James Carraway
James Carraway
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Paul Hernandez | Prep Hoops Scout
The 6-foot-4 wing/guard can score the ball from 3-levels, and is a versatile defender that has the physicality to hold up against bigger players in the post, as well as the lateral quickness and active hands to stay in front of perimeter players, and poke the ball out or deflect passes to get out in the open court. Carraway had two solid showings at the Meet in the Middle Showcase with games of 14 points and a pair of threes in a loss to Pacifica Christian of Newport, followed by another 14 points showing and a pair of threes to go along with 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Carraway has a strong handle on the rock, uses the crossover, between cross, and behind cross to get his defender off balance, get great lift on the jumper with the height to shoot over most defenders, is accurate from the mid-range to the 3-point line off the bounce, and has the strength to bully his way to the basket and score through contact. Carraway is active on the boards, has good timing and bounce to block shots from the weakside, as well as on the perimeter with timely closeouts, and hit the stepback 3-ball a few times to show his scoring arsenal. Carraway had one of the top highlights of the event with a put-back dunk as he came flying in from the right side baseline that had me and others out of our seats.
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Read EvaluationBritt Wright | Prep Hoops Scout
Carraway is looking to have a breakout season as he’s been playing well on both sides of the ball. He’s a big guard with quality handles, speed and toughness, he’s a willing passer. He can generate his own buckets in different ways. He gives effort and energy defending and helping rebound.
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Read EvaluationBritt Wright | Prep Hoops Scout
He got off to a good start in the early season. At 6’3 he has good size, and movement for the guard position. He’s an improving ball handler and a willing passer. He’s shown he can use his dribble to get into the paint, and play through contact. He’s a quality defender. He’s a contributor with some tools to work with. His best days are ahead.
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Read EvaluationBritt Wright | Prep Hoops Scout
He’s a big guard at 6’3 with decent handles, he has some point guard skills. He’s handling ball pressure bringing the ball up court, he’s making good passes and taking care of the ball. He’s playing good defense, with a good stance, arms away from the body. He’s guarding hard on ball, and has good help off ball.
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