2031's Ending Their Summers on a High Note

The Class of 2031 may still be early in their development, but a number of young hoopers closed out the summer season with momentum and confidence. Whether it was strong showings at late tournaments, flashes of skill growth, or standout moments against older competition, these rising prospects made sure their names stayed in the mix heading into the fall. From crafty guards showing advanced feel for the game to active bigs and versatile wings making their presence felt on both ends, this group of 2031's made clear statements in the final stretch of summer. Here are a handful of 2031 prospects who finished the summer strong and made a lasting impression.    Christian Bell is a freakish athlete with top tier physical tools and a relentless motor. A true one-man defensive anchor, he controls the game as a weak-side shot blocker with impeccable timing and anticipation. Bell covers ground with intensity, exploding into blocks and contest both near and far from his vicinity. On the glass, Bell is as dominant as they come, cleaning up rebounds on both ends with aggression, giving his team second-chance looks while leaving no chance for his opponent to get a hand on the ball. Offensively, he's effective all over the post, operating from the high, low, or pinch post with face-ups, back-downs, and go-to spin moves. He's fluid and powerful, using high pick-ups and quick footwork to score through traffic.      Relentless downhill attacker who can get into the paint and score at will, using his strength to absorb contact and finish through traffic. Quick twitch handles, Holland's first step is a blur with fluid counter footwork. He's particularly dangerous in straight-line drives, where his blend of strength and dribbling skills make him consistently difficult to contain. his size and ability to collapse defenses allows him to excel as a playmaker both for himself and others. Holland truly thrives in isolation, transition, early offense, and off the catch where he can overpower smaller guards. As a jumpshooter he's threat who picks and chooses his spots well often pulling up within the flow of things and catching and shooting off ball rotations.     PJ Rose is a fundamentally sound yet raw guard with a sky-high ceiling. Rose seems to be developing into a long, fluid, and instinctive lead guards already flashing qualities of a combo-guard's scoring skillset and a true point guard's feel for the game. Rose thrives in up-tempo settings, navigating tight windows and creating efficient looks with his pace and ball control. His handle is crisp and compact, each dribble intentional and purposeful using go-to spins, behind-the-backs, and change of pace to keep defenders on his backside. Rose doesn't over-dribble or stall the offense and already shows poise as both a scorer and facilitator. The potential to be a complete floor general is clearly in reach.     A true matchup nightmare at his age with a very mature three level scoring arsenal. Amos Littles stands out immediately for his advanced scoring package that mirrors the poise and polish of players far beyond his years. He operates with a natural feel for spacing and timing, showing an ability to score in multiple ways, often creating just enough separation for straight line drives, soft-touch floaters, step-backs, or controlled mid-range and long-range jumpers. Littles doesn't rush, he's precise and patient with his game, surveying defenders, reading help, and countering with quick shot selections off the dribble. His body control through contact and ability to finish with either hand around the rim highlight his early physical coordination.     With hair the color of fire and a jumper to match, this kid doesn't just heat up, he ignites. Every shot he lets fly feels like it was pulled straight from a flamethrower, torching nets and scorching defenders who dare to go under screens or sag off. In transition, if Banks sees defenders under the perimeter he's pulling up with no hesitation. Against closeouts, he's pump fake escaping or side stepping into a rhythm three. No matter what, when he spots space he shoots it with confidence.     [player_tooltip player_id='2854586' first='Austin' last=''] Abney plays with sharp instincts, quick thinking, and a high-level feel for the game. His touch around the rim is impeccable, creative, acrobatic, and smooth, using reverses, up-and-unders, and midair adjustments to finish in traffic. He consistently plays off two feet, utilizing jump stops and pro-hops to collapse defenses and create space inside. As a facilitator, Abney showcases exceptional court vision, constantly looking to advance the ball, thread the needle to cutters, or swing it for the extra pass. His playmaking prowess elevates each teammate around him, rewarding movement with pinpoint dimes in stride.     Andrus Green is a cerebral, high-IQ floor general who consistently makes the right read. He plays with precision, advancing the ball quickly in transition, delivering cross-court skips with his live dribble, and creating drive-and-kick looks by drawing help defenders. Green's handle is tight and efficient, no wasted movement, nothing extra and nearly unpluckable. He runs the show with poise, awareness, and a clear sense of pace, always keeping the offense a step ahead.

The Class of 2031 may still be early in their development, but a number of young hoopers closed out the summer season with momentum and confidence. Whether it was strong showings at late tournaments, flashes of skill growth, or standout moments against older competition, these rising prospects made sure their names stayed in the mix heading into the fall. From crafty guards showing advanced feel for the game to active bigs and versatile wings making their presence felt on both ends, this group of 2031's made clear statements in the final stretch of summer. Here are a handful of 2031 prospects who finished the summer strong and made a lasting impression.