The Finale 16U Saturday Standouts: Part One
The 16u division was loaded Saturday at The Finale in Oklahoma. While I didn’t get to catch every game and every player, I saw a ton of talent on display. There were multiple big scoring performances and lots of games…
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Continue ReadingThe 16u division was loaded Saturday at The Finale in Oklahoma. While I didn’t get to catch every game and every player, I saw a ton of talent on display. There were multiple big scoring performances and lots of games coming down to the wire. Here’s who impressed me on day one:
Josh Peters DC Kings Missouri: Peters is a complete player. He’s a scoring threat at all times. He moves well without the ball and is always in the right spot, creating many opportunities for him to score. At 6’1, he takes advantage of his height by posting up smaller guards. He has a smooth release and is simply a natural scorer, it was on display in his first game where he scored 26 points.
Kamden Snell Oklahoma Swift 2023: Snell is a microwave scorer. When he gets going, good luck. He has a beautiful step back jumper and he’s also a great shooter. Snell is a precision passer, as he led his teammates to the bucket multiple times including a lob alley-oop that was right on the money. Snell had multiple 20 point games and has been scoring well all summer.
Kieler Young ER Prodigy: Kieler Young started off his big day with a 29 point scoring outburst. He’s a scorer from all three levels and knows how to attack the opposing team. He’s the definition of a tough shot maker and isn’t phased by a hand in his face. Young is a great three point shooter with a fast release and a consistent shot. He also has a very smooth midrange jumper. At 6’2, Young has nice size for a guard and should be on colleges radars soon.
Diante Palmer Diante Palmer 6'0" | PG El Reno | 2023 State OK Tulsa Hawks: Palmer is one of the best combo guards in the state. He’s a stat-sheet stuffer. Palmer does it all, and he excels at it all. He has a tight handle and can weave through any defense. He also has a nice jump shot that looks effortless. Palmer has great court vision and finds open teammates regularly. He could go for double digit points, assists, or rebounds on any given night.
Evan Barber Evan Barber 6'1" | CG Westmoore | 2023 State OK Oklahoma Rogue: Barber is an elite scorer. His abilities were on display as he dropped 26 in the first game today. The lefty is extremely comfortable pulling up from anywhere off the dribble. He lulls defenders to sleep with his dribble and releases his shot quickly. Barber loves to use ball screens to get himself open for a pull up, or drive if his defender goes over the top of the screen as he looks to hit the roll man. A high IQ microwave scorer that colleges will start to look into.