NEPSAC Big Board: Scorer Creators

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Next up in our <em>NEPSAC Big Board</em> series are the <em>Scorer Creators</em>!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The <em>Scorer Creators</em> are prospects that flat out know how to get a basket. It doesn't matter if they operate primarily with the ball in their hands or without it, as soon as they get a touch, the defense knows they're looking to get a bucket.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>NBA Player Comp: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2341363"],"_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-68ace319d037e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Egbuonu was one of the top performers on the travel circuit this summer while playing with <em>BABC</em>. The <em>Lawrence Academy</em> wing is a powerful athlete, versatile defender, and high IQ decision maker. Long known for his physical gifts, he's made major strides with his skill in the last year, becoming one of the most consistent and efficient scorers in the country. His ability to score at all three levels stands out, as does the evolution of his shot creation ability in isolation situations. He's a guy that can get 20 a night on a low volume due to his efficiency and shot selection. A high major recruit, he's lined up visits this fall to <strong><em>Boston College</em></strong>, <strong><em>Georgetown</em></strong>, <strong><em>Providence</em></strong>, <strong><em>Stanford</em></strong>, <strong><em>Florida State</em></strong>, and <strong><em>Auburn</em></strong>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2341299"],"_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-68ace319d03db"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Chess wrapped up a strong summer with the <em>Middlesex Magic</em> by announcing his commitment to <strong><em>Marist</em></strong>. The <em>St. George's</em> guard has been a name to know in New England for a while now, but continued to impress and improve this summer. He's got a powerful frame and plus athleticism, but has improved as much as anyone in the skill department over the last two years. He has the ability to play on or off the ball, knocks down shots in catch and shoot situations, and does a great job of getting out and attacking the rim in transition. What's set him apart in recent months is his ability to create scoring looks in isolation situations, where his combination of athleticism, power, skill, and touch make him a dangerous scorer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2234395"],"_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-68ace319d0432"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Callahan has a chance to be a breakout prospect this winter after transferring into the region from <em>Iona Prep</em>. The <em>St. Thomas More</em> wing has good positional size, the strength to finish plays through contact at the rim, and a nice stroke from behind the arc. He's got a scorers mentality and does a nice job of picking his spots of when he hunts his and lets the game come to him. He's got a quick first step and the ability to elevate into his jumper in the mid-range, allowing him to get into his shot at any time. He scores it in transition, in the half-court, from the perimeter, and in the paint. He gained interest from some impressive programs when the contact period began, including <strong><em>Notre Dame</em></strong>, <strong><em>Syracuse</em></strong>, and <strong><em>VCU</em></strong>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2470874"],"_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-68ace319d047d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Costello was a major stock riser coming out of the scholastic period, where he impressed with his offensive versatility. The <em>Rivers School</em> guard stands out with his advanced feel for the game and ability to play at different speeds. He's a bigger guard that can operate on or off the ball, but shows a real instinct for scoring when he gets it in his hands. He's a quality perimeter shooter that seemingly benefits from his jumper opening up the floor for him to score at other levels. He has good positional size, some creativity as a finisher around the rim, and the ability to create his own shot off the bounce. On top of all that, he plays with a chip on his shoulder and isn't afraid to call for the ball when a basket is needed.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2571872"],"_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-68ace319d04c7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Hadden is one of the top underclassmen in the region and has the chance to make an impact at the highest level of prep ball this winter. The <em>CATS Academy</em> wing has been a name to know in New England since he entered middle school, but took his game to another level this summer. The improvements he made as a creator with the ball in his hands really stood out, pushing his game further onto the wing and away from just being a post finisher. He has a sturdy frame, good athletic pop, and the ability to go by defenders off the bounce. He's impressed as a downhill driver and is now making shots from behind the arc in catch and shoot situations, as well as off the bounce, turning himself into a true three level scorer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Keep an eye out for our next <em>NEPSAC Big Board</em> article on <em>Off-Ball Hybrids</em>!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->