Names To Know In 2024

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As we get closer to the start of high school basketball here in NorCal. Here we have 2024 prospects who should be ready to contribute to their teams in a big way.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1119260' first='Marcel' last='Pierre Louise'] 6'5 Forward of Head-Royce HS. A hard working forward who'll go get rebounds out of his area, and defend bigger players in the paint because of his strength and effort. He'll get most of his point working in the post. He can hit short jumpers in the corner and free throw area. He has good movement, he runs the court, and he plays hard. He'll shoot a 3ptr if open.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1253221' first='Jaeden' last='Hutchinson'] 6'7 Forward of Half Moon Bay HS</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This could be the season Hutchinson raises his game to another level. At 6'7 he has a basketball body with square shoulders, muscles, and good length, plus he jumps well. He has good strength, and balance going up in the paint. He can use a dribble or two to get to the rim. He's a triple threat at the high post. His points and rebounding numbers should go up this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1382882' first='Steven' last='Emeneke'] 6'9 Post of Woodside Priory HS. He's showing improvement as a post player. At 6'9 he's a double, double guy at this level. He's stronger with improving foot work in the post. He has a jump hook, and can hit the paint jumper. He'll attempt a transition 3ptr if it's there, he'll run the court. He has some rim protection qualities.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1256639' first='Wesley' last='Payne'] 6'6 Forward Central Catholic. He has an improving skill set in the post area, good foot work, and vision passing from the high and low post. He shows good patience, and balance trying to score on defenders in the paint. He's a solid rebounder who runs the court hard. He's added a 3 point shot to his game. He's a hard working post defender, who'll go after blocks.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1420900' first='Reuben' last='Lewis'] 6'5 Forward of Thomas Downey HS. We like the length on Lewis, his long arms helps him get deflections, take away passing lanes and haul in rebounds at a good rate. He's a player that shows some versatility. He can handle, pass and finish in the open court. He has the foot-speed to guard from the post to the perimeter, and defend multiple positions.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1510894' first='Koleton' last='Fenton'] 6'5 Forward of Miramonte. He'll be a solid contributor for this team. He shows good fundamental skills and strength working in and around the post area. He's strong, has good balance, along with good passing and screening. He roll towards the basket showing good hands to catch and finish in the paint. He'll get rebounds.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1510901' first='Gregory' last='Piotrowski'] 6'6 Post of Franklin HS. He's a big body post player still figuring out how to play this game. He has the body to be a low post scoring threat. He passes and screens well to help shooters and cutters. He's made good strides playing in a competitive environment this Past Summer. He'll get his points and rebounds for this team.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->