Beverly Hills Tournament: 5 Takeaways
Williams growing into potential for Sierra Canyon The 6-foot-8 wing has always been an intriguing prospect because of his size, length and fluid athleticism for his position but the question with him has been consistent production throughout the season. The…
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Continue ReadingWilliams growing into potential for Sierra Canyon
The 6-foot-8 wing has always been an intriguing prospect because of his size, length and fluid athleticism for his position but the question with him has been consistent production throughout the season. The senior, who recently signed with Cal State Northridge, put together multiple 20-plus point outputs and showed improvement as a rebounder and defender as Sierra Canyon took home the tournament championship. If Williams continues to add strength to his frame and strings together strong performances, the Matadores could have the steal of the ’24 class.
Pippen solidifying his place as a top guard in the state
If any doubters remained after Pippen’s breakthrough performances in multiple fall league events none of those should remain. The 6-foot-3 guard has earned the right to be in the conversation of best in the state. The senior orchestrates the Trailblazers’ controlled chaos approach on both ends of the floor with surprising poise as he picks apart opposing defenses with his passing and creates havoc with his great feel and quick reaction time on the defensive end.
Gill an intriguing prospect at Bakersfield Centennial
The 6-foot-6 forward is establishing himself as one of the more underrated prospects in Southern California. Gill’s best attribute is his floor stretching ability off the catch from three-point range but is also a guy who can shot fake and get to the rim and score on straight-lien drives. The senior has the ball skills to rebound, push and initiate offense and has good feel when reversing the ball and following into ball screens for pops and rolls.
Wicker shows continued improvement for St. Anthony
Wicker came onto the scene as a talented catch and shoot guy from three-point range and has continued to add to his game as a sophomore. While the 6-foot-2 sophomore is still best with his feet set on catch and shoot opportunities but is becoming more of a threat to create for himself and others off the dribble.
Gutierrez shows promise at the CG spot
Michael Gutierrez is a name that will catch on the Central California radar over the next couple of seasons. The 6-foot-1 combo guard has great feel as a playmaker in open court and half-court settings and showed the ability to manage scoring and distributing. The junior is a strong-framed driver who can knock down stop and pop jumpers or get to the rim and finish through contact.