Diving into Film Room of 2026 Uncommitted Prospects

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>***Use Code “ScottyB30” for 30% off your subscription***</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Time to jump into the film room to break down prospects in the 2026 class who deserve to be highlighted for their play this season!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2617407' first='Julian' last='Overton'] (Lemont – 2026)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Overton is a 6'3” well built and athletic guard from Lemont.&nbsp; Has a set shot off the catch shooting from deep.&nbsp; At his best when getting downhill using his burst getting to the rim.&nbsp; Crisp ball handler that can create for himself and others in the lane.&nbsp; Definitely should be on the small college radar.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2632005' first='Levente' last='Tallos'] (Lake Forest Academy – 2026)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Tallos is a strong wing that can really stuff the stat sheet.&nbsp; Just as he did against Francis Parker posting a triple double.&nbsp; Good athlete that brings a nice combination of toughness and skill to the table.&nbsp; Capable spot up shooter, good passer off live dribbles, and impacts the game across the board.&nbsp; Crafty rebounder that plays larger than his height.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Keenan House (Glenbard East – 2026)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>House is a 6'2” dual sport athlete at Glenbard East.&nbsp; Really like how he passes on the move.&nbsp; Finds his teammates off live dribbles.&nbsp; Explosive athlete that gets after it on the defensive end and can turn D into offense in a hurry.&nbsp; Intense on ball defender that doesn't give opposing guards room to operate.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2387505' first='Nana' last='Atakorah'] (Plainfield East – 2026)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This is a 6'5” strong bodied power forward.&nbsp; He plays with a super high-motor being able to get on the glass, finish around the hoop, and defend.&nbsp; Works well from the mid-post in.&nbsp; Does a lot of his damage off his energy!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Ethan MacDermot (Benet – 2026)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Australian native has been a lethal sharp shooter for the state's top team this season.&nbsp; He is a big time spot up shooter that has been very impactful running to the line and knocking down shots especially off the catch.&nbsp; One of the best pure catch and shoot guys in the class.&nbsp; Mixes in crafty layups on occasion as well.&nbsp; Competes on the defensive end as well moving his feet and being active with his hands.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Syncere Westbrook (Proviso West – 2026)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Westbrook is a 6'1” guard from Proviso West that is a wiry scoring guard that is at his best getting downhill with quick moves and spin moves.&nbsp; Acrobatic finishes for scoop shots or short pull up jumpers.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2481675' first='Jayden' last='Goff'] (Lawrenceville – 2026)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Goff is a 6'5” forward that caught our attention over the summer and is having a big senior campaign!&nbsp; Plays above the rim throwing down dunks on drives and lobs.&nbsp; Very good jump shooter who has a clean looking jumper creating on his own.&nbsp; Also impacts defensively blocking shots and playing off his athleticism on the defensive end.&nbsp; Really like him at the small college level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2397860' first='Ryan' last='Lipke'] (Joliet West – 2026)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Lipke is a 6'7” senior from Joliet West.&nbsp; The post player rebounds well in his area including getting on the offensive glass for second chance points.&nbsp; Has improved throughout the year.&nbsp; Nice pass to a cutter out of the post.&nbsp; Flashes shot blocking potential on the defensive end.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2323265' first='Aamir' last='Shannon'] (Joliet West – 2026)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Shannon is a shooting guard that has been on the radar for years.&nbsp; Strong and athletic two guard that can shoot it from three off the catch.&nbsp; Plays well above the rim consistently throwing down big dunks.&nbsp; Flies to the rim in transition with athleticism and body control.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2831309' first='Asani' last='Dixon'] (Niles West – 2026)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Dixon is a 6'2” senior combo guard that at the mid-season mark was averaging 24 points a game.&nbsp; Athletic guard that can shoot it from the perimeter off movement or pulling up on his own.&nbsp; Crisp handle getting to his spots to operate on spins and floaters in the lane.&nbsp; Plays with speed and pace.&nbsp; Keeps the defense off balance.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1964163' first='Donovan' last='Williams'] (Stevenson – 2026)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>At their MLK event Williams averaged 26 points a game along with a 3-0 record.&nbsp; Scoring combo guard that works well around ball screens and has a solid jumper from deep.&nbsp; Uses fakes and side steps to create space to get it off.&nbsp; Range off the catch stretches to well beyond the three point arc.&nbsp; Fluid ball handler with creative finishing moves in the paint.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Cade Styrsky (Providence Catholic – 2026)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 6'1” combo guard has a strong body and plays tough defense walling up on drives along with rebounding well.&nbsp; Flashes as a shooter with deep range on his three point shot.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2520023' first='Kalvin' last='Leonard'] (St. Francis de Sales – 2026)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Leonard is a fluid guard with a quick release on his jumper off the catch.&nbsp; He likes to get in the paint for soft touch finishes as well.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2435304' first='Ledarrel' last='Goss'] (Lakeview – 2026)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>One of my favorites from last summer. Wiry and athletic scoring two guard with length that can pour in feathery jumpers from all over the floor.&nbsp; Burst getting to the rim and consistently finishes above the rim.&nbsp; Quick twitched athlete who can really create his own shot off the bounce from all three levels.&nbsp; Bucket getter!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->