH (2024) Team Clutch (Green)
Taylor could technically be labeled either a SF or PF with his style of play. For these purposes, I positioned him as a wing due to his more athletic frame and build. Taylor brings rim protection potential with his longer wingspan and arms. His defensive mechanics are most impressive, but Taylor will need to continue to evolve his offensive game in order to gain further attention from coaches as he’s a little raw with his finishing.