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Phenom Player Profile: 2025 Donnie Watts (DME SNJA)
Donnie Watts III #16’0 PGSouthfield, MITwitter: @DonaldWattsIII1 Donnie is a steady point guard with the ability to impact the game in multiple ways. Capable 3-point shooter, shifty playmaker, and creative passer. High IQ and a great positional defender.Averaged 15 ppg, 5 Assists, and 5 rebounds at Phenom Post grad nationals. High Academic prospect. He gets to his spots well and has a...
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2026 6’5 Cedric Haynes Jr. proves to be a D1 prospect for programs to look at more
The Phenom PG Nationals has come and gone, but we are still highlighting players that captured our eyes as well as talking about the latest going on with them. One of the top prospects that we saw at the event was 2026 6’5 Cedric Haynes Jr. with TD Prep, as he had an incredible overall event. Haynes finished the event averaging 34ppg, 10rpg, 4.3apg, and 2.7spg in leading his team and putting on...
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2025 6’7 Josiah Parker (Combine) caps off a special season with a championship
What a season it has been for Combine Academy National, as they were able to end it in a big way with a Phenom PG Nationals Gold Championship. There has been no doubt that this team is loaded overall and has impressed all season long, but the player that may have left the most lasting impression on our scouts was 2025 6’7 Josiah Parker. Coming into North Carolina, Parker was a new that we were...
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Bridgeport Prep brought a balanced attack to Phenom PG Nationals
Phenom PG Nationals was one of the best events to start the 2025 season, as teams from all over the country came to compete for a championship. Bridgeport Prep was back in action with us, bringing new names to check out but they impressed us with their overall balance. Here are a few of the players who led the way for this team over the weekend. 2025 6’2 David Johnson Johnson was one of the key...
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Cerebro Sports in-depth stats from Phenom PG Nationals
Cerebro Sports is your ultimate partner for understanding and showcasing basketball performance. They transform raw boxscore data into powerful insights, providing players, parents, coaches, and event operators with a clear and comprehensive view of player impact. They recently have been stating Phenom Hoops’ PG Nationals by Division, as we continue to bring some of the latest information....
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2025 Casey Williams (TSF) brings an EXPLOSIVE game to the court
If you want to talk about a player that earned our attention and earned it fast, it was 2025 6’8 Casey Williams with The Skill Factory. He came out immediately at the Phenom PG Nationals and put on an impressive show throughout, making sure his game was noticed immediately and should be one on more college radars. When you talk about the most explosive prospect from the event, Williams...
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Duquesne commit 2025 Dominique Aekins puts on a strong show
The Phenom PG Nationals was certainly one to remember, as talent was found all over the courts. One player that grabbed our attention was 2025 Duquesne commit Dominique Aekins with Winston-Salem Christian. The 5’9 point guard was electric with the ball in his hands; a true playmaker on the court. Our own Patrick O’Brien had this to say quickly about his game: “2025 Dom Aekins is electric with...
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Expression Prep Academy PG captured eyes in Rock Hill at Nationals
Expression Prep Academy PG was one that we were eager to see come to South Carolina and learn more about the talent. And having an opportunity to check out this roster on several occasions, there were a few players that really stood out to me. We dive into three seniors who could be late targets for college programs. See what we had to say. 2025 6’3 Evin Thompson Thompson was probably the most...
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2025 Julian Rivera proved himself at #PhenomPGNationals
The Phenom PG Nationals brought a lot of talent of all levels to the court over the weekend, and there are college programs that should be taking notice even with the transfer portal heating up. One player that we were interested in watching was 2025 guard Julian Rivera and watching him, he proved that he could help a D1 program and have the attention of several other schools. It can be...
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Flight 22 continuing to bring next-level talent to the court
The Phenom PG Nationals brought teams from all over the country to Rock Hill, as they looked to compete for a championship but it was also a great opportunity to check out talent that college coaches should recognize. Flight 22 continues to bring talent to the court under Coach Faulk, as we look to highlight a few players that have really played well in the last month or so. 2025 Caden Giles...
