Houston Heat Check: 17U Knockdown Shooters

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Every team out there needs players that can sink shots with range and go on hot streaks. Below are student athletes that put that impressive ability front and center at Houston Heat Check.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2556778"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":3597906,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69e68a45c062a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Michael shows a strong confidence on the court, not only in his shooting but all facets of his game. He can go on a hot streak quickly and once he's on one, his opposition is in for a long day. He's not afraid to put his body on the line taking charges for his squad and moves wonderfully without the ball. He understands spacing at an elite level and sees the floor in a way that gives him an advantage on his opponents. He's a fantastic passer and he's active on the defensive end as well - regularly creating turnovers and extra possessions for his team. His shooting form is impeccable and if he has nerves on the floor, he doesn't let them show in the least. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2442227"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69e6a59db8bd6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Amare has great form and a nice shooting range that extends beyond the three-point line. I love how quick he is to the ball in any situation where a possession may be up for grabs. He has a great ability to put the ball on the floor and finish through contact in the lane if an open jumper isn't there. He's usually the first back on defense and he's always focused on the task at hand - winning. He never wastes time griping at refs or hanging his head. He has an impressive passing ability and can find his teammates wide open opportunities in the paint with the space he creates on his drives.</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":3597916,"_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"JR Hobbs","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2027","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"5'7u0022","_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":"Destined 4 Geatness","_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-69e6a59db8cd8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">JR seems to have a chip on his shoulder in the best way - his determination for victory is blatantly apparent once you see him play. He's scrappy and never discouraged on either end of the floor. His laser focus on the task at hand is impressive and he can get hot from beyond the arc incredibly quickly. There's no hesitation on his part when it comes to an open shot or an opportunity to snag the ball from his opponent. He has a nice finishing ability off his drives and he's a leader out on the floor - instructing teammates where to go and lifting them up through his play. He's a tenacious defender and constantly creates beautiful chaos for the opposition.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3581825"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":3597929,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69e6a59db8d74"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Cahri can light it up from beyond the arc and then slice up the defense while finishing strong in the lane on the next possession. He's a menace on defense when it comes to picking off opposing passing lanes and shutting down his assignments. He has a keen ability to survey the defense and take what's readily available, making himself and his team as a whole harder to guard for opponents. He has a nice shooting form and can get on a hot streak easily. I was incredibly impressed with his passing ability - he has the vision and talent t fit the rock in the thinnest of lanes on its way to a wide-open teammate for an easy bucket. He never dwells on mistakes, and he has an excellent handle.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3552274"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69e6a59db8df8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Cannon is a tough, gritty player with a beautiful shooting form with pretty ball rotation. His IQ on both ends is incredibly high, and he can sink it from beyond the arc repeatedly. He moves impressively well without the ball and knows how to get to his favorite spots on the floor with ease. He's not afraid to take the open shot and he shows no hesitation when it comes to seizing the best opportunity on the floor available. He's a competitive defender and shows nice hustle on that end of the court as well. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->