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HoopGroup NXT Gen Winter Circuit: 8th Grade Best of the Rest

HoopGroup NXT Gen Winter Circuit: 8th Grade Best of the Rest
Spencer Pulliam
Spencer Pulliam February 13, 2026 @ 06:55 PM
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<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>District Heights, MD — After highlighting the standout backcourt, wing, and frontcourt performers, we close out our 8th-grade coverage with a look at the Best of the Rest, a group of strong contributors from multiple positions who made meaningful impacts throughout the Hoop Group Winter NXT Gen Circuit. During the weekend's third session, these players stood out with their versatility, effort, and ability to influence the game in a variety of ways, rounding out a deep and impressive field of talent.</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":3517150,"_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Obi Azikiwe","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2030","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"6'5u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"77247","_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_program":"NJ Scholars","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"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-699d4ecb959b0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Obi Azikiwe proved to be a true Swiss Army knife for NJ Scholars. He can score in multiple ways when called upon, showing the ability to finish, attack gaps, and capitalize on opportunities within the flow of the offense. His athleticism and size allow him to defend multiple positions, giving his team valuable versatility on the defensive end. His energy and willingness to do the little things also helped swing momentum and impact winning plays.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- 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":3517141,"_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Seydou Bassoum","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2030","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"6'1u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"77248","_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_program":"Wiz Kids","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"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-699d4ecb95a4f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Seydou Bassoum connected when called upon throughout the weekend for Wiz Kids, consistently putting the ball in the basket when opportunities arose. He benefited from teammates creating looks, but also showed the ability to generate offense for himself off the dribble. Bassoum defended with purpose, staying engaged and bringing effort on that end of the floor. He moved well without the ball, finding open space and making himself a reliable scoring option within the offense.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- 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":3517136,"_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Caiden Crawford","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2030","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"5'11u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"77246","_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_program":"NJ Bulldogs","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"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-699d4ecb95ace"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Caiden Crawford showed he is at his best with the basketball in his hands, operating at a high level for NJ Bulldogs. He controls tempo, creates space, and makes sound decisions while initiating offense. He changes speeds effectively to keep defenders off balance and create driving lanes. Crawford also shows confidence as a shot maker, stepping into open looks when defenses sag. His quickness translates to the defensive end, where he stays in front of ball handlers and applies pressure on the perimeter.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- 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":3517130,"_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Zacchaeus Gillion","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2030","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"6'3u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"77247","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Gillion Academy","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"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-699d4ecb95b49"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Zacchaeus Gillion does a little bit of everything for his team, using his size, athleticism, and versatility to impact the game in multiple ways. He can plug in and play just about anywhere, contributing on both ends of the floor. Whether scoring, rebounding, or defending different matchups, he brings a well-rounded presence that helps keep his team balanced and effective. His motor and activity level show up in loose-ball situations, help-side rotations, and second-effort plays that extend possessions.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- 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":3517112,"_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Myles Mitchell","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2030","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"6'4u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"77247","_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_program":"NJ Shoreshots","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"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-699d4ecb95bc2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Myles Mitchell showed clear upside and potential when on the floor for NJ Shoreshots. He was active in the mid-range area and around the rim on both ends, finding scoring opportunities and staying involved in interior play. His strength allows him to absorb contact well, helping him finish through traffic and hold his ground defensively. He pursued rebounds with purpose and created extra possessions with his effort. Mitchell also showed a willingness to defend physically, contesting shots and battling in the paint.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Stay tuned for more from Prep Hoops Next!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->

District Heights, MD — After highlighting the standout backcourt, wing, and frontcourt performers, we close out our 8th-grade coverage with a look at the Best of the Rest, a group of strong contributors from multiple positions who made meaningful impacts throughout the Hoop Group Winter NXT Gen Circuit. During the weekend's third session, these players stood out with their versatility, effort, and ability to influence the game in a variety of ways, rounding out a deep and impressive field of talent.

Obi Azikiwe

Obi Azikiwe

HEIGHT 6'5"
POS SF
CLASS 2030

Obi Azikiwe

Club: NJ Scholars
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Seydou Bassoum

Seydou Bassoum

HEIGHT 6'1"
POS SG
CLASS 2030

Seydou Bassoum

Club: Wiz Kids
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Caiden Crawford

Caiden Crawford

HEIGHT 5'11"
POS PG
CLASS 2030

Caiden Crawford

Club: NJ Bulldogs
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Zacchaeus Gillion

Zacchaeus Gillion

HEIGHT 6'3"
POS SF
CLASS 2030

Zacchaeus Gillion

School: Gillion Academy
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Myles Mitchell

Myles Mitchell

HEIGHT 6'4"
POS SF
CLASS 2030

Myles Mitchell

Club: NJ Shoreshots
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