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Impressive showings from DME Academy PG at Phenom PG Nationals
DME Academy PG came back to Phenom PG Nationals, and they always bring talent to check out. We were eager to see this year’s team and we weren’t disappointed. This is a very interesting roster but the play of 2025 Jemeh Jones, 2025 Uchenna Amene, and 2025 Vincent Stewart Jr. really stood out consistently throughout as we dive into more of their games. 2025 6’7 Jemeh Jones We recently wrote about...
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College-Worthy Prospects: Phenom PG Nationals (Part 2)
2025 6’10 Nate Malosa – Konnect Prep Malosa is one that we have highlighted on several occasions, and we continue to believe that he is a player who can play at the next level. There is a lot to like about what he brings to the table with his blend of size, activity in the paint, and his comfort level in stretching the floor. Malosa continues to get bigger and stronger, showcasing the ability to...
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Players to check out more from Andrews Osborne Academy
Andrews Osborne Academy has been a staple on the Phenom Hoops platform over the years as they continue to bring talent to the court. This year was no different, as we had a great chance to learn a few new names that we will be watching more down the road. Overall though, this is a team that provides unsigned seniors still available along with younger talent that college coaches need to monitor....
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2025 6’10 Nate Ament continuing to prove to have the pedigree of a future pro
The Phenom PG Nationals has come and gone, but we are just starting our coverage of the event and the talent we saw on display throughout. Though there were plenty of players of interest that you will be seeing at the next level, 2025 6’10 Nate Ament came in on top of the list of must-see prospects. Regarded by nearly everyone as a Top-5 prospect in the country, and a highly sought-after...
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College-Worthy Prospects: Phenom PG Nationals (Part 1)
2025 6’7 Jemeh Jones (DME Academy) This was the first time I watched Jones in action and though schools are showing interest, I do believe that he proved he is a for-sure next-level type prospect. D1/D2 schools should be taking a look his way, as he is one that brings intrigue with his 6’7 frame, his overall feel and vision, his ability to score in many ways, and his overall presence on the...
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Instant Offense: Players that put on an offensive show at #PhenomPGNationals
2025 Brycen Redmon – Moravian Prep Regional We knew about Redmon coming into the event and what he could provide; we watched him go for 37 points earlier in the season on the Phenom Hoops platform. So, we were interested in seeing what he could show on the big stage again, and we weren’t disappointed. Redmon ended the event averaging 37.3 points per game and showing that he is a college-worthy...
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Lab U Regional makes a statement on its way to a title in Varsity Prep Division at Phenom PG Nationals
The Phenom PG Nationals brought some of the best teams from around the region to come compete for a championship, as the Varsity Prep Division had elite talent all over the place. Lab U Regional came in ready to rock and roll, and they did as they put on an offensive show in each game and really made a statement, cruising their way to a championship weekend. vs. Combine Varsity: won 78-48vs....
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Calusa Basketball secures another title in Bronze Division at Phenom PG Nationals
The Phenom PG Nationals brought some of the best teams from around the region to come compete for a championship, as the Bronze Division had elite talent all over the place. Calusa Basketball Academy though clearly made it a mission to walk away with another title and they did just that at the Phenom PG Nationals. vs. Combine Regional: won 93-80vs. New Rock Prep: won 76-64vs. Thomas Ridge...
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The Academy Prep battles through and comes away with a title in Silver Division at Phenom PG Nationals
The Phenom PG Nationals brought some of the best teams from around the region to compete for a championship, as the Silver Division had elite talent all over the place. In the end, we had a tremendous battle between two teams that left it all out there, with The Academy Prep coming away with a 69-68 victory against Moc Valley. Let’s dive into their run. vs. Moravian Prep Regional: Won 84-74vs....
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Combine Academy finishes the season with a Phenom PG Nationals Gold Championship
The Phenom PG Nationals brought some of the best teams from around the region to come compete for a championship, as the Gold Division had elite talent all over the place. But in the end, fans got a great championship game between Highland School and Combine Academy, with the Goats taking home the championship. vs. Huntington Expression Prep: Won 107-91vs. Our Saviour Lutheran: Won 83-69vs....
