Austin Maxon
Austin Maxon
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Bobby Lopez | Prep Hoops Scout
Maxon showed us this summer that his value goes well beyond simply making plays with the ball. He has the instincts and discipline to make life difficult for opposing guards. He was really good at staying connected defensively while consistently finding ways to disrupt their rhythm. His anticipation stood out as he regularly seemed to be a step ahead of developing plays and turned those reads into transition chances. On offense he played with purpose and kept possessions moving while showing a willingness to make the right play rather than chase his own numbers. That combination of defensive instincts, unselfishness and overall feel gives Maxon a very intriguing foundation to build on
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Read EvaluationDuvalier Johnson | Prep Hoops Scout
Maxon caught my attention first on the defensive end, and that is something you don’t see too much of at showcases, but that’s where this was different. He stayed active without gambling on every play, hunted loose balls, and turned his defensive pressure into opportunities going the other way. I liked his technique closing out on shooters, especially how he stayed under control with his feet instead of flying past the play and being ready to move when they went to counter. He got his hands on passes, forced some uncomfortable possessions, and immediately looked to push after turnovers. There is a pesky element to his game defensively that could become a real calling card and he turned that into being a guy who got the offense flowing as well. The ball was not sticky with him, and he was moving and running the show. That translates.
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