AAU Round Up: 5 More 2027s Who Caught My Eye

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In this article, I highlight five more players who caught my attention with their play at the Puma NXT Pro tournament last weekend. Each prospect stood out in different ways thanks to their skill, effort, and overall production. College coaches should keep an eye on these players during this weekend's live period events.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- 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":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Ziyan Jumawan","_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":"6'3u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"77244","_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":"808 Stunnahz Elite ","_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-6a07953ea1bfb"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Ziyan Jumawan is a newer prospect who continues to flash intriguing potential. He first caught my attention about a month ago and once again performed well for 808 Stunners last weekend. Jumawan plays hard, attacks the basket with purpose, and brings consistent energy on offense. He also has the ability to knock down shots from the perimeter, making him a threat beyond just his downhill game. On defense, he can be disruptive as well, using his physicality and instincts to force turnovers on a regular basis.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3173746"],"_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-6a07953ea1993"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='3173746' first='Grayson' last='Stringer'] was one of the primary ball handlers for Prominent Elite 17U Rel and consistently applied pressure getting downhill. The guard showed the ability to finish with either hand around the basket while also using his tight handle and change of direction ability to collapse the defense and create assists for teammates. Defensively, he competed with grit and brought steady energy on that end of the floor as well. Overall, Stringer put together a productive showing.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3558125"],"_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-6a07953ea1a36"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='3558125' first='Ridge' last='Tandy'] is a scrappy player on both ends of the floor. Offensively, he does a lot of his work in the paint, where he can convert second-chance opportunities after crashing the offensive glass and help extend possessions with his activity. As a defender, he battles for rebounds, contests shots consistently, and competes with a high motor. Given his size and physical tools, Tandy could be a prospect who starts turning more heads over the coming months.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2449393"],"_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-6a07953ea1b08"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2449393' first='Eli' last='Benna'] is an effective piece for the Reno Ballers and helps them go. He attacks the basket fearlessly and almost resembles a running back when he sees a lane and explodes through it. Benna is also a capable playmaker who can drop the ball off to his forwards. His frame and strength give him an advantage defensively as well, and he has the ability to hold his own against crafty guards.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2286675"],"_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-6a07953ea1aa2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2286675' first='Sir' last='Montgomery'] operates with pace and utilizes his court vision to set up his teammates for quality looks. He's a very unselfish guard who enjoys racking up assists and keeping the offense flowing. It has also been encouraging to see his shooting continue to come along, as he is becoming more comfortable draining shots from 3 point land. On the other end of the court, he stays locked in and will pester his matchup throughout the game with his energy and effort. Montgomery continues to trend in the right direction and looks like a guard whose stock could keep rising as he develops.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->