5 NYC Sophomores Making a Name for Themselves in the Playoffs
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With the NYC playoffs under full swing, here are 5 sophomore players that are proving they can play ball at the next level. Jean Flavio (Brooklyn Collegiate, 5’10, guard)- Flavio is flying around the court at all times. Despite his…
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Continue ReadingWith the NYC playoffs under full swing, here are 5 sophomore players that are proving they can play ball at the next level.
Jean Flavio (Brooklyn Collegiate, 5’10, guard)- Flavio is flying around the court at all times. Despite his size, Flavio does not fear contact in ant capacity with anyone. Flavio love to jump into passing lanes and take the ball coast to coast. Flavio uses his speed and quickness to get involved in every transition play. Flavio has a quick release on his jumpshot and projects to be deadly out there as time goes on.
Brandon Margolin (Xaverian, 6’4, Forward)- Margolin, as the kids say, is an absolute “dog”. Margolin uses his wide frame to muscle his way into the paint and clean up any mess that has been left behind. Margolin plays a disciplined brand of basketball, he has control over his body and makes moves with clear intentions. Margolin has a very tight handle and a nice crossover. Margolin shows no signs of being a ‘me first player’ and looks like he could fit into any program.
Hao Chen Hao Chen 6'5" | SF St Francis Prep | 2025 State NY (St. Francis Prep, 6’5, Guard/Forward)- On the offensive side of the ball Chen has the fundamentals down, he can dribble, pass, shoot and move without the ball. Chen has a smoove mid range game and finds ways to scrounge up good looks off of sneaky cuts and hustle plays. Chen is not a primary ball handler but he shows real potential as a passer, often finding his teammates through inventive bounce passes. On the defensive side of the ball, Chen knows where he is supposed to be and when. He uses his big frame to help box out defender and play the team rebounding game.
Nigel Moore Nigel Moore 6'0" | CG St Francis Prep | 2025 State NY (St. Francis Prep, 6’0, Guard)- Moore has a fantastic jump shot. If the opposing team gives more even a second of day light, his teammates are going to find him and the ball will find the bottom of the net. Moore is an off-ball guard that loves to come off of pindowns. Moore knows that his shooting ability causes opposing defenders to gaurd him close and has developed a driving game as a result. Moore does not have the largest frame but he posses some sneaky strength that he uses to get buckets in the paint.
Vere Anthony Vere Anthony 6'1" | PG St Francis Prep | 2025 State #300 Nation NY (St. Francis Prep, 6’1, Guard)- Anthony understands that within every game of basketball there is also a chess match happening. Anthony has a great ability to see the floor and looks to exploit mismatches. Anthony is a tough and strong player that never tries to do anything too fancy, he seems to be more interested in efficiency. Anthony has a silky jumpshot and a nice finishing package around the rim. On the defensive end, nothing comes easy against Anthony. He looks to poke the ball away, get into passing lanes and deny the ball.