Top Performers in Metairie Park vs Dunham Semifinal

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The semifinal matchup featuring <strong>Metairie Park Country Day School</strong> and <strong>Dunham </strong>brought together several talented prospects who made their presence felt on the big stage. With a trip to the state championship on the line, players on both sides delivered key performances, showcasing skill, toughness, and high-level athleticism. From all-around production to clutch moments late in the game, multiple prospects stepped up and left their mark in a highly competitive contest. Below are notebook evaluations from some of the standout performers in the matchup.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Athan Olivier</strong> |<strong> Dunham</strong> <strong>| 2027</strong><br>Olivier entered the matchup averaging <strong>20 points, 4 rebounds, and 4 assists</strong> while serving as a key playmaker on one of the top teams in the state. The shifty guard combines a smooth handle with deep shooting range, allowing him to both run the offense and create scoring opportunities. In this contest, Olivier finished with <strong>7 points and 2 steals</strong> in a hard-fought loss.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2307980' first='Jarvis' last='Washington']</strong> <strong>| Dunham</strong> |<strong> 2026</strong><br>Washington is one of the most explosive athletes in the state and a major interior presence on the basketball floor. While his college path may ultimately come through football, his basketball upside is undeniable thanks to his strength, athleticism, and ability to impact the game around the rim. He finished with <strong>9 points and 4 rebounds</strong> while continuing to show flashes of his potential.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2415371' first='Gavin' last='Blanton']</strong> <strong>| Dunham</strong> <strong>| 2027</strong><br>Blanton is a newer name on the PrepHoops radar but has quickly shown he deserves attention after averaging <strong>15 points, 8 rebounds, and 5 assists</strong> on the season. His high basketball IQ and two-way effort allow him to contribute in multiple areas while making smart plays on both ends of the floor. In this game, Blanton finished with <strong>12 points and 5 rebounds</strong>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2421118' first='Elijah' last='Haven'] | Dunham</strong> |<strong> 2027</strong><br>Haven, widely regarded as the nation's top football recruit, also brings an impressive skill set to the basketball court. The big, athletic guard averages <strong>14 points, 7 rebounds, and 6 assists</strong>, showcasing his versatility and ability to impact the game in several ways. His mid-range touch and physical tools were on display as he finished with <strong>17 points and 4 rebounds</strong>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Kellem Brewer | 2028</strong> <strong>| Country Day </strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Brewer continues to emerge as one of the most intriguing young prospects in the state thanks to his confidence, athleticism, and elite feel for the game. His court vision and awareness allow him to impact nearly every possession while elevating the play of those around him. Brewer filled the stat sheet with <strong>19 points, 9 rebounds, 5 blocks, 5 steals, and 5 assists</strong> in a dominant all-around performance.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2894761' first='Hermon' last='Dyson'] | 2026</strong> <strong>| Country Day </strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Dyson serves as the emotional and competitive anchor for Country Day and consistently delivers when the team needs him most. Despite early foul trouble that limited his minutes, Dyson stepped up in the biggest moment by knocking down the go-ahead bucket late in the game. He finished with <strong>4 points</strong>, but his clutch shot ultimately secured the win.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2883348' first='Curtis' last='McAllister']</strong> <strong>| Country Day </strong><br>McAllister continues to show why he sits near the top of the rankings with his combination of size, skill, and growing athleticism. Averaging over <strong>12 points per game</strong>, he made an immediate impact by scoring <strong>7 points in the first quarter</strong> and providing a highlight moment with a powerful put-back dunk. His continued development and physical growth point toward significant long-term upside.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Rhys Diley | 2029</strong><br>Diley, a <strong>6'5 freshman guard</strong>, already looks like one of the most intriguing long-term prospects in the state thanks to his size and skill combination. Playing meaningful minutes on a top team, he continues to gain valuable experience against high-level competition. Diley finished with <strong>10 points and 6 rebounds</strong>, showing his ability to contribute on the big stage.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Stay locked in for more player evaluations. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->