PH Top 250: All-Event Standouts to Watch

After an assortment of talented players from all across the Bluegrass State faced off in the Prep Hoops Top 250 Expo at the MidAmerica Sports Center in Louisville, it's time to highlight some of the most impactful prospects that made their presence known in the gym this past Saturday. After revealing my all-event first team and all-event second team, it's time to breakdown some more playmakers that are worth keeping an eye on. Without any further ado, here's my list of some all-event standouts in Kentucky to watch for on the court.    At the top of my list of notable performers is [player_tooltip player_id='1587725' first='Sam' last='Wilson'], a 5-foot-10 shooting guard at Bullitt East High School. In addition to outstanding size, speed and versatility, what makes Wilson so efficient is his overall explosiveness on both sides of the floor, proving he can sink pull-up jumpers from anywhere on the court and force turnovers on the other side. Another aspect of Wilson's game that made a difference was his ability to drive to the rim, quickly get back on defense and his ability to shut down long-range shots from up top.    I am additionally impressed with [player_tooltip player_id='2118425' first='Mason' last='Miles'], a 6-foot-1 combo guard at Holy Cross High School. What impressed me most about Miles is his strong footwork, precise passing and ball movement around the perimeter, showcasing his selfless playstyle and ability to support his teammates. With great ball control, Miles utilized his solid footwork and sudden movement to avoid pressure and drive past the defense to the rim. Miles also impressed defensively due to his ability to pressure shooters from up top and shut down passing.    Claiming the number three spot on my list is [player_tooltip player_id='1543591' first='Bryten' last='Close'], a 6-foot-7 center at Taylor County High School. Close was highly impactful in the paint, blasting the opposing team on both sides of the court with his commanding strength, solid wingspan and ability to consistently collect second-chance opportunities. On top of utilizing his speed and toughness to muscle his way to the rim for layups, Close stood out with his ability to overwhelm players underneath the basket, swat dangerous shots and contribute physical defense down low.    Another skilled prospect to keep an eye on is [player_tooltip player_id='2175420' first='Luke' last='Idlett'], a 5-foot-10 point guard at Bowling Green High School. With excellent size, speed and quickness in transition, Idlett contributed major firepower to his team from the top of the key. What I liked most about Idlett's playstyle was his composure, ball control and organization, showing off his smart decision-making and ability to move the ball around. Idlett also impressed me with his ability to sink crucial baskets along the perimeter and hustle in the paint with his ability to score layups.    Coming in at number five on my list of difference-makers is Clarence Brown, a 5-foot-10 small forward at Fort Knox High School. In addition to a strong handle on the ball, Brown stood out due to his electric quickness and selfless playstyle, making smart passes and calculated shots from all over the floor. On the other side of the court, Brown applied significant defensive pressure and impressed me with his ability to overwhelm the opposing offense, shut down scoring from down low with his aggression, and his ability to steal the ball.

After an assortment of talented players from all across the Bluegrass State faced off in the Prep Hoops Top 250 Expo at the MidAmerica Sports Center in Louisville, it's time to highlight some of the most impactful prospects that made their presence known in the gym this past Saturday. After revealing my all-event first team and all-event second team, it's time to breakdown some more playmakers that are worth keeping an eye on. Without any further ado, here's my list of some all-event standouts in Kentucky to watch for on the court.