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<p>Let's jump into the film room to break down prospects in the 2027 class who deserve to be highlighted for their play this season!</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2382372' first='Ace' last='Spinner'] (Central A&M - 2027)</strong></p>
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<p>Spinner recorded a school record 51 points in a game including nine made triples. Also grabbed 17 rebounds in that contest. Kid is a plus shot maker that has done that since the first time we saw him. Moves well without the ball to get open. Quick release. Can also score on cuts and mix in crafty drives maneuvering his body in the lane.</p>
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<p><strong>Max Burns (Rock Falls – 2027)</strong></p>
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<p>Burnes is a 6'4” junior guard who has nice size and length on the wing. Smooth ball handler that can create off the bounce with good body control and finishing ability at the rim. Capable spot up three point shooter.</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2822200' first='Lane' last='Eilerman'] (Calhoun – 2027)</strong></p>
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<p>Eilerman is a 6'4” forward out of Calhoun that has some athletic pop to his game. Good driver that likes to go baseline on rips for dunks. Creates separation on his mid-range jumper rising up over defenders knocking in shots. Acrobatic and reverse layups. Downhill scorer is where he is at his best with solid handles.</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2779481' first='Warren' last='Schweitzer'] (Rochelle – 2027)</strong></p>
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<p>This power forward is also one of the top 2027 tight ends on the gridiron. High level hooper as well as a 6'7” 235 pound power forward that is averaging 13 and 9 while shooting 35% from three. Can stretch the floor with his shooting while playing with physicality round the hoop. Touch and feel scoring around the hoop. Also brings a presence defensively as a rim protector.</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='3430346' first='Kazion' last='Morehead'] (Freeport – 2027)</strong></p>
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<p>Morehead is an athletic guard that has broken out this season. Rangy frame with crisp handles and burst with the ball in his hands off the bounce. Gets into his mid-range and three point shot with ease.</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2413791' first='Carter' last='Martin'] (Lakes – 2027)</strong></p>
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<p>Martin is having a strong junior campaign. Good passing lead guard that makes reads on the fly. Also is a quality shot maker creating off the catch along with off the bounce. Solid athlete. Skilled overall player being able to create with a solid handle.</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2125626' first='Ethan' last='Richardson'] (Woodstock North – 2027)</strong></p>
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<p>Richardson recently averaged 18 points a game over their 3 game MLK Tournament. On ball guard that has a good feel for the game both as a scorer and distributor. Cuts passing lanes for scores in transition, quick shot coming off ball screens, and can spot up as a shooter. Nice soft touch finishing game!</p>
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<p><strong>Sivante Stokes (Canton – 2027)</strong></p>
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<p>Stokes is a 6'3” point guard is a shifty ball handler who gets in the paint with two feet where he scores with acrobatic finishes along with short jumpers.</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2125671' first='Nojus' last='Venckus'] (Lockport – 2027)</strong></p>
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<p>Venckus is averaging 15 points and 5 rebounds a game while shooting 45% from beyond the arc. Smooth two guard who has burst with the rock in his hands. Cuts off the ball with intent. Crafty scorer with scoop shots and reverse layups. Quick and consistent release from three.</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2125668' first='Nedas' last='Venckus'] (Lockport – 2027)</strong></p>
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<p>Nedas is averaging 20 points a game this year while shooting 45% from beyond the arc. Plays at his pace. Plus shooter from beyond the arc. Quick release from distance along with moving well without the ball in his hands.</p>
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<p><strong>Chris Pulliams (TF North – 2027)</strong></p>
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<p>The strong bodied forward had one game this year vs Eisenhower where he went for 30 points and 23 rebounds. Powerful around the hoop scoring with bully ball through opponents. Good use of fakes and mauls on the glass. Below the rim athlete that gets stuff done with his physicality, positioning, and relentless motor.</p>
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<p><strong>Braeden Gillie (Chicago Ag Science – 2027)</strong></p>
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<p>Gillie is a 6'0” junior guard that has quick twitched athleticism. Smooth handles getting to his spots and can rise up over defenders to knock in a shot. Bit of a slow release off the catch, but they go in. </p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2349619' first='Brady' last='Harris'] (Francis Parker – 2027)</strong></p>
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<p>This 5'11” junior guard is posting numbers at about 19 points a game. Slick handles getting in the lane where he has tremendous body control converting scoop shots and acrobatic layups. Clean shot from three mechanically. Crisp and precise movements with the ball in his hands setting up his moves.</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2125584' first='Angelo' last='Lazo'] (Morton – 2027)</strong></p>
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<p>The 6'0” combo guard averaged 15 points a game at the Maine East Holiday Tournament. Moves well without the ball to get open. Solid spot up shooter. Can create for himself and others off the bounce. Like the passing flair that he flashes off live dribbles!</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2734410' first='Jacque' last='Lewis'] (Morgan Park – 2027)</strong></p>
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<p>Lewis had a monster showing at the Hinsdale Central Holiday Classic where he averaged 17 points, 5 rebounds, 6 dimes, and 3 steals a game. Athletic guard tht can really knock down shots at a high clip from deep. Burst with the ball in his hands and is a pesky on ball defender. Really starting to come into his own!</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2991007' first='Camarie' last='Richmond'] (Springfield Lanphier – 2027)</strong></p>
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<p>The dual sport 5'9” athletic point guard loves to get in the mid-range for pull up jumpers and soft touch finishes. Crisp handles allow him to get to his spots on the floor.</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='3430180' first='Brendan' last='Petty'] (Morton – 2027)</strong></p>
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<p>The central Illinois wing plays with good bounce and length on the perimeter and inside. Clean spot up shot from three. Active defender around the hoop along with getting swats on threes. Has some projectability to work with.</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='3028129' first='Brandon' last='Tennon'] (Tremont – 2027)</strong></p>
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<p>Tennon is a 6'4” junior that has broad shoulders and a nice frame. Combination of strength and skill working from 15 feet in. Also excels in the open floor as a rim runner and finisher. Straight line takes on scores at the rim. Gets on the offensive glass for second chance points. Physical and athletic tools are intriguing!</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2125662' first='Lucas' last='Camacho'] (Yorkville – 2027)</strong></p>
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<p>The junior 6'0” plays on the JV level for a talented Yorkville program. Kid can really shoot it off the catch with a quick release. At his best as a spot up shooter, but can also mix in some floaters and short shots.</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2630011' first='Jude' last='Harmon'] (Massac County – 2027)</strong></p>
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<p>Harmon is a sleeper from southern Illinois. The 6'3” combo guard gets elevation on his shot off the catch and bounce. Good length, solid athleticism, and a feathery stroke from downtown! Makes quick simple reads as a passer off live dribbles.</p>
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