How Darius Adams’ transfer impacts the 2025 class

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 2025 class got shaken up in a big way on Wednesday as <strong>Darius Adams</strong> transferred to La Lumiere in Indiana. Adams was the top-ranked player in the class, leaving a void up at the top. Hudson Catholic guard <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1411409' first='Omari' last='Moore']</strong> holds the top spot in the class and should cement it in July.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 6'3 guard attacks the basket strong as he can finish in a variety of ways around the rim and doesn't mind contact. Moore is more than just a slasher as he has a clean release on his jumper and can get hot from distance in a hurry. He and Adams are AAU teammates with the PSA Cardinals, so their chemistry together should help Moore's development.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Camden guard <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1411401' first='Emmanuel' last='Joe-Samuel']</strong> is the top prospect and Group 2 and will be looking to make a run at the top spot. The 6'3 guard attacks the basket with a purpose as he can finish through traffic and a nice touch around the rim. Joe-Samuel shoots the ball with confidence from distance and wastes little motion in his release.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Patrick School Candidates for Top Spots</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Patrick School teammates <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1958321' first='Brandon' last='Lee']</strong> and <strong>Ifaolo Tacko</strong> are both prospects to watch as they can also make a move up the rankings. Tacko is an athletic post prospect who skies for rebounds on both ends of the floor and swats shots around the basket. He has a nice touch around the basket and is developing more confidence on the offensive end.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Lee is a sharpshooter as he has a clean shooting stroke and can knock down triples in bunches. The 6'5 guard moves well without the ball in his hands, freeing himself for open layups and jumpers. Lee has the potential to defend multiple positions on the floor with his combination of length and athleticism.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1547475' first='Jack' last='Bailey']</strong> rounds out the top five as he can impact the offense in a variety of ways. The 6'9 forward has a good face-up game as he can put the ball on the floor and knock down jumpers from deep. Bailey has a good touch around the basket and does not mind drawing contact down low.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Impact on Manasquan's Team</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Warriors have been dominant over the past five seasons, but they will need to replace Adams' production. <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1213557' first='Ryan' last='Frauenheim']</strong> will pick up the majority of the scoring load and he is unafraid of taking big shots in clutch moments. The 5'10 guard plays with poise as he rarely gets rattled by on-ball pressure and threads passes to open teammates.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1153968' first='Alex' last='Konov']</strong> will see an increase in touches after being mainly a floor-stretching forward last season. The 6'7 forward has a clean release on his jumper and sets his feet before he shoots. Konov can also finish around the basket and has the potential to have a breakout 2023-24 season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1389143' first='Griffin' last='Linstra']</strong> has done a little bit of everything for Manasquan in his first two seasons, but will be asked to do more scoring next season. The 6'3 guard is a tough on-ball defender as he makes it hard for his man to get to his spot on the floor. Linstra is a good rebounder and passer as he is extremely unselfish on the offensive end. He has a nice touch on his floater and is a solid finisher around the basket.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Adams' transfer out of state opens up the 2025 rankings and the upcoming state season in Group 2.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->