Top 250 Expo: SD ’24s Watchlist

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The long-awaited Dakotas Top 250 Expo is only a week away! This year, PHD is having two sessions (Saturday &amp; Sunday). The dates of the events are October 7th and October 8th. The 2nd session on Sunday is full but Session 1 still has openings, <a href="https://events.prephoops.com/e/900/register/dakotas-top-250-expo-session-1">CLICK HERE</a> to register for Saturday's event. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>For this article, we looked at the 2024 South Dakota players who are coming to the Expo on Sunday. We have 15 ballers on our watchlist. Below we are commenting about them as players and why we want to watch them at the Expo.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1511372,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2022/07/PlayerWatchlistNDSD.jpg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2022/07/PlayerWatchlistNDSD.jpg?w=865" alt="" class="wp-image-1511372" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1351868"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"u003cspan style=u0022text-decoration: underlineu0022u003eu003cemu003eWHY?u003c/emu003eu003c/spanu003e I believe that Atwood is ready for a blockbuster senior season. This event will give me a glimpse of what to expect this winter. Two years ago he stood out to me with his 3-point shooting. This past season, Atwood evolved his game and became a shot blocker and a consistent dunker. Andrew led the Watchdogs in WHAMs this past season. I am excited to see Atwood finish above the rim on Sunday. 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Expect many triples from Irey.","_player_evaluations_1_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_2_player":["1725470"],"_player_evaluations_2_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_2_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_2_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_2_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_2_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_2_evaluation":"u003cspan style=u0022text-decoration: underlineu0022u003eu003cemu003eWHY?u003c/emu003eu003c/spanu003e I watched him last winter with the Bulldogs and I was very impressed with his rebounding and defense. I want to see Jensen matchup with some of the top North Dakota players and see if he can shut them down. This summer, I was impressed with Jensen's athleticism, he covers a ton of ground and he can jump out of the gym. Jensen is a do-it-all player and I want to see him finish above the rim at the Expo. 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I like his aggressiveness, he always seems to be in u0022attack modeu0022. Will he do the same thing at the Expo when playing with new players? Wildung can score through contact around the hoop but also stretch the floor with triples. Jaxson is a playmaker off the bounce. I am looking forward to seeing Wildung ball out again.","_player_evaluations_5_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_6_player":["1493897"],"_player_evaluations_6_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_6_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_6_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_6_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_6_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_6_evaluation":"u003cspan style=u0022text-decoration: underlineu0022u003eu003cemu003eWHY?u003c/emu003eu003c/spanu003e He will likely be one of the most skilled PG's at the event. Jet is known as a selfless leader, a creator, distributor, and a smart player. He can also score the rock in a variety of ways. I am interested to see how his 3-point shot looks. I want to see if Janvrin looks for his own shot or he is looking to set up others. I am expecting him to look good, that is for sure! Jet is a baller with a great feel for the game.","_player_evaluations_6_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_7_player":["1266225"],"_player_evaluations_7_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_7_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_7_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_7_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_7_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_7_evaluation":"u003cspan style=u0022text-decoration: underlineu0022u003eu003cemu003eWHY?u003c/emu003eu003c/spanu003eu003cemu003e u003c/emu003eHe is jack of all trades, a gifted athlete, hard worker, and a winner. I am interested in seeing his shot from three-point land and how he defends against some of the top ND ballers. Fast is a tough and gritty defender, it will be fun to see him lock horns with talented scorers.","_player_evaluations_7_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_8_player":["1266269"],"_player_evaluations_8_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_8_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_8_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_8_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_8_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_8_evaluation":"u003cspan style=u0022text-decoration: underlineu0022u003eWHY?u003c/spanu003eu003cemu003e u003c/emu003eHe impressed me last winter and this summer on multiple occasions. Tvedt is a two-way player that will standout on both ends. I like the looks of his jump shot, expect him to knock down a high amount of triples next Sunday. Tvedt is also a creative slasher that can score in the paint but also drop dimes. Tvedt is talented for sure, will he stick out with killer-instinct and take over a game?","_player_evaluations_8_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_9_player":["1238618"],"_player_evaluations_9_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_9_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_9_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_9_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_9_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_9_evaluation":"u003cspan