2022: New Faces in the Top 100 (Summer Edition), Part III
The 2022 rankings have been released following the conclusion of the summer in North Carolina, take a look at them if you haven’t already. Here’s a look at Part III of the New Faces in the Top 100. No. 76…
Access all of Prep Hoops
Continue reading this article and more.
Continue ReadingThe 2022 rankings have been released following the conclusion of the summer in North Carolina, take a look at them if you haven’t already. Here’s a look at Part III of the New Faces in the Top 100.
No. 76 D.J. Cuttino D.J. Cuttino 6'1" | SG Concord Academy | 2022 State NC – 6’0 Guard – Hickory Grove Christian
Cuttino was a member of the Mint Hill Lakers this past summer and he fit right in with his ability to knock it down from deep and defend the ball. He’s a guard that competes using his speed with the ball to catch his opponents off guard and score the ball on all three levels. He’ll be a name to watch at Hickory Grove Christian with the departure of A.J. Smith.
No. 89 Andrew Siler Andrew Siler 5'10" | CG Ragsdale | 2022 State NC – 5’11 Guard – Ragsdale
Siler is a combo guard that’s come on strong in the past few events for CSB Elite with his ability to score off the bounce. He won’t hesitate to pull up from the perimeter and make opponents pay nor will he hesitate to get to the paint and finish in traffic. He’s a strong, built guard that has a knack for making game-winning plays.
No. 92 Calik Thomas Calik Thomas 6'3" | CG TMS Academy | 2022 State NC – 6’3 Guard/Wing – Northside Christian
Thomas is an athletic prospect that can play the guard and forward position on both ends, given his length and athleticism. He’s active on the defensive end, always looking to get to the ball and get out and run. He’ll be a solid addition to Northside Christian’s rotation with his energy on the floor.
No. 95 Evan Montanari Evan Montanari 6'2" | SG Gaston Day | 2023 State NC – 6’1 Shooting Guard – East Lincoln
Montanari was a sharpshooter in the East Lincoln rotation this past high school season and should grow into a bigger role this season. He put up 12.0 ppg, 2.5 apg and 1.9 spg while shooting 39 percent from 3-point range as a sophomore. He’s due to turn a corner in his junior season after a productive summer with Upward Stars.
No. 98 Jeyvian Tatum Jeyvian Tatum 6'3" | CG St Paul's | 2022 State NC – 6’2 Point Guard – St. Pauls
Tatum is a budding name given his athleticism with the ball in his hands at the point guard position. While listed at 6-foot-2, he plays a lot bigger than that given his length and strength on the hardwood. He blossomed this summer on the grassroots stage with DSO Elite, showing off his ability to run the lead guard spot and finish above the rim.