MoKan Elite-Brad Beal Elite Peach Jam Observations

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>One of the best rivalries in the Nike EYBL circuit is when MoKan Elite and [program_tooltip program_id='2075324' first='Brad' last='Beal Elite'] hook up. Both of these programs are mainstays on the circuit and have enjoyed much success as two of the Nike's Midwest region bellwethers.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[program_tooltip program_id='2075324' first='Brad' last='Beal Elite'] won the first meeting during the regular season in May. The rematch was held on early Friday afternoon during the last day of pool play of the Nike Peach Jam in North Augusta, S.C. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This time, it was MoKan Elite which came away with a 80-69 victory. They came out on fire as they built a 22-8 lead after the first quarter. [program_tooltip program_id='2075324' first='Brad' last='Beal Elite'] battled their way back and eventually took a brief 50-47 lead in the third quarter. However, MoKan responded with a 28-8 run to take control of the game. The had things cooking from their perimeter with their 3-point shooting while their bigs controlled the action in the paint. It was an impressive performance. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Despite the loss, [program_tooltip program_id='2075324' first='Brad' last='Beal Elite'] was still able to advance to the quarterfinal round, which will begin on Saturday. They will play Team Durant at 12:30 (CT).</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here are a few brief observations on the standouts on both teams.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>MOKAN ELITE</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Jalen Montonati: The 6'8" forward from Oklahoma was on fire from start to finish as he scored a game-high 29 points. He was knocking down 3-pointers early to help MoKan build its early lead. When BBE fought back to take the lead, he started knocking down shots again as his confidence was riding high.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1850526' first='Tristan' last='Reed']: The 6'9" 2026 power forward who is headed to Link Academy finished with 14 points. He established the paint early by getting deep position, throwing in a few dunks and getting to the free throw line. He also hit a beautiful jump hook along the baseline. He also hustled down the court on a number of rim runs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Ethan Taylor: The 7'0" center whose headed to Link Academy had a strong performance with 11 points and a game-high 15 rebounds. He had a couple of touches where he made a nice drop step move and threw down a slam dunk. He was also running the court and blocking shots. He was really willing his size on a smaller BBE team.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Isaiah Wilks: The 5'9" point guard from Oklahoma scored 16 points, which included a number of timely perimeter jumpers over the course of the game. He made a couple of 3-pointers and he was creating buckets at all three levels. He showed some wiggle in getting into the lane and he also scored on a nice fadeaway jumper from 15 feet.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[program_tooltip program_id='2075324' first='Brad' last='Beal Elite']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1557399' first='Sheek' last='Pearson']: The 6'11" Marquette commit has been playing banged up, but he had a strong 19-point showing against a very big MoKan front line. He was wearing the rim out with a number of slam dunks. He is an excellent rim-runner and lob threat. He also hit a 3-pointer which gave BBE its first lead of the game in the third quarter. He is also a strong rim protector.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2352805' first='Quentin' last='Coleman']: The 6'3" 206 guard from Principia scored 13 points of five of 10 shooting from the field. Coleman has been a national stock riser at the Peach Jam with a pair of 20+ point outings this week. His jumper looks smooth and he's scored on some twisting drives in the lane.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Jamison White: The 6'8" 2026 forward from East St. Louis finished with 13 points and eight rebounds. His stock is also on the rise with a number of strong performances in Augusta. He has done an excellent job of driving the ball at opposing bigs to take advantage of his foot quickness. He was also hitting the elbow jumper</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->