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With a quick first step and shifty playing style, the promise has always been there for McNeely to make noise in Oklahoma’s Class of 2028. His quickness and aggressive driving playing style is producing this spring. By pushing the tempo, he’s capable of scoring and setting up his teammates in transition. While also dropping dimes and carving up the defense in the halfcourt. Similarly uses his gifts to be an impactful defender. Will be an important watch next month in summer league and team camps, to see how his AAU play translates to the high school level.

There’s an opportunity for McNeely to take the reigns for the Bulldogs. He has the athletic gifts to be a dynamic, playmaking point guard. The key for him to flourish as a sophomore will be him to grow up quickly as a true floor general. The PG for Edmond Memorial always has a lot on his plate. As over the last 15 years the Bulldogs have been one of the best coached teams in Oklahoma. His floor this year is likely flourishing in a change of pace role. As he’s super quick and shifty. But if he makes the jump as a cerebral guard, look out for McNeely and the Bulldogs.

Arguably the standout performer from the 2028 session. McNeely was quick and a handful off the bounce. Importantly, he doesn’t drive just to score. He was very good at getting downhill and making good passes to keep the offense flowing. Had flashes of locking in and being a real havoc causer with his quickness on the defensive end. Which will be important for him to make an impact this winter at Edmond Memorial.

While it was a lot of defense and creation that stood-out for the rising sophomore, he did have a takeover moment as a scorer. Has good elevation to match his quickness, making him a tough acrobatic finisher around the rim. And hit in the 15-18 foot range. Exciting prospect to watch, who could really rise this winter.

Past viewings of McNeely have indicated a promising young guard, with a great foundation. Unafraid to get after it on defense. While also having a skilled all around game. After a busy spring, this weekend represents a good opportunity to track McNeely’s development before he makes an expected jump with his high school program.

Kaliel McNeely Kaliel McNeely 6'1" | PG/SG Edmond Memorial | 2028 State OK had one of the better defensive showings at the Freshman Showcase. He plays with elite aggression and regularly looked for grab-and-go opportunities after getting defensive rebounds. He is a physical guard who plays much bigger than he is. McNeely had a chase down block that got the crowd excited and was able to secure the rebound through a packed paint.