Big 3’s
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The term big 3 has been widely used at least since the Celtics went with Paul Pierce, Ray Allen and Kevin Garnett. The term still applies today as many teams, at all levels, have their own version of a Big…
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Continue ReadingThe term big 3 has been widely used at least since the Celtics went with Paul Pierce, Ray Allen and Kevin Garnett. The term still applies today as many teams, at all levels, have their own version of a Big 3. Let’s look at some Big 3’s that have been brought up recently in Michigan.
NORTH FARMINGTON
Hurst is a special athlete, but above all else, he’s a basketball player through and through. He’s one of the most dangerous pure scorers in the state and nobody would be shocked if he collected some big name hardware at the end of the season.
I’ve been high on Jackson’s game for a while now. I really believe that he’s one of the best pure passers in the state. Jackson has beautiful touch and precision when he dishes the ball. He’s that kind of point guard that can pass a teammate open.
Spratt is one of the fastest rising prospects in the state. He has a very nice jumper and he can really start to groove it. Spratt is strong and versatile, making him a really tough matchup for opponents.
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BYRON CENTER
Brock is fun to watch. He flat out brings it every night. You can tell by watching him how important the game is to him. Brock is an elite athlete that can fill it up with his jumper as well as finish with force at the rim.
Karel is an exciting and intriguing prospect. If you simply call him a 4, he’s one of the best and most talented in the state. But I really see the potential for him to be a high level combo forward. He can attack offensively from the paint and the perimeter.
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Heagle is one of the more underrated forwards/wings in the state. He can get up off the floor in a hurry and has good feet that never seem to weigh him down. Heagle keeps a lot of balls alive around the rim.
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IDA
Take my word on this, if you haven’t seen Robertson play, you need to take advantage of any opportunity. He’s a terrifically efficient lead guard the excels when playing with a quality big. He’s a very good shooter with definite 3 point range.
It’s nice to see Diedrich back. This young man has game. College coaches take note, he’s a skilled post player with soft feet, touch, and tons of upside. He’s a more than legit next level player.
Kirby Carsten
Kirby Carsten
Carsten is a talented basketball player that will be more than key in the success of his Ida team this year. He does a good job of playing chest to chest defense, keeping his hands in the right position. Carsten has a nice jumper and bury a triple at any time.
WATERVLIET
Pleyer has already more than proven himself varsity basketball ready. He’s an elite player in the class of 2026. Pleyer has a nice combination of athleticism and basketball IQ.
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Kaiden Bierhalter Kaiden Bierhalter 6'3" | SF Watervliet | 2024 State MI
Kaiden Bierhalter Kaiden Bierhalter 6'3" | SF Watervliet | 2024 State MI
Bierhalter is a name that we should get to know. He’s a solid all around athlete and a 2 way player for Watervliet. Bierhalter can get hot from behind the arc and is a game changer with it when he does.
Tyson Williams
Tyson Williams
Williams does a nice job controlling pace from the wing. He has a solid jumper that he can hit from multiple spots on the floor. In what seems to be Watervliet fashion, he brings energy to both ends.