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<p>The PrepHoops Oregon Freshman Showcase took place on Sunday morning and many of the state's top incoming high school players were at the Beaverton Hoop YMCA for some high-level competition. This week, we take a look at our scouting notes for each individual roster, breaking down this huge crop of talent player-by-player. Here's a look at Team Three:</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2910097' first='Victor' last='Norris III']</strong> <strong>(2029 Grant) </strong>– Norris stood out as a long, athletic shot-maker who could score in a variety of ways on Sunday. He handled the ball comfortably for his size and consistently looked like one of the most polished all-around players on the floor.<br></p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2615545' first='Lukas' last='Acevedo']</strong> <strong>(2029 Barlow)</strong> – Acevedo played with noticeable quickness and brought energy to his team in the backcourt. He showed the ability to push the pace and create opportunities with his speed and decision-making.<br></p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2947903' first='Ayaan' last='Shaik']</strong> <strong>(2029 St. Mary's School) </strong>– Shaik offered a strong blend of size and athleticism, making him a tough matchup on both ends. He showed confidence shooting from the perimeter, proving he can contribute as a floor spacer.<br></p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2928160' first='Casey' last='Huddleston']</strong> <strong>(2029 Franklin) </strong>– Huddleston brought good size for a guard and used it to his advantage as a physical presence in the backcourt. He competed well on both ends and showed flashes of playmaking ability.<br></p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2791694' first='Nehemiah' last='Gabriel'] (2029 South Eugene)</strong> – Gabriel ran the floor smoothly as a facilitating ball-handler with high basketball IQ. He operated with poise on the offensive end, making smart decisions and setting up teammates for quality looks.<br></p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2949389' first='Max' last='Rabin']</strong> <strong>(2029 Lakeridge)</strong> – Rabin's length at 6-foot-4 allowed him to shoot over defenders and create mismatches. He showed a smooth release and the ability to rise into his jumper with confidence.<br></p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2950025' first='Fethi' last='Yusuf']</strong> <strong>(2029 David Douglas) </strong>– Yusuf displayed a solid outside jumper and had spring in his step that translated on both ends of the court. His athleticism made him a factor in the open floor. <br><br><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2892138' first='Josiah' last='Thompson']</strong> <strong>(2029 Sunset)</strong> – Thompson impressed with his handle, consistently breaking down defenders with dribble combinations. His ability to create separation off the bounce and his overall feel made him a standout guard.</p>
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The PrepHoops Oregon Freshman Showcase took place on Sunday morning and many of the state's top incoming high school players were at the Beaverton Hoop YMCA for some high-level competition. This week, we take a look at our scouting notes for each individual roster, breaking down this huge crop of talent player-by-player. Here's a look at Team Three:
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