NBPA Top 100 Camp Notebook: NC Prospects

We made the trip down to Rock Hill last week for the NBPA Top 100 Camp for what was a special evaluation environment for College Coaches, NBA Personnel, and independent scouts. It was also a unique learning opportunity for many of the nation's top players to learn from current and former NBA players with hands on coaching, instruction, and general guidance on how to navigate this tricky world of high level basketball. Without further delay, let's take a look at what each of the North Carolina guys were able to do in the camp!    Kendrick continues to prove himself as a high level PG that plays with great pace with a unique attribute to his game as an ambidextrous jump shooter which garners him a lot of publicity. In four games at the camp, In four games where he team went 4-0, Kendrick averaged 11.3 Points, 4.8 Rebounds, 2.5 Assists, and 0.5 Steals per game on 49/18/100 shooting splits. He finished with a "+" next to his name in every contest as well. Kendrick's ability to balance his scoring and playmaking was on full display with his pace in the open floor. His jumper from beyond the arc didn't fall like he wanted it too but that didn't deter him from getting his game off in every other way. It was a productive week for Kendrick and he should be able to carry this momentum into July with [program_tooltip program_id='2226228' first='Team' last='CP3'] EYBL.     Moore had a really solid week down in Rock Hill with all of the coaches in attendance as he continues to show everyone that he can be a high volume scorer in any setting. In four games where his team went 3-1, Moore averaged 10.3 Points, 2.8 Rebounds, 1.3 Assists, and 1.3 Steals per game on 35/42/100 shooting splits. Moore wasn't able to find efficiency from inside the arc but connected from deep at a really good rate along with being perfect from the free throw line. Moore was able to use his size and physical gifts to have an impact defensively in moments as well. Moore's ability to make shots both off the catch and bounce at his size is something that will directly translate to the next level and he's showing more flashes of his overall game in this high level settings.     Page played a winning brand of basketball all week long in Rock Hill as his team went 4-0 and he played with great control at both ends of the floor as he contributed in multiple ways. In those four games, Page averaged 9.8 Points, 3.5 Rebounds, 2.3 Assists, and 1.3 Steals per game while shooting 56% from the floor and a perfect 100% from the line. Page didn't connect on a three this weekend but only attempted two in four games as he got the rim, his spots in the mid range, and showed great vision + playmaking instincts as he set his teammates up. Page's low maintenance game along with his natural gifts give him an incredible foundation that he is clearly building upon. He's evolving as a play-maker and proving to be someone that can initiate your offense with reliability. He continues to show that the sky is the limit and will almost certainly be the wire to wire top guy in this 2027 class here in North Carolina.     St. Louis has been so good for [program_tooltip program_id='2078500' first='Garner' last='Road'] 16u 3SSB this spring/summer and carried that momentum into a quality performance in Rock Hill this past week at camp. As he helped guide his team to a 3-1 showing, St. Louis averaged 9.5 Points, 2.8 Rebounds, 3.5 Assists, and 1.3 Steals per game on 47/22/50 shooting splits. St. Louis is so strong in ball screen situations as he has incredible touch on floaters and makes great decisions with the basketball. St. Louis brought a complete performance in the opening game of camp as he was efficient, decisive with the basketball, and was simply dynamite at both ends of the floor. He finished as a +29 in 27 minutes in that game, showing the kind of impact he can have when he's at his best. Look for St. Louis to make a real push for a 3SSB championship with this [program_tooltip program_id='2078500' first='Garner' last='Road'] team, only adding to his pedigree thus far in his HS career.     Coleman had some really strong moments at Top 100 camp while also probably having some valuable learning moments mixed in throughout. Unfortunately his team struggled going 1-3 but Coleman still showed why he's such a high level prospect. In four games, Coleman averaged 8.5 Points, 3.5 Rebounds, 1.5 Assists, and 0.8 Steals per game on 39/25/62 shooting splits. His strongest performance was in the opening game where he got extensive minutes on the ball, showing his ability to run a team and get his own offense. In that game, their only win of the weekend, Coleman had 14 Points and 6 Rebounds while showing off his athleticism, shot creation, and creativity as a passer. Coleman will continue to build himself and this week will surely help in that process.     Battier was efficient, consistent, and that led to him playing a key role on a 4-0 team down in Rock Hill. In those four games, Battier averaged 8.0 Points, 2.0 Rebounds, 1.3 Assists, and 0.8 Steals per game on 61/57/75 shooting splits. Battier does an excellent job finding a way to contribute amongst other really talented players while being able to use his gifts to shine in his own way. His outside touch, feel, and size allow him to do a lot of different things for a team. He had a +/- of +50 in four games and made sure to capitalize on his touches. For being one of the lower nationally ranked kids in the camp, he certainly didn't look it and out performed many ranked ahead of him. His performance here should build more confidence for Battier ahead of July with A Wigg Elite UAA and next season with Providence Day.     Hall showed flashes of dominance in spurts this week but his team wasn't able to string together any real sustained success as they went 1-3 in Rock Hill. Throughout the four games, Hall averaged 5.3 Points, 3.8 Rebounds, 0.8 Assists, and 1.0 Blocks per game. Hall's hands, physicality, and motor shined in his bright moments. Camps can be tough settings for traditional bigs and you certainly felt that at times this week for Hall but there were certainly stretches throughout the week where he was able to showcase his ability. Hall recently made the move over to Mooresville High School where he'll certainly leave a major mark.     Connor was a late addition to the camp and flat out made the most of his opportunity to compete on such a prestigious stage. When your calling card is your motor, you're going to shine in these settings and that is exactly what Connor did as he helped his team to a 4-0 showing at camp. In those four games, Connor averaged 10.8 Points, 4.5 Rebounds, 1.8 Assists, and 1.8 Steals per game on 62/33/67 shooting splits. In the opening game on day three, Connor was absolute brilliant in 20 Points, 4 Rebounds, and 4 Steals going 8-11 from the floor in the process. Connor's nature as a no frills, high energy producer is very apparent and that will bode well for him heading into July as I expect his recruitment to really pick up.

We made the trip down to Rock Hill last week for the NBPA Top 100 Camp for what was a special evaluation environment for College Coaches, NBA Personnel, and independent scouts. It was also a unique learning opportunity for many of the nation's top players to learn from current and former NBA players with hands on coaching, instruction, and general guidance on how to navigate this tricky world of high level basketball. Without further delay, let's take a look at what each of the North Carolina guys were able to do in the camp!