Players who exploded during the Playoffs

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Arkansas basketball state playoffs are winding down to a conclusion in Hot Springs. In this article, we will highlight several players who have had tremendous playoff performances. Here are several players to watch out for and take note of this offseason.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2258010' first='Jayce' last='Tillman']-Combo Guard-Maumelle-6'4” 2025</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>&nbsp;[player_tooltip player_id='2258010' first='Jayce' last='Tillman'] has showcased his high motor throughout the playoffs. He has done a great job of staying active on both ends of the floor. He does an excellent job of distributing the basketball and finding the open teammate for an easy basket. Tillman hits jumpers from all areas with impressive consistency. Meanwhile, he is unselfish with the basketball and is a player to watch out for in Hot Springs this weekend.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2390531' first='DJ' last='Hudson']-Power Forward-Springdale-6'7” 2026</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2390531' first='DJ' last='Hudson'] is a player who can take a game over in the paint on both ends of the floor. He does a great job of being able to work his way into the paint, absorb the contact, and finish above the rim. Meanwhile, he plays tight defense and will force opposing players to alter shots and make a pass. Hudson has had a strong tournament and he is a player to watch out for in Hot Springs in the 6-A state championship game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2475029' first='Rylen' last='Brown']-Power Forward-Cedar Ridge-6'7” 2027</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2475029' first='Rylen' last='Brown'] has the versatility to play multiple positions on the floor for Cedar Ridge. Brown is another prospect who can get in the paint and finish around the rim. Meanwhile, he has the range to step out beyond the arc and knock down a deep three-pointer. Brown works well on the defensive end and is not afraid to battle for boards and force turnovers. Over the next couple of seasons, Brown is a prospect who is going to continue to open plenty of eyes.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2926501' first='Anthony' last='Hester'] Jr.-Combo Guard-Little Rock Mills-6'6” 2026</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2926501' first='Anthony' last='Hester'] is a prospect who can play multiple positions on the floor. He is a player who handles the ball well and gets into the paint with ease. Hester has no trouble creating his own shot. However, he is unselfish with the basketball and does not mind making the extra pass to an open teammate. He stays active on both ends of the floor and is a player to watch out for in Hot Springs this week in the state championship game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->