City of Palms Classic Florida Standouts

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 52nd annual City of Palms Classic once again brings together the nation's top teams for a 6-day event in Fort Myers. Some of the state's top programs are here to play in front of college coaches, NBA scouts and big crowds at Suncoast Credit Union Arena at Florida Southwestern State College. He are some of the top performances over the first three days of action.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2194891"],"_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-69476f554642a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">One of the nation's top point guards, Daughtry averaged over 25 points per contest in a two game split for Calvary Christian. Daughtry is a wizard with the ball in his hands and is a shot maker from anywhere inside 25 feet. The junior has an extremely high basketball IQ and will be one of the most sought after prospects in the 2027 class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1958488"],"_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-69476f5546496"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The Prolific Prep combo guard is back healthy and dominated in a #1 vs #2 matchup on Friday against CIA-Bella Vista. Holt scored 26 points, made four shots from beyond the arc and drew 10 fouls in the contest. He has an excellent command of the basketball and continues to improves as a primary ball handler and decision maker. The senior recently narrowed his college decision down to Alabama, Arizona,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=Houston&amp;rlz=1C1VDKB_enUS1123US1123&amp;oq=caleb+holt+cut+his+recruiting+list&amp;gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUyBggAEEUYOTIHCAEQIRigATIHCAIQIRigATIHCAMQIRigATIHCAQQIRigATIHCAUQIRigATIHCAYQIRirAjIHCAcQIRirAjIHCAgQIRifBdIBCDQ1MDNqMGo3qAIAsAIA&amp;sourceid=chrome&amp;ie=UTF-8&amp;mstk=AUtExfCfMSE8xX3DciPtyfGyQkScwBh0Xw7QE3GWeAf1itXIm3oe3_-GpIPCneTAKb1eOQ-DTSMZ9m7FvzrGpDatcAq4obFKIY5vrDNke3VmXCLMC0dVmFGHUDPsf8rsjgHbCcOM6rCel9CMxrjSeKwknYZECOL9W0cGocbXefalyf4zbFY7A1VdieA3ymrkoB4bHRUG&amp;csui=3&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjn4Nbh382RAxWYUjABHbwkFeQQgK4QegQIARAE">Houston</a>, Kentucky and&nbsp;Providence.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1660063"],"_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-69476f55464e5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The Miami signee averaged 26.5 points per game in a 1-1 start for the Explorers. Gaskins is physically dominant, even when playing against some of the nation's top teams. The range on his jump shot continues to improve and will be a key factor in his ability to be an immediate impact freshman in Coral Gables next season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2294511"],"_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-69476f554652f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Britt was the star of Friday night's win for The Villages over a very talented St. John Bosco (CA) team. The junior scored 23 points and made 5 three point field goals for Head Coach Colt McDowell's program. Britt has high level quickness and ball skills to go along with a toughness and a high basketball IQ. In a very strong 2027 class in Florida, Britt is amongst the most promising.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2397029"],"_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-69476f5546577"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The Sarasota High School sharp shooter continued his strong senior season with a 26 point game against Archbishop Stepinac (NY). Lackaff is not just a shooter and he proved that against one of the nation's top teams. The junior was able to attack the rim off the bounce, moves well without the ball and can be a playmaker with the ball in his hands. His toughness and above average athleticism make him one of the state's top guard in the 2027 class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1549097"],"_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-69476f55465bf"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The future Memphis Tiger was very productive averaging 16.5 points and 7 rebounds over two games to start the tournament. Jackson uses his strength, skill and high basketball IQ to fill a stat sheet and can be a scorer or distributor at the offensive end of the floor. The senior is physically ready for college basketball and that was on full display in Fort Myers.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1658586"],"_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-69476f5546606"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">In maybe the most entertaining game on Friday's slate, Montverde Academy's Dhani Miller was the star finishing with 22 points in a win over Gillion Academy (VA). The son of former Montverde Assistant Coach and current Orlando Magic scout Rae Miller, the senior showed the ability to score in a variety of ways. He is a capable shot maker with range but also proved he could use his strength and size to get into the paint and finish over high level size. The recent Kent State commit should have a chance to be an immediate impact guard in the Mid-American Conference.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2294524"],"_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-69476f554664e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The junior guard from Fort Lauderdale continues his excellent junior season with 23 points in a Sunshine Series win over Victory Christian. Westbrook has gone from a shooter to one of the state's to scorers in the last 12 months and shows no signs of slowing down. The junior can score at all three levels at the offensive end and provides a secondary ball handler and playmaker on the floor while also handling his role as a scorer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2809408"],"_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-69476f5546695"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Nowells was a bright spot for the Titans in a 75-61 loss to Notre Dame (CT). The junior is another scoring lead guard in a loaded 2027 class who is trending up in our state rankings. Nowells has high level quickness and ability to get into the paint, to go along with being a capable shot maker with range. While some of his junior class peers may be more well known, the Olympia HS product is a name that will be popular with college coaches this spring and summer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->