Summer League: Skilled 2029/2030 Scorers and Shooters

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In this article I feature 8 prospects from the 2029 and 2030 classes who caught my attention yesterday. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3663896"],"_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-6a274182c4e44"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='3663896' first='Draycen' last='Reyes'] (pictured) has a good feel for the game and operates with pace as a ball handler. Waiting for the right moment to strike, and he had more than a few solid drives to the hoop. He also showcased his jumper and got his teammates involved. On the other end of the court, he used his energy and lateral quickness to apply pressure. Look for him to be in the initial 2030 rankings, which are set to release in the coming months. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3663876"],"_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-6a274182c4ff2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">It was my first time seeing Edlund play and he impressed. He put his shooting skills on display, burying a few 3-pointers for the Crusaders. He also grabbed offensive boards and scored inside a little. Defensively he made his presence felt, altering and blocking shots. All in all, he produces and he makes the right plays. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3663894"],"_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-6a274182c4eab"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='3663894' first='Johnny' last='Wheeler'] catches your attention with his scoring, effort, and intensity. He's a high IQ guard that hunts shots on the perimeter. While also wisely picking his spots to attack. In addition to his strong drives, he can absorb contact as he goes up with it. And gets to the free throw line routinely. Defensively, he flys around and is capable of getting in passing lanes and coming up with steals. Although Wheeler's just an incoming freshman, he appears ready to make some real noise for the Blue Knights. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3663913"],"_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-6a274182c4f97"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='3663913' first='Domarius' last='Towers'] is a sharpshooter who gets it done from 3 point land. He moves around often off ball, searching for catch and shoot opportunities. His quick trigger also helps him get his shot off and defenders close out on him. If he doesn't have a clean look, he'll swing the ball to the next guy. And isn't one to over dribble if there's not enough space to work with. Considering his accuracy with his scoring prowess, he'll be a 2030 to know. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3663877"],"_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-6a274182c506a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='3663877' first='Jackson' last='Versaci'] is a 2029 floor general at Faith Lutheran who scores and facilitates. He reads the defense well, and can get to his spots if the defenders give him too much room to operate. He also draws the attention of the defense at times, and will dish it to his fellow shooters on the wings, or forwards in the paint. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2926859"],"_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-6a2784ac86651"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='3243647' first='Nya'Vari' last='Floyd-Johnson'] uses his motor and tight handles to blaze past defenders in the open court on the way to the basket. He is a tough guy to slow down, and he knows how weave around defenders going full speed. He also gets after it on the other end of the court, giving his matchup all they can handle. As he constantly pesters them. Overall, he played hard and it'll be exciting to see how he keeps expanding his game this summer. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3271576"],"_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-6a2786c58a148"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='3271576' first='Keyotti' last='Evans'] can really fill it up in a hurry when he gets hot. He drained a number of triples for Civica Academy yesterday, many of them from the corner. He also got baseline a few times when defenders closed out a little too fast. Making them pay with his ability to accelerate and tight rope. Expect him to keep developing, as he has a very prominent role and is asked to handle the ball as well. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->