Player: Tjay Brunson
Class: 2028
Height: 6’5
High School: Cleveland
Each and every year, Phenom Hoops has a chance to learn several new names throughout the summer that we will closely be watching down the road. Rewinding the tape from the summer, a player that Phenom Hoops highlighted early on was 2028 6’5 Tjay Brunson, as he was able to flourish with 1of1 Elite.
Brunson had a strong freshman season at Cleveland High School, nearly averaging a double-double early o,n and clearly has the intangibles that could make him a worthy college prospect. When you talk about Brunson’s game, there are a lot of factors that stand out early on and he still has potential left in the tank. He is 6’5, athletic, and has a strong overall motor that excites you with his game. He is comfortable from multiple levels on the court, running well in transition, attacking the glass, and also being able to stretch the floor with his perimeter game. You add on top his athleticism and energy on the defensive end, Brunson finds ways to impact the game in so many ways. Brunson is highly intriguing in what he could ultimately be, which is why our eyes will be on his game this upcoming high school season to see if he could take another step. If he does, you can guarantee that his name will be on the rise in a strong Class of 2028.
What Has Been Said:
“Brunson was a new name personally for me, but after watching him throughout the event, he will be a name to watch more and see how he develops. The 6’5 young prospect really impressed with his comfort level from a variety of levels, and you have to love his motor on the court. He is coming off a strong freshman season at Cleveland HS, averaging nearly 7ppg and 7rpg, and he gave us an even better preview of what’s to come down the road. Brunson surprised us with his multi-level scoring ability, scoring inside and running the floor, but also stretching the floor with his three-point shooting. You add that to his energy on the glass, his athleticism both offensively and defensively, and his willingness to compete all over the floor.”
“The 1 of 1 Elite program always seems to have a slew of noteworthy, highly appealing prospects within their program, and TJay Brunson has the tools to be next up. He’s a long, athletic, blossoming wing who already consistently impacts the game on both ends of the floor. Brunson plays with infectious energy and wreaks havoc across multiple positions defensively. He rebounds at a high level for his position and has the necessary skill to push the break in transition. His motor and nose for the ball lead to constant involvement in the action. Offensively, Brunson showed the ability to initiate, attack the basket, and knock down jumpers as needed. He already impacts the game in a variety of different ways, yet is still loaded with long-term potential. Brunson is trending as one of the top prospects in his class and will definitely be one to watch closely over the coming years.