Wes Robinson
Wes Robinson
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Carey Smith | Prep Hoops Scout
Across the last three games of his breakout junior season, Robinson averaged 25.3 points per night. Included in his recent stretch of impressive scoring outbursts was a 26-point (4 threes) performance on Tuesday against Spring Ford in a District 1-6A playback loss. Robinson is an athletic and versatile guard produced points at all three levels. This lefty possesses impressive speed and craft handles, so he can got to the rim off the dribble in transition as well as in the half-court. Robinson’s jump shot was automatic from the baseline, mid-range and behind the arc. Robinson also flashed point-forward skills and the ability to score on post ups.
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Read EvaluationCarey Smith | Prep Hoops Scout
Robinson’s breakout junior season continued Friday night as this athletic and versatile guard torched CR South for 29 points in Methacton’s District 1-6A opening round playoff win. Robinson is a quick and athletic guard with crafty handles. He used that trifecta of assets to relentlessly attack the paint against CR South for lay-ins, floaters, and runners. Robinson’s ability to score through contact on those dribbled drives was impressive too. This lefty also scored in transition repeatedly and flashed the ability to post up smaller players.
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Read EvaluationCarey Smith | Prep Hoops Scout
Robinson has posted one hell of a week so far. On Tuesday night he tossed in the game winning runner against Pope John Paul. Then on Thursday night he notched 18 points (1 three) in a win over Boyertown. On Saturday this solidly built lefty will look to keep his stellar play rolling in an important PAC battle with Perkiomen Valley. Robinson excels on the fast break where his athleticism, length and intimidating frame enable him to convert through contact. His ability to grab a defensive rebound and go coast to coast for a lay-in or assist is impressive. In the half-court, Robinson can knock down triples all day. He can also score on dives to the cup as well as via the offensive glass. Robinson can also work as a creative point-forward for stretches.
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Read EvaluationCarey Smith | Prep Hoops Scout
Across his two Week 6 games Robinson showcased tremendous athleticism and a multi-faceted skill set. This lefty knocked home threes, scored in transition as well as off straight-line drives in the half-court. Robinson’s solid frame enabled him to muscle his way past defenders for buckets in close. He also got out on the fast break for several baskets. In all these scenarios, Robinson finished through contact. Robinson flashed the ability to play off two feet as well as solid up and under moves. He was fierce presence on the glass at both ends of the court.
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Read EvaluationCarey Smith | Prep Hoops Scout
During Week 1 action at the Comp Edge Fall League this solidly built lefty started things off by popping threes. When defenders attempted to play Robinson tight to put a stop to his perimeter shooting, he dipped into his dribble drive bag and got into the paint for floaters and lay-ins. Robinson showed crafty open court scoring skills too as he Euro-stepped his way to a couple of lay-ins. Robinson also delivered several creative dimes. His live dribble passing was especially impressive.
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Read EvaluationChad Graham | Prep Hoops Scout
Despite being an undersized wing, Robinson is a bowling ball when he gets a full head of steam. With smooth crossovers going east and west, he gets into the lane and overwhelms defenders with the contact he creates. Robinson can also counter on drives by getting to his spin move or a quick floater. His on-ball skills enhance his other abilities. He can make reactive passes, space the floor, and take on key matchups defensively.
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