Ranked as a Top 30 prospect in the Class of 2027 in Ohio, Keyes was a major impact piece for D1 Indiana South 17u on Thursday morning. The super versatile 6’7″ forward knocked in three three-point shots while scoring a team-high 16 points. Not only does Keyes look the part physically, but he moves really well for his size and possesses some obvious skill level. Definitely a rising senior prospect to watch out of Canton McKinley High School in northeast Ohio.

One of the more talented offensive forwards in Ohio’s 2027 class, Keyes Jr can create plays off the dribble and move in a way that few players his height and weight can match. Creative off the dribble, Keyes Jr loves the flashy crossover and pass in showcase events like this. Hoping to see that talent turn into production and winning this summer for Keyes Jr, who could be a big boost to whatever grassroots program he plays for.

Keyes is a walking mismatch with his size at the guard position. He has a nice jumper and a good skillset that match his ability to dominant smaller guards. He can get to the lane and rim whenever he wants. He continues to look more athletic, even physically, which allows him not to always need to bully his way to the rim. He beats you off the dribble and gets buckets. His size and length make it tough to contest his jumper.

Keyes was the highest ranked prospect in our 2027 rankings in attendance and he lived up to that reputation. One of the most skilled forwards in Ohio, Keyes can do a lot with the ball in his hands at his size. Despite being a bigger bodied kid, Keyes has nimble feet and used the euro step to score around his defender multiple times in transition. Also a good shooter from the outside, Keyes knocked down a handful of 3-pointers off the dribble as well. One of the top players in Ohio’s 2027 class, Keyes will make a big impact at St Thomas Aquinas in Louisville this season.