2027 Jyreon Patterson (Shot Callerz):
Patterson is another one that I would jot down and see how he continues to develop, but there were plenty of flashes showing what he ultimately could be. Patterson has a long frame and should only continue to grow and get stronger. He created well off the bounce, was able to get around defenders, get into the paint, and finish strong through contact and around the basket.
2028 OB Lowery (Hoop Dreams):
Lowery is a crafty quick guard on the court, as he excelled well out in transition, getting to the basket, and finding ways to score over defenders. Has strong handles for a play at his age, and used his quickness to his advantage. But time after time, he was able to fill it up, be effective out on the break, and finish with a little flash on the court. A young guard that played extremely well all throughout the event.
2028 Mehki Mcintosh (Hoop Dreams):
Mcintosh was another player that earned my attention with Hoop Dreams, as this was a very well-coached and balanced program on the court. Throughout each day, he was a strong force and played hard on both ends; a good two-way prospect that also found ways to attack the defense, get paint touches, and finish strong from a variety of levels.
2027 Cale Curtis (Kulture):
Curtis was a big man that certainly stood out with his size at his age. And though there is plenty of room for development, he is one that gives you continuous flashes of being a strong forward that controls the paint on both ends. Curtis kept the ball high, created multiple second-chance opportunities, carved out space on the boards, and had a great touch in finishing around the basket. It will be fun to watch him develop and grow, as well as get stronger, as there were several factors in his game that made him an intriguing big.
2027 Dylan Franklin / 2027 Caleb Butler (Hoop Society):
Coming from Texas, Franklin and Butler put together multiple strong performances throughout the event. Franklin brings more of that physical nature and strength on the court with his frame, while Butler brings athleticism and ability to attack downhill. Franklin though did a great job in being an impact player in all areas of the floor; strong defensively, can knock down shots from a variety of levels, can be a force and active in the paint, and also make smart decisions for his teammates.