The Kentucky Expo Frontcourt Watchlist

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>There will be a lot of talent in the building at the Kentucky Expo this weekend. Here are a few frontcourt prospects that I expect to standout:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2141045"],"_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-6aa19371d5724"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Of all the prospects that'll be at the KY Expo, I might be most excited to get my first look at Ben. Originally from Indiana, he joins the KY hoop scene after completing the 25-26' season with Sunrise Christian Academy, the top prep school in Kansas. He made the jump from the class of 2027 to the class of 2028 earlier this year. Watching him alongside that of [player_tooltip player_id='2272617' first='Griffin' last='Starks'] and [player_tooltip player_id='3557126' first='Jayden' last='Wilkins'] this upcoming season will surely be a treat but until then, expect him to be the biggest mismatch of the weekend.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2843314"],"_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-6aa19371d56de"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Sam somehow slipped through the cracks of my transfer portal movement series. He played a significant role for Apollo as a sophomore last season, appearing in majority of games and tasked with knocking down open shots when his number was called. Now at Owensboro Catholic, he'll have to compete but he should in a position to secure more responsibilities as an upperclassmen. Expect him to showcase his smooth jumper, above-the-rim abilities, and physicality near the rim this weekend.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2792674"],"_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-6aa19371d5764"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Noah is coming off of a breakout sophomore campaign during which he flirted with averaging a double-double on the season. He gets to his spots in the paint more often than not thanks to his patient footwork. He also defends it well on the other end of the court. Although it won't be the flashiest, expect him to play a winning-style of basketball at the KY Expo this weekend.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2462302"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6aa3996b1b1d2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Tyler had a solid freshman season for Jackson County, putting up 6.3 PPG on nearly 50% shooting from the field in addition to securing 4.4 RPG. He defends his position well, using his length to disrupt passing lanes in the half court. He also has a knack for protecting the paint without fouling. Already capable in catch-and-shoot situations, I'm interested to see how effective Tyler can be with shot creation this Sunday.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3587581"],"_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-6aa19371d57a3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Steven can do his job very well when he's surrounded by unselfish guards that reward him for his efforts. He's most effective in the pick-and-roll, ensuring to set sturdy screens that allow for the timing and space creation to take action. He's also capable of stepping outside the lane and knocking down open shots. Expect him to be a valuable paint presence for his squad this weekend.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->