Live Period Il: Who Caught my Eye (2022 Forwards)

Earl Austin July 21, 2021 @ 05:00 PM

Prep Hoops Missouri takes a look at some of Class of 22 forwards who caught my eye while watching Live Period action via the Magical Stream Machine. Many familiar names on this list. [player_tooltip player_id="984504" first="Luke" last="Northweather"] 6’9" Mid Mo Elite: The talented post player from Blair Oaks showed that he could impact the game at both ends of the floor. He displayed his diverse game in the low post and elite level passing, either out of the double team or from the high post. He was also knocking down 3-pointers while also being a factor on the defensive end with his shot blocking. [player_tooltip player_id="984500" first="Jevon" last="Porter"] 6’10" MPJ Elite: The versatility of this Pepperdine commit was on full display as he made impact plays from virtually everywhere on the court. He was knocking down 3-pointers off the dribble, scoring in the low post, dropping dimes to open teammates and blocking shots in the lane. It all led to an undefeated weekend for his team. Ikenna Ezeogu 6'6" Team YOBO: The Iowa State football commit from Blue Springs showed off his vast basketball skills during the weekend. His combination of strength and quickness made him tough to stop around the basket. He scored and rebounded at a high rate with his motor. He also has a nice burst when he drives to the basket. [player_tooltip player_id="984509" first="Brandon" last="Mitchell-Day"] 6’7" Gateway: The versatile forward from MICDS continued his excellent all-around play and continued to pick up more Division I offers in the process. The latest offers have come from Wyoming, UMKC and Sam Houston State. He is dynamic offensive player from 15 feet in. His ability to handle the ball and pass it, rebound and guard multiple positions makes him so valuable. [player_tooltip player_id="1186886" first="Shawndale" last="Ross"] 6’3" Marcus Denmon Elite: He’s either a power wing or an undersized forward. Either one works as this lefty gets a lot done around the basket. He’ll either post up, attack on the drive or make strong cuts off the ball to be effective offensively.