Stock Rising Upperclassmen That Made Noise at the KABC Shootout

There's a high level of basketball being played across Kentucky and many guys fall under the radar. Here are a few that stepped up to the plate under the bright live period lights.    Josh earned his spot as a key contributor for Collins during his sophomore campaign and his confidence blossomed over the course of the season. His creativity as a dual-threat playmaker and scorer followed suit with each rep. He showcased a smooth jumper from deep this past weekend in catch-and-shoot situations and off the dribble. His defensive instincts really stood out, using quick hands to find the ball and create one-man fastbreak opportunities for himself on several occasions.     Ethan exploded on the scene at the KABC Shootout with averages of nearly 20pts and over 8reb through four games. He scored it at a high level from everywhere on the court, especially beyond the arc. His quick trigger and accuracy proved to be a challenge for defensive coverages. He was also comfortable creating for himself off the dribble and showcased some decisive ball handling skills. If he continues at this rate, expect Ethan to be one of the fastest rising 2028's over the next year.     Cunagin plays winning basketball. He's extremely comfortable playing with his back to the basket and uses his size very well to create advantages for himself versus smaller defenders. His crisp footwork helps him get to his spots in a hurry and he knocks shots down at a high level once there. He's also a confident threat from long distance when needed. He showcased all of these attributes plus more this past weekend.     Terrion was one the best pure scorers in the entire event at the KABC Shootout. A lifetime's worth of work and his standout performances this past weekend have kicked off his recruitment which has several D1 programs in the mix. He had a field day getting to his spots off the dribble and also got to it from long distance. He's a crafty finisher around the rim and uses a high level of athleticism to float in the air longer than his defenders can withstand and create space.

There's a high level of basketball being played across Kentucky and many guys fall under the radar. Here are a few that stepped up to the plate under the bright live period lights.