3SSB: Iowa United 17u Standouts

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 3SSB circuit is rich with talent, and that was very evident throughout every game, especially contests that featured [program_tooltip program_id='2270834' first='Iowa' last='United']'s 17u squad. [program_tooltip program_id='2270834' first='Iowa' last='United'] has many standout prospects throughout its roster. Let's get right into the most impressive prospects from [program_tooltip program_id='2270834' first='Iowa' last='United']'s recent excursion to North Carolina.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2410422"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6872b3a7ae502"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2410422' first='Arafan' last='Diane'] was an absolute force of nature inside the painted area. Arafan's strength, size, and tenacity just flat out overwhelmed his opponents. In the post, he was able to back down opposing big men and stuff them in the rim with hard jams inside. His touch was also very impressive in the post, where he would carve out space with his body and hit post fades and jump shots. The immense pressure he puts on the rim also opens up his passing, where he is very adept at keeping his head up and finding cutters for open looks at the rim. [player_tooltip player_id='2410422' first='Arafan' last='Diane'] is brilliant in how he fights for position inside and absorbs hard contact like it's nothing on his way to and one finishes. He also plays with heaps of emotion and heart. [player_tooltip player_id='2410422' first='Arafan' last='Diane'] showed throughout this tournament that he is a force to be reckoned with. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1765503"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6872b3a7ae5a5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1765503' first='Brock' last='Badding'] was an absolute marksman from behind the arc at 3SSB. Brock was one of the most consistent shooters I saw play at this event, hitting an insane volume of threes at an extremely consistent clip. If given any space, Brock will make you pay with his quick draw release and impeccable touch. Brocks basketball IQ is also off the charts. He is always making the right play, always in the right spot, just the perfect off-ball player. Brocks feel as a cutter is sensational, he is always moving, relocating, and giving his teammates open options to hit in the flow of the offense. Brock also showed the ability to run off screens and shoot on the move, as well as being a very solid and engaged defender. Overall, [player_tooltip player_id='1765503' first='Brock' last='Badding'] is the type of player who just makes everyone around him better. His value can not be overstated. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1643192"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6872b3a7ae618"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1643192' first='Landon' last='Davis'] showed his versatility and 2 way value throughout this tournament. Landon plays off his teammates perfectly. He is a great cutter who goes extremely hard to the rim and finishes strong with rim-shaking dunks. He also stretches the floor from outside with his fluid and consistent jumper. Landon was also very impressive defensively, showing his switchability and rim protection abilities. Landon is a super smart defender who rarely fouls, and is great at keeping his hands up and swatting shots when opponents try to finish. His rebounding was also very important to his team's success, gaining his squad extra possessions with nonstop hustle. [player_tooltip player_id='1643192' first='Landon' last='Davis'] can do about anything you need him to; he can be the star of the show or an integral piece to winning that plays off others.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1660062"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6872b3a7ae683"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1660062' first='Navon' last='Shabazz'] was one of the best guards I saw play at 3SSB. His ball handling was the definition of crafty and allowed him to leave defenders way out of his position with his pace and tight handle. Navon has an endless array of moves that he can go to that leave defenders in the dust and get him to the rim, where he thrives as a finisher and foul drawer. Navon also showed the ability to pull up off the dribble heavily contested and still cash out at a high rate. Navon is a three-level scorer who leverages his scoring threat to find his teammates for great looks. His passing is immaculate; he is super decisive, smart, and unselfish, always kicking ahead to his teammates for the best shot possible. Navon is equally skilled as a defender. He moves like a corner back out there, baiting opponents to throw his direction, where he intercepts their passes. He is also great as an on-ball defender as well with his strong frame and quick hands. Overall, [player_tooltip player_id='1660062' first='Navon' last='Shabazz'] was one of the best players I saw play at 3SSB on both sides of the ball. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->