UAA Invite/Elite-100: Standouts from CA
This week I attended the UAA Invite in Atlanta, Georgia plus the Elite-100 in Marietta, GA. High level basketball was on display at both events. Here were some of the standouts based in Cali. 2020 Andre Henry CG 6’3 175…
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Continue ReadingThis week I attended the UAA Invite in Atlanta, Georgia plus the Elite-100 in Marietta, GA. High level basketball was on display at both events. Here were some of the standouts based in Cali.
2020
Andre Henry CG 6’3 175 Saint Francis HS (CA) (Elite-100 ATL)
-An under the radar CA guard has great upside. Good length and can pressure the ball with either guard spot. Can make plays for others and score it. Good stroke from the 3pt line, maybe not elite, and can get to the cup with hesitations and changing speeds. Loved how hard he competed and made a name for himself. (Pictured)
Jadon Jones F 6’5 185 St Anthony (CA) (Elite-100 ATL)
-Long athletic lefty. He is somewhat of a tweener but defends multiple positions with quickness, speed and length. He is a little thin and will need to put on weight but can make shots from the 3pt line and rip through and take it to the rack and flush it down above the rim. His handle is good not great and can be more consistent as a shooter plus improve his right hand but he brings energy and athleticism to the court. A nice glue player for college.
2021
Harrison Hornery PF 6’8 210 Mater Dei (CA) (Elite-100 ATL)
-Skilled face-up 4-man. He has a high IQ and can shoot it from mid to the 3pt line. He seems to be getting more consistent as the year has gone on. He can work out in the post and score it but will usually face-up. He rebounds well in his area and will block an occasional shot but is primarily a below the rim player. Once he gets hot, he can carry a team.
Nick Davidson PF 6’7 205 Mater Dei HS (West Coast Elite 16 UAA)
-Face-up player is mostly an under the rim type but super crafty and skilled. Always patient and knows what he wants to do. Once he gains some momentum he can flush it down above the rim. He can step out and hit a 3. Strong inside to rebound and defend. He is smart, skilled and tough.
Lamaj Lewis PG/SF 6’4 170 Saint John Bosco (West Coast Elite 16 UAA and Elite-100 ATL)
-One of the more unique rising juniors in the West Coast. He is a point forward or big PG type. Thicker base who handles the ball really well and is a true play-maker. He is a capable 3pt shooter but needs work with this. He does finish well with a nice layup package and has a euro step to utilize. He also is a versatile defender and able to defend the 1-3 fairly well.
Ronnie Truman Gettings PF 6’7 190 Harvard-Westlake HS (West Coast Elite 16 UAA)
-Skilled 4-man who can shoot it. Under the rim type but tough and strong. Can shoot the 3pt shot and bully his way into the lane and absorb contact and score it. He rebounds well in his area with girth and strength.
Houston Mallette SG 6’4 160 Pacifica Christian HS (CA) (West Coast Elite 16 UAA)
-Long and lean shooter. He is quick off the dribble with a nice handle. Has a nice pull-up from mid-range and uses length to play passing lanes but with lack of strength currently. Upside is good due to shot making and looking very young still.
Cameron Niles SF 6’5 170 Del Campo (Team Arsenal Elite (CA) 16U Rise and Elite-100 ATL)
-Long and versatile wing. Gets downhill and attacks the basket. Good rebounder and active player. Good in passing lanes and can make plays for others. Plays above the rim on the break and he is coming into his own. He does need to get stronger and shoot it more consistently but I like his upside.
Lucas “Luke” Westermeyer PG 6 0 175 Clayton Valley Charter (CA) (Team Arsenal Elite 16U Rise and Elite-100 ATL)
-Good feel for the game. Smart pick and roll player can hit open 3’s. Just knows how to play. Changes speeds and hesitates smartly and seems to find anyone he wants in transition plus can get by his defender and make plays.
2022
Takai Emerson-Hardy SF 6’5 200 Vanden HS (CA) (Elite-100 ATL)
-Has many nice traits to like. He has a good build with long arms, can hit perimeter shots and defend. He is a good athlete and plays hard. Knows what he is doing out there and he is an aggressive player with a motor.
Jordan Pope PG 5’10 165 Freedom HS (CA) (Team Arsenal Elite (CA) and Elite-100 ATL)
-Quick scoring lead guard can really shoot it. He is small in stature but has a big game. His catch-3 seems to be automatic at times. Has a smooth release even though it starts a little low. His speed, quicks and shooting stand out when you watch him. He is a tough competitor and can make plays for others but is really wanting to score it.