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<p>Every tournament has its stars—but it's the X-Factor players who end up swinging games and defining outcomes. At the MadeHoops Indiana Clash, these are the guys who may not always lead the headlines, but their impact shows up when it matters most—whether it's a timely bucket, a defensive stop, or a sudden momentum shift. With high-level matchups across the board, identifying these difference-makers becomes critical. Here were the X-Factors from the MADEHoops Indiana Clash:<br></p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='2907635' first='Bo' last='Washington'] | 5'10” | Guard | Indiana Basketball Club 17u Gold</p>
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<p>There weren't many point guards this weekend at the MADEHoops Indiana Clash that were more productive than [player_tooltip player_id='2907635' first='Bo' last='Washington'] of Indiana Basketball Club 17u Gold. The steady guard controlled every game I got to see with poise. He's a tempo pusher that is really good with the advance pass, but also really good keeping and driving downhill where he finishes at the rim efficiently as well as finding open teammates when the defense helps. Good things happened all weekend when Washington was on the floor.</p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='2451384' first='Prestyn' last='Wheatley'] | 6'4” | Forward | [program_tooltip program_id='2478682' first='Kentucky' last='Ambition'] 16u</p>
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<p>A high energy forward that was able to show off his versatility this weekend. He's a big time rebounder on both ends of the floor. He reads the ball off the rim as well as anyone. Defensively he guards multiple positions and competes. He's not the quickest or most athletic player but he's fundamentally sound on the offensive end making him one of the more productive players I saw this weekend. He's a good cutter off the ball that has good hands finishes efficiently around the basket. Has a nice stroke from the free throw line, but in the games I saw I didn't see much as far as perimeter shooting. Has good feel with the ball in his hands and showcased nice court vision.</p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='2404136' first='Noah' last='Stephens'] | 6'7” | Forward | [program_tooltip program_id='2478682' first='Kentucky' last='Ambition'] 17u</p>
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<p>The physically imposing unsigned senior played extremely well this weekend on both ends of the floor. For his size, he moves well, he's capable of guarding multiple positions, and was an absolute beast around the basket on both ends. He's a high level rebounder with soft hands and good footwork. He's a strong body that can muscle through contact while also showcasing a perimeter game. Capable shooter off the catch. He's a good screener that is a threat in the pick and pop game. Also good in straight line drives. Intriguing prospect that should continue to play well and get a chance at the next level.</p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='1560964' first='Edwin' last='Holmes'] | 6'7” | Forward | [program_tooltip program_id='2400000' first='Indiana' last='Elite Team Indiana'] 17u</p>
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<p>Another unsigned senior that played really well this weekend. The versatile forward has the skill set that fits perfectly with Team Indiana. He was able to play to his strengths, and he has a lot of them. Inside-out forward that impacts the game on both ends. Capable of handling and initiating offense, he showed his high IQ and court vision on multiple occasions. He's a capable three-point shooter, but thrives on playing out of the mid post where he can use his size and skill to get to his spot and score. He's a really good rebounder on both ends of the floor and protects the rim by staying vertical and playing without fouling. Just receive an offer from IU-East and expect his opportunities at the next level to keep increasing.</p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='2540063' first='Jaxson' last='Delaney'] | 6'6” | Wing/Forward | [program_tooltip program_id='2400093' first='Indiana' last='Elite Team Tradition'] 16u</p>
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<p>Delaney struggled a bit finishing at the basket in the game I got to see, but he played about as hard on both ends of the floor as anyone I saw this weekend. He's a versatile wing/forward that plays within himself. He's a capable shooter, but was really good in straight line drive situations where he was able to play on balance and through contact. He's a solid defender that's capable of switching onto multiple positions. He's a good rebounder with the ability to push in transition. </p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='2539928' first='Quintyn' last='Voltz'] | 6'1” | Guard | [program_tooltip program_id='2076924' first='EG10' last=''] 16u</p>
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<p>Quite frankly, Voltz performance on Saturday could have very easily gotten him on the standout list. The 6'1” combo guard is playing with unreal confidence carrying over from his strong finish from the high school season. The silky smooth guard was in attack mode early and often amongst his peers and there wasn't much they could do to stop him. He has his handle on a string and possesses a quick first step that allows him to get to his spot and put immense pressure on the rim. He's a crafty around the basket with his ability to use both hands. When the defense gives him space, he's a good shooter with deep range that was shooting with as much confidence that I have seen out of him all year.</p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='2361891' first='Izzy' last='Hutcheson'] | 6'4” | Guard | [program_tooltip program_id='2400000' first='Indiana' last='Elite Team Indiana'] 15u</p>
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<p>One of the more high potential players I saw this weekend, the 6'4” combo guard is working with a lot of tools that players his age simply don't have. He's a high energy guard that impacts the game on both ends. Sometimes he plays a little too fast, but you can never fault his effort. With the ball in his hands he is always in attack mode looking to score. Quick first step and slippery on his drives helps him get all the way to the basket. When he is on balance, he's a really good shooter, but shot selection was questionable at points throughout the weekend. Defensively he's able to guard multiple spots on the floor using his length and athleticism. He's active with his hands, he rebounds well, and plays passing lanes looking to turn defense into offense in a hurry.</p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='2140368' first='Griffin' last='Ott-Large'] | 6'2” | Guard | [program_tooltip program_id='2075551' first='Indiana' last='Game'] 2027 UA Rise</p>
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<p>Of all the backcourts I saw this weekend, [program_tooltip program_id='2075551' first='Indiana' last='Game'] 2027 UA Rise with [player_tooltip player_id='2140346' first='Dakori' last='Parker'] and [player_tooltip player_id='2140368' first='Griffin' last='Ott-Large'] is in the running for the best of the weekend. Parker made a standout list on Friday. [player_tooltip player_id='2140368' first='Griffin' last='Ott-Large'] is great complimentary piece at the other guard spot. He's a steady 6'2” guard that's comfortable playing on or off the ball. He plays with a high IQ understanding his role, but has the ability to take over games. He's a pure shooter with nice range on his three-point shot. He operates the pick and roll as an aggressive downhill driver making the right play according to what the defense does. He plays with a physicality on drives that allows him to absorb contact and stay on balance. He has a soft touch on his floaters and is crafty when finishing around the basket. It was my first time getting to see him and after multiple viewings k came away extremely impressed.</p>
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Every tournament has its stars—but it's the X-Factor players who end up swinging games and defining outcomes. At the MadeHoops Indiana Clash, these are the guys who may not always lead the headlines, but their impact shows up when it matters most—whether it's a timely bucket, a defensive stop, or a sudden momentum shift. With high-level matchups across the board, identifying these difference-makers becomes critical. Here were the X-Factors from the MADEHoops Indiana Clash:
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