Nate Jones
Nate Jones
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Jay Anderson | Prep Hoops Scout
Jones is a familiar face debuting at No. 12 who’s in his second year of varsity at Grace Christian School in Sanford after starring in a similar role as an eighth grader. He’s continued to raise his profile as quite the lead guard after putting up 16.2 PPG, 2.5 APG, 2.0 RPG and 1.4 SPG in his freshman season. He’s a volume-shooting presence who’s continued to develop his all-around impact in the backcourt. He’ll be a name to watch with WCBA this grassroots cycle.
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Read EvaluationJay Anderson | Prep Hoops Scout
Jones has remained consistent in the Grace Christian backcourt as he enters his second year on varsity as a freshman.He finished second on the team in scoring (16.4 PPG) and assists (2.5 APG) along with 1.4 SPG while knocking down 43 3-pointers on the year, also second on the team. As he shores up his efficiency as a volume shooter, look for more college programs in the region to add him to their radar.
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Read EvaluationVictor Taylor | Prep Hoops Scout
Jones continues to be a scoring threat for Grace Christian Sanford, as he had 21 points twice last week, in wins over Thales Academy Apex and Mount Zion Christian. The Crusaders are on a hot streak right now and he’s been able to contribute, worming his way into the paint and making winning plays all over the floor. His ability as a playmaker is also coming along, and seeing flashes of great talent like when he had 7 assists against TAA is a good sign for his long term development.
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Read EvaluationJay Anderson | Prep Hoops Scout
Jones played well in spurts, battling against another top 2027 name in
Kobe Plata
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Plata
5'10" | PG
Southern Wake Academy | 2027
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. He started the scoring for Grace Christian and finished with 16 points, scoring six points in the fourth quarter. He’s got a quick shooting stroke he utilized at times. He’s quick on the break and does well to get to the painted area. As he gets stronger and more aggressive in the half court, he’s another 2027 name to keep an eye on in the state.
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Read EvaluationJay Anderson | Prep Hoops Scout
Jones continues to show his skillset on the varsity stage with Grace Christian School after producing for them as an eighth grader. He’s producing 17.7 PPG, 3.0 APG, 2.7 SPG and 2.0 RPG as he continues to show his growth as a high-level 2027 name to know in the state. He’s shooting 44 percent from the field with his prowess as a playmaking slasher.
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Read EvaluationVictor Taylor | Prep Hoops Scout
This is a kid who produced on the varsity level in spurts last year, but really looks like a go-to guy already as a freshman. Still coming along physically but is not afraid of taking on older and stronger competition. He’s a talented scorer who attacks the rim with aggression and knows how to be crafty enough to get to the line. Also able to knock down the 3 point shot when left open and still getting better at it on a varsity stage. A really intriguing name to keep track of from the 919.
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Read EvaluationJay Anderson | Prep Hoops Scout
Jones already got a ton of experience under his belt this past season with Grace Christian School on the NCISAA stage as an eighth grader. He produced 9.1 PPG, 1.6 RPG and 1.3 APG on 41 percent shooting, showing he could contribute against older competition. Look for him to continue to grow on the PH radar with Grace Christian in the Sanford area.
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