Xander Wedlow
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Scott Hankamp | Prep Hoops Scout
Wedlow is a top notch post prospect that has the potential to be a difference maker at the next level. Defensively, he could probably be an immediate contributor. Wedlow is extremely bouncy under the rim and has quick feet in the lane. That combination allows him to cover a lot of ground and space to challenge at the rim and block shots. Wedlow is a strong finisher with 2 hands.
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Wedlow is the definition of vertical basketball on the defensive end. He can get off the ground in a hurry, go straight up, and send a shot back. There’s no such thing as an easy look when you have to finish around Wedlow.
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Read EvaluationScott Hankamp | Prep Hoops Scout
Wedlow is a top notch floor runner and above the rim finisher. He’s also a premier rim protector and shot blocker. He’s a greatly improved player as well, continuing to gain ball skills that he could show off to coaches at the Top 250 and those checking out the livestream.
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Read EvaluationScott Hankamp | Prep Hoops Scout
Wedlow is a beast by the rim. He has a D1 build and can finish with D1 power at the rim. Wedlow has light feet too, which really allow him to do work that most bigs just can’t do. A list of college coaches should be eyeballing him at this event.
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Read EvaluationScott Hankamp | Prep Hoops Scout
When Wedlow came into high school there were a lot of eyes on him, anxious to see what he could turn his game into. He certainly hasn’t disappointed. Wedlow is an elite athlete that can play an excellent vertical game. He’s become a tenacious finisher at the rim, a perfect example of that being his 2 handed put back finish. Wedlow continues to flash a very high upside and makes moves that shows he’s going to reach that potential.
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Read EvaluationScott Hankamp | Prep Hoops Scout
Wedlow has the tools, that’s for sure. The intangibles like height, strength, and athleticism are there. He’s quickly improving his ball skills and his jumper, which combined with his activity around the rim and finishing ability, make a dangerous combo.
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Read EvaluationScott Hankamp | Prep Hoops Scout
Wedlow came into high school as a raw but very talented post player. He’s seen dramatic improvement over the last year or 2. Wedlow looks bigger and physically stronger, making him able to bang with the best and truly control the paint. He’s a solid defender that can block shots and defend the rim.
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