Standout Performances – NEPSAC

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>NEPSAC programs are about a third of the way through there seasons now, and with that, have come plenty of big time performances.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Below, we'll take a look at five prospects that have left their mark on the hardwood so far this winter.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2341363"],"_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-69529e900bb05"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Egbuonu, a senior wing out of <em>Lawrence Academy</em>, set a career high for scoring in back-to-back games leading up to the holiday. The <em>Top 100</em> prospect had 43 points in a win over <em>Worcester Academy</em> on December 17th, following that up with 46 points in a win over <em>Cheshire Academy</em> on December 19th. The 6'7" wing continues to score it at an incredibly efficient rate, showing a great combination of athleticism, power, skill, and touch. Most notable is the evolution of his perimeter jumper and his consistency of shot making, as he knocked down 10 threes in the <em>Cheshire</em> game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2568360"],"_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-6952a26368def"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Nkugwa, a junior guard out of the <em>Governor's Academy</em>, has had multiple 20+ point games already this season. An athletic guard, he's a dynamic ball-handler that can get anywhere he wants off the bounce and is a creative finisher around the basket. His ability to make plays with the ball in his hands stands out, as he has an incredibly quick first step and the ability to elevate over defenders as a scorer. He continues to show the ability to make tough shots in the mid-range and to be an efficient scorer from behind the arc.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1680503"],"_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-6952a26368e44"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Vinson, a junior guard out of <em>Worcester Academy</em>, is back to his high scoring ways after missing last season with injury. In back-to-back wins over <em>Mount St. Charles</em> and <em>Kimball Union</em>, he registered 25 and 20 points respectively. The lefty can really shoot the basketball, proving to be one of the region's better long-range shot makers. He does a nice job of moving without the basketball, makes quick decisions when he has it in his hands, and has some craftiness as a finisher around the rim. His ability to play on or off the ball and to operate as a high level decision maker seemingly opens up his scoring game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2470885"],"_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-6952a26368e8d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Edmonds, a junior guard out of <em>Phillips Academy Andover</em>, has come out strong to start the season, posting a handful of 20 point games. In a win over <em>The Hill School</em>, he had 23 points, and followed that up with 20 points in a win over <em>Suffield Academy</em>. The power guard is a handful when he gets downhill off the bounce, showing the ability to finish with athleticism and power around the rim. He can operate as an on-ball creator, or slide off the ball where he thrives as a slasher and cutter. He impresses with his athleticism and advanced frame any time he takes the floor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2553759"],"_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-6952a26368ed3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Clement, a junior forward out of the <em>St. Mark's School</em>, has made an immediate impact in his first season at the prep level. The 6'8" forward recently averaged 22 points per game during his team's 2-0 week at the <em>Huckins Rouse Tournament</em>. He has impressive length, shows the ability to finish with athleticism around the rim, and even has touch out to the three point line. He can make plays as a straight line driver off the bounce, can roll or pop out of ball screens, and shows the ability to clean up on the offensive glass. As he continues to add strength, his offensive game should only add more dimensions to it.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Keep an eye out this week as we cover our latest rankings update for the <em>Class of 2026</em>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->