Team 19
Coach: Anthony Smith
#31: 5’6 ’29 Carson Gladieux (Grace Christian)
Starting off, Carson Gladieux is a 5-foot-6 prospect in the Class of 2029. Despite being the smallest camper on this team, he did a nice job of producing within the flow of the action. Gladieux is a scrappy, unselfish guard who excels as a spot-up threat from beyond the arc. He’s willing to make the extra pass whenever available, but does extremely well to seize open opportunities along the perimeter. Gladieux defends with energy and makes hustle plays at a quality rate. Next in his development process is working on getting stronger, as it would make him a more imposing player on both ends of the floor. Coach Smith on Gladieux: “Carson shoots the ball well in catch-and-shoot situations. Makes extra passes when necessary and makes big plays when his team needs it. Smooth and composed on the court.” Gladieux found success during camp and has the tools to emerge as a useful piece at Grace Christian over the coming years.
#39: 5’8 ’29 Deron-James Brown (Lee County)
Next, Deron-James Brown is a 5-foot-8 prospect in the Class of 2029. Clearly one of the most dynamic campers on display, it was easy to see all the ways he stood out. He’s a smart, heady guard with the tight handle, sharp vision, and scoring polish to dominate opponents. Brown touches the paint to finish and set up others, but also knocks down jumpers at a high percentage. Reliable defender at the point of attack. Next in his development process is working on his shooting consistency off the dribble, as it would make him even more difficult for opponents to contain. Coach Smith on Brown: “Deron-James is a high-energy player with a high basketball IQ. Knows how to get teammates involved and shows effort on both sides of the ball. Makes great passes, finishes well at the rim, and makes the right read off screens. Knows how to get stops when necessary and rebounds the ball well for a smaller guard.” Brown certainly impressed during camp, earning a Top Performer award, and has the tools to be a difference-maker for Lee County this season.
#86: 5’11 ’29 Bryce Butler (Forsyth Country Day)
Next, Bryce Butler is a 5-foot-11 prospect in the Class of 2029. Given his feel and blossoming skillset, it’s easy to see his upward trajectory. Butler is a smart, poised guard who dictates the action very well as a floor general. He has the quickness and craftiness to break down opponents and make plays as a penetrator. Butler sees the floor well as a passer and scores efficiently within the flow of the action. Reliable defender. Next in his development process is working on getting stronger, as it would allow him to become a more physical defender. Coach Smith on Butler: “Bryce plays with great pace and urgency. Displays a good IQ level and shares the ball when necessary. Savvy player that is shifty with the ball in his hands. Plays well in transition on both sides of the ball. Picks passes out of the air defensively and makes the right read when attacking and playing off two feet on paint touches.” Butler did a lot of things well at camp and has the tools to emerge at Forsyth Country Day over the coming years.
#87: 5’11 ’29 Maurice McKinney Jr. (Hopewell)
Next, Maurice McKinney is a 5-foot-11 prospect in the Class of 2029. Although he did a little bit of everything, his ability to fill in the gaps made him a valuable piece for this group. McKinney is a smart, unselfish guard with a high motor and excellent off-ball sense. He’s a great cutter who finishes well and knocks down jumpers at a solid rate. McKinney defends with toughness and anticipates well to force turnovers. He also rebounds the ball at a quality rate for his size/position. Next in his development process is working on getting stronger, as it would make him a more imposing defender. Coach Smith on McKinney: “Maurice makes hustle plays on a regular basis. Rebounds the ball very well for his size. Good team player who makes the game easy by keeping it simple. Plays really well off two feet and makes smart reads based off what the defense gives him.” McKinney enjoyed a quality showing at camp and should be a useful piece at Hopewell over the foreseeable future.
#98: 6’0 ’29 Rocky Wall (Hickory Ridge)
Next, Rocky Wall is a 6-foot-0 prospect in the Class of 2029. Between his IQ, scoring polish, and nonstop motor, he found ways to thrive as a low-maintenance piece. Wall consistently hit jumpers from the perimeter, yet can attack closeouts and make smart decisions with the ball. He’s a capable creator, but doesn’t need the ball to be effective. Wall is quick, scrappy, and contains his assignment well defensively. He does a great job of getting to his spots in transition, both with and without the ball. Next in his development process is working on the use of his off-hand, as it would make him a more complete player. Coach Smith on Wall: “Rocky is a great team player who runs the floor well and makes the right read when attacking the basket. Knows how to produce within the flow of the action. Doesn’t force it. Active defender who plays help-side well.” Wall made a solid impact during his time at camp and has the tools to emerge as a difference-maker for Hickory Ridge.
