The highest debut from the watchlist comes from Haines, who is just starting to scratch the surface of his potential as a basketball player. At 6-foot-8 he’s got the height to do damage inside as a scorer, rebounder, and shot-blocker, but his ability to run the floor and also step out and hit jumpers makes him a multi-dimensional threat. After a good AAU run he’s continued to impress at various elite camps and was a standout at the PrepHoops Expo.

Might be the surprise hidden “gem” of the year in the Pacific Northwest. An extremely versatile player who is still carving out his niche. Has all the tools to one day be a player who can impact a game on both ends of the floor. He’s a guy you want on your team; a perfect teammate who doesn’t hurt his team, only adds value. Has the talent to be in every statistical category (Points, Rebounds, Assists, Steals, Blocks, 3-pointers, and free throws) in a basketball game. Once he learns how to play at an ELITE level every night and get more stronger/vocal and aggressive with shot-blocking attempts, then he will be a problem for all opposition. He can really run the floor; a great trapping defender, and special when he gathers a defensive rebound and starts the transition game as a point forward. Interest should begin coming in. (LL)

#104 – Might be the surprise hidden “gem” of the year in the Pacific Northwest. An extremely versatile player who is still carving out his niche. Has all the tools to one day be a player who can impact a game on both ends of the floor. He’s a guy you want on your team; a perfect teammate who doesn’t hurt his team, only adds value. Has the talent to be in every statistical category (Points, Rebounds, Assists, Steals, Blocks, 3-pointers, and free throws) in a basketball game. Once he learns how to play at an ELITE level every night and get more stronger/vocal and aggressive with shot-blocking attempts, then he will be a problem for all opposition. He can really run the floor; a great trapping defender, and special when he gathers a defensive rebound and starts the transition game as a point forward. Interest should begin coming in.

Haines used his 6-foot-6 frame to wreak havoc defensively, showing excellent timing both on the ball and as a help-side shot blocker. His length and instincts made him one of the toughest players to score on in the gym. (JN)