Derrick Reason Jr
Derrick Reason Jr
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Eric Wallace | Prep Hoops Scout
Reason Jr. is a talented young lead guard with advanced ball handling skills, an impressive command of the basketball and a high basketball IQ. He is extremely creative off the dribble, using his quick first step and ability to change speeds and directions to consistently break down defenders and get into the paint. A difficult matchup for opposing guards, Reason Jr. can create scoring opportunities for himself or his teammates and is also a capable perimeter shot maker. His combination of offensive creativity, playmaking ability and advanced skills makes him one of Virginia’s top backcourt prospects to watch in the 2030 recruiting class.
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Read EvaluationEric Wallace | Prep Hoops Scout
The freshman impressed with Team Takeover last spring on the Jr. EYBL circuit. He has an impressive command of the basketball and can create his own offense off the dribble. A guard with high level quickness, he also changes speeds well to keep defenders off balance and consistently finds ways to get into the paint. He has a good feel for the game and plays with confidence. Reason Jr. looks like one of the region’s top point guard prospects in the 2030 class.
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Read EvaluationRaMoor Damajo | Prep Hoops Scout
Reason Jr. gave us a strong defensive look, showing good trap instincts and help-side awareness throughout the weekend. He plays with a good understanding of where the next defensive rotation needs to come from, giving him a chance to impact possessions beyond the box score.
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