2027 End of Season Film Review Pt 1

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>***Use Code “ScottyB30” for 30% off your subscription***</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Before the grassroots season kicks off in Illinois with the Chi-Town Tip Off we wanted to take a look back at film of prospects from all over the state from this past season.&nbsp; Some highly ranked and other new names.&nbsp; We broke them all down including here in <strong>2027 End of Season Film Review Pt 1</strong>!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2323592' first='Cole' last='DuBois'] (East Peoria – 2027)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Dubois had a big junior season for East Peoria.&nbsp; The point guard is a high level shot maker from beyond the arc.&nbsp; Moves well without the ball to get open and can create his own three off the bounce knocking down shots in rhythm.&nbsp; Constantly moving and relocating.&nbsp; Crisp ball handler that manipulates ball screens getting to his spots including on the regular for stop and pop pull up 15 footers.&nbsp; Sneaky athlete that wins with his speed and crafty finishing ability at the rim.&nbsp; Like his soft touch finishing game.&nbsp; High level distributor that passes well off live dribbles finding his teammates for clean looks.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2413887' first='Josh' last='Kaunas'] (Johnsburg – 2027)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Kaunas helped his team capture a sectional title while averaging 11 points and 6 rebounds a game.&nbsp; Shot 63 percent inside the arc and 37 percent from three.&nbsp; Plus athlete as a four man that can put it on the deck attacking close outs for dunks.&nbsp; Slick up and under post moves.&nbsp; Backs his man in and does damage in the paint.&nbsp; Converts with either hand around the rack. Spaces the floor with a clean shooting stroke.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2125583' first='Andrew' last='Rudd'] (Plainfield East – 2027)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 6'1” junior guard is a crisp passer, scrappy defender, and capable spot up shooter.&nbsp; Plays with a lot of basketball savvy and flair.&nbsp; Quick and consistent shot mechanics.&nbsp; Like the feel for the game he brings to the table.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2532358' first='Zaire' last='Green'] (Whitney Young – 2027)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Green is a 6'2” guard that averaged 10 points, 5 rebounds, 2 dimes, and 2 steals a game this past season shooting 48 percent from the field and 42 percent from three.&nbsp; Strong and compact guard who attacks downhill with strength and has excellent body control finishing around the cup.&nbsp; Solid spot up shooter that spaced the floor as a junior for the Dolphins.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Frankie Zifcak (Lisle – 2027)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Lisle junior is coming off a season where he earned unanimous all-conference honors going for 16 points, 7 rebounds, and 1.5 steals a game along with shooting 35 percent from beyond the arc.&nbsp; The 6'3” wing has a smooth stroke with a lot of arc on the shot.&nbsp; Repeatable mechanics.&nbsp; Cuts well off the ball and can even post up smaller defenders.&nbsp; Has some grit to his game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2125682' first='Sean' last='Reese'] (Glenbard South – 2027)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Reese is coming off a nice year for Glenbard South where he dropped 14 points, 7 rebounds, and 4 assists a game.&nbsp; The 6'2” guard is a solid athlete that competes on the defensive end.&nbsp; Drives in the lane and finishes well with his body control at the cup.&nbsp; Passes well off live dribbles finding teammates on the fly.&nbsp; Wins with his first step for scores in the paint or kicking to shooters.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2104717' first='Gyles' last='Agyeman'] (Plainfield East – 2027)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Rangy combo guard that has spot up shooting ability.&nbsp; Solid athlete that has a nose for the basketball.&nbsp; Connective passer that can also find openings in the defense cutting off the ball for layups.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2125616' first='Donavyn' last='Simmons'] (Joliet Catholic – 2027)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Simmons is coming off a strong junior campaign where the guard was the go to scorer for one of the better JCA teams in recent memory.&nbsp; Plus athlete at the point who has juice with the ball in his hands.&nbsp; Passing flair throwing lobs and pushing the pace.&nbsp; Creative handles off the bounce creating space for his shot or getting all the way to the rack for finishes.&nbsp; Sound three point shooter both pulling up and off the catch.&nbsp; Also like how active he is defensively with his hands getting steals.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='3028129' first='Brandon' last='Tennon'] (Tremont – 2027)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Tennon is a 6'4” wing out of Tremont who has some athletic pop to his game.&nbsp; Throws down big left handed dunks in transition.&nbsp; Solid looking shot in the mid-range creating space.&nbsp; Attacks with long strides being able to finish with either hand.&nbsp; Burst with the ball in his hands being slippery through traffic and cutting on a dime.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Wyatt Carroll (Eastland – 2027)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Eastland 6'0” point guard helped take his team back to state this year while averaging 11 points and 3 assists a game.&nbsp; Crafty guard that is crisp with the ball in his hands getting in the lane for acrobatic layups.&nbsp; Good jump stop finishing through traffic.&nbsp; Plays with good pace and is effective in the mid-range game with jumpers and floaters.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2916474' first='Mitchell' last='Potts'] (Normal Community – 2027)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Guard that brings some flair to the table. Length impacts defensively getting steals being aggressive in passing lanes.&nbsp; Turns defense into offense in a hurry.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2712818' first='Deven' last='Marshall'] (Rock Island – 2027)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Marshall is among the best prospects in the state's 2027 class.&nbsp; Averaged 20 points, 2 assists, 3 rebounds, and 2 steals a game shooting 64 percent from the field and 33 percent from three.&nbsp; Such an athletic lead guard that pushes the pace with his speed, explosiveness, and handles in the open floor.&nbsp; Loves to get out and run!&nbsp; One of the best finishing guards in the class with big dunks along with acrobatic conversions.&nbsp; Plays with a high-motor.&nbsp; Like the activity level and attention to detail on the defensive end.&nbsp; Range on the three point shot and it is going to continue to get better percentage wise.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2455389' first='Arthur' last='Abbey'] (Rock Island – 2027)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Abbey made the move over to Rock Island for his junior campaign and excelled averaging 17 points, 3 dimes, 3 rebounds, and 2 steals a game with a slash line of 45/33/75. &nbsp;&nbsp;The point guard showed more pop this year playing above the rim a little.&nbsp; Sweeping layups and crisp ball handling are a staple of his game.&nbsp; Burst with the ball in his hands getting downhill.&nbsp; Elite body control around the rim. Capable shooter from beyond the arc.&nbsp; Slick passer that makes solid decisions with the ball.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2415542' first='Nathan' last='Woods'] (Lyons – 2027)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Woods had a rock solid sophomore campaign as the 6'4” wing averaged 12 points, 4 rebounds, and 2 assists a game while shooting 38 percent from distance.&nbsp; His biggest asset is being able to knock down shots from deep at a good rate with plus positional size.&nbsp; Can also shot fake and get in the lane for a pull up.&nbsp; Moves well without the ball.&nbsp; Solid passer hitting teammates on the move.&nbsp; Active defender getting deflections and steals with his length.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Brylan Bender (Sherrard – 2027)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 6'4” junior wing averaged 13.5 points, 9 rebounds, and 3 dimes a game.&nbsp; Really competes on the glass especially offensively for second chance points.&nbsp; Solid athlete with good length.&nbsp; Wins on straight line takes.&nbsp; Efficient finisher round the basket.&nbsp; Backs in and scores well in the mid-range.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->