A very talented stretch 4 at the high school level; will be required to play some 3 at the college level as well. He will be as good, great, and/or star as he wants!!! Constant work in progress. What will take him over the top is the development mentally to think offensively inside/outside first instead of it being vice versa; outside/inside will raise his stock and make him a much more dominant player on both ends of the floor. He has GREAT shooting touch for his size, as good as a lot of guards, forwards, and centers in the state. In a near upset over Puyallup, he made some good plays on both ends of the floor, including free throws. Willamette will be very tough to beat if he’s at the top of his game, as he is the x-factor/wildcard this season for them.

Another big move up from the watchlist is Campbell, who is one of those emerging versatile big men who looks improved each time you see him play. At 6-foot-8 he’s certainly got the size and length to make a difference on the defensive end and with his mobility, he’s a threat to block shots coming off help on the weak side or chasing down guys in transition to defend the rim. Offensively he’s got a great looking perimeter jumper out past the three-point range and with continued strength his projection appears to be as a stretch four at the next level.

Campbell continues to turn heads in each event the Willamette junior participates in. While we unfortunately missed his first game where he got hot from the perimeter and exploded for a reported 30 points, we were most impressed with his impact on the defense end. With his 6-foot-8 height and length, he not only protected the paint with his shot-blocking but often times his mere presence was enough to affect anyone driving to the hoop. He’s a super-effective rim-runner, helping him get great follow-up baskets in transition but also getting back on defense to stop the break.

#107 – Long and lanky big-man at 6-foot-7. Offensively much more comfortable facing the basket, where he used his good shooting stroke to knock down shots outside the three-point line. Capably finished some rim runs, running the floor like a guard. Was a defensive factor with his length and shot-blocking both in the paint and closing out on perimeter shooters.

With his length and ability to run the floor, Campbell excelled with his rim protection in the action we saw on Friday. While he may not always necessarily block the shots, his presence around the hoop certainly affected shot attempts both taken and not taken by opponents. Offensively he capably showed he had a nice touch from mid-range and he finished well around the basket. 11 points and 5 rebounds in a win over Silverton.

With his length, ability to run the floor, and natural shot-blocking instincts there’s a lot to like about Campbell. In Willamette’s win he also did a good job on the boards and offensively, picked his spots stepping out for a number of jumpers, including a three. The rising junior finished the game with 11 points, 8 rebounds, and a couple of blocks.

Highly skilled 2028 post man. Good face up game & shooting stroke. His physical development the next two years will be the key to his college level.

At 6’7, Campbell was one of the taller prospects on the floor and used his size well as a rim protector and rebounder. He showed flashes as a passer and continues to grow into his role as a top interior presence. (AG)