D1 Quarterfinal Prediction

<p>The quarterfinals of the state playoffs are here! It’s that time ---- The winner’s to the Breslin Center! The games will take place on April 6th. Here are your matchups, key players, and my predictions.</p> <h2>Division 1</h2> <h3>Ann Arbor Huron vs. River Rouge</h3> <p>LOCATION</p> <p>@ Ypsilanti-Lincoln</p> <p>KEY PLAYERS</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="811099" first="Devin" last="Womack"] (2021, CG, Ann Arbor Huron)</strong></p> <p>When Womack plays well, so does Ann Arbor Huron. His ability to attack the rim and get buckets will be huge in this contest.</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="811093" first="Legend" last="Geeter"] (2021, PF, River Rouge)</strong></p> <p>Geeter may be the most versatile player in Michigan. He’s a terrific defensive stopper and can cover multiple positions.</p> <p>PREDICTION</p> <p>This is an outstanding matchup. Both teams are so tough both physically and mentally. I expect a tight game late into the 4th quarter.</p> <p>Ann Arbor Huron</p> <h3>Warren De La Salle Collegiate vs. Macomb Dakota</h3> <p>LOCATION</p> <p>@ Detroit Renaissance</p> <p>KEY PLAYERS</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="611485" first="Linden" last="Holder"] (2021, PG, Warren De La Salle)</strong></p> <p>Holder has had a terrific senior season and has proven to be an elite point guard. He has to be in any MVP conversation.</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="969518" first="Joshua" last="Hines"] (2021, PG, Macomb Dakota)</strong></p> <p>Hines is a bona fide bucket getter that can go off at any time. De La Salle will have to account for him on every possession.</p> <p>PREDICTION</p> <p>There are a lot of superb scorers and talented young players. De La Salle’s depth and ability to play at multiple paces will be critical.</p> <p>Warren De La Salle Collegiate</p> <h3>Grand Rapids Forest Hills Northern vs. East Lansing</h3> <p>LOCATION</p> <p>@ Muskegon Orchard View</p> <p>KEY PLAYERS</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="811128" first="Ethan" last="Erickson"] (2021, SG, Grand Rapids Forest Hills Northern)</strong></p> <p>Erickson is a lights out shooter. His shooting and ball handling will have a direct influence on the outcome of this game.</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="811105" first="Marcus" last="Wourman"] (2021, PG, East Lansing)</strong></p> <p>Wourman has been often underrated as an overall player and prospect. He deserves to have his name mentioned with the best. He could hammer that point home with a win.</p> <p>PREDICTION</p> <p>This is a game filled with great individual matchups. Whichever backcourt has the better day, probably wins the game.</p> <p>Grand Rapids Forest Hills Northern</p> <h3>Grand Blanc vs. Orchard Lake St. Mary’s</h3> <p>LOCATION</p> <p>@ Davison</p> <p>KEY PLAYERS</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="787618" first="Ty" last="Rodgers"] (2022, SF, Grand Blanc)</strong></p> <p>In my opinion, Rodgers is one of the most gifted basketball players that the state has ever seen. He’s surrounded by a talented roster and the combo is good enough to go all the way.</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="811092" first="Julian" last="Roper"] (2021, PG, Orchard Lake St. Mary’s)</strong></p> <p>Roper is an elite prospect on a national scale. He’s almost impossible to slow at the high school level.</p> <p>PREDICTION</p> <p>Here’s a thought: We could be watching this year’s state champ against next years title winner. This game could come down to the last possession. I think OLSM just has too much veteran firepower. </p> <p>Orchard Lake St. Mary’s</p>