Clay’s Corner: Spectacular Week 1 Statlines from 6A
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Christian Williams CO #1 PG #1 HEIGHT 6'2" POS PG CLASS 2027 View Profile Christian Williams Instagram Twitter State: Colorado School: Chaparral Club: Utah Mountain Stars 30 Points, 7 Rebounds vs. Lewis-Palmer (high school debut)rnWilliams is a nightmare to defend…
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Continue Reading30 Points, 7 Rebounds vs. Lewis-Palmer (high school debut)rnWilliams is a nightmare to defend out of the gates, possessing an incredibly quick first step and refined game. Already sturdy taking bumps or dishing it out towards opponents, the guard is at home at the varsity level.
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24 Points, 5 Assists, 3 Steals vs. Lewis-PalmerrnReaffirming his growth throughout the summer as a perimeter shooter and bouncy athlete, Carter is an incredibly smooth downhill scorer. Drawing plenty of attention at the rim, he will have ample opportunities for perimeter shooters following kickout passes.
14 Points, 14 Assists, 5 Rebounds vs Rampart21 Points, 7 Assists, 8 Rebounds vs GrandviewrnWhile Terry has always been one of the state’s most steady shotmakers, it is a breath of fresh air to see his value facilitating in the halfcourt. Thanks to Rock Canyon’s numerous perimeter shooters, he will have ample opportunities for extra passes, either swinging along the perimeter or following a kickout.
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30 Points, 6/13 3PM vs RampartrnLehman will be a name to follow due to his especially consistent form and notable height advantage as a shooting guard. Defensively, he is getting stronger guarding up against big opponents while utilizing his patience and length to swat shots or deflect passes.
22 Points, 6 Rebounds, 5 Blocks, 3 Assists, 5/10 3PM vs. Mountain Vista14 Points, 18 Rebounds 3/6 3PM vs Douglas CountyrnPraytor is worth a watch for local RMAC programs given his mobility and height, simply put there are few forwards in the state with his soft touch. Opening out his first game of the season with 5 threes, a few were heavily contested, shows his confidence versus pressure.
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30 Points vs RooseveltrnA smooth scorer from anywhere on the floor, King will be a seamless fit next season with Adams State. Given the keys handed off for the halfcourt offense, look for King to be a high volume shotmaker through the majority of his final season with Fort Collins.
28 Points, 9 Rebounds, 7 Assists, 2 Steals, 4/7 3PM vs Regis JesuitrnAli is a particularly difficult backcourt scorer to defend, given his twitchy playstyle with the ball and unpredictable scoring habits. Capable rising up into shots from deep range or stepping through two defenders, the guard is showing immense value as the engine that powers Overland’s halfcourt offense. His faciliating abilities will be a fascinating development this season.
26 Points, 5 Assists, 5/11 3PMrnBraketa opened up the season showing growth as a playmaker with the ball, drawing in the defense to make the extra pass for nearby shotmakers. His positional size and efficient style of play will allow the guard to possess a moldable playstyle, effective under many situations.
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23 Points, 12 Rebounds, 3 Blocks vs Adams CityrnThe forward is a dominant athlete, providing consistent production on the glass which fuels efficient looks from the field. His progression handling the ball for drives towards the rim or jumpers inside the arc are particularly intriguing, given his athletic advantages.
23 Points, 5 Rebounds, 3 Assists, 4 Steals vs PoudrernTrimm will be a household name throughout the state for the coming years, providing notable strength and physicality for a sophomore guard. Active utilizing his wide reach and defensive instincts to poke away the ball for transition dunks, there are few prospects in that class as well rounded on both ends. Failing to box him out will have immediate repercussions, capable of throwing down two-handed putback dunks.
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26 Points, 8 Rebounds, 4 Assists vs RangeviewrnSpann is a bully around the rim, all while being effective spacing the floor on spot-up attempts. Particularly troublesome on the glass, there are few prospects in the state with his skill and physicality.
28 Points, 5 Rebounds, 4 Assists, 2 Steal vs SkylinernA fearless scorer around the rim, Brewton is constantly seeking driving lanes in the halfcourt, not wavered by multiple defenders. Active for ambidextrous finishes around the rim, the guard will be the focal point point for Prairie View’s offensive production this season.
10 Points, 14 Assists, 6 Steals, 1 Block vs Wheat RidgernGiven his notably quick first step, Leslie attracts plenty of attention on drives, allowing for ample opportunities on kickouts and well timed bounce passes to backdoor cutters. He is one of the most exciting transition athletes in the state.
13 Points, 14 Rebounds, 5 Blocks vs Ralston ValleyrnJunker will be a thorn in the side of many teams, given his incredibly strong frame and unrelenting motor on the glass. He does a great job of swarming drivers at the rim, luring them into tight spaces for difficult finishes at the rim. His continued growth as a perimeter scorer will be fascinating
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21 Points in the First Quarter vs. Fountain-Fort CarsonrnOne of the most potent perimeter shooters and playmakers out of ball screens, Scherer could not miss to open up his first game of the season.