Portee Jr. had himself a day, serving as a catalyst in Kiski School’s win over Sewickley Academy. He consistently found ways to score, using his quick first step to get by defenders and create separation to get his shot off. Portee displays phenomenal touch around the basket, finishes acrobatically through contact, and can get to his effective spin move with ease. He was able to finish with a 32 points scoring all of his points in the 2nd through 4th quarter. He also plays above the rim, runs the floor in transition, and does a nice job positioning himself to secure rebounds. Portee knocked down a timely three late in the game to shift momentum and make his presence felt in a big spot. Continuing to limit bailout fouls will be an area to monitor moving forward. Portee Jr. is a name that should be on low-major programs’ radars in the 2028 class.

Portee made the most of his move from Trinity (PA) to nearby Bishop McDevitt last season, blossoming into a consistent threat to get loose for 20 points on any given night for a team that finished a few points shy of the district finals. He’s only continued building momentum in the time since then, opting to reclass and transfer west to Kiski School, repeating his junior year after finishing the season still well shy of his 17th birthday. Portee was a consistent standout this AAU season, showcasing his natural scoring ability as a downhill thumper with a respectable perimeter stroke to keep defenses honest. He’s a bit unorthodox but with two years left to develop should have an opportunity to establish momentum as a potential D1 prospect moving forward.

Portee provided a valuable spark for his East Coast Cyclones MHC squad during the game I watched at Summer Live Session I, supplying quality scoring depth while making his presence felt in several other areas. He plays with an effortless motor and consistently comes up with hustle plays on both ends of the floor, impacting winning beyond the box score. Portee is an effective off-ball slasher who times his cuts well in the half-court, finding open windows to create easy scoring opportunities around the basket. He also displayed good court vision, making timely passes and connecting with teammates for quality scoring chances. With his move to the Class of 2028, Portee’s combination of activity, feel for the game, and versatility should make him an even more intriguing prospect, and his recruitment has the potential to take a significant jump over the coming years.

Portee impressed with his ability to play on and off the basketball. He hit shots from behind the three point line. He was in good spots to make plays for himself on defense and uses his blend of size and strength to muster his way into passing lanes and turn defense to offense. He was effective in a complimentary role during the game I saw. Portee should take his game to the next level with his decision to repeat his junior year at The Kiski School (PA).

Tying with a team-high with 14 points, Portee was active on both ends of the floor with a gutsy effort despite the season-ending loss. The junior swingman was aggressive looking to push the ball in transition and attack in the halfcourt as the game went on, showing some polish to his ball skills with quick bursts to the rim when he saw a seam open up. He was quick to loose balls and active with his hands on D while flashing the ability to space the floor to the perimeter with his feet set. Portee also intrigued with a handful of slick passing reads to hit his big man coming off of pick-and-roll action. He’s not the most conventional player but his ability to check a multitude of boxes with a team-friendly approach should attract scholarship-level attention over the next year.

Leading the way for the Crusaders as he’s done throughout the season, Portee put together a workmanlike 15-point effort while coming up just short of the win. He thrived as an efficient and opportunistic off-ball scorer, showing a quick release as a shooter off the catch and consistent activity as a cutter to find easy buckets. The junior swingman made scrappy contributions across the floor game, particularly as a rebounder, and shows promising flashes off the bounce as an athletic straight-line slasher and occasional 1-on-1 shot creator. He should be on the radar of scholarship-level programs before too long with his versatile two-way impact.

Portee is a utility guard who impresses with his versatility. He can play on or off the basketball and has a nose for finding ways to stay relevant in the game. I like how he is able to anticipate the game on the fly and always seems to find ways to collect steals on defense. I want to see him become more of a consistent threat from deep.

After spending his first two years at Trinity, Portee Jr. will spend the next two at Bishop McDevitt, where he should have the ball in his hands a lot. He is a very shifty guard who can score from all three levels. Kenyon is extremely crafty finishing at the basket. He also has a great back-to-the-basket game, where he can either rip quick to the rim or turn around into a smooth jumper. It will be fun to see Portee as a more polished player with a program who trusts him to handle the ball.

Portee was a walking bucket at Philly HS Live as he torched a tough Pennsbury squad for 27 points (3 threes). This fast and elusive guard scored at every level in the half-court. He was unstoppable off the dribble and Portee proved that once got to the rim, he could finish strong through contact or with a creative flair. If a defender sagged off, Portee drained the open three. Portee was a blur in transition too. He raced past opposing players and then glided in for lay-ins or pulled up at the arc and then drained transition threes. His ability to play at full speed without being out of control or committing a turnover was incredibly impressive.  

Portee is an in-between guard who is mostly playing off the ball for his CPE squad. He is very adaptable is does whatever is needed to help the good of the team. He doesn’t mind sacrificing his body on the defensive end. Portee was able to turn defense to offense. He does a good job of filling the lane in transition. Portee showed that he can play around the rim. He takes high percentage shots. I would like to see Portee become more consistent from three he has a tad of a hitch in his shot. He is primed for a big junior campaign.