Region 5 – Predictions And Players

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Region 5 in Division 1 caught my eye when looking at the brackets. There's some very interesting matchups and some teams making memorable playoff runs. We're going to give you prediction and some players to watch in Region 5.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>REGIONAL SEMIFINALS</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>LINCOLN PARK VS. TEMPERANCE BEDFORD</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Lincoln Park has won 17 of their last 18 game with a total record of 21-3. It's hard to pick against that. They have a variety of skill sets in their lineup, which can make them very hard to matchup with. That being said, Bedford is playing their best basketball and have reeled off 4 straight wins. Plus Bedford has their own version of an outside-in combo with a couple of All-SEC Red players.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Prediction - Lincoln Park</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>DEARBORN VS. DETROIT MARTIN LUTHER KING</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>These are 2 high quality teams that tested themselves with impressive regular season schedules. Dearborn comes in with a record of 20-4 and winners of 8 of their last 9 games. Meanwhile Detroit MLK carries a record of 19-4 and have won 9 of their last 10. Dearborn has stars and shooters in the backcourt while Detroit MLK has gritty defenders and tough forwards. This should be a very entertaining game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Prediction - Detroit Martin Luther King</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>CHAMPIONSHIP:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>LINCOLN PARK VS. DETROIT MARTIN LUTHER KING</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This game would offer a little of everything. Top notch 2 way guards, athletic scoring lead guards and physically imposing post players. Buckle up if this game comes to fruition.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Prediction - Detroit Martin Luther King</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>PLAYERS TO WATCH:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2736345"],"_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-67c5b927d6a7f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The number next to his name doesn't do justice to his game. Haqq has had a breakout season and a consistent high level contributor. He's fluid with the ball and can create looks at the rim from gliding into change of direction.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Jace Williams","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2025","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"null","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"77248","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Bedford","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67c5b927d6b33"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Williams was named as a 1st Team All SEC Red player. He had some explosive scoring games this season and is capable of putting up points in this game. But Williams has also shown the ability to be diverse in his game and touch every corner of the stat sheet.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2725419"],"_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-67c5b927d6b80"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Mashhour has shown the ability to take over games. He has a next level frame and he knows how to use it, showing the ability to play over top or through his defender depending on matchups. Mashhour is a true multi level scorer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1805261"],"_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-67c5b927d6bc5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1805261' first='Steven' last='Jones'] is one of the most skilled guards in the class of 2026. He's a versatile defender, which will serve him and his team very well in this region. Jones has fast feet that he can and will utilize on both ends of the floor. He has am impressive combination of strength and ball skills. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->