Darieon Smith Jr.
Darieon Smith Jr.
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Michael Herrick | Prep Hoops Scout
He was recognized as a Top Performer at 2K25. Smith played extremely tough defense while guarding positions 1-5 all weekend. Darieon caused havoc and turmoil with his defense. On the offensive side, Smith was the MOTOR of the team. He pushed the pace and put pressure on the defense. He shot the ball accurately and consistently all weekend. His effort and energy was on full display at 2K25.
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Read EvaluationFord Griffith | Prep Hoops Scout
All game, Smith was playing hard on defense, picking up loose balls to get a fastbreak advantage on the other end. He played a very well game all-around. The reason he is on this list, though, is his clutch shot-making and awareness to be in the right spots. At the end of regulation, Smith broke the tie with a corner three from a baseline kick from one of his teammates. That could have been the game winner if it weren’t for Uncheckable hitting a crazy buzzer-beater right after. In the second overtime, Smith positioned himself right under the basket for an easy pass and the game-winner. His positioning/shot-making won his team the game!
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Read EvaluationMichael Herrick | Prep Hoops Scout
-SSA 15U White goes as Smith goes, he is the motor of the team
-Nightmare matchup on the defensive end, puts the clamps down on D
-Competitor, hustler, takes charges, dives on the floor, does he little things
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Read EvaluationMichael Herrick | Prep Hoops Scout
Darieon showcased his ability to be a lockdown defender in his two days at St. Cloud. He effectively shut down positions 1-5. He hoops with an edge on both sides of the ball. Smith is the MOTOR of his SSA team!
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Read EvaluationSpencer Christenson | Prep Hoops Scout
Smith, I saw with Sanford last summer. He’s a junkyard dog type of forward that is physical and brings the juice 100% of the time until the clock strike zero. He’s muscled-up, physical, and can defend multiple positions. Moves his feet well laterally and competes on the glass. There will be updates throughout the Summer on Smith and his play with Sanford this offseason.
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