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Players to Watch at Phenom PG Nationals
We are super excited about this upcoming weekend, as the talent will be running deep in Rock Hill SC for another year of Phenom PG Nationals. We just have a few players that we will have our eyes on this week, but we will also be learning several other names. Here is a quick list of players to keep an eye on. 2025 Jordan Rusell – Andrews Osborne Academy2026 Loic Kalau – Andrews Osborne...
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Players to Check Out More: Phenom PG Nationals (Part 3)
2024 6’8 Jayden Nesbitt (DSA Prep Academy): Nesbitt was an intriguing forward who was able to make his presence felt. Good size a 6’8, active all over the court, finished well around the rim, showed the ability and comfort level in knocking down the mid-range jumper, and was able to face up and attack closeouts. 2024 6’7 Bryce Wilkins (Elite Sports Atlanta): Wilkins went about...
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Players to Check Out More: Phenom PG Nationals (Part 2)
2024 6’9 Dean Simos (WS Christian PG): Simos is a sneaky prospect to look at; he is one that brings size, has a versatile skill set in his game, shows that he can pass the ball well at his position, displays a nice touch in finishing around the basket, and faces up to stretch the defense out. Continues to be consistent in his last two events. 2024 6’9 Shomari Phillip (TSF National):...
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Players to Check Out More: Phenom PG Nationals (Part 1)
2024 6’3 Yesan Warren (Moc Valley Prep): Warren had a very good showing throughout, bringing consistency to the table with his scoring ability. He was aggressive throughout, attacking and creating, and finding ways to score in a variety of ways for his team. Quick guard that excels in getting downhill. 2024 6’7 Abrahm Driver (Florida Sport Coast PG): A familiar name, Driver...
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College Coaches, Take Notice: Phenom PG Nationals (Part 2)
The Phenom PG Nationals was a tremendous event that brought new talent on the biggest stage, and with college coaches roaming around the building, there should have been plenty of players that were put on college programs’ radars. Whether it was D1, D2, D3, or other levels, some players really stood out consistently at the event and should see their stock rise. Check out my list of players...
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College Coaches, Take Notice: Phenom PG Nationals (Part 1)
The Phenom PG Nationals was a tremendous event that brought new talent on the biggest stage, and with college coaches roaming around the building, there should have been plenty of players that were put on college programs’ radars. Whether it was D1, D2, D3, or other levels, some players really stood out consistently at the event and should see their stock rise. Check out my list of players...
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Catching the eyes of D1 Programs: Phenom PG Nationals
2024 Jackson Gaffney (Rocktop Academy): Gaffney was one that we were eager to see and grabbed our attention with his game. He is a long prospect who has a smooth offensive game, and certainly showed that he can knock down shots with a ton of confidence. Whether in catch-and-shoot situations or off the bounce, Gaffney scored in a variety of ways, creating well, attacking, spotting up, and making...
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POB’s Best of the Best: Phenom PG Nationals
2024 Jeremiah Wilkinson (TSF): Wilkinson, who is already committed to California, was a name that we were eager to see, and he didn’t disappoint in any way. He started off the event with a “quiet†37-point outing to lead his team, and he only continued to back that with his play all weekend long. Wilkinson is a dynamic scoring guard who understands how to fill it up. Whether Wilkinson...
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Champions of Champions: Phenom PG Nationals
Post Grad Gold Division: Combine PG Coming in as one of the top teams in the event, Combine PG was able to flex its muscles and get through the field impressively to secure the Gold Division Championship. Jamil Miller caught the attention of many and walked away with multiple offers, but others like CJ O’Hara, Dylan Omweno, Yuri Manns, and others all were able to make play in big ways...
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Phenom PG Nationals Standouts (Day Two)
6’2†2024 Jeremiah Wilkinson (TSF Prep/Cal Signee): Wilkinson is a really refined scorer with the ability to make things happen from all three levels. When TSF is in trouble, they set Wilkinson on a ball screen and let him make magic happen. He’s an elite left-hand finisher in traffic, has legit range on his jump shot off the catch or bounce, and is an incredible leader both...
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