6’5 Dylan Bradley (Providence Day)
Given some roster turnover at Providence Day, there should be ample opportunity for Bradley to showcase his abilities. He’s a big, strong guard with a sturdy frame and nice scoring polish. Bradley is able to consistently get downhill and finish, but is more than capable of filling it up from the perimeter. His shooting mechanics are somewhat unorthodox, yet he’s able to highlight his range and ability to hit jumpers off the catch or bounce. Bradley utilizes his body well to secure rebounds and cause problems for opponents defensively. Expect him to be a productive piece for the Patriots.
6’5 Jaxon Dollar (East Lincoln)
After quietly having one of the more productive high school seasons in North Carolina, Dollar rejoins the Mustangs as their clear, undisputed leader. The two-sport star is a dynamic athlete who already holds Division I offers in both football and basketball. Dollar is long, explosive, and skilled enough to consistently create matchup problems for opponents. He sees the floor very well as a playmaker, understanding pace and angles, and is able to reliably create for himself and others. Dollar plays hard and utilizes his body to be physical on the glass and suffocating defensively. Although he’s probably not talked about enough, he certainly has the ability to be regarded as a top prospect in his class.
6’3 QJ Young (Chambers)
Following the departure of Chambers’ three leading scorers from last season, Young will undoubtedly take another step forward in his progression. He’s still brimming with upside, yet already shows the ability to create, set up others, and score the ball in a variety of different ways. Young is comfortable playing as an off-ball threat, but is arguably at his best when operating with the ball in his hands. His craftiness allows him to break down opponents, locate open teammates, and score from all levels. Young is a nice shooting threat, both off the catch and dribble, who moves well without the ball. He’s also a nice defender who will only continue to improve as his body develops.