PH Live: Under the Radar Prospects

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This is probably the list I'm most looking forward to publishing this week. In addition to my top performers and defenders, there were many players In watched for the first time that have flown under the radar in their classes. Here's a look at some of them.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Tyus Grier</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Lengthy 6'4” forward for Hoopademix that has tons of upside. Super efficient rebounder when watching him and forced numerous tough shots defensively. Also added a pair of blocks vs Ignite. Other parts to his game need some improvement. But the long-term potential shouldn't go unnoticed.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Kenyon Grant</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Top-60 player in North Dakota showcased a broad skillset this weekend. Pushes the tempo with the ball which feared tons of scoring chances. Underrated vision as a playmaker and defender. Even buried a contested 3-pointer. I didn't see him make one bad decision vs Get Better Saturday morning.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2865218' first='Tommy' last='Dwyer']</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Dwyer has the ability to develop into a 3-and-d wing that makes a big difference. He was arguably the best shooter in this matchup vs PACK with at least seven 3-pointers. More were contested than not. Rebounding ability is underrated, too. Snagged a few boards in this game over taller, more physical defenders. Which is something I normally don't see.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Durant Stokes</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Stokes impressed me with his length and versatility as a forward on both ends. I love his ability to back down defenders in the post and use long strides to reach the rim. His midrange abilities are just as impressive. Has a smooth baseline jumper vs [program_tooltip program_id='2078449' first='Meanstreets' last=''] early in that game. His ability to win on the glass made a huge difference in that game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2389292' first='Troy' last='Ford']</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>He's the younger brother of Tristian. Mobile two-way threat with a unique skillset. Like the length at his disposal to be a frustrating defender, and he showcased that in the action I watched this weekend. I like the midrange capabilities he displayed on Sunday, too. It'll be very intriguing to see how he evolves over the coming years.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2837250' first='<strong>Zeid</strong>' last='<strong>Nidaye</strong>']</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Inside scorers need to watch out. 6'7” 2028 F has so much length and versatility at his disposal. Got to watch him vs FVV elite, where he absolutely dominated on the interior. Won almost every rebound battle. Keeping plays alive and wonning second-chance opportunities. Also blocked numerous shots down low. He's not a player you should take lightly on the low block.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->