EYBL Scholastic Tournament: Day 1 Standouts

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Wednesday afternoon Prep Hoops took in the first two games of the Nike EYBL Scholastic Conference Tournament featuring some of the premier teams and players in the country.&nbsp; These were the standout prospects that caught our attention.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1361741"],"_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-67c8d30626dc0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">LuHi has not lost this season with Anthony in the lineup and they didn't in this game.&nbsp; The Syracuse commit and son of NBA Hall of Famer Carmelo Anthony got off to slow start, but closed the half well and then took over in the second half.&nbsp; The skilled two guard has so many gifts in his bag.&nbsp; He poured in pull up triples, tough mid-range shots, cut off the ball for scores, and used his slick handles to get buckets at the cup.&nbsp; He is also underrated as a passer on the offensive end with the way he finds teammates in the half court making good decisions with the ball and has the ability to grow into a plus defender at the next level.&nbsp; Went for 25 points in the win.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1361722"],"_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-67c8d30626e21"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">This Penn State commit had 15 points in the victory.&nbsp; Burst to the rim and is so adept at scoring with athleticism at the cup. Burst to the rim off the bounce and is a capable shooter.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1729824"],"_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-67c8d30626e6d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Mingo is one of the better junior wing prospects in the country.&nbsp; He impacts the game in so many ways on both sides.&nbsp; He athleticism off the bounce for acrobatic layups and getting to the foul line was shown in this game as was his defensive prowess recording multiple steals while notching 21 points.&nbsp; Makes it look easy.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2323647"],"_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-67c8d30626eb4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Williams is a Chicago native that we have seen a lot during his young career.&nbsp; The combo forward is a strong and physical shot maker that poured them in from distance in this game banging in five from beyond the arc.&nbsp; Most of them were off the catch along with pick/pop.&nbsp; Also hit a step back.&nbsp; Tough on the glass and is a versatile weapon.&nbsp; He had 16 points.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1595666"],"_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-67c8d30626efb"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Mgbako has to be one of the best uncommitted wings still remaining on the board.&nbsp; Strong and physical forward that can really shoot the ball from deep.&nbsp; He was excellent with his shot making letting it fly with a ton of confidence.&nbsp; He hit six triples before fouling out early in the fourth quarter which completely changed the game.&nbsp; Tough bucket getter that can also play above the rim catching a lob for 20 points.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1273551"],"_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-67c8d30626f41"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Lindsey is a rangy junior wing who is silky smooth with the ball in his hands as a slithery scorer.&nbsp; The rangy wing can play above the rim, get to the charity stripe, along with hitting a pair of threes in this game.&nbsp; Was active on the defensive end as well going for 11 points.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1560903"],"_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-67c8e8fdb9c28"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Perry is a tough as nails small forward that brings a ton of intangibles to the table.  Flies in on the offensive glass for put backs, high points contested rebounds, and is a disruptive defender.  Caught a lob pass for a dunk, can put it on the deck for spin moves, and is a capable spot up shooter when asked to do that.  Quality wing defender that is disruptive on that end.  Going to be a big time utility player at the next level!  He had 18 points in a win over AZ Compass.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1432014"],"_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-67c8e8fdb9cb5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The USC commit is a strong bodied lead guard that brings physicality to the point guard position.  He has a good feel for the game finding his teammates.  As a scorer he is at his best when getting downhill on straight line takes where he uses his handles to get past them and strength to finish in among the trees down low or draw contact for trips to the foul line.  Active defender that should be impactful on that end at the next level.  Finished with 9 points and a handful of assists.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1593728"],"_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-67c8e8fdb9d26"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">This was my first chance to see the hyped big man that is headed to Houston next year.  He stands out with his size, length, and mobility.  Moves well defensively in space and rebounds at a high level in traffic.  Really like how he snatches rebounds.  Explosive finisher out of the dunker spot and as a rim runner.  Solid passing instincts for a big man.  The upside is definitely there.  It just needs to continue to be refined.  Went for 12 points.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2479867"],"_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-67c8e8fdb9d92"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">This skilled big man is one of the premier juniors in the country.  He has the size and athleticism to go with a big time skill set that has elite high-majors all over him.  He is comfortable in this gym as he was huge in Brad Beal Elite's run to a 16U Peach Jam crown on the same floor last summer.  Good looking shooter that has a free and easy stroke.  The quickness and athleticism getting on the offensive boards for tip slams was impressive including one early in the game that has the gym buzzing.  Scored 9 points.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1422770"],"_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-67c8e8fdb9de9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Randall had some flashes in their game against Link.  The center rebounded the ball well in traffic.  Liked how he was active defensively and willing to get on the ground for loose balls including one which led to a dunk for him.  Needs to continue to work on finishing more consistently, but tools are there.  Randall had 6 points.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1150824"],"_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-67c8e8fdb9e4c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">House is a combo guard that is looking to score.  Likes to get in the mid-range for jumpers shaking defenders into shots or using turnarounds shots in the lane.  Also can attack the cup with athleticism converting through and drawing contact.  He had 12 points.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- 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