May Live Period Preview: Few More Names To Know

One of the premier weekends of the spring AAU circuit is set to tip off later today in the May live period— giving college coaches a key opportunity to return to the gym and evaluate talent firsthand. With players continuing to build momentum through impressive spring performances and elevate their recruiting stock, here's another look at a few more prospects aiming to stand out during this year's May live period.    Already regarded as one of New Jersey's most highly touted freshmen, [player_tooltip player_id='2508723' first='Michael' last='Postell Jr']. has only strengthened that reputation in his early action with PSA this spring. Postell Jr. has showcased his productivity and versatility from the guard spot with a number of impressive performances— displaying his natural ability to score at all three levels, knocking down perimeter shots both as a C+S threat and off the dribble, while also using a quick and controlled handle to create his own offense finish creatively around the rim or creating separation for smooth mid range pull ups. Postell also makes a major impact defensively— using his length, activity level, and relentless effort to disrupt passing lanes, apply pressure to opposing ball handlers, and force turnovers at a high rate.   Postell has earned offers from the likes of LaSalle, Hampton, and Pepperdine and while still early in his developmental process, he has all the tools and upside to emerge as one of the premier prospects in the class of 2029.       Already regarded by many as one of the most physically talented players in his class due in large part to his elite athleticism and long term upside, [player_tooltip player_id='2879104' first='Flory' last='Kuminga'] through the first weeks of the spring has given plenty of reasons to understand the excitement surrounding his all around skillset. Much of that comes from the way he pressures the rim and attacks from the perimeter with improving creativity off the dribble, while using his size and strength to play through contact on drives to the basket. Essential his long term development and a part of his game that does seem to be evolving, Kuminga's also displayed growing confidence and efficiency as a perimeter shooter. Defensively, Kuminga makes a major impact, blocking shots at the rim, jumping passing lanes, and consistently pressuring opposing ball handlers at the point of attack.   Although still in the very early stages of his recruitment and no direct contact with college coaches for a little more time now, look for the buzz surrounding Kuminga is long term potential to continue to rise with college coaches in the building this weekend.     Having built up quite a bit of reputation as one of the more dangerous shooters here in the state of New Jersey, [player_tooltip player_id='2504912' first='Chace' last='Redler']'s start to the spring has offered a more in deeper insight in the diversifying his overall floor game. Getting to his spots off the bounce and scoring from different areas on the floor, Redler has demonstrated a deeper scoring attack— navigating ball screens to get to in between area pull ups, getting all the way to the rim for crafty layups at the basket all while reaffirming that notion as a lights out perimeter shot maker, knocking down open looks with efficiency and versatility.    With plenty of interest from a number of high academic programs across the Ivy and Patriot Leagues having already been built up, look for that interest to only further increase as the May live period commences.     A combo guard who's gained some real exposure of the last calendar year or so, [player_tooltip player_id='2910156' first='Jaidyn' last='Boyd'] has shown so much of why he's starting to get on the radar of college coaches in recent months. Through a number of showings, Boyd's showcased a well rounded scoring arsenal—attacking the basket aggressively with strong burst and speed to attack driving lanes and finish creatively at the rim. Complementing his downhill pressure, Boyd has also displayed a confident shooting touch from the perimeter, proving himself to be a highly versatile and reliable outside shot maker.   While official offers haven't necessarily come in just yet, if Boyd continues on the track that he's on as a dependable guard capable of effecting the game from either guard spot, it wouldn't be a surprise to see schools at the next level begin to show interest in the coming months.     Bringing toughness, versatility, and relentless energy every time he takes the court, [player_tooltip player_id='2414310' first='Bridgie' last='McMillan'] consistently impacts winning with the little things that make a big difference and that has remained the same throughout the first few weeks of the spring. Defensively, his physicality and versatility have stood out as he pressures opposing ball handlers on the perimeter, switches effectively across multiple positions, and competes tirelessly on the glass. On the offensive end, McMillan adds value with his ability to grab a rebound and ignite the break in transition, create second-chance opportunities through offensive rebounding, and find gaps in the defense for easy scoring opportunities at the rim.   Off the heels of a strong sophomore season that saw him emerge as a quality rotational piece, McMillan earned an offer from Felician University and could see more interest from coaches at the next level if he continues to play with this level of effort, energy, and intensity he consistently shows.

One of the premier weekends of the spring AAU circuit is set to tip off later today in the May live period— giving college coaches a key opportunity to return to the gym and evaluate talent firsthand. With players continuing to build momentum through impressive spring performances and elevate their recruiting stock, here's another look at a few more prospects aiming to stand out during this year's May live period.