A Look Back: N2 Hoops Invitational Eye-Catchers

<!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Taking a quick look back at the N2 Hoops Invitational, here are a few players who caught my eye…</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2690113,"sizeSlug":"medium","linkDestination":"media","align":"left"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignleft size-medium"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/12/PH-Austin-Nance-C.png"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/12/PH-Austin-Nance-C.png?w=300" alt="" class="wp-image-2690113" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2639330' first='Austin' last='Nance']</strong> (5'10/PG/'26/Hazel Green)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">IG: austinnance555</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">X: @anance555</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Austin is a lead guard who is really good at getting his team out in transition, and he is really good at being a playmaker out in the open floor. He rims and runs and has end-to-end speed that puts opposing teams' defensive transition in question. With his ability to play with pace, he also does a good job taking care of the ball. He has proved himself to be a high-end decision-maker and is really good at running the show.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2690115,"sizeSlug":"medium","linkDestination":"media","align":"left"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignleft size-medium"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/12/PH-Maks-Leatherwood-C.png"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/12/PH-Maks-Leatherwood-C.png?w=300" alt="" class="wp-image-2690115" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>Maks Leatherwood</strong> (6'3/Wing/'26/Westminster)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">IG: maks_leatherwood</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Maks qualified to be in one of my sniper school articles as he made at least three trey balls in a single contest that I was watching. The strength of his game is undoubtedly his ability to knock down the long ball, and he proved in the game against Westminster.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2690119,"sizeSlug":"medium","linkDestination":"media","align":"left"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignleft size-medium"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/12/PH-Jullian-King-C.png"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/12/PH-Jullian-King-C.png?w=300" alt="" class="wp-image-2690119" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>Jullian King</strong> (6'1/SG/'25/Florence)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">IG: Jullian.k__</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">X: @Julliank_</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Jullian is an off-guard surrounded by talented scorers, which brings an understanding that only so many shots are available when the primary scoring options are not taking the shots. Jullian showed his mature floor game and ability to contribute to the high-powered offense of his squad. He is athletic and difficult to contain off the bounce. If Florence ever needs additional scoring outside of their Big 3, then Jullian can provide it.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2690122,"sizeSlug":"medium","linkDestination":"media","align":"left"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignleft size-medium"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/12/PH-Jordan-Davis-C.png"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/12/PH-Jordan-Davis-C.png?w=300" alt="" class="wp-image-2690122" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2797199' first='Jordan' last='Davis']</strong> (5'9/CG/'25/Austin)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">IG: jdshifty_</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">X: @1_JordanD</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Jordan is a small guard but showed his ability to score from all levels and orchestrate the offense. He has a mature floor game, as his experience is seen in his play. He hunts the paint and finds ways to create scoring opportunities for teammates and himself. He has a good feel for the game and is very cerebral and mentally tough.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2690124,"sizeSlug":"medium","linkDestination":"media","align":"left"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignleft size-medium"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/12/PH-Karl-Lindsey-C.png"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/12/PH-Karl-Lindsey-C.png?w=300" alt="" class="wp-image-2690124" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>Karl Lindsey</strong> (6'0/CG/'25/Auburn)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">IG: kelindsey17</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">X: @karllindsey17</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Karl is a reliable backcourt talent who brings a steady presence to the floor. There isn't a lot of flash to his game, but he brings impactful play to both ends of the floor. He is good at spotting teammates and utilizing his passing abilities to set up opportunities. He isn't a primary scoring option, but he showed his ability to score from multiple levels. His experience will be key down the stretch.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2690125,"sizeSlug":"medium","linkDestination":"media","align":"left"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignleft size-medium"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/12/PH-Isaiah-M.-Cleaves-C.png"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/12/PH-Isaiah-M.-Cleaves-C.png?w=300" alt="" class="wp-image-2690125" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>Isaiah M. Cleave</strong>s (6'1/PG/'26/James Clemens)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">IG: isaiahtheprofit24</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">X: @Zaythekid118</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Isaiah is a lead guard with really good playmaking skills.&nbsp; He specializes at getting into the paint, collapsing the defense, and making plays. He has good body control and is an adept finisher with his high-rising leaping ability. He is tough off the bounce, as he has a really quick first step that leaves defenders playing catch-up. Isaiah sees the court well and can make all necessary passes.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2690126,"sizeSlug":"medium","linkDestination":"media","align":"left"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignleft size-medium"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/12/PH-Jacob-Parks-C.png"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/12/PH-Jacob-Parks-C.png?w=300" alt="" class="wp-image-2690126" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1958758' first='Jacob' last='Parks']</strong> (6'6/'26/SF/Bob Jones)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">IG: real_jacob10</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">X: @JacobParks_10</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Jacob has positional size and length out on the wing. He has a nice feel as a rebounder and a rim protector. He has versatility on both ends of the floor due to his size, length, and instincts. Offensively, he showed that he could score from multiple levels, and defensively, he can guard several positions. He isn't a primary scorer, but he showed that he can contribute in the scoring column.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2690127,"sizeSlug":"medium","linkDestination":"media","align":"left"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignleft size-medium"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/12/PH-Coleby-Davis-C.png"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/12/PH-Coleby-Davis-C.png?w=300" alt="" class="wp-image-2690127" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2472342' first='Coleby' last='Davis']</strong> (6'3/SG/'27/East Limestone)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">IG: colebydavis_0</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">X: @ColebyDavis1</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Coleby is a lefty who can flat-out stroke the rock. His impact is clearly seen with his perimeter-scoring prowess. He has good positional size and has two more years left under his belt. Improving his ability to score off the bounce when he is ran off the line will surely increase his stock.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->