Nevada Live: Two-Way Standouts

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In this article I feature 5 dynamic prospects who can get a bucket and lock in on defense. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2654821"],"_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-6a4320de2e34e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2654821' first='Braylen' last='Williams'] has taken his game to new heights over the last few months. He turned in an impressive performance against Sunnyslope, leading Bishop Gorman with 27 points. Williams scored from all three levels and even threw down a lob, showcasing his athleticism. It is evident that he is playing with a great deal of confidence right now, and he also utilizes his motor on the defensive end to be a difference-maker. Considering his recent play and overall skill set, there is a lot to like about the rising junior. &nbsp;<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2691549"],"_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-6a433dfd01e14"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2691549' first='Canon' last='Mullen'] continues to make notable contributions for the Bishop Gorman Gales. On defense, he always seems to be locked in, keeping his head on a swivel while tracking both his assignment and any potential cutters entering the lane. On offense, he makes himself available for corner threes and will attack downhill when the opportunity presents itself.&nbsp;<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1945830"],"_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-6a432c3764d2f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">EJ Popoola stays in attack mode. He is constantly applying rim pressure and can use his pivot foot effectively once he's in the paint. You can tell he works on his craft routinely, and he has a knack for slipping by defenders even when they think they have him contained. As a defender, he frequently swatted shots, recording at least two or three blocks in a couple of the games I watched. I'm becoming a big fan of his game, as he consistently brings a lot to the table on both ends of the floor.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2895483"],"_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-6a4325c1c5498"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2895483' first='Ean' last='Britt'] had a few nasty dunks in Coronado's matchup with Pinnacle. He is able to load up in a moment's notice and hammer it home with authority. He also used his athleticism to get into the paint and finish at the rim while knocking down a couple of shots from the outside. Britt is the type of prospect defenses have to constantly account for, as giving him a clear lane to the cup is rarely a good idea. On the defensive end, he moves his feet well, and his wingspan allows him to contest and alter shots. Although Coronado didn't come away with the win, Britt turned in a solid outing.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2468244"],"_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-6a43448cc5e50"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Jaden Reddings' two-way play caught my attention at the Nevada Live Invitational. He is a slasher who utilizes his long strides and basketball IQ to get where he wants on the floor. From there, he does a nice job of finishing at the rim and can absorb contact thanks to his frame. Defensively, he is a tough player to get around, as he does a good job of taking away his opponent's strong hand. As a result, opposing ball handlers have a difficult time creating true separation against him.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->