MH Northeast Preview: SEPA Standouts…Part II

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Below is Part II in our review of the prospects from southeastern Pennsylvania who impressed over the weekend at the MADE Hoops Northeast Preview (Pittman, NJ).</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1483438"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-670db159ccb3e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The former St. Peter's Prep (NJ) standout is meshing with his new squad very nicely. This weekend Miller worked as point guard and played off the ball as a scoring guard. From both positions Miller hit shots from deep as well as in the mid-range and scored at the rim. As a point guard he showed elusive handles and the patience to wait for high percentage opportunities to develop before passing the rock. Miller (19 pts. vs. Cardinal Hayes) also got out on the fast break for scores and assists. This versatile and fast guard holds offers from American and Stonehill, but if this tremendous level of play keeps up, Miller's pile will grow quickly.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1611959"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-670db159ccb92"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">At the MADE Hoops event Morton-Rivera continued to show he is one of top scoring guards in the SEPA's Class of 2026. He knocked down threes from all around the arc, attacked the rack off the bounce and scored in the open court. His ability to blow past his man, navigate through the help defense and then finish at the cup was remarkable. Morton-Rivera can initiate his drives to the hoops from the top of the key, the wings, or the baseline. He displayed a quick trigger and deep range on his threes as well as the ability to hit triples when guarded tightly. Of course, with his speed and slick handles, Morton-Rivera produced buckets on the fast break too.    </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2450669"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-670db159ccbd3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">This is now back-to-back fall ball events where Smith has grabbed the attention of scouts and fans. If your social media feed has not shown you the play where Smith attacked the cup and flushed on a 7-footer's head, then you need to search up that clip right now. In addition to showcasing his dribble drive skills and explosive finishing abilities, Smith popped jumpers and cut to the basket for lay-ins. Smith's high IQ and court vision enabled him to deliver a handful of impressive assists too. Smith is an underrated defender. He proved again this weekend that he can guard 1 through 3 and competed on the defensive boards.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2424034"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-670db159ccc10"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Stone is an athletic and versatile guard who displayed a lethal first step and elusive dribble moves. He also demonstrated polished footwork and the ability to play off two feet. When you combine those assets, you get a prospect who is unstoppable off the bounce. Once he was in the paint, Stone finished through contact or with a creative touch. His ability to operate in pick-n-roll or DHO action was impressive too. Stone kept defenders honest by splashing several threes. On defense Stone was a menacing on-ball presence.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->