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Jordan Brand Classic diary: Austin Grandstaff

Austin Grandstaff said his "Size-Up and Jab" move is unstoppable. / 247 Sports

Austin Grandstaff said his “Size-Up and Jab” move is unstoppable. / 247 Sports

In the days leading up to Friday’s Jordan Brand Classic, USA TODAY High School Sports will be publishing diaries from players to document their experiences in New York City, at practices and events related to the game. This installment is with Rockwall (Texas) shooting guard Austin Grandstaff, an Ohio State signee.

I’m excited for the experience and being able to be a part of this with such a prestigious group of guys. To have a chance to play on TV and have my family and friend watch me and to come to New York, it’s just a blessing.

To be playing in the Jordan Classic is just huge. He’s the to ever play the game and to be playing in his all-star game in New York is a pretty big deal.

This is my first time in New York City so I’m looking forward to seeing everything. I’ve always wanted to see the Empire State Building.

I was in the High School Slam three-point contest in Indianapolis and then was at the Kentucky Derby Classic last weekend in Louisville. I got home Sunday and flew here this morning.

I’m looking forward to playing with Tyler Davis here. He’s from Dallas too and we played together at the Global Games.

Since the high school season ended, I’ve just been working on getting a lot quicker and faster and make sure my ballhandling is still strong, not just for this game but for the next level at Ohio State. I feel like I’ve gotten a lot better since the season has been over.

By signing early, it definitely took a lot of weight off my shoulders. I wanted it to be over before my high school season so I could focus on that. It was great to be able to play and not have to worry about recruiting and now I’m looking forward to the summer and getting ready.

For people who haven’t seen me, I can score in many different ways. I can shoot from anywhere. I have a lot of range and I like to win.

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