Justin Armstrong
Justin Armstrong
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Tom Keller | Prep Hoops Scout
Armstrong is a dynamic scorer who thrives with the basketball in his hands and has the ability to create offense off the bounce. He changes speeds and directions effortlessly, making him a difficult cover in one-on-one situations and allowing him to consistently get into the paint. Around the basket, he is an acrobatic finisher who can adjust his body in traffic and complete difficult finishes through contact or around shot blockers. Armstrong also has a polished in-between game, showing confidence in his ability to score with floaters, runners, and pull-up jumpers when defenders take away the rim. His blend of creativity, body control, and three-level scoring ability makes him one of the more intriguing offensive weapons on the floor.
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Read EvaluationCarey Smith | Prep Hoops Scout
After his outstanding runs at the Pitt Jam Fest, we are not surprised that Armstrong was a top performer at this past weekend’s Jersey Jam Fest. Two things really popped about Armstrong’s play in New Jersey with PSB Philly. The first was his ability to blow past his defender, get unto the paint and then score or pass off two feet. His footwork and poise on those plays was impressive. The second item was Armstrong’s ability to hit step back and fadeaways from deep as well as in the mid-range. Plus, Armstrong did a fantastic job of pushing the rock in the open court for scores and assists. This floor general is prospect college coach should be texting immediately
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Read EvaluationCarey Smith | Prep Hoops Scout
Armstrong is a multi-skilled point guard who this season contributed 6 points per game and scored a season high 18 points (1 three) against 6A powerhouse Reading. His speed and filthy handles enabled Armstrong to thrive in transition where he can push the rock for lay-ins or assists. On half-court possessions, Armstrong can score at all three levels or operate as a pass first floor general. His ability to blow past defenders with a quick burst and then get paint touches is impressive. His accurate 3-point shooting often caught opponents by surprise. Recently on the grassroots circuit, Armstrong posted a stat line of 14 points and 7 assists per contest at the Pitt Jam Fest (5 games).
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Read EvaluationCarey Smith | Prep Hoops Scout
Armstrong is an ultra-quick guard with filthy handles who thrived in the up-tempo atmosphere at the Pitt Jam Fest. Armstrong repeatedly pushed the rock in transition for scores and assists. His change of direction moves, court vision and live dribble passing were extraordinary. On half-court possessions, Armstrong blew past defenders off the bounce for floaters and lay-ins. When opponents sagged off him, Armstrong knocked down timely threes. This past weekend Armstrong averaged 14 points and 7 assists per game while leading PSB Philly HGAL to a 4-1 record.
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