Indiana Top 80 Evaluations
Team 7
Coach: Matthew Qualters
#9: 5'11 '19 Cameron Maul (Ben Davis HS, Indianapolis, IN)
Starting things off, we look at a player with a lot of craftiness and natural athletic ability, Cameron Maul. He's a gifted point guard with extreme quickness and the ability to get to the rim. While his quickness is one of his best traits, he possesses the ability to score from all three levels with time. While he loves to have the ball in his hands, one area for development is his movement without the ball to find the open spots in the defense. His ability to push the pace makes him a threat on every outlet pass. His length allows him to be an aggressive on-ball defender, forcing the offense to earn it on every possession. Coach Qualters on Maul: 'As his game continues to develop, so will his finishing ability at the rim. His ability to find the open man man for open shots makes him an effective point guard. Cameron is looking to make a play every time he has the ball in his hands.' Maul will be one to keep an eye on heading in to his senior season.
#13: 6'3 '21 Bryce Klein (Blue River Valley HS, Milton, IN)
Next, we look at a player that really excelled with his passing ability throughout camp, Bryce Klein. He's a smart guard prospect that can typically be found as the floor general, initiating offense and looking to get each of his teammates involved in the action. Offensively, Klein displays a nice handle and shot, with the ability to score from all three levels. He displayed a willingness to move the ball and is a great team player. Next in his development process is continuing to work on his quickness, as it would allow him to defend the point of attack and become more of the aggressor defensively. Coach Qualters on Klein: 'Bryce is an extremely intelligent basketball player. His court vision and awareness allows him to find the open man. Bryce's awareness allows him to find the open man for a' better look than he may have. His ability to be coached and take advice will allow him to develop over the next few years.' Klein has a pretty well-rounded skillset and will be one to keep an eye on during his sophomore season.
#29: 6'1 '21 Keith Wickers (Western Hills HS, Frankfort, KY)
Moving onto a player that brought the energy at both ends of the court, Keith Wickers. He's a quick, gifted guard prospect with a great motor, which allows him to consistently disrupt opponents. Offensively, Wickers scores effectively from all three levels and shows a willingness to move the ball whenever possible. He's able to create for himself or spot-up without the ball and hurt opponents with his shooting ability. Wickers worked extremely hard on defensive end and made numerous hustle plays on the day. Next in his development process is continuing to improve on being a verbal leader, as it will allow him to take more command of his offense. Coach Qualters on Wickers: 'Keith is an extremely shifty guard who likes to deck and drive. He also has the ability to stretch the floor and make shots His quickness will always allow him to get a step on the defender, making him a threat any time he has the ball in his hands. His ability to take coaching makes him a great teammate.' Wickers showcased his skillset and will be one to keep an eye on heading in to his sophomore season.
#34: 6'1 '19 Willanta Hankston (Emmerich Manual HS Indianapolis, IN)
Continuing onto a player that continues to highlight his blossoming skillset on both ends of the floor, Willanta Hankston. He's a guard prospect that provides nice size, athleticism, and playmaking instincts from the wing position. Offensively, Hankston has refined his skillset to become more of a true guard with scoring ability. He possesses the ability to make shots from all over the court, and he has no issues creating space as the ball-handler. Hankston is an intelligent defender with quick feet and the ability to mirror his assignment quite well, allowing him to force an abundance of turnovers at camp. These turnovers would lead to easy layups for Hankston and the rest of his teammates. Next in his development process is continuing to sharpen his consistency from beyond the arc, as a polished perimeter shot would make him very difficult to contain. Coach Qualters on Hankston: 'Willanta is an exceptionally quick, gifted athlete with an incredible ability to deck and drive. He possesses the ability to find the open man, providing extremely open looks for his teammates. He was asking for ways to improve every time he was sitting on the bench.' Hankston has a lot of tools and his willingness to be coached will make him a player to watch heading in to his senior season.
