Impact on and off the ball is what stands out about Newell, a willing passer who’s always ready to make the extra pass. His decisions are about winning plays and what’s best for the team. When he gets downhill, he plays through contact to earn trips to the free-throw line, and he can finish above the rim in transition. He was also one of the better defenders I got to see, moving his feet well and staying engaged on both ends with a motor that did not shut off.

A transfer from Chicago Simeon, Newell is a quick, attacking left-handed lead guard who thrives with the ball in his hands. He is a creative finisher in the paint, using his speed and craft to navigate defenders and score in traffic. Newell plays with confidence, applies constant pressure on opposing defenses, and brings value on the defensive end as an active on-ball defender with quick hands.