16U Standouts From The Final Day of Windy City War

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 16U put on a great display of games on the final day of Prep Hoops Windy City War. Plenty of players stood out with amazing games and highlights. Here are some of the players that people should keep an eye on for the rest of the summer.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='3580807' first='Anthony' last='Tyler'] (2028) | G/F | [program_tooltip program_id='2076459' first='Breakaway' last=''] 16U National Black</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Tyler delivered an outstanding game from beyond the arc, hitting at least 5 threes in the first half alone. He features a smooth, quick release that allows him to be super efficient and consistent from deep. Tyler moves great off the ball, coming off screens and relocating for moving catch-and-shoot jumpers. He also utilizes a nice pump fake to expose hard closeouts, allowing him to blow by defenders and attack the rim.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='3585128' first='Liam' last='Leonard'] (2028) | F | [program_tooltip program_id='2076459' first='Breakaway' last=''] 16U National Black</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Leonard is a strong contributor for [program_tooltip program_id='2076459' first='Breakaway' last=''] Basketball. He is a tall, physical forward who has the ability to finish over defenders in the paint. Leonard was super active on the offensive glass, consistently securing rebounds and creating second-chance opportunities with tip-outs to teammates. Defensively, he has high instincts as a help side rim protector, racking up a couple blocks in a game.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2840763' first='Vinny' last='Owens'] (2028) | G | [program_tooltip program_id='2076459' first='Breakaway' last=''] 16U National Black</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Owens is an elite on-ball defender who always makes a point to guard the opposing team's primary ball handler. He is one of, if not the best, on ball defender all weekend. A skilled screen navigator, he is consistently fighting through screens and stays attached to his man. Offensively, Owens is strong with the ball and finishes through contact at the rim. He is also an effective playmaker creating opportunities for others and finding open teammates.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2802005' first='Ayden' last='Durrani'] (2028) | G | Northwest Elite Basketball 16U</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Durrani possesses the well-rounded skill set you want in a guard. An unselfish playmaker, he consistently gets his teammates involved and makes the extra pass. Durrani has a quick handle and is a creative finisher at the rim, using reverses and inside scoops. He also showed the ability to knock down threes, opening up the floor for his team. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2392739' first='Krish' last='Sarin'] (2028) | F | Northwest Elite Basketball 16U</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Sarin is a consistent three-level scorer for Northwest Elite Basketball. The tall wing has a smooth jump shot with a high, quick release, allowing him to get his shot off even with little space. He is a great finisher around the rim, absorbing contact at a high level. Defensively, Sarin is active, getting steals and pushing the pace in transition by keeping his head up looking for teammates.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='3594441' first='Henry' last='Hogan'] (2028) | G | LVL Basketball 16U</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Hogan is a shifty guard with a tight handle and strong court vision. The 2028 guard utilizes an effective rocker step to get himself free from his defender. He is a three-level scorer, capable of knocking down shots from three and while also getting to his spots in the mid-range. Hogan is also super comfortable finishing with either hand at the rim, making him a reliable offensive threat.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2820374' first='Bear' last='Harris'] (2028) | F | [program_tooltip program_id='2075663' first='Midwest' last='Wildcats'] - Lindsay 2028</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Harris made an immediate impact, starting the game with a powerful two-handed dunk that set the tone for his athletic performance. He's a consistent finisher around the rim, using his length and leaping ability to finish over defenders. Harris is super quick with the ball in transition, pushing the pace and getting to the rim. He is very impactful on the offensive end, playing with the flow of the game and not forcing bad shots.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2402401' first='Connor' last='Berg'] (2028) | F | [program_tooltip program_id='2075663' first='Midwest' last='Wildcats'] - Lindsay 2028</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Berg is a strong two-way wing for the Wildcats. He has a super consistent release, a big reason why he knocked down multiple threes in the game. Off the dribble, Berg uses a smooth spin move to create lanes to the rim, where he can finish in space or absorb contact for and-one opportunities. He's a fundamentally sound defender who stays disciplined by not biting on pump fakes and can consistently keep his man in front.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->