Big Shots Richmond Live 17U Standouts

The Big Shots Richmond Live period once again brought together some of the top talent from Virginia and the surrounding areas, allowing college coaches to evaluate prospects in a competitive live setting. From high-level shot makers to tough downhill guards and versatile wings, multiple players used the weekend to elevate their stock.   Here's a look at several standouts who made strong impressions throughout the event.    [player_tooltip player_id='2348972' first='Colton' last='Davis'] continues to establish himself as one of the more intriguing long-term prospects in Virginia's 2027 class. The 6-foot-5 wing was highly productive throughout the live period and finished among the leading scorers in the 17U division, averaging 17.5 points per game. He was the MVP of the 17U division the weekend.   Davis brings tremendous value because he combines size, shooting ability, and overall offensive versatility. After shooting over 40 percent from three during the high school season at Liberty Christian, he once again proved to be a consistent perimeter threat. Whether spotting up off the catch or stepping into transition threes, Davis showed confidence and efficiency from beyond the arc.   What stood out most, though, was his ability to impact the game beyond shooting. Davis attacked closeouts effectively, scored off the bounce, and consistently found ways to finish around the rim. He moves well without the basketball, cuts hard, and understands how to position himself offensively to create opportunities.   With his size, skill set, and feel for the game, Davis looks like a prospect whose recruitment could continue to take off over the next year.     Few guards at the event were as dynamic offensively as Rafriel Guthrie Jr. The explosive 2027 guard showcased an advanced offensive package while also making a major impact defensively throughout the weekend.   Guthrie's quickness immediately jumps out. He consistently got downhill off the dribble using shifty footwork, hesitation moves, and tight crossovers to create separation. Once he got into the paint, he showed excellent body control and touch finishing around defenders.   What separates Guthrie from many guards his age is his ability to score at all three levels while also creating for teammates. He knocked down pull-up jumpers, created space for step-backs, and made smart reads when defenses collapsed.   Defensively, Guthrie competed with the same intensity he brought offensively. He pressured opposing guards full court, jumped passing lanes, and routinely disrupted offenses with his quick hands and instincts. His two-way impact made him one of the more complete guards in attendance.     One of the younger players who turned heads during the weekend was 2028 prospect Dizru Utah playing up on 17U. The 6-foot-5 guard possesses a strong frame and physical tools that immediately stand out, but it was his offensive versatility that really impressed.   Utah plays with a physical downhill style and consistently put pressure on defenses attacking off the bounce. He absorbs contact well, finishes through traffic, and uses long strides to get to the rim effectively. Despite his physicality, he also showed touch and confidence from the perimeter.   The young guard knocked down shots from beyond the arc and looked comfortable pulling up off the dribble. His mechanics are fluid, and he already shows signs of becoming a difficult matchup because of his combination of size, strength, and shot-making ability.   For a 2028 prospect, Utah's confidence and overall feel stood out throughout the weekend. He's certainly a name college coaches and evaluators will continue tracking moving forward.     Won Evans continued his strong spring with another productive showing in Richmond. The 6-foot-3 guard proved once again he's capable of filling up the scoreboard while also making plays for others.   Evans plays with pace and confidence offensively. Using quick crossovers and crafty footwork, he consistently created driving lanes and attacked defenders downhill. Once in the paint, he showed explosiveness finishing around the rim and the ability to score through contact.   His perimeter scoring also stood out throughout the weekend. Evans knocked down shots from multiple areas on the floor and looked comfortable both on and off the basketball.   Beyond the scoring, Evans continues to show leadership qualities and a strong understanding of the game. He played under control, made smart decisions, and consistently impacted winning throughout the live period.     [player_tooltip player_id='3631274' first='Zion' last='Martin'] put together a strong showing throughout the Big Shots Richmond Live period and proved to be another key piece for [program_tooltip program_id='2227208' first='Hill' last='City Crash'] during the weekend. The 2027 guard consistently impacted the game with his scoring ability, pace, and overall feel for the game.   Martin showed the ability to create offense in multiple ways. He attacked defenders downhill with confidence, made plays in transition, and knocked down perimeter shots when given space. He played under control offensively and did a good job making reads while still staying aggressive looking for his own scoring opportunities.   One of the more impressive parts of Martin's game was his composure against quality competition. He didn't force much offensively, kept the ball moving, and made smart decisions throughout the weekend. Defensively, he competed hard on the perimeter and brought steady energy on both ends of the floor.   As the live period went on, Martin continued to produce and looked comfortable in big moments. His all-around play and confidence made him one of the more notable guards in attendance and another prospect coaches should continue monitoring in Virginia's 2027 class.    <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Stock Trending Up</h2>   The Big Shots Richmond Live event once again proved why it's one of the better live period stops on the East Coast. Multiple players used the weekend as an opportunity to boost their recruitment and showcase their development against quality competition.   Whether it was established names continuing strong seasons or younger prospects beginning to emerge, the event featured no shortage of talent across the 17U division.

The Big Shots Richmond Live period once again brought together some of the top talent from Virginia and the surrounding areas, allowing college coaches to evaluate prospects in a competitive live setting. From high-level shot makers to tough downhill guards and versatile wings, multiple players used the weekend to elevate their stock.