Zeke Settles
Zeke Settles
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Andrew Johnson | Prep Hoops Scout
Settles brings positional size, toughness, and versatility every time he steps on the floor. He scores from multiple levels, rebounds well for his position, and competes defensively with an edge. As his perimeter shot continues to improve, he’s becoming an even tougher matchup because defenders have to respect every part of his offensive game.
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Read EvaluationMatt LaSalle | Prep Hoops Scout
The transfer from Port Charlotte, Settles, has been off to a fast start with his new Wellen Park squad. The 6’4″ SF is a tremendous 2-way player who effects the game in a number of ways, both offensively and defensively. He is an excellent shot blocker and also rebounds the ball very well on both ends of the floor. Settles can score inside and out, and shoots it from behind the arc at a very high rate, he finished with 25 points in a win over Gateway Charter this past weekend.
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Read EvaluationEric Wallace | Prep Hoops Scout
Settles is a smart wing with good positional size. The junior is a capable shot maker and uses his strength and skill for timely drive to the rim. He is willing to sneak in and help on the glass from the perimeter as well.
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Read EvaluationMatt LaSalle | Prep Hoops Scout
Port Charlotte’s do it all guy, Settles, had himself quite the week. The 6’4″ junior had multiple 20 point games, and proved he can score both inside and out. He has the size and strength to finish down low with contact, but can also hurt you from deep where he shoots the 3-ball at a high rate. Defensively he has the ability to guard every position on the floor and rebounds the ball very well on both ends of the court.
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Read EvaluationAndrew Johnson | Prep Hoops Scout
At 6-4, Settles is physical inside, a strong rebounder, and capable of scoring from anywhere. His smooth jumper from deep makes him tough to guard, and he brings the kind of energy and intensity that sets the tone for his team. As he continues to develop, Settles is shaping up to be one of Venice’s key leaders.
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Read EvaluationMatt LaSalle | Prep Hoops Scout
The sophomore prospect had a great first season with Venice and it carried over to his play this summer. Settles produced each and every time he stepped on the court and continues to build his game, becoming a well-known name in the area. He plays the game hard and with a lot intensity. He rebounds the ball very well and can score on all 3-levels. Settles has a smooth stroke from the outside but can also bang down low when needed. Look for the 6’4″ SF to continue to mature as a player and be one of the leaders for his Venice squad, in just his second season.
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Read EvaluationMatt LaSalle | Prep Hoops Scout
This 6’4″ freshman CG is really starting to make a name for himself early on in his career. Settles has a tremendous basketball IQ and plays with passion and intensity. Every time he steps on the court he gives it 110% and just loves to play the game. He is averaging 10.3 ppg and 3.5 rpg, including 6 double-digit scoring performances for the Indians in 2023. Settles is a 3-level scorer who can get to the rim and finish with both hands, but is also an exceptional free-throw and 3-point shooter. He scored a season-high 19 points with 5 rebounds and 4 assists in a tough fought double-overtime loss to a talented Bradenton Christian squad, where he had some clutch baskets down the stretch to keep Venice in the game. Settles is a young prospect to monitor with very high upside, who should start seeing interest from colleges very soon.
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Read EvaluationRoss Van De Griek | Prep Hoops Scout
Settles has the intangibles to be a strong on-the-ball defender as well where he can guard both positions out on the perimeter where he forces the opposition into taking tough shots. Settles has a strong understanding for the game as well where his IQ continues to rise and could become a big-time prospect as his high school career rolls on. Settles is also having a strong start to his freshman averaging 10.4 points and 3.2 rebounds per game this season for the Indians.
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Read EvaluationRoss Van De Griek | Prep Hoops Scout
The 6-3 freshman combo guard is a matchup problem for opposing guards as he has the strength as well as his speed to finish above the rim using his athleticism and frame. He has the intangibles to be a strong on-the-ball defender as well where he can guard both positions out on the perimeter where he forces the opposition into taking tough shots. Settles has a strong understanding for the game as well where his IQ continues to rise and could become a big-time prospect as his high school career rolls on.
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