Noteworthy Athletes Of The Week

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Let's spotlight a few players who made significant contributions to their teams' success over the past week. Their standout performances are indicative of a promising season ahead. Keep an eye on these athletes as they strive to maintain their strong form throughout the upcoming games, making a lasting impact on their respective teams.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2301229"],"_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":"Sophomore [player_tooltip player_id='2301229' first='King' last='Rhodes'] of Crest High School is making a significant impact in his second year of 3A basketball. Standing at 6'3 and weighing 190 pounds, he possesses good size, allowing him to create scoring opportunities at the rim and earn trips to the free-throw line. Rhodes showcases versatility as an able defender, contributing to various aspects of the game for the Crest team. In a recent performance, he scored 25 points against Ashbrook and followed up with an impressive 24 points and 11 rebounds in a victory against Stuart Cramer. With an average of 16 points and 10 rebounds per game for the season, Rhodes is proving to be a key contributor to Crest's success.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_1_player":["1154560"],"_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":"Duke commit and 5-star recruit [player_tooltip player_id='1154560' first='Isaiah' last='Evans'] had a busy and highly productive week, playing three games in four days due to weather conditions in North Carolina. Despite the challenging schedule, Evans demonstrated his scoring prowess and versatility on the court. In a rivalry game against a loaded Chambers team, Evans posted an impressive 35 points. He followed it up with another standout performance, contributing 29 points against a tough and well-rounded Hopewell team that has been having a great season. The week concluded at the HoopHall Classic, where Evans faced off against top 30 prospect and Kentucky commit Billy Richmond, finishing with 21 points and 10 rebounds. [player_tooltip player_id='1154560' first='Isaiah' last='Evans'] is solidifying his status as one of the best scorers in North Carolina high school basketball history with consistent and strong showings over the last couple of seasons. His performances continue to draw attention nationally, and he is expected to make a significant impact as he represents Duke at the collegiate level.","_player_evaluations_1_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_2_player":["2305706"],"_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":"The highly versatile and hardworking wing, [player_tooltip player_id='2305706' first='Jeffrey' last='Clark'], is emerging as a player that schools might regret not pursuing in the coming years. Clark brings to the floor intangibles that are often sought after by coaches, combining skill with the ability to make things happen both on and off the ball. His well-rounded game and upside should place him on the radar of more college coaches. Clark has maintained a consistent performance throughout the season, averaging 16 points per game, 7 rebounds per game, 2 steals per game, and 2 blocks per game. His level of play remained high during the recent week, where he posted an impressive 25 points and 8 rebounds.","_player_evaluations_2_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_3_player":["2316727"],"_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":"The 6-foot guard is enjoying a standout season, showcasing impressive statistics with averages of 22 points per game, 4 rebounds per game, and 2 steals per game. His scoring prowess has been consistent, surpassing the 20-point mark in five out of seven games and reaching double figures in all seven contests. Known for leaving it all on the floor, Williams demonstrated his all-around athleticism and determination in a recent game against First Flight. In that matchup, he posted an impressive stat line of 23 points, 7 rebounds, and 4 steals. Williams continues to be a key contributor, displaying both scoring ability and defensive prowess for his team throughout the season.","_player_evaluations_3_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_4_player":["1667677"],"_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":"Isaac has been a notable name in North Carolina, and his size, motor, skill, and winning mentality have garnered attention. This season, he has demonstrated improvement, posting averages of 18 points and 9 rebounds, a slight uptick from last year's impressive 16 points and 7 rebounds per game. Importantly, he has played a crucial role in leading his team to more victories. In a recent victory over Holly Springs, Isaac showcased his well-rounded game. He shot 33% from beyond the arc, 54% from two-point range, and a perfect 100% from the free-throw line. His exceptional performance culminated in 23 points and 8 rebounds, further solidifying his impact on the court and his team's success.","_player_evaluations_4_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":5,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65a30c8c166f2"} /-->