Hard Work Region Finals: Max’s Wing Standouts

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Seven of the wings who impressed in the games I saw over the weekend at the Prep Hoops Hard Work Region Finals!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2833959"],"_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-6836fd7c5fc81"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Cedric made one varsity appearance as a sophomore for Anoka, but looks like a prospect to keep an eye on over the next two years there. Running with Real Phenom, he showed a nose for the rim, and was getting there consistently off the dribble against E.A.T. Hoops. At 6'3 he has a nice frame out on the wing, and the ability to finish with either hand at the rim. Can quickly change directions off the dribble to get by defenders on his way to the basket. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2140577"],"_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-6836fd7c5fce4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Carson has some intriguing potential as a prospect. He has a long and wiry 6'4 frame out on the wing, and moves well at his size to make plays off the dribble. Carson had a nice hesitation move that allowed him to freeze his defender before blowing by him to finish at the rim, and also showcased a dangerous mid-range jumper throughout the game. His ability to get to his spots off the dribble combined with a high release point at 6'4 makes it tough to stop when he gets into his pull-up game. Long frame helps him defend a number of spots on the floor and make plays up in the passing lanes out on the wing.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2432845"],"_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-6836fd7c5fd2d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Running with Minnesota Lightning over the weekend, Jayden showed how he averaged just shy of 27 points per game during his senior season. At 6'6 he has plenty of size out on the wing, and is an explosive athlete who can fly to the rim. Had a steal picking up full court and exploded to the rim for a two handed dunk. Throughout the game he was beating guys up in the floor for transition, and showed a quick first step to beat opposing wings to the rim with a straight line drive. Plays off two feet off the drive, allowing him to stay under control and keep his options open to kick it out if needed.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2836953"],"_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-6836fd7c5fd73"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Weston is a high flyer on this [program_tooltip program_id='2075672' first='Minnesota' last='Fury'] 15u team. Someone capable of making plays without dribbling, he's a very good cutter and sprints the floor hard in transition. In the quarterfinals he slashed along the baseline to catch an alley-oop dunk in a half-court set, showcasing his explosive athleticism as just a freshman. Throughout the weekend he found ways to get to the rim, and finished just about everything inside. Utilizes shot fakes to get guys in the air and draw fouls, even capitalizing with some and-one finishes inside. He played a key role in helping lead his team to the 15u title.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2575625"],"_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-6836fd7c5fdb6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Avandre is a defensive difference maker for his Minnesota Comets team. At 6'4 he has an extremely long frame, and stands out as a shot blocker. He has the mobility to move his feet out on the perimeter, and to also hustle into spots to make plays at the rim. Had a handful of blocks in the game I watched, showing perfect timing to elevate and get a piece of the ball without fouling. Offensively he can step out and stretch the floor from three, and has the fluidity to weave through defenders in the open floor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1289145"],"_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-6836fd7c5fdf5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Ahmir has one of the best pull-up jumpers in Wisconsin. With a very long/wiry frame, he has a high release point that makes it tough for defenders to contest when he gets to his spots. Plays with a ton of confidence, and is always in attack mode offensively. Against Power Circle he drained a handful of outside jumpers, and also got to the rim to make plays off two feet. Defensively he swatted some shots at the rim using that impressive wingspan to make plays on that end as well. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2400080"],"_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-6836fd7c5fe34"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Nolan is in the mold of a big wing/stretch four, able to make plays on the perimeter or in the paint. At 6'5 he has a smooth outside jumper, is comfortable handling the ball, and can take smaller wings/forwards into the paint and go to work with his back to the basket. He always seemed to be under control, and couldn't get sped up on the ball. Defensively he did a nice job of walling up around the rim, able to get a piece of the shot and still come down with the rebound. Do-it-all prospect in the 2028 class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->