Next Gen in Houston: Standouts and Storylines

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The gym buzzed with energy. Every possession mattered. Players battled hard from tip to buzzer. Buckets dropped. Scouts kept their pens moving. Some players rose above the rest. Others faded under the lights. Houston delivered. GASO Next didn't disappoint. The court was loaded with Texas talent, the future is bright in the Lone Star state</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Peyton Jones","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2026","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"[player_tooltip player_id='2556233' first='6'2' last='']u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68de992076b74"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Peyton Jones [player_tooltip player_id='2556233' first='6'2' last='']” guard from Beaumont United is one of the most interesting in the Texas 2027 class. He's a high percentage shooter from deep with smooth mechanics and smart shot selection that stretches defenses. Jones has perimeter skills and an aggressive mindset in the paint where he attacks the rim and scores through contact and fouls. His explosiveness gives him another gear in transition and is tough to cover in the half court. Defensively he can recover quickly and disrupt passing lanes. With his shooting, driving and athletic upside he's a name college coaches will be following.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2476418"],"_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-68deb73e31919"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2476418' first='TroyNelle' last='Belle'] is an emerging prospect with a blend of shooting and power. He spaces the floor well, knocking down open threes as a reliable catch-and-shoot threat that forces defenses to stay honest. Explosively athletic, Belle attacks the rim with authority and has the ability to finish with highlight dunks. His strength and frame allow him to absorb contact, battle for rebounds, and defend physically without being easily moved off his spots. To reach the next level, he'll need to add craft around the rim and improve his ability to create off the dribble against length. With his shooting, vertical athleticism, and physical edge, Belle has the tools to grow into a dangerous two-way player as his game develops.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2250958"],"_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-68deb73e319ad"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">He's a rising prospect in Central Texas. He's a confident scorer who can attack off the dribble and finish through contact. Baskin has a smooth release from the perimeter and can stretch defenses when left open. He's athletic and can play with pace in transition, pushing the ball and creating for himself and others. He competes on defense with energy and uses his length and quickness to disrupt passing lanes. With more work on shot creation and decision-making Baskin can be a mid-major guard in his class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2557346"],"_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-68deb73e31a36"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">6'1” guard from Houston Second Baptist 2027. He's steady and versatile. He's got poise with the ball in his hands, can control tempo and make the right read under pressure. He's got a reliable perimeter shot, can space the floor and keep defenses honest. He competes hard on drives, uses craft and body control to finish through contact or draw fouls. He brings energy and discipline on defense, stays in front of his man and helps when needed. With scoring, decision making and toughness he can impact both ends as he develops.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2554988"],"_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-68debad8d4b97"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Noah Foster 6'8” F A big man with good mobility. He shows quick feet for his size and can stay active and adjust on both ends. He defends the transition well, moving his feet to cut off lanes and protect the rim. He's shown the ability to chase down offensive players and turn fast break points into defensive stops. Around the basket his footwork gives him an edge in positioning for rebounds and finishing plays. With his size, agility and defensive instincts he's a developing prospect with high ceiling as he develops his offense.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->