#99: 6’0 ’29 Kyle Chang (Asheville School)
Next, Kyle Chang is a 6-foot-0 prospect in the Class of 2029. So many players require the ball in order to make an impact, yet Chang seems to shine without needing a ton of touches. He’s a scrappy, high-motor guard who excels at being a complementary piece and filling in the gaps on both ends of the floor. Chang is a terrific spot-up threat who consistently knocks down jumpers along the perimeter. He’s able to attack closeouts and finish or make the extra pass. Chang moves very well without the ball. He also defends with energy and rebounds effectively for his size/position. Next in his development process is working on getting quicker, as it would make him a better defender at the point of attack. Coach Smith on Chang: “Kyle spaces the floor really well and shoots the ball with confidence from beyond the arc. Excellent team player. Plays hard and makes the right read at pivotal moments.” Chang found success throughout camp and should be a nice contributor for Asheville School over the coming years.
#116: 6’1 ’29 Nasir Cooke (Harding University)
Next, Nasir Cooke is a 6-foot-1 prospect in the Class of 2029. He clearly understands how to dictate the action as a floor general. Cooke is a smart, quick, polished guard who consistently generates clean looks with the ball in his hands. He touches the paint with ease and finishes or sets up others at a quality rate. Cooke is a great shooter from midrange and beyond the arc. He’s capable of playing without the ball as needed. Cooke utilizes his motor and instincts to overwhelm opponents defensively. Next in his development process is working on the use of his off-hand, as it would make him a more complete player. Coach Smith on Cooke: “Nasir is a strong downhill driver who gets to the basket with ease. Makes extra passes when necessary, rebounds with urgency, and can bring the ball up the court to effectively initiate the offense. Does a nice job of applying pressure in transition.” Cooke did a lot of things well during camp and should be a key piece at Harding University going forward.
#148: 6’2 ’29 Braeden Greenup (South Granville)
Next, Braeden Greenup is a 6-foot-2 prospect in the Class of 2029. It was easy to see why he entered the event with notable status throughout the state. Greenup is simply an impactful player whose IQ, motor, and nose for the ball allow him to cause constant problems for opponents. He’s a polished, well-rounded piece with the size and athleticism to consistently generate clean looks for himself and others. Greenup scored with efficiency from all levels while setting up others, defending with toughness, and regularly doing the little things. He does a great job of leading by example. Next in his development process is working to tighten up his handle, as it would make him a more complete player. Coach Smith on Greenup: “Braeden plays with a really high motor. Gets teammates involved and understands help-side assignments. Solid transition offense and defense. Rebounds well for a wing player. Makes adjustments quick while accepting criticism.” Greenup proved to be an asset during camp and should be poised for a very productive freshman season at South Granville.
#168: 6’3 ’29 Teegan Petty (East Rutherford)
Next, Teegan Petty is a 6-foot-3 prospect in the Class of 2029. Given his steady, low-maintenance identity, he made a positive impact without needing the ball in his hands. Petty is a smart, well-rounded wing who showed the ability to score from all levels, effectively move without the ball, and consistently make plays on defense. He naturally fills in the gaps but can expand his production as needed. Petty offers toughness and unselfishness. Next in his development process is working on getting stronger, as it would make him a more physical rebounder. Coach Smith on Petty: “Teegan plays with great effort on both ends of the floor. He’s a terrific team player who makes unselfish decisions. Pushes the ball up the floor looking for leverage over the defenses and makes smart reads as a passer. Teegan runs the floor well in transition.” Petty did a lot of things well during camp and should be a useful piece for East Rutherford over the coming years.
#193: 6’7 ’29 Raymond Jefferson (Garinger)
Finishing up, Raymond Jefferson is a 6-foot-7 prospect in the Class of 2029. Between his size, intangibles, and blossoming skillset, there’s certainly a lot to like about his foundation. Jefferson is a long, wiry post player with a nonstop motor and team-first approach to the game. He finished extremely well around the basket, but also showed the ability to knock down midrange jumpers as needed. Jefferson defended his position very well and altered shots well as an interior presence. He rebounded the ball at a quality rate on both ends of the floor. Next in his development process is working on the use of his off-hand, as it would make him a more complete player. Coach Smith on Jefferson: “Raymond rebounds the ball with a lot of effort on both ends of the floor. Displays solid vision out of the post. Decent threat in the pick-and-roll. Capable finisher around the basket. Takes criticism well and makes adjustments/improvements quickly. Terrific listener. Runs the floor well in transition.” Jefferson highlighted an array of appealing qualities at camp and should be a key piece for Garinger this season.