2027 Guards that impressed at EYBL Memphis Session 1
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High quality guard play was in full effect this weekend in Memphis. Here are some of the best of the session to keep an eye on for the rest of the circuit. Cayden Daughtry FL #7 PG #2 HEIGHT 6'0"…
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Continue ReadingHigh quality guard play was in full effect this weekend in Memphis. Here are some of the best of the session to keep an eye on for the rest of the circuit.
Though undersized at 5’9” Cayden Daughtry Cayden Daughtry 6’0″ | PG Calvary Christian Academy | 2027 State FL was electric. Over 4 games he averaged 23.5 points per game in under 18 minutes. The team went 2-2 over the weekend but Daughtry really shined. About half of his hits from deep came on catch and shoot action, though he did mix in some dribble drives to create separation from his defenders as well. Overall, Daughtry hit on 53% of his three-point attempts. Daughtry showed this weekend he is a walking bucket. He can rebound and lead the break for his team and find an open teammate or dribble into a midrange pull up. As his frame continues to grow, his game will only get better as he’ll be able to take it to the paint more and finish amongst the bigs.
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Next up we have 6’1” Miguel Orbe Miguel Orbe 6’1″ | CG Miami Country Day | 2027 State FL who exudes confidence from all over the court. Another guard who can step right into catch and shoot three point attempts or navigate his way to the cup and finish with either hand. Orbe needs to be picked up as soon as he passes half court because he is confident in his shot making ability and not shy when he sees daylight. Don’t think he can’t drive either. If Orbe sees an opening, he’s taking it full speed to the rack, taking care of the ball to avoid it getting blocked and finishing strong at the rim.
At 6’3” Oneal Delancey may have had the smoothest jumper in the 15U group from the entire weekend. Though he picks and chooses his spots, Delancey has the shot making ability to be successful from anywhere on the court. His rhythm and mechanics are so fluid, it’s more surprising if his shot doesn’t swish in but even those missed shots look coming off his hands due to his form and preparation. He’s definitely a player to keep an eye on and for younger kids to watch just to emulate his shooting form.
Finally, we have Michael Vilmenay Michael Vilmenay 5’8″ | CG Westwood Christian | 2027 FL , a 5’10” guard from Miami. Vilmenay is the three point marksman of the group. He does have a bit of a quick trigger, which can be good in some cases but a bit more patience in seeking out his shot may help his numbers improve with more makes in a better rhythm. He has a high release point on his jumper and his shot looks good but he did rush a few attempts over the weekend. Vilmenay got off to a good start in Memphis, and it would not surprise me to see him continue to fall into a better rhythm with his shot as games continue on.
Keep an eye on this group as play gets underway this weekend in Atlanta and stay tuned for the 16U breakdowns still coming! EYBL Atlanta is just 1 more day away.