Breakdown Tip-Off: Jack’s AAAA/AAA Standouts
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The Breakdown Tip-Off featured several of the state’s top programs and that left us with some breakout performers. Here are the top seven prospects I saw from classes 4A and 3A. Jayden Moore MN #2 PG #1 HEIGHT 6'0" POS…
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Continue ReadingThe Breakdown Tip-Off featured several of the state’s top programs and that left us with some breakout performers. Here are the top seven prospects I saw from classes 4A and 3A.
Jayden went off on Saturday, carrying his team to the win over Jefferson. The freshman guard turned in 31 points, scoring in all kinds of ways. He scored from all three levels, attacking larger defenders for some tough finishes, pulling up off of the dribble in the mid-range, as well as knocking down some deep three-pointers. He did not only score though, as he also accumulated 10 rebounds and 6 assists. Moore is truly a special prospect who has a great feel for the game and he continues to prove exactly why with performances like these.
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Everyone knows how athletic Daniel is and how much of a perimeter threat he is, but he really impressed me scoring the ball inside on Saturday as he was even posting up at times. He was able to show off his strength and touch around the basket, backing defenders down and absorbing contact. He was also able to run in transition and convert some nice finishes at full speed. Freitag finished the tight loss with a game-high 36 points and dominated the contest offensively. Jefferson will look to get back on track with games against Rosemount and rival Bloomington Kennedy this week.
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Lakeville North is off to a hot start and Nolan led his team to the win on Saturday. The Wisconsin commit scored a game-high 18 points, knocking down several shots in the catch-and-shoot, as well as grabbing some offensive rebounds for second chance buckets. He finished the huge win with 11 rebounds and picked up 4 blocks as well. He is so confident with the ball in hands and his shooting stroke is one of the smoothest I have ever seen. The three-star prospect has also impressed me with the intensity he has been playing with as of late.
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Zy’Ierre impressed me both with scoring the ball, but also with his defensive presence and playmaking abilities. The junior guard was never the biggest player on the floor, but impacted the game in so many ways for his team. He came away with some important steals and was even able to show off his athleticism with a fast break dunk in the second half. Stewart had some other impressive finishes at the rim, rising up over larger defenders or relying on a floater further away from the basket. Zy’Ierre looks to have solidified himself as an important part of this Totino-Grace squad attempting to go back-to-back.
Anthony has had a solid start to the season scoring the ball for Hopkins. He scored 23 points after coming off of a 33 point performance last week. He is one of the top shooters in this sophomore class and connected with several three-pointers from the corner. He also attacked the rim with no fear, drawing contact from defenders and getting to the line. It has been evident this season that Smith has taken that next step as a scorer. Hopkins is off to a solid 3-1 start and will look to start a new winning streak as they take on St. Louis Park on Tuesday.
Hudson played amazing on Saturday and was a key reason Lakeville North took down Totino-Grace. He scored 17 points with those baskets coming from all three levels as he knocked down multiple three-pointers and mid-range shots, along with some drives to the baskets and a pair of dunks that gave his team the momentum. He is a necessary piece for any great team with the edge and fire he brings when he is on the floor. Vaith and the Panthers have some tough matchups on deck as they head to #10 Wayzata on Tuesday and will take on #1 Park Center on Saturday.
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Marcus played a key role off of the bench for Jefferson in their matchup with Hopkins. The sophomore guard hit several shots late in the game when his team needed it, keeping the Jaguars in the game until the very end. He ended the game with 13 points, stepping up when called upon. He also served as a lead ball handler and helped bring the ball up the floor at times. Jefferson has had two tough matchups to start the season but will look to rebound on Tuesday versus Rosemount.