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<p>Part 2 of my Hoophall Classic Showcase Standouts highlights another group of prospects who stood out with their motor, skill, and impact on both ends. Whether it was scoring bursts, lockdown defense, or making the right plays to win, these players consistently showed up in big moments against elite competition. If you're tracking momentum coming out of the weekend, these are names you need to know.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Chatman had his downhill play style on full display, constantly putting pressure on the defense with aggressive drives. He lived in the paint, stacking touch after touch by attacking gaps and getting to his spots. Once he turned the corner, he finished consistently through contact and around length. He did a great job changing speeds to keep defenders off balance and create clean looks at the rim. When help collapsed, he made the right reads and found teammates for easy buckets. His ability to draw multiple defenders opened up the floor and kept the offense flowing. Overall, he played with pace, physicality, and real playmaking feel that translated to winning possessions.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Rippey played like a true downhill point guard, constantly attacking the rim and forcing the defense to react. He showed high-level athleticism all game, getting up above the rim multiple times with explosive finishes in traffic. His first step and burst created consistent paint touches and easy offense for his team. Even when the lane was crowded, he stayed aggressive and finished through contact with confidence. He also made plays in transition, turning defense into instant points with speed and power. The overall impact was loud on both ends, controlling the game with pace, physicality, and energy. Performances like this are exactly why he's widely viewed as the best PG in the country.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Brown was a tough, physical guard who consistently controlled the pace of the game and played with poise. He dictated tempo in the half court, getting his team organized and making sure they got quality possessions. He did a great job using his strength and change of speed to get downhill and draw fouls, living at the free throw line. His high IQ stood out with how he read coverages and made the right decision possession to possession. Brown also showed he can score safely and efficiently, never forcing shots or hunting bad looks. When the defense gave him space, he made them pay, and when they pressured him, he stayed composed. Overall, he looked like a winning lead guard who can manage a game while still being a reliable scoring threat.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Ratliff is a seven-foot center who flashed real versatility on both ends of the floor. He showed shot-making ability as a face-up threat, spacing the floor and knocking down jumpers with confidence. His length and timing popped defensively, blocking shots and cleaning up the glass consistently. He also moved well for his size, sliding with guards and using his reach to bother ball-handlers. Offensively, he put pressure on closeouts with straight-line drives and quick decisions. The overall skill package points to a high ceiling as he continues to add strength and consistency. With that combination of size, skill, and impact, he's the type of prospect who can change a game in multiple ways.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Rung is a big man with a polished skill set that consistently showed up throughout the game. He finished everything around the rim with strength and balance, converting through contact and staying composed in traffic. His touch stood out on short jump hooks and soft floaters, making him a reliable option in the paint. He also did a great job catching and finishing quickly, keeping the defense from loading up. On the defensive end, he protected the rim well, using his length to block shots and alter attempts. He rebounded on both ends, securing possessions and creating extra chances for his team. </p>
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Part 2 of my Hoophall Classic Showcase Standouts highlights another group of prospects who stood out with their motor, skill, and impact on both ends. Whether it was scoring bursts, lockdown defense, or making the right plays to win, these players consistently showed up in big moments against elite competition. If you're tracking momentum coming out of the weekend, these are names you need to know.
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6'2"
POS
CG
CLASS
2026
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6'1"
POS
PG
CLASS
2026
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6'3"
POS
SG/PG
CLASS
2026
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7'0"
POS
C
CLASS
2026
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6'10"
POS
C
CLASS
2026
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