#50: 6’4 2022 Jaiden Malichi (Cathedra High School, Indianapolis, IN)
Next, we look at a player that was able to make pretty solid two-way contributions during his time at camp, Jaiden Malichi. He's a long-bodied wing prospect with a well-rounded approach to both sides of the ball. Offensively, Malichi did an excellent job of moving the ball and finding the open man. Next in his development will be to improve rebounding at his position and improve his shot from eighteen feet plus. Coach Qualters on Malichi: 'Jaiden is an extremely raw offensive player, who does have the ability to make open shots. As he continues to develop and put on muscle, his ability to finish at the rim will improve.' Malichi was able to make shots during camp and should continue developing at both ends of the court heading in to his freshman year.
#56: 6'4 '19 Andrew Shelton (Bloomfield HS, Bloomfield, IN)
Moving onto a player with a pretty impressive combination of skills and upside, Andrew Shelton. He's a lengthy wing prospect with terrific skill and overall feel for his position. Shelton was constantly making plays on 50/50 balls and pursuing the ball. He scored the ball nicely from all three levels with quick release. He's an active defender with potential versatility to add. Next in his development process is working to tighten his handle and improve on his quickness. As his handle improves, so will his ability to get to the rim. Coach Qualters on Shelton: 'Andrew has an extremely positive attitude and is constantly looking for ways to get his teammates involved. He is one of the first to sprint back on defense to build the wall. Andrew never tried to do more than was asked of him. He is extremely fundamentally sound.' Shelton has a well-rounded game and will be one to keep an eye on heading in to his senior season.
#71: 6'8 '20 William Lasater (West Lafayette HS, West Lafayette, IN)
Continuing onto a developing big man that possesses a strong amount of versatility on both sides of the ball, William Lasater. He's a pretty intriguing forward/center prospect with nice size to pair with his long arms. Offensively, Lasater knows how to play within his role in the post. He's able to knock down shots to around fifteen feet and finish through light contact. Lasater rebounds well and has the ability to run the court. Next in his development process is continuing to work on his finishing skills, as it would allow him to do much more on the offensive side of the floor. Coach Qualters on Lasater: 'William can finish around the rim against those of similar size. He is still a very developing big man, but knows what he wants to do when he gets the ball in the post. As he continues to put on weight, his finishing ability will greatly improve. He is always looking to find the open man when opponents help in the post.' Lasater has a nice feel for the game and does a great job of contributing even without the ball. Given his age, it'll be interesting to see how he progresses over the next couple seasons.
#79: 6'0 '20 Cole Cross (Blue River HS, New Castle, IN)
Next, we look at a sharp shooter with range, Cole Cross. He's an intelligent, hardworking player who has the ability to score at all three levels. Offensively, he can catch and shoot or deck and drive. His ability to pass up open shots to get someone a better look made scoring points easy while he was in. Next in his development will be continued improvement defensively, being sure to keep everything in front of him. As he improves his two-way play, he will be someone to keep tabs on. Coach Qualters on Cross: 'Cole is a great shooter, who possesses great range. His positive attitude is infectious and he brings out the best in his teammates. He is extremely effective even without the ball in his hand. His pursuit of the 50/50 balls helped provide extra possessions for the team. The form on his shot should allow him to continue developing.' Cross showed promise and will be one to keep an eye on heading in to his junior year.
#82:'Aulton Martin
Finishing things up, we look at a player that has certainly earned his reputation as a three-point knock down scorer, Aulton Martin. Offensively, he can catch and shoot or pull-up from anywhere on the court. His movement without the ball makes him extremely difficult to keep track of. Defensively, his ability to keep the play in front of him made him a valuable two-way player. Next in his development will be improved quickness. As his quickness improves look for him to be a big catch-and-shoot threat coming around screens. Coach Qualters on Martin: 'Aulton is a prolific scorer and possesses the ability to score at all three levels. He was constantly looking to be coached and asked what he could improve on in-between games. His ability to move with and without the ball made him an effective spot-up and off-the-dribble shooter. His positive attitude was infectious and made everyone around him better.' Martin is an intriguing prospect, and his range will make him someone to keep an eye on.