7 underrated prospects to watch during the Metro vs Florida

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Metro vs Florida Classic always provides classic matchups. While superstar talent will be in the building for the week-long event, we focus on underrated recruits who will impact winning. Here are seven prospects who could be X-factors for their teams.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Jamarian Williams | Leesburg<br>The 6'7 forward has the length, athleticism, and motor to compete at the next level on both ends. He's flashed secondary playmaker abilities and 1-4 defensive switching. He's a good athlete who competes on the offensive glass, can hit shots from the perimeter, and provides versatility.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2145510' first='TJ' last='Drain'] | Windermere<br>Drain is a fast-rising 6'8 power forward. He's a good vertical athlete who can finish above the rim and block shots. He's taken the leap as a finisher and rebounder over the last nine months. Expect a big season out of the 2025 big as he continues to expand his range and take slower bigs off the dribble for straight-line drives.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1859286' first='Carter' last='Hankerson'] | Wekiva<br>Hankerson is a big body, 6'8, with good footwork. In the post, he uses his strength and IQ to score and make plays. The 2024 big rebounds his area really well, and plays the game with a high level of physicality.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1301731' first='Malachi' last='Martis'] | Windermere Prep<br>While Martis already has Division 1 offers, he's new to the Orlando basketball landscape. He's a 6'5 wing who plays a versatile game and athletic game. He has a good first step and speed in transition. Martis rebounds well for his position and adds depth to a strong perimeter rotation.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1631267' first='Jayden' last='Guillaume'] | SLAM Tampa<br>The 6'8 big man is in the best shape of his career after recovering from knee surgery. He's always had a next-level frame and now has the motor to make it productive? He scores in the paint with forceful finishes through contact and finesse jumpers. The unsigned senior may be in for a breakout season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2274529' first='Sean' last='Owens'] | Olympia<br>Owen's jump shot allows him to be instant offense in a talented five guard rotation. He has deep three-point range and creates his shot off the dribble. He's an efficient scorer who has shot close to 50% in every game I've seen him play in the last two seasons.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Princeton Gordon | Lake Brantley<br>Gordon's been on my radar since his freshman season. Then he stood about 6'4 with a wide frame. Now he's 6'6 with a more chiseled physique. His combination of physical tools, motor, and nose for rebounding make him a sleeper in a deep 2025 class. He's a near double-double contributor who rebounds outside of his area.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->