While Coleman still looks to increase his production, there’s no denying his potential. Physically, he checks a lot of boxes in person — he has legitimate next-level length, and his frame still appears to be filling out. Defensively, he can protect the rim and play in different schemes, whether man or zone, with his length consistently coming into play. He moves well enough to defend multiple positions and contain ball screens. You also saw flashes of offensive skill, whether it was handling the ball in the open floor, stretching the defense, or simply operating in space. If Carter can continue to develop physically, everything else is there — it’s just a matter of time before the production blows up. With the level of competition he’ll see this summer, there’s little doubt he’ll be pushed consistently, and more Power Four programs should enter the equation.

Our top ranked prospect from Oklahoma, Coleman has impressive movement shooting ability for a prospect his height and age. Coleman has been an early standout with Mokan Elite this spring after a strong 15 U season with Brad Beal Elite. When you look at Coleman’s positional size, perimeter shooting ability and production on the EYBL circuit, it seems like he’ll find himself in other national rankings sooner rather than later.

Coleman played under control throughout the evening and trusted his teammates with open shots. His ability to put the ball down and keep pressure on the defense while using his vision to see over perimeter defenders really helped his team stay in the game early as Cashion was able to score consistently at the other end. Coleman had two drives in the final minutes that really put Cashion on their heels. His body control and finishing ability is something that the Wildcats could not find an answer for. Coleman was also impactful from the foul line at the end, hitting four in a row to seal the victory.

As always the talent and long term potential jumps off the chart with Coleman. Opened the game with a great assist to a cutter out the high post. Had one of his customary pushes, dribble moves to avoid a smaller defender and then whip a perfect pass to a teammate for an open three. For his size he’s incredibly smooth looking when shooting from the mid-range and three. Had a couple great spin cycle scores too. There’s a lot to like about Coleman’s long term potential.

The tools are there for Coleman to be great. But the loss on Friday also showed there’s a lot of room for growth. Especially on the defensive end. In Oklahoma high school games, he should be a monster given his size and athletic advantages.

This is the type of a game that hopefully in a year from now, he’ll be making winning plays down the stretch. Altering shots at the rim, rebounding stronger. Better instincts and awareness on defense to fly around and make plays. As a sophomore there is still plenty of time to grow. But over the next year, the all around production needs to start matching his potential. Which could start as soon as this upcoming week.

An injury derailed the start to Coleman’s sophomore campaign, but he’s back and ready for a State Tournament push in Class 2A. The long term projection on Coleman remains unique among recent Oklahoma prospects, because he has legit perimeter movement and skills at his height. His ability as a passer really should not be overlooked. Drops transition dimes, whips cross court passes with velocity and accuracy. Combined with how he moves as a driver and on pull jumpers, it means there’s a lot to be excited about how the OCA standout will continue to develop. He plays hard, but there are little moments where he could unlock another level. For example in a game watched last week, he dropped one of those transition passes to his teammates. If he followed his pass, he could’ve been there for a putback dunk. Finding and doing those little killer instinct moments to prove he’s the man will help set him up with the right mindset to compete in the new era of high level college basketball.

A foot injury wiped out the start of Coleman’s sophomore season. Since then, he’s been back with a vengeance. Earning tournament MVP honors at the Mike Kerr tournament. With double doubles in the semifinals and finals. He went for 27 points, 10 rebounds, 4 assists and 3 blocks in the title game. He’s doing what potentially great players should do, looking too tall, too athletic and too skilled for the small town competition. His return has pushed the Eagles to the second spot in the OSSAA’s coaches rankings. Their schedule gets a bit tougher to close out the regular season, with battles against 4A teams OCS and Crossings Christian. It will be must watch viewing to see how Coleman rises to competition.

The still growing Coleman has true perimeter abilities. Thanks to his combination of natural fluid movement and a clear dedication to developing all of his perimeter skills. He plays in attack mode on offense. Always looking to get out in transition, either pushing it himself or sprinting down court. When he pushes it himself, it gives a glimpse at the vision and work he’s doing as a passer. Even has good touch on passes in the halfcourt as a secondary creator type player. And there’s the shooting. He has smooth touch off the dribble. Pulling from distance, or getting to the mid-range for jumpers and extended runners.

There’s a lot to like about Coleman’s game. So any critiques are more of the nit picking variety. Right now, he makes the best use of his size and athletic ability when attacking the rim for dunks and also skying for rebounds. But at his height, shot blocking and rim protection would be a good next step. Especially in Oklahoma, where he often’s going to have a massive size advantage. It would turn him into a true game changer on both ends of the floor. Dominating the paint on both ends would help turn OCA into a true contender in Class A this winter.

Coleman crushed it against small school competition at OCA and he’s showing his abilities can translate to the national stage. He’s an inside-outside threat, who had a couple strong performances with 13 points and 5 rebounds in one contest. While nearly double doubling in another with 11 points and 9 rebounds.

The game of his that was scouted in person, was unfortunately not one of those performances. As he was quieter as a scorer. But there were still very promising signs as he didn’t let his impact be dictated by simply scoring. He looks to be approaching 6’8 with a wingspan to match. And he put his height to good use by covering ground on defense and high pointing rebounds. Can push it a bit himself and also smartly pushing it ahead with passes. Then he turns on the jets to sprint down the court to hunt for putback opportunities. The scoring will come, especially when he play with energy like that.

Coleman is without a doubt, one of the top prospects in the country in the class of 2028. Athleticism is off the charts for his size and age; he’s every bit of 6’6 with a wiry, agile frame. He understands the flow of the game from an IQ standpoint, and he scores efficiently at all 3 levels. A must-see prospect for the years ahead, I predict a prominent D1 future.

The still growing prospect is a great mix of skill and upside. Starting to become a very smooth mover for a player of his age and height. Capable of gliding by defenders and also playing through contact on drives to the rim. His body control to maintain balance when fouled is already super impressive for his age.

Also puts it on the floor well, capable of draining triples where he created space for the jumpers. Runs the floor hard to hunt for opportunties for above the rim finishes. Was super productive at the small school level for OCA, gaining valuable on the court minutes. Is now set for a national schedule of elite competition with out of state program Bradley Beal, which should result in unlocking new levels to his game.