Mr. Inside-Mr. Outside Combinations
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Prep Hoops Missouri presents its annual look at some of the top Mr. Inside-Mr. Outside combinations from around the state. Tristan Reed Tristan Reed 6'8" | PF John Burroughs | 2026 State MO – Sheek Pearson Sheek Pearson 6'9" |…
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Continue ReadingPrep Hoops Missouri presents its annual look at some of the top Mr. Inside-Mr. Outside combinations from around the state.
Tristan Reed Tristan Reed 6'8" | PF John Burroughs | 2026 State MO – Sheek Pearson Sheek Pearson 6'9" | PF John Burroughs | 2026 State MO – Ramzi Salem Ramzi Salem 6'3" | CG John Burroughs | 2024 State MO (John Burroughs): The Bombers are currently 19-3 and they have quite a dual threat inside combo with the 6’8″ 2026 Reed and 6’9″ 2026 Pearson to go along with the 6’3″ 2024 Salem, who is a four-year starter at guard. Reed is currently averaging 18.1 points, 9.8 rebounds and 2.7 blocks while shooting 61 percent from the field. Pearson averages 14.1 points and seven rebounds while blocking two shots a game. Salem leads the backcourt as he averages 12 points, three rebounds and four assists a game while shooting 41 percent from 3-point range.
Jadis Jones Jadis Jones 6'5" | SF New Madrid Central | 2024 State #248 Nation MO – B.J. Williamson B.J. Williamson 6'0" | PG New Madrid Central | 2024 State MO (New Madrid Central): The outstanding SEMO tandem was featured in our “Dynamic Duos” section last week, but they are also a great “Mr. Inside-Mr. Outside” combination as well. The 6’5″ Jones is averaging 27 points, 12 rebounds four assists and two steals a game. He has reached the 2,000-point and 1,000-rebound plateau in his stellar career. The 6’0″ Williamson is a dynamic combo guard who averages 23 points a game while shooting 40 percent from 3-point range. He also averages three rebounds and three assists a game. They have led the Eagles to a 21-1 record and a No. 1 ranking in Class 3.
Quinn Sunderland Quinn Sunderland 6'10" | PF Lindbergh | 2024 State MO -Zac Goss (Lindbergh): This stellar combination has led the Flyers to a 15-6 record, which is their best showing in recent years. The 6’10” 2024 Sunderland is a long, athletic post player and one of the top rim protectors in the state. He averages nearly three blocks a game to go along with his 12 points, nine rebounds and 63 percent shooting from the field. The 6’0″ 2024 Goss is a point guard with a high motor who has really come on strong this season. He is averaging a team-high 16 points a game along with three rebounds, three assists and two steals.
Jackson Shorter Jackson Shorter 6'6" | PF Kickapoo | 2025 State MO – Reese Kimrey Reese Kimrey 6'0" | PG Kickapoo | 2026 State MO (Kickapoo): The Chiefs graduated a lot of talent from last year’s Class 6 state runner-up team, but they are back in the mix at 18-3 thanks to this talented duo. The 6’7″ Shorter has increased his production as a inside player as he averages 13.8 points and six rebounds while shooting 53 percent from the field. The 6’0″ Kimrey has emerged as one of top guards in the SWMO area. The young lefty is averaging 12 points, four rebounds and four assists while shooting 47 percent from the field. He has already developed the habit of hitting clutch shots in key situations.
Iziah Purvey Iziah Purvey 6'5" | PF Webster Groves | 2024 State MO – Scottie Adkinson Scottie Adkinson 6'3" | SG Webster Groves | 2027 State MO (Webster Groves): The sage veteran forward and the talented young guard have combined to lead the Statesmen to a 16-5 record against a rugged schedule. The 6’4″ 2024 Purvey is averaging 16 points, nine rebounds a three assists a game while shooting 38 percent from the field. The strong lefty excels in the post or on the perimeter. The 6’3″ 2027 Adkinson is one of the best youngsters in the state. He has made an immediate impact as he averages 15 points, five rebounds and two assists while shooting 51 percent from the field.
