Admittedly so, I wasn’t familiar with Bryant before this summer, but after getting to see him a few times within the last 3-to-4 months, it’s clear he’s a prospect to monitor. His size, stature and even his gameplay remind me of a former Jackson-Reed standout in JJ Massaqoui (Southeastern Lousiana) as a power combo forward who can surprise you with his ability to play away from the rim in spurts. As the season progresses, I think he’ll show off his skillset out on the perimeter more, but with the roles and talent on this Jackson-Reed team, his value will come from being a mismatch nightmare in the mid-post or in the paint where he plays with a bigger presence than his 6-foot-5 listed height.

A huge bump for Bryant in this update and he may not be finished rising up the charts as he went from No. 209 all the way to No. 84

The first time I saw Bryant I couldn’t help but think it was a doppelgänger of former Jackson-Reed standout JJ Massaquoi (Southeastern Louisiana), which is the perfect player for Bryant to emulate his game after. A bruising 6-foot-5 forward who is expected to fill time at both the 4-5 positions for the Tigers, Bryant brings a bruising frame that allows him to carve out space when operating around the rim. His lower body strength also allows to establish leverage inside when battling for position on the glass. He’s capable to step away from the basket and knock down shots, gives optionality when screening in space and will definitely be a name that rises up the rankings in the next update.

The two-sport athlete continues to make noticeable strides on the basketball court and played a major role in Jackson-Reed’s dominant opening win over Colonia. Bryant finished with 18 points, finding success in the mid-range and around the basket. A powerful and athletic forward who embraces physicality, he plays much bigger than his listed 6-foot-5 and allows the Tigers to maintain their up-tempo style without sacrificing too much size or toughness up front.

Jackson-Reed impressed as a tough-nosed unit in a hard-fought OT loss to Hargrave’s Grind Session team, and nobody embodied that spirit to the extent of Bryant. A big, physical utility guard, the Mt. Zion (MD) transfer played with constant aggression while showcasing a bruising downhill game with impressive polish and quickness for his build. Bryant was tough to stop getting to his bread and butter but also showed the ability to keep things honest as a reliable shooter from the perimeter with his feet set. Bryant will be among a core of seniors leading the way for the Tigers this season and could be a candidate to play onto scholarship-level radars over the course of the winter.

Bryant is a physical force who plays like a battering ram whenever he attacks the basket. He thrives on the interior, using his strength and toughness to finish through contact and consistently generate high-percentage scoring opportunities. Bryant was active on the glass, pursuing rebounds with purpose and putting himself in the right positions to secure extra possessions. He also displayed a strong feel for the game, reading defenses well and taking advantage of mismatches whenever they presented themselves. One of the more intriguing aspects of his offensive game is his ability to operate from the foul line area, where he can score, facilitate, or attack off the dribble. Bryant has the ability to pile up points in a hurry with his physical scoring style, and his overall production continues to point toward him being a legitimate scholarship-level prospect.

Will makes the move over from O’Connell to sure up a deep Mt. Zion roster. Can handle the rock on the perimeter and create for himself at a much better rate. Will can shoot the ball well from range and makes the defense pay with space. I like his work in the midrange area, can really do damage on the floor creating from inside the perimeter with less dribbles. Uses his strength well underneath the rim and sheds off defense on his drives with his big-guard frame. Hoping to see another jump in his progression during his time in Lanham with the Warriors.