Kentucky Freshman Showcase: Team 5 Standouts

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Kentucky freshman showcase featured a lot of 2030 talent from the state of Kentucky and in this article we'll break down the standouts I caught from team 5.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3723907"],"_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-6a8260311aa18"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Talking on the court is a vital skill for young point guards and something a lot of young prospects don't do, Hatton was the loudest player in the gym on the court as he was consistently directing and encouraging his team. That type of energy was needed for his group and Hatton was a leader on his team. Hatton also helped set the table with a handful of assists throughout the day and was an enjoyable player to watch compete.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":3724856,"_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-6a8260311aa5c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Jones was another player who took command for his team and wanted to bring the ball up the floor and get his team into the offense. Jones had multiple kickouts to open shooters for 3-point attempts and also knocked down a handful of 3-pointers of his own throughout the day. Jones showed the ability to set up teammates, score for himself and handle the basketball vs pressure, all crucial skills for a young guard. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2950367"],"_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-6a8260311aa84"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Harrod was a play finisher for his team as he found his most success making shots off the catch. Being able to play off other players who have the ball in their hands is important and Harrod showed the ability to space the floor for his teammates and score off DHO actions. Another undersized guard, hopefully Harrod has a growth spurt coming in the next year or so as his skill with the ball stood out.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3713406"],"_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-6a8260311aaa7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">One of the top defenders I saw, Mingus made a lot of plays by jumping passing lanes, getting deflections and applying on-ball pressure to opposing guards. Mingus also was physical as a slasher and went into the defense on drives, going through the body of opposing players at times with his determination. The toughness Mingus showed on Saturday certainly stood out and should help him with Oldham County this winter.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3722367"],"_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-6a8260311aac9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">One of the most talented players at the camp, Antunez was flying around everywhere for his team. An explosive vertical athlete, Antunez had some monster blocked shots and rebounds that he had no business making a play. Antunez also got comfortable as the day progressed shooting the 3-pointer as he knocked down a handful in his teams second and third games of the five on five portion of the showcase. One of the top players at the showcase and looking like a top prospect in Kentucky's 2030 class, Antunez will be a name to watch in our rankings when they release for this class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->