2024 Underclassman All-American Game
The 2026 and 2027 high school classes represented the Underclassman All-American Game with plenty of shooters, scorers, and shot blockers. The game never fails to bring high-level underclass talent. The White Team beat the Red 110-93. White Team 6’6 180 SF – 2026 Adams earned Co-MVP and led the winning White Team with 18 points.…
Noa Essengue Interview
is a long and talented 6-foot-10 combo forward from France. He was awarded MVP of the ANGT, which took place over the weekend in Dubai (recap to come). Noa also had a standout showing in Indianapolis over NBA All-Star Weekend at Basketball Without Borders camp. He has good size and length, combined with impressive athleticism…
2024 Basketball Without Borders: Top Prospects
Basketball Without Borders once again displayed some of the best young talent from all over the world. The three-day camp, in Indianapolis over the weekend, consisted of drills and live games. Here are some of the standouts. Top Prospects 1. 6’9 195 PF, 6’11 wingspan, 9’3.25 standing reach – France 2006 Essengue looks the part…
EYBL Scholastic: La Porte Invitational
6’5 195 PG/SG – Long Island Lutheran 2024 Edgecombe (pictured) was all over the place in the 82-65 win against La Lumiere. He thrives in the open floor but finds ways to get to the basket and score in the half-court as well. He missed a few shots at the rim but still scored well.…
Marshall County Hoopfest/Derek Smith Invitational
With the high school season in full swing, plenty of talent was on display in Kentucky. I spent two days in Benton to catch the first two days of Marshall County Hoopfest and another two days in Louisville for the Derek Smith Invitational. Marshall County Hoopfest 6’2 175 PG – La Lumiere 2024 (Clemson) Buckner…
Holiday Hoopsgiving: Top Prospects
Holiday Hoopsgiving always gives off a nice bang to start the season. They do a great job of bringing in the local talent that Georgia has to offer combined with some of the elite talent the nation has to offer. 6’9 235 PF – Columbus 2024 Boozer (pictured) was great in his 40 point and…
Nike Elite 100: Top Prospects
The Nike Elite 100 was back for the first time since 2019, showcasing talent from the 2025 and 2026 classes. Complete Roster Measurements Here: https://twitter.com/evantomes/status/1666949140872396800 6’3 173, 6’8 wingspan SF – 2025 O’Neal scored well and was a consistent weapon for his team. He got to his spots, shooting it from deep as well as…
Crossroads Elite Invitational
Adam Shoulders once again, did a nice job of collecting talented underclassmen. It’s always a fun challenge to find 15 or so prospects who were productive at the camp and also intrigue as potential long-term prospects. 6’7 C – 2025 McMorris showed reliability as a finisher, dunking everything within range and was on the finishing…
Nike EYBL Session 4
6’1 170 PG – New Heights Lightning 2023 (North Carolina Cadeau (pictured) was looking like one of the top players in the 2024 class before announcing his reclassification to 2023. His feel is above his peers; he’s balanced, under control, and never rushed. His court vision is unmatched and it’s impressive watching him find alley…
Nike EYBL Session 1
6’8 185 2025 – Georgia Stars 2025 Wilson has a lot of intrigue with his size and skills. Although his results could be more consistent (41.9% FG%, 28.6% 3PT), he has a nice shot with a high set point to shoot over the defense. He can also see the floor and pass the ball, consistently…
2023 McDonald’s All-American Game: West Prospects
The West battled but came up just short, losing 109-106. Getting out-rebounded 46-33 and only connecting on 37.5% (9-24) on free throws usually won’t result in a win. Both teams battled and had highlight plays throughout the game. Here’s a recap of the West. 6’3 190 PG – USC Collier Earned MVP for the West.…
2023 McDonald’s All American Game: East Prospects
The East won 109-106 in the most competitive McDonald’s All-American Game we’ve seen in a while. They dominated the boards (48-33) and put together a big second half to seal the deal. The game also seemed more competitive and organized than some past years, making it better for evaluation purposes. 6’4 165 PG/SG – Kentucky…
Underclassman All-American Game: Top Prospects
The 2023 Underclassman All-American Game featured talent from the 2025 and 2026 high school classes. The game took place in Atlanta, Georgia and the White Team prevailed 90-81. White Team 6’4 160 PG/SG – 2025 Fleming had a huge output in his hometown, coming away as one of the game’s MVPs. He had a lot…
2023 Flyin’ to the Hoop: Top Prospects
As always, Flyin’ to the Hoop featured a mix of national prep teams as well as strong in-state teams. There was plenty of talent on display in four days of basketball. 6’4 185 PG – Combine Academy 2023 (USC) Demary (pictured) was great from start to finish against Lutheran East, hitting contested shots from all…
NIBC: La Porte Invitational
The second annual La Porte Invitational started the new year off right. There were plenty of powerhouse teams and high-level prospects through three days of action. 6’8 195 SF – Montverde Academy 2025 Flagg had a quiet 4-point and 4-rebound game against Sunrise Christian Academy. He had a much bigger game against Wasatch with 15…
Holiday Hoopsgiving: Top Prospects
Holiday Hoopsgiving featured plenty of talent and close games in the two-day event. With a mix of some of the best teams the state of Georgia and the nation had to offer, here’s a rundown of the top prospects. 6’5 185 SF – Buckhorn 2026 Holt had an impressive two games, especially considering his age,…
UA Next Elite 24
The UA Next Elite 24 is back after taking 6 years off. It’s a nice event for players to close out the summer, with its unique setting, outdoors on Northerly Island in Chicago along Lake Michigan. With a combination of adjusting to shooting outdoors, and the players not warming up, high-level 3PT shooting wasn’t on…
Nike EYBL Session 4
6’9 210 PF – Team CP3 2023 Jackson made his impact with 10.5 points and 9.2 rebounds per game. He displayed his shooting stroke, from 3PT (33.3% 3PT5) and out of his fadeaway. He was also successful pulling up off the dribble and out of crossovers, going into his shot after getting the defender on…