EYBL Session I By The Numbers: DMV Scorers 16U
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Session I of EYBL took place in Emerson, GA this weekend and I was on the scene to take in some of the best high schools prospects in the world. Fortunately, there are plenty of highly rated prospects here in…
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Continue ReadingSession I of EYBL took place in Emerson, GA this weekend and I was on the scene to take in some of the best high schools prospects in the world. Fortunately, there are plenty of highly rated prospects here in the Baltimore and DMV area, so watching Team Takeover , Team Durant and Team Melo at various age levels can come with plenty of work. For this article, we’ll take a look at some of the top DMV scorers as told by the numbers.
PPG: 18.7
Shooting Splits: 57.4/37.5/76.9
It was a major weekend for Ward as the 6’6 versatile wing put college programs on notice of his versatility at both ends. More importantly, he can put the ball in the basket at a high level. His ability to grab-and-go off the defensive rebound and put pressure on the rim at his size caught attention from not only power five programs, but blue bloods as well. Georgetown’s new staff extended an offer and I fully expect several offers to follow in the next week.
PPG: 16.2
Shooting Splits: 47.6/57.1/100 (5-5)
Dixon is another DMV prospect who spent the weekend raising his stock. The 6’4 combo guard showcases his ability to run the show from the point guard position while providing balance as a scorer and distributor. Moreover, he’s efficiency from three off the bounce speaks how lethal of an overall shot-maker he is. Dixon plays with tremendous pace and makes the correct reads in transition that result in quick buckets. Providence and St. Joe’s (PA) are the two programs that offered Dixon following Session I.
Kiyan Anthony | Team Melo
PPG: 15.2
Shooting Splits: 43.1/33.3/63
It’s fun to watch the similarities that have surfaced over the last few years in Anthony’s game that mirror his father Carmelo’s. The way in which he gets to his spots in the mid-range off of 2-to-3 dribbles, pulls the trigger in face-up scenarios and his ability to draw contact on trips to the rim were the bright spots for a Team Melo 16s squad that struggled to find their footing. His best outing came against Mean Streets where he dropped 26 points and grabbed five boards.
Christian Gurdak Christian Gurdak 6'9" | C Gonzaga | 2025 State #156 Nation MD | Team Takeover
PPG: 14.4
Shooting Splits: 60.9/-/64
Gurdak was a bully inside from start to finish last weekend as the 6’9-6’10 big man showcased his brute strength to convert on the majority of his touches on the block. If he wasn’t power dribbling his way to the middle of the paint and finishing over his shoulder, he was battling for inside position and capitalizing after corralling the offensive board.
Alier Maluk | Team Durant
PPG: 11.7
Shooting Splits: 42/25/42.9
Maluk was starred on plenty of college coach’s programs coming into last weekend because of his size at 6’11, plus length and his soft touch. Maluk may have not had his best showing in terms of percentage numbers, but he thrived with turnarounds in the mid-post area. If he can improve on his efficiency in Session II, all of the other intangibles that he brings to the table should have more power five programs throwing offers his way.
PPG: 11.2
Shooting Splits: 36.2/26.7/66.7
Wadley’s name is already on the national radar after a productive freshman campaign at Bishop O’Connell that followed with an invite to Team USA Minicamp. Playing up on the 16s, the 6’4 guard was aggressive in getting into his shots. Whether it was straight off the catch or using 1-to-2 dribbles before pulling up in the mid-range, Wadley is always looking to make his impact with his shooting. His upside is clear, but as time progresses it will be ideal for himself and for his team to see those shooting percentages improve, which ultimately gives a better snapshot of just how talented of a prospect that he is.
Akbar Waheed | Team Durant
PPG: 10.2
Shooting Splits: 66.7/58.3/75
Waheed had his best game of the weekend when several college coaches were along the baseline and as a result, they took note of his ability to shoot the ball at an efficient clip. The 6’5 sophomore churned in 22 points on 7-of-11 shooting and 4-of-7 from deep in a win over TSF. He has a fluid shooting stroke that combined with his size, makes for an intriguing prospect for MM-HM programs to track as we move into Session II.