Ishmael Odugbela
Ishmael Odugbela
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Will Armishaw | Prep Hoops Scout
Odugbela, a guard out of the St. Andrew’s School in Rhode Island, is the #2 ranked point guard and checks in at #23 overall. Odugbela has made an immediate impact for St. Andrew’s this winter, running the show for their varsity program. He’s a capable, multi-level scorer that has some real wiggle with the ball in his hands. He does a good job of making plays out of ball screens, has a quick first step when attacking the rim, and has impressed with the developments in his perimeter jumper. Defensively, he can really guard at the point of attack, using his length and lateral mobility to stay in front of opposing ball-handlers and make it difficult for them to get going.
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Read EvaluationWill Armishaw | Prep Hoops Scout
Odugbela, a point guard out of the St. Andrew’s School in Rhode Island, is a crafty ball-handler that does a nice job of getting into the paint off the bounce. He’s got a compact frame and nice strength, helping him to play through contact as a driver. He’s a creative finisher in the paint and continues to improve in his ability to knock down shots from behind the arc. He excels in transition, where he does a nice job of balancing hunting his own scoring chances and creating for his teammates. He’s a tough, hard-nosed defender that has the ability to generate steals on the ball and in passing lanes.
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