Taiwo Daramola
Taiwo Daramola
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Paul Hernandez | Prep Hoops Scout
The 6-foot-8 forward is one of the best rim protectors in the Section, if not the state, dominant on the glass, and continues to add to his offensive skill set and scoring arsenal. Daramola has emerged as one of the top overall prospects in the Central Section regardless of class, has been impressive all Fall when I have seen him in person, and recently received another Division 1 offer from UC Santa Barbara. Daramola has great timing, gets off the ground quickly, and the wingspan to block/alter any shot around the basket, has the lateral quickness and foot speed to close out and alter shots on the perimeter, and his presence in the paint forces opposing players to adjust shots last minute or simply not even attempt to score in the post. Daramola is an elite rebounder, has the timing to get putback dunks and provide his team with second chance opportunities, while limiting opponents to single shot possessions. Daramola outlets the ball quickly, uses his strides and speed to get up the court to make himself available for transition dunks, and his timing and off ball movement has made him a true lob threat in the half court as soon as he gets a clearing. Daramola uses the drop-step, the up-and-under, and the fadeaway moves to score the ball within fifteen feet of the basket, is more confident with the short porch jumper, and can stretch the floor with the 3-ball on occasion. He continues to develop the handle and the burst of speed to get down the lane, and had a stellar stat-line of 23 points 8 rebounds, 3 steals, and 1 block in a home win over San Luis Obispo at the Tip-Off Classic at Bakersfield Christian.
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