Twin Cities Takedown: Jack’s 16U Standouts

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here are the seven 16U prospects that impressed on day two of the Prep Hoops Twin Cities Takedown at Maple Grove! </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2126474"],"_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-680fdb4223031"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Kamar was easily the best player on the floor in both games I saw him in on Saturday. The 6'4” guard's athleticism was on full display, with some high flying dunks in the open floor. He really impressed me creating shots for himself off the dribble, hitting on some tough turnaround and stepback shots from deep. Thomas was able to use his size and athleticism to work inside, converting through traffic as well.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":[2126470],"_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-680fdb42230c5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Milton was nearly impossible to stop from getting downhill on Saturday. He attacks the basket with so much aggression and is able to maintain control when finishing at full speed. He was at his best when getting to right hand layups and was able to use his strong 6'1” frame to absorb contact from larger defenders. Nuahn showed some flashes of perimeter scoring with a little bit of outside shooting as well.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2829793"],"_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-680fdb422313d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Avynn was one of the hardest workers I saw all weekend, being a game wrecker on the boards. The 6'5” forward was not the biggest nor the most athletic most of the time on the floor, but he was able to generate so many second chance opportunities for his team. This led to some finishes through contact for himself, as well as some open looks on the perimeter for his teammates. Ryba is a player I'd love to have on my team, as he thrives in doing the dirty work inside.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2824358"],"_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-680fdb42231ad"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Nicholas absolutely dominated at moments in the one game I saw him in, controlling the painted area. The 6'7” sophomore forward has exceptional athleticism and it was on full display on both ends of the floor. He rose up for some big time blocks, providing an elite interior defensive presence. Taylor also threw down a huge two-handed dunk in the half court, really catching my eye.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2424180"],"_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-680fdb422321f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Grant was his teammate's go-to option every time when kicking out to the perimeter. The 2027 guard has a knock down jump shot, letting it fly when given any space. His range extends deep beyond the three-point line and needed to be accounted for at all times by the defense. Hansen was bringing maximum effort on the defensive end as well, flying around the floor, jumping passing lanes in [program_tooltip program_id='2075485' first='Gain' last='Elite']'s full-court trap.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2126472"],"_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-680fdb422328d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Owen had stretches in both games on Saturday, where he could take over with his perimeter shooting. There were two instances where he connected on three or more outside shots in the matter of a couple minutes. He has a quick jumper that can catch the defense off guard and has the confidence to let it fly at any given moment. Counce is a very smart guard that brings a lot to the table with ball handling and shooting.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2780787"],"_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-680fdb42232f9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Jenovic was not a player I was very familiar with headed into this weekend, but he really grabbed my attention. The sophomore forward out of Fridley stands at 6'4” and has a very built frame. His athleticism was undeniable, as he was a beast in the paint. He made a major difference with his rebounding and overall interior presence on both ends of the floor. He was battling down low for some tough finishes inside, as well as making some highlight reel blocks.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->