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<p>Chicago Cannons 15U - 1 vs D1 Jets Illinois 15U - 1 was filled with talent. Plenty of players had good games and showed flashes of what's to come the rest of the summer season. Here are some of those prospects from the game. </p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='2780838' first='Oliver' last='Lavin'] (2029) | G | D1 Jets Illinois 15U - 1</p>
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<p>Lavin is a super poised and composed guard that rarely makes mistakes. He is a crafty finisher around the rim with many ways to score the ball. Lavin is a great facilitator and can see the floor exceptionally well. If you need points, Lavin can also score with his elite handle and smooth release from beyond the arc. </p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='3604328' first='Revell' last='Gilbert'] (2029) | C | D1 Jets Illinois 15U - 1</p>
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<p>Gilbert is a force inside, using his length and size to overpower the opposing team. He can finish high at the rim and is always active on the boards. Gilbert was an important piece for the Jets in the win, anchoring the paint on defense and blocking shots. </p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='2865685' first='Jayson' last='Benton'] (2029) | G | D1 Jets Illinois 15U - 1</p>
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<p>Benton is a crafty guard with great vision. Benton was racking up the assists in this game, finding a way to get all his teammates involved. He has true point guard skills, with a great handle and the ability to make accurate passes. Defensively, Benton is super active and is a great on ball defender. </p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='2829682' first='Mykah' last='Johnson'] (2029) | F | D1 Jets Illinois 15U - 1</p>
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<p>Johnson was highly active on the boards in this game, securing numerous offensive rebounds. Johnson really stood out this game on the defensive end, moving well laterally and using quick hands to generate plenty of steals. Offensively, Johnson gets to his spots efficiently and showcased a smooth mid-range pull-up. </p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='3583768' first='Owen' last='Rich'] (2029) | F | Chicago Cannons 15U - 1</p>
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<p>Rich is a tall forward that uses his height to his advantage. He sees over defenders and is a great passer, consistently finding open teammates. Rich is also super active on the glass, grabbing rebounds, and constantly looking up the floor for outlet passes. As a finisher, he utilizes his length to effectively score over defenders. </p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='3586149' first='Vacou' last='Early Jr'] (2029) | G | Chicago Cannons 15U - 1</p>
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<p>Early Jr is a go-to scorer for the Cannons. He is consistently getting downhill, using a crafty handle to blow by defenders. Early Jr is able to finish through and around contact at the rim, converting multiple and one opportunities in the process. Defensively, he is a sound on ball defender who is always hustling back in transition and competing every possession. </p>
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Chicago Cannons 15U - 1 vs D1 Jets Illinois 15U - 1 was filled with talent. Plenty of players had good games and showed flashes of what's to come the rest of the summer season. Here are some of those prospects from the game.
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