Prospect Spotlight: Amauri Bates (2021)
Their are a number of prospects in Michigan that we should really keep an eye on as far as their development. Amauri Bates is a young man that we should be aware of. He’s a 5’6″ point guard in the class of…
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Continue ReadingTheir are a number of prospects in Michigan that we should really keep an eye on as far as their development. Amauri Bates is a young man that we should be aware of. He’s a 5’6″ point guard in the class of 2021 and attends Bradford Academy.
Bates has an intriguing skill set. He’s solid with the ball in his hands and looks very comfortable running an offense. Bates can play on or off the ball, but is most effective with the ball in his hands. He’s comfortable and effective from anywhere on the floor with his jump shot. Bates can play in both transition and in half court offensive sets.
Amauri Bates is focused on improving as a player and gaining experience on the court. He wants to improve defensively and get better with his left hand. Bates has put in work in the gym and used grassroots basketball to make these improvements happen. His best moment in the game so far was being a part of a varsity team as a sophomore and helping that team lose only 4 games. Bates is looking forward to playing Chandler Park next high school season. His Bradford Academy squad lost to them twice last year and he anticipates the challenge of turning it around next season.
Bates has goals both on and off the court. He simply wants to go as far as possible in the game of basketball. Obviously, every young player dreams of the NBA. But Bates is comfortable being the best version of himself that he can possibly be. He wants to graduate from high school, then go to college and earn a degree.
Amauri BatesIt may be just a matter of time before Bates draws the attention of some scouts and college coaches. He can knock down big shots and play solid perimeter defense. Bates is a very coachable athlete that is always looking for ways to become a better player.