2028 Prospects Making Noise at the TABC Showcase

The future of Texas basketball was on full display at the TABC Showcase, and the Class of 2028 wasted no time proving they belong in the conversation. From guards with advanced pace and feel to athletic wings and physically ready bigs, several 2028 prospects elevated their stock with confident, high-impact performances across the weekend. Here's a breakdown of some of the Class of 2028 standouts who saw their stock rise after a strong showing at the TABC Showcase.    [player_tooltip player_id='2546876' first='Gavin' last='Peck'] put on a masterclass in vision, passing precision, feel for the game, and creativity as he made impressive high level reads with the ball that created the fastbreaks with his pass-ahead abilities to hit guys up the floor. Peck delivered every type of pass, skip passes off the live dribble, one-handed lasers to corner shooters, wraparounds in the pocket, and soft lobs over the top from a variety of angles and foot placements. Great footwork in triple threat, off the catch, and off the dribble where he displayed well-balanced, squared dribbles and smooth between-the-legs moves with exceptional control and rhythm in his handle. [player_tooltip player_id='2546876' first='Gavin' last='Peck'] utilized his dribbling prowess to shift his weight, reset angles, and freeze defenders mid-possession. Elite body control anytime he touched the paint, Peck was able to make incredible dimes from awkward angles and still hit his teammates in their shooting pocket. Very high basketball IQ, as he saw plays ahead of time allowing him to set up teammates on a play to play basis, making everyone around him better.     [player_tooltip player_id='2436969' first='Ephriam' last='Moore'] is the most unique in Texas' 2028 class. Moore is a left-handed, agile big man with an advanced college-ready frame and elite upside. His offensive package includes soft touch around the rim, outstanding timing as a finisher and shot blocker, and surprisingly high-level facilitation skills for a center. Moore is the kind of frontcourt talent you can run an offense through, handling dribble handoffs, initiating sets, or passing out of the high post with vision and anticipation.     Arguably the top catch-and-shoot artist in Texas' 2028 class. Groom displayed picture-perfect mechanics and footwork, stepping or hopping into shots with poise and zero wasted motion. Whether in transition, off a relocation, or deep beyond the arc, Groom was shot-ready and delivered consistently. He had a stretch where he knocked down three straight bombs from nearly 30 feet out showing effortless range with pristine balance and follow-through. An unconscious, elite-level sniper who alters the spacing of the floor.     [player_tooltip player_id='2503742' first='Madden' last='Hill'] put on a dribbling masterclass. He showed the purest crossover I've seen in a while, precise, tight, low, and shifty. With his handles and shot creation IQ Hill was able to penetrate and shoot off the dribble at will, showing a high level scoring presence and instincts. When operating as a lead ball-handler, [player_tooltip player_id='2503742' first='Madden' last='Hill'] controlled the tempo with precision while playing with a natural cadence, changing speeds and lulling defenders to sleep before exploding into ball screens or isolation attacks. When the game was on the line he took over and closed it out with great shot selections, knocking down high elevation middies and driving strong to the basket to for inside-hand finishes.     Fearless volume shooter who embraced the moment whenever his number was called. Cordova-Giles came off the bench with a green light and the confidence to fire from anywhere. Whether shooting off the catch, off the bounce, off-balance, or heavily contested, his mechanics remained consistent, and his high-arching release gave his shots a true shooter's touch.     Explosive offensive initiator with a strong grasp of tempo and game flow. Clark played with purpose, setting the tone early by establishing structure within the offense and getting everyone involved. Clark's court awareness and ability to lead from the point guard position made him a constant game-changing presence.     A shifty lefty who knows how to get downhill by attacking the hip of his defender with a low, physical dribble. Buckmon created consistent separation with minimal space, elevating into tough pull-up threes off the bounce. His comfort shooting through contests and his ability to knock down high-difficulty looks made him one of the more dangerous perimeter threats on the floor.

The future of Texas basketball was on full display at the TABC Showcase, and the Class of 2028 wasted no time proving they belong in the conversation. From guards with advanced pace and feel to athletic wings and physically ready bigs, several 2028 prospects elevated their stock with confident, high-impact performances across the weekend. Here's a breakdown of some of the Class of 2028 standouts who saw their stock rise after a strong showing at the TABC Showcase.