Will Paulson Will Paulson 6'5" | PF Francis Howell | 2025 State MO – Jeremiah Poniewaz Jeremiah Poniewaz 6'1" | CG Francis Howell | 2024 State MO (Francis Howell): The Vikings reached the 20-win plateau this week and it has been the play of these two standouts that has been leading the way. Paulson is a 6’7″ 2025 forward with size and versatility. He is currently averaging 17 points and six rebounds a game while shooting 36 percent from the field. The 6’1″ Poniewaz is an energetic guard who averages 15 points, three rebounds, three assists and two steals a game.
Leo Gayman Leo Gayman 6'6" | PF William Chrisman | 2025 State MO – Trey Taylor Trey Taylor 5'11" | PG William Chrisman | 2024 State MO (William Chrisman): The strong duo is one of the most productive tandems on the West side of the state. The 6’6″ 2025 Gayman is a versatile post player with excellent all-around fundamentals. He is currently averaging 18.5 points, 14.5 rebounds and three blocks a game while also making 25 3-pointers. The 6’0″ 2024 Taylor is a quick guard who averages 15.8 points, 3.7 rebounds and 3.6 assists while shooting 80 percent from the free throw line.
Devin Harrington- Aidan Burns Aidan Burns 6'3" | SG Thayer | 2024 State MO (Thayer): This strong duo is one of the best in the SWMO area as they led the Bobcats to a third-place finish in Class 3 last season. Burns is a 6’3″ 2024 guard who is a walking bucket. He is a three-level scorer who can create his own shot off the dribble. He is consistently scoring more than 20 points a game. The 6’6″ 2025 Harrington is an athletic forward who is a double-double whenever he steps on the floor. He is also an explosive finisher around the basket with his impressive dunks.
Samuel Dada- Kamron Tate Kamron Tate 6'0" | PG North Kansas City | 2025 State MO (North Kansas City): The Hornets are currently 15-6 and one of the top teams in the Kansas City area behind this strong duo. Dada is a 6’8″ 2024 forward who is one of the top rebounders in the state. He can also score inside. He is averaging 10 points and 11 rebounds a game along with nearly two blocks. Tate is a 6’1″ 2025 guard who attacks the basket on a consistent basis. He is averaging a team high 11 points, along with three rebounds and four assists.
Clayton Parker Clayton Parker 6'8" | PF Montgomery County | 2025 State MO -Jacob Stellwagen (Montgomery County): This Mid-Missouri pair has led the Wildcats to a 16-6 record as one of the top teams in Class 3. The 6’8″ Parker is a skilled 2025 forward who can score in the post and shoot it from the perimeter. He is averaging 20 points and nearly 10 rebounds a game. The 6’2″ Stellwagen is a 3-point sniper with unlimited range on his jumper. He is shooting 45 percent from long distance while making 76 3-pointers. He is averaging nearly 16 points a game.
Trey Porter-Easton Evans (Greenville): A talented small-school duo in the SEMO area that has the Bears with high hopes in Class 2 this season. Evans is a 6’2″ 2024 guard with the ability to score at all three levels. He recently surpassed the 1,000-point plateau in his career. The 6’4″ 2024 Porter is a wide-body post player with good hands and a soft shooting touch inside. He also rebounds the ball and throws a nice outlet pass to start the break.
Joseph Graves Joseph Graves 6'6" | PF RUSH Homeschool | 2024 State MO – Garrett Rudy Garrett Rudy 6'1" | PG RUSH | 2024 State MO (SWMO RUSH): The homeschool duo has been tremendous throughout their respective careers. Graves is a 6’6″ 2024 forward who is a physical player who is very effective with his power game around the basket. The big lefty has scored more than 2,000 points in his stellar career. Rudy is a slick ball handler and passer who can also get buckets from the perimeter. He is averaging 20 points a game.