Under the Radar Players for the 2024 Class Part II
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The 2024 class has many players flying under the radar as these players will look to make big statements with their game this season. Here are my under-the-radar players for the 2024 class part II. Amir Abdullah NJ #104 PG…
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Continue ReadingThe 2024 class has many players flying under the radar as these players will look to make big statements with their game this season. Here are my under-the-radar players for the 2024 class part II.
Abdullah is a sharpshooter from downtown that must be guarded the second he passes the half-court line due to his deep range. He likes the catch-and-shoot from the wings but can put the ball on the floor to create extra space for a more open shot. Abdullah can get to the rim and finish nicely with both hands challenging taller defenders. He crashes the glass extremely well for a point guard, leading many of the fastbreak situations for his team.
Brunnock is a catch-and-shoot machine from behind the arc. He never stops moving without the basketball coming off of off-ball screens to the three-point line for open shots. His range goes well beyond the regular three-point line. Brunnock can hit some tough shots no matter how strong the defense is pressing him. His shot is high and quick which allows for him to get it off with multiple defenders looking to close in on him for the contest.
Schwartz’s ability to score the basketball while also being able to do other things on the court is what makes him an excellent two-way player. At the shooting guard position, Schwartz has a smooth shot from the three and likes to put the ball on the floor whenever he can. He can finish at the rim over taller and stronger players. At 6’4″ he uses his height and length to not only shoot over smaller defenders but to also intercept passing lanes.
Jones is just an overall athlete with his ability to play both football and basketball at such a high level is what can give him the edge over other players. Jones can run the point guard spot as well as anyone in his class. Since he plays quarterback and point guard his vision is unmatched as he sees plays happen before they develop. He can score in all three levels and likes to use his toughness from football to body smaller players in the paint for easy baskets. Jones also has strong and quick hands allowing him to get multiple steals within a game.
Legar is a shot-creator who can do a lot of creative things with the ball in his hands. He thrives in the midrange/painted area while also being able to step out to hit catch-and-shoot shots from behind the arc. At 6’4″ he can shoot over most defenders and can back them down in the paint to get good looks around the rim. Legar can get his shot off quickly even if he is not fully set. He can put the ball on the floor and look to attack the basket or can kick it out to one of his open teammates for a three-point shot.