NEXT Battle At The Lakes — Minnesota Hoopers
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Who were some of the hoopers out of the state of Minnesota that balled-out at Prep Hoops Next Battle At The Lakes? Let’s get to know them. Jackson Davis POS PG CLASS 2028 Jackson Davis Club: D1 Minnesota I especially…
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Jackson Davis
Jackson Davis
I especially wanted to spotlight Davis for his showing at Battle At The Lakes. He was a clear stock-riser from my perspective. The lefty point guard has a confident handle on the ball and is super explosive off the drive. Elite fluidity on the defensive side of the ball. D1 Minnesota 14U Grey gave Gain Elite a battle, only losing by five points. Davis was critical, scoring 15 points.
Zoa had a great tournament and really showcased what he can do. Looks as though Zoa is trying to translate himself into a wing on the offensive end, because he’s starting to position himself on the wing more. Saw him go off the pump-fake drive into a nice floater. So things are evolving. He’s moving very well and is looking quicker and more agile than when I saw him a year ago. That normally comes natural with age, but you can clearly see the difference. He was a high-level shot-blocker and rebounder at Battle At The Lakes. Found the ball and came up with 50/50 and loose balls often. Showed his dunking ability as well.
Cooper Schnichels
Cooper Schnichels
Cooper’s movement at 6’5” stood out to me most. A quick and agile big with an athletic build. Long arms and can sky up off the ground to rebound, contest, or block shots. With a bunch of talented offensive players around him on the D1 Minnesota 3SSB team, I thought Cooper played his role to a tee.
Emmanuel Oyesanmi
Emmanuel Oyesanmi
Emmanuel is a 6’3” athlete that can play and defend all over the court. Plays tight coverage beyond the three-point line. Uses lateral ability and length to make things difficult on the opponent possessing the ball. Finds ways to score the ball, with 18 points against Team Nebraska Express and 14 points vs Minnesota Fury Johnson.
D1 Minnesota 3SSB 2028 had a lot of prospects that were capable of playing point guard and bringing the ball up, and Davis was one of them. In three games of scoring he had 15, 10, and 10, for a 11.7 avg. hit 3 threes, 2 threes, and another game with 2 threes. One of the top and more consistent shooters in the tournament. Has a solid frame that he uses to power to the hoop. A strong defender that is always pressuring the ball or anticipating the offensive player’s next move. I thought he was one of the most well-rounded guards.
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Lavell Cade
Lavell Cade
Cade was highly productive and served as a scoring point guard for Gain Elite , averaging 18.0 ppg., with a 27-point performance against D1 Minnesota Grey. He created off the dribble and is always looking to attack, where he’s a high-level finisher when he gets to the hoop. Quick crossover and has an effective spin move arsenal.
Iye Fuye
Iye Fuye
There wasn’t a listed height for Fuye, but I have him around 6’4”. One of the longest wings at Battle At The Lakes. Athletic and can fill it up from three. In 3 games that stats were collected, he hit 9 threes. One of the top catch-and-shoot three-point shooters in the tournament. And he’s super lengthy from the wing. Needs to be mentioned that he’s a good leaper with a solid vertical.
The 2029 prospect was playing up an age group with the 14U’s. He’s around 6’3” already and can run some and can stretch the floor from three. Because of this, I think he translates well in the future, with the current and changing landscape of basketball. Length and shooting range are being more and more coveted. One to watch to see how he develops.
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Loos was one of the biggest mismatches of the entire tournament. A big and strong frame and he could go off the drive relentlessly and controlled. 23 points vs D1 Minnesota 14U Grey and 20 points vs Wisconsin Academy 14U Slaby. Loved to push the tempo and he could essentially play as a big point guard when he secured a board. Can score from anywhere on the court, and showed the ability to shoot the three as well, making four in one game. An offensive creator that doesn’t need help with a screen to make a play.
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Lockwood is a solid two-way guard, but I especially like his defensive ability and approach. Moves well to be able to provide constant pressure, even if the offensive player makes a quick move. A pressure defender that makes the offensive player uncomfortable. Offensively, he’s a capable scorer and distributor. Nothing flashy or excessive, he just makes the play the defense is giving him. A prospect that needs attention at the three-point line as well because he can hit those.
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Walker is an integral piece of the 58 Hoops team. A hustle guy, but he’s also productive. A no-fluff offensive game, where he drives straight at the hoop in a downhill manner to finish when he gets there. Gets after it defensively and plays fast, overall.
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Kaydon Firchau
Kaydon Firchau
Firchau may have gone unnoticed to some, but he’s deserving of a hard look as a long 2-guard/wing with ball skills and shooting ability. He had a great handle on the ball and ability to play-make as a passer. I think he turns out to be a very solid prospect that can easily flourish in college ball. Has all the skills and a lengthy and athletic frame. He looked athletic going off the drive and through traffic, in general. Long and athletic strides.