Spring Stock Risers – The Wings II

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The <em>Spring Stock Risers</em> series continues with a look at some wings that have made noise in New England.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Each of the five prospects listed below has found a way to make an impact on game this spring that has gained the recognition of college coaches.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2510362"],"_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-6830ec243b2f0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Eason, a versatile wing out of <em>St. Paul's School</em>, has continued to impress with his well-rounded offensive game while playing with the <em>Middlesex Magic</em> this spring. He's getting to the hoop whenever he wants off the bounce, is finishing plays above the rim in traffic, and continues to knock down shots at a high clip. His versatility, being able to play with or without the basketball in his hands, continues to stand out. Defensively, he can guard up and down a lineup and, as he's added strength, has improved his effort on the defensive glass.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1958489"],"_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-6830ec243b379"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Walters, a high scoring wing out of <em>Brewster Academy</em>, has been a standout this spring while running with the <em>Alabama Fusion</em>. A gifted scorer with terrific positional size, he has the ability to get baskets at all three levels. While he's really good when he can get out in transition, he's continued to improve as an isolation scorer, showing the ability to quickly get into his shot off the bounce. He defends well on the perimeter, using his length to his advantage on the ball, and shows goods instincts when making plays in passing lanes.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2407052"],"_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-6830ec243b46d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Merrick, an explosive athlete out of the <em>Hotchkiss School</em>, has been a two-way standout this spring playing for the <em>New York Jayhawks</em>. He immediately stands out when he takes the floor as he has an incredibly strong frame and pops athletically. He moves well laterally, can really get up and down the floor, and plays with great effort on both ends. He continues to improve as a jump shooter and adds that to an offensive arsenal that includes good instincts as an off-ball cutter and the ability to make plays off the bounce. Defensively, he has stopper ability at multiple positions.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2716640"],"_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-6830ec243b4e4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Rodrigues, a talented scorer out of <em>Attleboro</em>, has started to string together some of his best basketball for <em>Team Sims</em> on the UA Rise circuit. A true, three level scorer, he has a quick release on his jump shot and has proven to be a crafty finisher around the rim. He makes good decisions off the bounce, showing solid floor vision and the ability to get to his spots in the half-court. His athleticism shines when he can get out and make plays in space. On the other end, he's a strong rebounder and does a nice job of creating steals and deflections in passing lanes.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2341415"],"_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-68312088a0735"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Avery-Turner, a versatile wing out of the <em>MacDuffie School</em>, has impressed with his two-way play for the <em>New York Lightning</em>. He has the ability to make plays off the bounce, can knock down shots in catch and shoot situations, and is an impressive and athletic finisher when he attacks the rim. His ability to make plays off the bounce continues to improve, as does his feel for the game on the offensive end of the floor. He's a solid two-way rebounder, can defend up and down a position, and has a high level IQ in team defensive schemes.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->