The Expo: Stretch Forwards Elevating Their Game to New Heights

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Expo in Colorado gave us an inside scoop on who has improved their game the most. Consisting of a mix of incoming juniors and seniors, everyone fought hard for second-chance opportunities and battled each possession down the court. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Stretch forwards are essential in spacing the floor and attacking the rim, so here are a few names to keep on your radar from the Expo's action this past Sunday. Let's talk about it. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2382304"],"_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-68cb3a3a3b8e3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2382304' first='Brian' last='Lamar Jr.'] establishes defensive attention whenever he has the ball in his hands. Featuring a quick first step and unstrippable ball handling, Lamar Jr. is consistently set up to score. At 6'4, Lamar Jr. utilizes his length to stay in between passing lanes and heavily contest shots from the perimeter. With amazing court awareness and a high IQ for the game, Lamar Jr. is set up for a big season at Mesa Ridge. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2779133"],"_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-68cb3a3a3b94d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2779133' first='Torian' last='Carr'] is an electric forward who brings energy to both offense and defense. Carr constantly has his head on a swivel, communicating with his teammates and connecting on precision passes. During the Expo, Carr was able to attack the rim, absorb contact, and convert at a high percentage on close-range looks by the blocks. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2934481"],"_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-68cb3a3a3b99f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2934481' first='Zach' last='Carter'] is a versatile 6'4 "lockdown defender who takes pride in his defensive play. Able to swat shots away and defend the perimeter, Carter makes for a crucial spot on any roster. On the offensive end, Carter makes the most of transition opportunities, spacing the floor and hustling for easy layups. Coming off a productive summer of volume with Hard2Guard, Carter is looking to translate the momentum come this fall. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2120949"],"_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-68cb3a3a3b9ec"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2120949' first='Nate' last='Susi'] is a true scorer who operates efficiently off the triple threat. Susi can rip hard off the dribble and make long strides to the hoop to score. Defensively, Susi is disciplined and does a great job reaching straight up to avoid foul calls. At 6'4, Susi is a guard who can stretch to the 3 or 4 position when needed. With a quick handle and a lethal jumpshot, Susi brings the intensity game in and game out. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2706211"],"_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-68cb3a3a3ba38"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2706211' first='Nick' last='Jones'] was able to put on a clinic during the Expo, cutting to the basket and dominating in the post. A true stretch big, Jones has developed a consistent jumpshot and annihilates defenders who get in his way. Sending shots away is one of Jones' biggest strengths, utilizing his 6'7 frame to have his way against opponents. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->