Armani controlled the game with his smooth scoring package and ability to handle the basketball. He attacked the rim hard for finishes and mixed in a multitude of clean moves to get into his midrange arsenal. In transition he used a subtle crossover to get downhill and score, then continued to deliver bucket after bucket during Blake’s best stretches. Armani’s handle and pace stood out because he consistently created angles to the lane without rushing drives. He also drew fouls by breaking defenders down in isolation and attacking the rim. Fowlkes flashed vision as well and showed he can make passes when help defenders commit. Defensively, he took on strong assignments and defended well on-ball against the opposing team’s leading scorer. He stayed aggressive late and helped put the game away at the free throw line. Scored effectively at every level and looked like the engine of Blake’s offense.

Armani controlled the game with his smooth scoring package and ability to handle the basketball. He attacked the rim hard for finishes and mixed in a multitude of clean moves to get into his midrange arsenal. In transition he used a subtle crossover to get downhill and score, then continued to deliver bucket after bucket during Blake’s best stretches. Armani’s handle and pace stood out because he consistently created angles to the lane without rushing drives. He also drew fouls by breaking defenders down in isolation and attacking the rim. Fowlkes flashed vision as well and showed he can make passes when help defenders commit. Defensively, he took on strong assignments and defended well on-ball against the opposing team’s leading scorer. He stayed aggressive late and helped put the game away at the free throw line. Scored effectively at every level and looked like the engine of Blake’s offense.