Atkinson has really picked up his game in the past year. Alex has the ability to step-out and play face-up to the basket from behind the arc. He plays extremely active around the rim and surely will look to alter and challenge shots on the defensive end of the floor. Alex runs the floor very well and still seems to be hitting his for the next level.

Atkinson still has his best basketball still in front of him.

Alex Atkinson Alex Atkinson 6'9" | C Lower Richland | 2024 State SC is poised for a big senior year on the court and in his recruitment. LM/MM schools should definitely take a look as his potential on both ends is just scratching the surface. He is a good mixture of size and skill and can come in right away and add rim protection to any team. Played great help side defense and altered more shots than you can count while staying in the play and not fouling. Offensively he showed the ability to get to his spots off the dribble from the perimeter and post up on either block with a good touch. His pull up looked fluid and footwork was solid as well.

Alex had an extremely impressive Summer playing with Upward Stars Columbia and Lower Richland High School. He made huge strides in several areas of his game and is now regarded as one of the top players in the State, including being the #1 Center in the most recent Prep Hoops SC Ranking. Atkinson is a fierce Rim Protector, but can also produce on the offensive end as a lob threat or faceup scorer. Alex currently holds offers from Francis Marion, Emory and Henry, Benedict, and South Carolina State.

Atkinson really made some strides in his game this spring and summer with his play. Alex jumped up with his consistent play on the hardwood. He really has showed how to play inside-out on the floor. Alex is a very good passer from the high post and shows to have a soft touch from the around the rim and from out behind the 3-point line.

Atkinson started his high school career in Columbus, GA before coming over to the Palmetto State and attending Lower Richland HS. He ran this past summer with Upward Stars Columbia 17U on the Grassroots Circuit.