Prep Hoops 2K25: Max’s Day Three Standouts

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Seven of the top performers I saw on Sunday at Prep Hoops 2K25!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2857125"],"_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-68754df0e6ed7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Oliver's showing against [program_tooltip program_id='2075449' first='East' last='Metro Bounce'] on Sunday was the best I've seen the 6'9 big play. It took him a bit to get into the game, but in the second half he began taking over for his team. He showed a quick spin into a right handed hook shot on multiple occasions, made a Dirk-style fadeaway jumper while being fouled, and slid into position to block a handful of shots throughout the game. Flick has some strength on his frame, and moves pretty well at 6'9, able to get up and down the floor with ease, and move his feet to make plays at the rim. He's been showing flashes all spring/summer, and will look to turn those flashes into consistent production moving forward.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2386579"],"_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-68754df0e6f5f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Devon helped lead [program_tooltip program_id='2502936' first='UTC' last='Fire'] to a 4-0 record over the weekend, and on Sunday was dropping dimes to lead his team past [program_tooltip program_id='2075674' first='Minnesota' last='Heat']. He showcased a shifty handle to blow by his initial defender, and from there was able to dish it off to a teammate stepping in around the rim for easy finishes. Sag off and Devon proved to be able to hit the three with consistency. When he wasn't dropping no-look dimes or putting points on the board for himself, Devon stood out with his vocal leadership on the floor for his team.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2140675"],"_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-68754df0e6fd7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Owen had a huge game for [program_tooltip program_id='2075672' first='Minnesota' last='Fury'] in a win over Iowa Prep on Sunday. The 6'4 wing was hitting three after three, likely approaching 30+ points for the game. A lot of it came from his off-ball movement, as Owen was constantly finding pockets of space to catch and shoot without needing any dribbles to get his shots off. Had a handful of finishes in transition, including a play where he swatted a jump-shot and took the ball coast-to-coast for two points. Promising 2027 prospect with size at 6'4 to go along with shooting touch out on the wing.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2431609"],"_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-68754df0e704c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Isaan had a nice showing for [program_tooltip program_id='2075674' first='Minnesota' last='Heat'] on Sunday. He was crashing the offensive glass hard, and came up with a handful of putback buckets throughout the game. Used his long 6'6 frame to keep the ball high, and showed a quick second bounce to go right back up for two points. Physically he fits the mold of a next level prospect with his long frame, impressive agility at his size, and athleticism to run the floor hard. Isaan showed flashes of being able to beat opposing forwards off the dribble, and used his length to come up with a couple of blocked shots defensively.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2121346"],"_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-68754df0e70c1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">In a back and forth game, Henry hit some clutch shots to give [program_tooltip program_id='2075449' first='East' last='Metro Bounce'] a win over [program_tooltip program_id='2075685' first='Minnesota' last='Select'] Horn. The lefty guard was able to create space with ease off the dribble, and drained a number of deep threes throughout the game. Good change of pace and a quick release on his jumper made him difficult for defenders to guard. He brings toughness to the floor defensively, isn't afraid to compete against bigger players for boards, and showed the strength to power through contact for some tough finishes inside.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1560777"],"_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-68754df0e7134"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1560777' first='Nathan' last='Ramler'] does a lot of the little things for his [program_tooltip program_id='2075672' first='Minnesota' last='Fury'] Reyes team. Offensively he's constantly moving without the ball, setting hard screens to free up his teammates or making quick cuts from the dunker spot to receive a dump off pass. Nathan had a handful of lay-ups in the first half when his team's offense was otherwise struggling, helping to keep them in the game before making a second half comeback. Someone who just goes out and defends hard, rebounds the ball, and always seems to be in the right place at the right time.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2224519"],"_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-68754df0e71a5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">One of the most entertaining players of the weekend was [player_tooltip player_id='2224519' first='Kargie' last='Cooper'] of [program_tooltip program_id='2502936' first='UTC' last='Fire']. The long and explosive wing came in off the bench and immediately made an impact in a win over [program_tooltip program_id='2075674' first='Minnesota' last='Heat']. He took flight for an alley-oop dunk, sprinted the floor for another transition dunk, and was slashing to the basket for some finishes in the half-court. Has a long and wiry frame combined with bounce that helps him play a bit bigger than his size. At his best slashing to the rim, but showed he can hit the open three off the catch when left in space.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->