20(+) Players to Watch In Dallas-Fort Worth

Louisiana teams will be busy in the Dallas-Fort Worth area this weekend. Several teams/programs from across the Boot will play in either the Prep Hoops or NXTPro tournaments. As the live period approaches, this weekend will be the perfect showcase for various preps. In this weekend preview, we will look at some of the players to watch who are playing in DFW this weekend.   *Players will be listed in random order.   [player_tooltip player_id='1679405' first='Javonte' last='Ford'] (Heartwork Elite 16U) - Top 10 player who can score at all three levels. Ford is a dynamic player in transition and he can guard almost any position.   [player_tooltip player_id='1492966' first='Lantavious' last='Murphy'] (C&S Hoopstars 17U) - Best all-around basketball player in Louisiana; can facilitate, rebound, and score; total package   [player_tooltip player_id='1679403' first='Kevin' last='White'] (Heartwork 16U) - Top ten player in the class of 2026. White is a point guard who can score at all three levels. Athletic finisher.   [player_tooltip player_id='1492964' first='Jayden' last='Gladney'] (Xpress Sports '25) - Long distance shooter who can get hot quickly. Gladney has college range and possesses a quick first step.   [player_tooltip player_id='2132626' first='Dylan' last='Spansel'] (LA Clippers '26) - Lefty point guard who can make defenses pay from the perimeter. Handling full court pressure will be a test for him.   [player_tooltip player_id='2313820' first='Jordyn' last='Wilson'] (Xpress Sports '26) - Guard who can play on or off the ball. Wilson is very good at taking contact when driving to the rim and is a streaky shooter.   [player_tooltip player_id='1543668' first='Caleb' last='Evans'] (Heartwork Elite 16U) - High IQ point guard who is very accurate from distance. Evans is quicker than he looks and uses the dribble to manipulate defenses.   [player_tooltip player_id='2459986' first='Christopher' last='Gay'] (Xpress Sports '26) - High level athleticism; dynamic finisher in the open floor; capable three point shooter   Ti'ler Hamilton (Xpress Sports '27) - Point guard who has a masterful handle and an explosively quick first step. He disrupts defenses with the drive.   [player_tooltip player_id='2132749' first='Jaiden' last='Hall'] (Heartwork 15U) - May be the best two-way point guard in Louisiana. Hall is a three level scorer and knockdown shooter. Takes hits well.   [player_tooltip player_id='2400598' first='Collin' last='Stafford'] (Xpress Sports '26) - A tough defender who plays both guard positions. His lateral quickness and vision in the open floor are top attributes   [player_tooltip player_id='1679406' first='Antonio' last='Dixon'] (Heartwork 16U) - Athletic forward; defends taller players using his athleticism; finishes above the rim; active shot blocker   [player_tooltip player_id='2132748' first='Jackson' last='Chewning'] (LA Clippers '27) - Top ten player who can score inside and out. Very athletic. Can be a three and D type player on defense.   [player_tooltip player_id='2400706' first='Jayden' last='Wells'] (Xpress Sports '25) - Quick point guard with finishing ability with both hands. Very good man-to-man defender who creates turnovers.   [player_tooltip player_id='2318065' first='Eli' last='Washington'] (Heartwork 15U) - Skillful forward who can defend multiple positions. He is long, rangy, and can stretch the floor.   [player_tooltip player_id='1560428' first='Amarrion' last='White'] (C&S Sports 17U) - Skillful wing who finishes at the rim with skillful finishes. Prototypical three and D player with a better than average jumper.   [player_tooltip player_id='2406982' first='Zyquayvious' last='Smith'] (Xpress Sport '26) - An all-around guard who can score or facilitate. Strong driver who takes contact well. Above average finisher.   [player_tooltip player_id='2132729' first='Austin' last='Turner'] (Heartwork 15U) - One of the most skilled players in the class of 2027. He can score at all levels or act as a point forward on offense.   [player_tooltip player_id='2401995' first='Jomello' last='McDonald'] (Xpress Sports '25) - Forward who can handle and shoot from the perimeter. Fundamentally sound player who rarely makes mistakes.   [player_tooltip player_id='2414908' first='Ja'Dell' last='Demery'] (Heartwork 16U) - Wing player who can defend the post and perimeter players. Very strong rebounder who can score in the paint.   [player_tooltip player_id='1394528' first='Travone' last='Varner'] (C&S Hoopstars '25) - Bigger guard who excels in transition. Varner is a lefty who can finish with either hand. Defends at a high level on the perimeter.   [player_tooltip player_id='2132758' first='KeShun' last='Malcolm'] (Heartwork 15U) - Highly skilled and athletic scorer. Malcolm can shoot the pull up jumper or get to the rim. Possesses better than average vision.   This weekend is a big one for these players as they prepare for the live period and the NXTPro tournament in Arizona. Look for these players to give their best during this weekend of play.

Louisiana teams will be busy in the Dallas-Fort Worth area this weekend. Several teams/programs from across the Boot will play in either the Prep Hoops or NXTPro tournaments. As the live period approaches, this weekend will be the perfect showcase for various preps. In this weekend preview, we will look at some of the players to watch who are playing in DFW this weekend.