Early Look: Must-Watch 2024 Prospects
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As the fall high school basketball season approaches around Florida, Prep Hoops Scout Drew Johnson wants to highlight some of the rising recruits who can produce at the next level. As noted frequently, Prep Hoops Florida aims to provide adequate coverage of…
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Continue ReadingAs the fall high school basketball season approaches around Florida, Prep Hoops Scout Drew Johnson wants to highlight some of the rising recruits who can produce at the next level. As noted frequently, Prep Hoops Florida aims to provide adequate coverage of all athletes for college coaches At All Levels for readers to evaluate. Let’s get into some of the stats, and Hudl films from some of the rising prospects.
*High School: Oak Ridge
The 6-6 combo wing/guard recently committed to Georgia Southern to compete at the next level. Tillery is a consistent double-digit scoring threat who can crash the boards and force steals with his length and defensive IQ. He’s a physical and consistent ball player that gives it 100% on both ends. He brings his talents to a star-studded group at Oak Ridge who made it deep into the playoffs last season. 2022 stats: 14.8 points, 6.7 rebounds, 3.8 assists, 2.9 steals
Ta’Veon Jones Ta’Veon Jones 5'7" | PG Windermere | 2024 State FL
Ta’Veon Jones Ta’Veon Jones 5'7" | PG Windermere | 2024 State FL
*High School: West Oaks
Jones is an electric ball player with the rock in his hands that plays with an alpha DOG mentality on both sides. He handles the ball up top and initiates the offense well. No matter the smaller frame, Jones is a baller on the hardwood that can create his own shots or show off his good ball placement passing skills. One of my sleeper guards in the Orlando area that received a couple offers so far during the offseason. He’s since made the move over to West Oaks Academy to finish his high school campaign. Offers: (Florida Memorial, Miles College, District of Columbia.) Much more to come with more game film and eyes on his skill sets.2022 stats: 16.5 points, 4.1 rebounds, 5.4 assists, 3.3 steals
Delgardo is one of many talented rising prospects on the roster but stands out with efficient shooting from the field while also being one of the top defenders on the team. Along with a natural shooting stroke, Delgardo uses his quickness and acrobatic lay-up skills to finish at the rim or find open teammates with sharp passing. Important senior season ahead for Daniel as he looks to see an uptick in college interest. He’s a consistent scoring guard that can run the offense and contribute at the next level. 2022 stats: 22.1 points, 5.5 rebounds, 2.7 assists, 3.1 steals
*High School: SLAM
The 6-1 Stetson University commit was a RealDeal standout last season, averaging 21.8 points, 7.1 rebounds, and 4.4 assists per game. He’s crafty with the ball in his hands and makes eyebrow-raising passes. Only more hype and anticipation follow Macgregor into his senior season where he will play with a talented group of prospects at Sports Leadership & Management (SLAM). Macgregor is a physical guard on both ends of the floor that can score at will, rack up numbers in the assist column, and lock up the opposing guard.
The 6-5 senior is great at attacking the basket with ferocious athleticism. He’s flashed his limitless range abilities, along with a consistent mid-range jumper and skill set/versatility to defend multiple positions throughout the offseason. Seals has been one of the true risers in the past couple of years which led to a Kennesaw State commitment in the offseason, but he will continue to see an uptick in college interest during his senior season. 2022 stats: 18.8 points, 5.0 rebounds, 4.5 assists, 1.6 steals
The 6’3 rising senior point guard is a floor general who uses good ball-handling skills to create separation and attack the rim. Murray has continued to showcase his offensive repertoire which includes a smooth jumper and tremendous downhill finishing skills. Impressed with his ability to create shots for himself when scoring in isolation situations. Murray recently committed to Saint Leo University after finishing top 5 in scoring in Florida for his junior season. Big-time senior season ahead for Murray. 2022 stats: 27.7 points, 3.6 rebounds, 3.4 assists, 3.0 steals
Torres has impressed all off-season at various AAU tournaments and showcases (representing Puerto Rico’s National Team), showing off his ability to utilize his solid frame against opposing defenders to finish at the rim or create space for a jump shot. I’ll keep saying it. Torres is a sleeper prospect who’ll start popping up on college radars as the fall season approaches. He is a promising rising senior prospect who averaged 14.6 points and 5.0 rebounds, 2.3 assists, and 1.7 steals last season. The 6’4, 190-pounder is a versatile combo guard that has good bounce and a reliable jump shot to contribute at the next level.
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The recent University of Tampa commit is set for another productive season. Blount stood out to me last year because of his length and athletic ability for a combo guard at 6’6 height who can score from deep range or get to his spots near the basket. The rising senior is a natural scorer that can get his with or without the ball and crash the boards for rebounds. Blount has been a riser playing for 1FamilyHoops during the off-season, where he’s flashed his good upside and basketball IQ for the next level. He also gets in the classroom with a 4.3 GPA.2022 stats: 20.3 points, 9.4 rebounds, 2.6 assists, 1.7 steals
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Delgardo is a 6’0 combo guard with good dribbling skills combined with a decent jumper that he has shown off throughout his high school campaign. He is known for his ability to get to and finish at the rim with electric speed and keeps his eyes open to get teammates involved. Delgardo brothers will have a lot of eyes on them during their senior seasons, which should generate some offers/interest.2022 stats: 18.3 ppg | 6.6 rebounds | 3.1 assists | 1.8 steals