Prospect Spotlight: Hot Starts Part 2

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The high school basketball season is here and there have already been some Hot Starts on the season worth noting! From the seniors playing their final Prep seasons to the freshmen kicking off their inaugural campaigns, Prep Hoops will be on the move to provide up-to-date coverage for our readers and college coaches to evaluate. Let's break down a few teams and highlight some of the top prospects of the last couple of weeks.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1640847"],"_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":"u003cbu003e2023 stats: u003c/bu003eu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003e23.0 PPG - 13.0 rebounds - 6.0 assists - 52% FG - 63% 3Pu003c/spanu003ernrnu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eJones was instantly put on my radar after watching him perform a few times during the 2022 season where he led Bell Creek in multiple categories. He's a do-it-all type athlete that's mainly a scoring threat at the next level but is still developing his overall game and growing into his body. Jones put up 25 points with 16 rebounds against Palm Bay to help BCA start 2-0. This kid has really good upside and will be one of the premier college-ready prospects in the Tampa area in years to come.u003c/spanu003e","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_1_player":["1658584"],"_player_evaluations_1_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_1_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_1_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_1_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_1_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_1_evaluation":"u003cbu003e2023 stats: u003c/bu003eu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003e18.5 PPG - 10.5 rebounds - 4.5 blocks - 61% FG - 54% 3Pu003c/spanu003ernrnu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eBryant is a premier two-way player who can be both a scoring and defensive threat because of his size and natural instincts on the hardwood. Just look at the numbers (led the state in rebounds for C/O 2026), this is a real deal 2026 prospect that will be a productive piece at the next level. The 6-9 sophomore is already averaging a double-double for the Titans which will be crucial for him to stay consistent. Bryant is also adding nearly 5 blocks per game on the defensive end. Bryant is a reliable finisher at the rim while being a rim protector on the other side of the floor. College coaches have to get eyes on him Now before it's too late. u003c/spanu003e","_player_evaluations_1_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_2_player":["2125484"],"_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":"u003cbu003e2023 stats:u003c/bu003eu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003e 20.2 PPG - 49% FG - 82% 3Pu003c/spanu003ernrnu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eThe son of a coach sometimes gets pushed harder than others but its only aided in the progression of Robinson's overall development. He can do it all for a rising 2027 product standing around 6-foot-7 with long arms to add. Robinson will be one of the well-known class of 2027 prospects real soon. Robinson has to tools to be effective in all areas of the game including hustling for boards and rim-protecting. His aggressive mindset works as he knows how to use his body and height leverage in the paint and the explosiveness around the rim will usually finish the job. Still time to add weight and grow into his frame but will have eyes on him moving forward. u003c/spanu003e","_player_evaluations_2_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_3_player":["1055781"],"_player_evaluations_3_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_3_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_3_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_3_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_3_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_3_evaluation":"u003cbu003e2023 stats:u003c/bu003eu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003e 21.0 PPG - 48% FG - 71% 3Pu003c/spanu003ernrnu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eSessoms is off to a great start for an important senior year that can land him some legitimate college offers. He's developed into one of the top rising 2024 prospects in the Polk County area that can for sure contribute to a college/university roster. This kid continues to develop his overall game and has been a problem for opposing defenders early in the season. He's an electric guard who can get it done around the rim while flashing his progressing jump shot. Sessoms is a consistent scorer who'll look to show college coaches he can be a floor general at the next level. u003c/spanu003e","_player_evaluations_3_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_4_player":["1620361"],"_player_evaluations_4_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_4_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_4_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_4_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_4_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_4_evaluation":"u003cstrongu003e2023 stats: u003c/strongu003e16.5 PPG - 6.0 rebounds - 2.0 assists - 2.0 stealsrnrnu003cstrongu003eu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eOne of the real deal upside products on the list is 2025 [player_tooltip player_id='1620361' first='Cameron' last='Bryant'] who stands at 6'6 with a polished wing game for the next level. He's a true riser who made the move over to Oviedo this year from Timber Creek where he led the team statistically in points, rebounds, and steals in his sophomore season. Bryant has the potential to fulfill multiple duties as he can handle the rock, shoot well from three, and score around the rim. It's the added defensive element that solidifies Bryant could develop into a premier recruit who should surely see an uptick in offers this season.u003c/spanu003eu003c/strongu003e","_player_evaluations_4_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":5,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6564bb0e9916c"} /-->