style=u0022text-decoration: underlineu0022u003eu003cemu003eWHY? u003c/emu003eu003c/spanu003eHe will be one of the best athletes at the event. Expect Anderson to throw down a few impressive dunks. He will be a mismatch problem for most defenders because he can produce from all over the court and his height allows him to score over smaller defenders. Bigger forwards will struggle to keep him in front. Anderson is a hustler, a productive rebounder, defender, and he will do the little things. Matt oozes potential and intrigue. Besides being talented and athletic, Anderson plays with passion, and he plays with great body language. There will be plenty of eyes on Anderson from the college coaches at the Expo.","_player_evaluations_9_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_10_player":["1763076"],"_player_evaluations_10_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_10_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_10_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_10_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_10_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_10_evaluation":"u003cspan style=u0022text-decoration: underlineu0022u003eWHY?u003c/spanu003e He made an excellent impression on me this spring/summer. Max plays with a high hoops IQ, has top-notch basketball instincts, and I like the way that he carries himself on the court. Engebretson is a major shooting threat from long range, will stick the mid-range J, and he scores at the rim with a diverse finishing package. Max has polished skills and he makes others around him better. Max will be a top talent at the event, will he perform well enough to be named First-Team All-Expo?","_player_evaluations_10_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_11_player":["1968829"],"_player_evaluations_11_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_11_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_11_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_11_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_11_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_11_evaluation":"u003cspan style=u0022text-decoration: underlineu0022u003eu003cemu003eWHY?u003c/emu003eu003c/spanu003e I have not watched him in person but I have heard nothing but positive reports on Lemar. It sounds like Parker is primed for a big season and I plan on watching him multiple times next Sunday to see what he has. I am interested in his skill level, shooting mechanics, and athleticism.","_player_evaluations_11_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_12_player":["1278718"],"_player_evaluations_12_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_12_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_12_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_12_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_12_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_12_evaluation":"u003cspan style=u0022text-decoration: underlineu0022u003eu003cemu003eWHY?u003c/emu003eu003c/spanu003e I have watched Almas in the past and he is a super athlete. I did not get a chance to see Sam play this summer, so I am eager to see him hoop at the Expo. Look for Sam to be a playmaker on both ends of the floor and for him to put down some impressive SLAMs. I want to see where he gets his points from, how his shooting stroke looks, and how polished his skills have become. I am also interested to see how much bigger/taller Almas is compared to the last time I watched him. You should expect Sam to be one of the most dynamic players at the Expo.","_player_evaluations_12_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_13_player":["1331228"],"_player_evaluations_13_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_13_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_13_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_13_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_13_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_13_evaluation":"u003cspan style=u0022text-decoration: underlineu0022u003eu003cemu003eWHY?u003c/emu003eu003c/spanu003e He will be one of the top scorers at the Expo. Tyson can put up points in a hurry and he does it from every level. His mid-range jumper is a thing of beauty and he is a sniper from the three-point arc. Tyson has a complex finishing package and he can put the ball in the hole about any way that you can imagine. Is Stevenson an alpha on the court next Sunday and will he take over? The odds are certainly in his favor!","_player_evaluations_13_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_14_player":["1653800"],"_player_evaluations_14_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_14_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_14_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_14_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_14_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_14_evaluation":"u003cspan style=u0022text-decoration: underlineu0022u003eu003cemu003eWHY?u003c/emu003eu003c/spanu003e I thought he looked awesome at the MSUM Camp this summer. Will be standout again at the Expo? Yohana will give opponents problems with his length and mobility. This summer, Ajwanga took a huge step forward and he will bring a serious interior presence to the Expo. He will be a problem on defense and he is a legit scoring threat. Wait until you watch Yohana play, it is easy to see that his potential is through the roof!rnrnu0026nbsp;","_player_evaluations_14_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":15,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6518ef7547f82"} /--> <!-- wp:image {"id":1079705,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2020/11/0297EF1F-90A8-4816-90B9-B369E70594D8.png"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2020/11/0297EF1F-90A8-4816-90B9-B369E70594D8.png?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-1079705" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image -->