IndyBall Shootout: Kyler’s Evals and Takeaways
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The IndyBall Shootout took place over the weekend and there was a ton of talent all located in the same place. Players from Indiana Elite, Kyle Guy Elite, EG10 , Grand Park Premier and more were all there so you…
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Continue ReadingThe IndyBall Shootout took place over the weekend and there was a ton of talent all located in the same place. Players from Indiana Elite, Kyle Guy Elite, EG10 , Grand Park Premier and more were all there so you got to see some high profile players from the state compete. Here are some evaluations and takeaways from myself that I saw over the weekend.
Butler put on a real impressive showing here at IndyBall. Even though he still struggles to run the floor due to his long size, he was real active on the defensive end and made it very difficult for players to score and even had a few blocks. Offensively, he used his size and length to score easy around the basket. He even showed his ability to stretch the floor if given the chance. If he can just continue to work on his speed and mobility, he could become a real force of a big guy.
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Gray was one of the quickest on-ball guards at IndyBall over the weekend. His ball handles are extremely tight and he can make many quick moves to get past his defender and get to the basket with ease. If he can get out and push the tempo, he will without hesitation.
Butcher was probably one of more naturally athletic players in the gym this weekend. Was real impressed with his craftiness with the ball and his ability to slice through the defense with smoothness. He is so good at creating off the dibble and was a knockdown shooter at times. One of the more underrated 2024s I saw this weekend.
Yeager is a brute of a player. He has legit size and strength and was able to use his body and play through contact. Can stretch the floor when given a chance but looks to be more of a post player long term. Would like to see him be just a little more aggressive and stop thinking as much as he does. With his size and strength, if he can develop a motor and willingness to grab every board he can be a major problem vs any team INB faces.
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Lovan is a shorter guard but is so quick when he has the ball in his hands. Plays with a high IQ and his handles were some of the best I saw all day as he was able to dribble the ball through anything that was thrown at him. His vision was excellent and was able to create offense for others. With his speed and handles, he really is someone that can carve up the defense and get an offense in rhythm.
Keenan Garner Keenan Garner 6'6" | PF Fishers | 2024 State IN – 6’6 2024 PF – Indiana Elite/Fishers: Whether he is an undersized power forward or a bigger guard, Garner is an extremely talented player. He is so versatile in how you can play him as he can score in the post or step out and shoot the outside jumper at a high level. He knows how to use his body and is not afraid to play explosive. Great handles for his size too. He has my vote for breakout player in the state this AAU season.
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Baker is a player that just looks better and better each time I see him. He may be shorter but his body is bigger than most guards. Does not make too many mistakes out there and is someone that you can trust to make a play for you. Was great on the defensive end and had a steal and score in the game I watched. He can play off the ball too and be such microwave scorer. Hit a buzzer beater as well this weekend.
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LaRavia was out here running with the newly formed Reps317 ‘ last=”] 2023 group and was the main man they ran through. He may not be quick, but he has natural size, length, and skill at his position and can score in so many ways. Has a strong first step from the wing and will take his man to the basket if given the chance. He can, and will, mix it up inside and out in most games.
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Tornatta is big post player with a high motor that hustles with whatever he does on the floor. He is a skilled left-hander around the basket and knows how to use his body and strength to make a play through contact. As a passing big, I think he still needs a little work on that end. He can be a walking double-double in any game he plays in. Real under-the-radar big.
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Waltson is a taller, lanky wing that can be real versatile and smooth. Love the composure in which he plays with and his IQ of when to make the right play. He is someone that can play on and off the ball at a good level and is just well-balanced with whatever he does. Love his game.
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Walters made the move over to Indiana Elite after playing with Grand Park Premier and from what I saw over the weekend, this looks a like a move that is really going to benefit him. While he still is way too passive when trying to score, he does all the little things so well and make the plays that wins games. He rebounds as much as he can and makes really good passes. He is very versatile with his style of play and can be plugged in any situation you need him. It takes one great game for schools to start offering and him being on Indiana Elite helps with that. He just needs to start scoring, that’s it.
Dunham was again as solid as you would imagine him to be. He runs the offense so well and is the guy on Indiana Elite that is probably always going to have the ball in his hands to start the offensive break. He does not make very many mistakes when on the ball and will create offense for himself or teammates. Think he is the glue that really holds this Indiana Elite 2024 team together. He did have his shoulder wrapped up so that is something to monitor.
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Mullins was one of the top 2025s in the gym this weekend. In the game In watched off his, he started off real aggressive scoring the first 5 points with a dunk and a three. When watching him, you can tell the game comes naturally to him just by his feel for the game. He is light on his feet and creates his own shot which makes him so special. Mullins is a name to watch for and should start getting a big amount of offers this summer.