Team 1
Coach: Jordan Paris
#2: 5’9 ’26 Dionte Neal (Reidsville)
Starting off, we look at a player who consistently propels winning in all possible settings, Dionte Neal. He’s a smart, unselfish point guard prospect with toughness, quickness, and a polished skillset. Neal is a natural leader by example and someone who visibly understands how to dictate the action as a primary creator. He touches the paint at will and makes intelligent decisions with the ball in his hands. In addition to finishing well for his size, Neal also knocks down jumpers from midrange and beyond the arc. Defensively, he’s a terrific on-ball defender who intercepts passing lanes and forces turnovers at a strong rate. Next in his development process is working on getting stronger, as it would make him a more imposing player. Coach Paris on Neal: “Dionte is a very quick guard who can create for others. He has the ability to knock down the three-pointer as well. True floor general who controls the offense.” Neal did a lot of things well during camp and should certainly maintain his status as one of the most winningest players across the state.
#21: 6’2 ’26 Ian Bailey (Asheville Christian)
Next, we look at a player who possesses a smooth, polished identity, Ian Bailey. He’s a smart, versatile guard prospect with great size, motor, and ability on both ends of the floor. Bailey is comfortable initiating the offense and creating for others, but is more than capable of producing as an off-ball threat. He scores efficiently from all three levels and knows when to attack versus defer. Bailey is a quality defender and strong rebounder for his position. His malleable game allows him to find success in various roles alongside several types of teammates. Next in his development process is working to get quicker, as it would make him an even better defender at the point of attack. Coach Paris on Bailey: “Ian is a very athletic guard with great ball-handling skills. Great catch-and-shoot threat from beyond the arc. Can get to the rim off the dribble and finish through contact.” Bailey enjoyed a strong showing at camp and will continue to shine as the clear leader for Asheville Christian over these next two seasons.
#22: 6’2 ’26 Jackson Pait (West Bladen)
Moving forward, we look at a player whose lethal shooting ability allows him to operate in several different roles, Jackson Pait. He’s a smart, scrappy guard prospect with the ability to score from all levels. Pait is a reliable initiator and creator who can run a team or play without the ball. His shooting prowess from midrange and beyond the arc allows him to thrive in spot-up situations or as a complementary piece. Pait defends with phenomenal energy and doesn’t shy away from physical play. He also pursued rebounds at a healthy rate and got to his spots in transition. Next in his development process is working to get stronger, as it would make him a more imposing player. Coach Paris on Pait: “Jackson is a solid guard who can shoot the ball at a high level. He understands his role and does the little things. Very aggressive and very coachable.” Pait found success during camp and should be poised for a highly productive junior season at West Bladen.
#23: 6’2 ’25 Jaden Palmore (Greensboro Day)
Continuing forward, we look at a player who truly understands how to run a team with poise and unselfishness, Jaden Palmore. He’s a smart, steady floor general who dictates the offensive action, gets others involved, and picks his spots as a scorer. Palmore handles the ball with care and displays patience as a playmaker. He touches the paint and finishes or sets up others, yet can also knock down perimeter jumpers at a solid clip. Palmore utilizes his quickness well to keep opponents in front and contain his assignment defensively. Next in his development process is working on his ability to move without the ball, as it would make him a more complete player. Coach Paris on Palmore: “Jaden is a good left-handed shooter. He has the ability to extend the defense with his catch-and-shoot presence. Attacks and reads closeouts well. Good finisher at the rim.” Palmore made a quality impact during his time at camp and should be destined for a strong senior season with Greensboro Day School.
#35: 6’3 ’25 Miki Gacic (Asheville School)
Next, we look at a player who naturally stands out through his incredible feel and understanding of how to run a team, Miki Gacic. He’s a steady, reliable point guard prospect who has the vision, pace, and instincts to effortlessly control the action. Gacic possesses a tight handle and a clear desire to generate clean looks for others. He’s extremely patient and doesn’t allow himself to get sped up. Gacic utilizes his strength and craftiness to get basically wherever he wants on the floor. Though he’s an exceptional playmaker, Gacic is more than capable of creating for himself and applying scoring pressure in various ways. He’s also a reliable all-around defender. Next in his development process is working on his ability to shoot off the bounce, as it would make him a more complete player. Coach Paris on Gacic: “Miki has a tremendously high basketball IQ. Sees the floor at a high level and is one of the best passers I’ve seen in his class. Has the ability to knock down the open shot.” Gacic proved to be an asset at camp and should be a focal point for Asheville School during his upcoming senior season.
#44: 6’4 ’26 Zion Wells (Trinity Academy)
Moving forward, we look at a player who looks poised for a potential breakout campaign, Zion Wells. He’s a long, skilled wing prospect with a terrific combination of size and perimeter shooting. Wells has made clear strides as a threat off the bounce and finisher at the basket, but remains at his best when knocking down jumpers. His length allows him to be a disruptive defender and quality rebounder for his position. Wells is also a nice athlete who plays hard and understands how to operate within the team structure on both ends of the floor. Next in his development process is working to get stronger, as it would make him a more imposing player. Coach Paris on Wells: “Zion is a big guard with good size. Can get to the rim and finish but also has the ability to knock down open shots from beyond the arc.” Wells made his presence felt during camp and should have a productive junior season at Trinity Academy.
#48: 6’5 ’25 Geronimo Clark (Queens Grant)
Continuing forward, we look at a player who has rapidly trended upward over the recent months, Geronimo Clark. He’s a strong, versatile wing prospect with an excellent blend of skill and athleticism. Whether hitting jumpers, pulling up off the bounce, or finishing at the rim, Clark proved to be a reliable scoring option. Clark displayed the ability to spot-up or create off the bounce. He plays hard and works to do the dirty work whenever possible. Clark contains his assignment effectively on defense and rebounds extremely well for his position. Next in his development process is working to become a better passer, as it would make him a more complete player. Coach Paris on Clark: “Geronimo can create his own shot and is very consistent from beyond the arc. Great in catch-and-shoot situations. Big, athletic, and strong guard with a nice vertical.” Clark did a lot of things well throughout camp and should be an asset for Queens Grant heading into his upcoming senior season.
#51: 6’5 ’25 Jonah Lawrence (Providence Day)
Next, we look at a player who can produce in a variety of different roles, Jonah Lawrence. He’s a smart, skilled wing prospect with a polished scoring arsenal and the ability to impact the game with or without the ball in his hands. Lawrence scores the ball from all levels and makes his presence felt as a spot-up threat. He offers reliable defensive prowess, rebounding instincts, and the ability to apply pressure in transition. Lawrence finishes well through contact and uses both hands effectively around the rim. Next in his development process is working on getting quicker, as it would make him a more lethal penetrating threat. Coach Paris on Lawrence: “Jonah has size and can rebound well at his position. Displays good footwork when attacking the rim. Moves well without the ball. Very coachable and plays with a lot of energy.” Lawrence enjoyed a quality showing at camp and should be a key piece for Providence Day during his upcoming senior season.
#60: 6’6 ’26 Tarris Bouie (Chambers)
Moving forward, we look at a player who continues to solidify himself as one of the top talents in the country, Tarris Bouie. He’s a long, athletic wing prospect with impressive skill and fluidity. Bouie can fill it up from all levels offensively and is capable of heating up in a hurry. He attacks effectively off the bounce and moves well without the ball to apply constant pressure at the rim. However, Bouie is a polished scorer from all levels and will mix it up enough to keep opponents guessing. He’s a willing passer with IQ and useful feel as a playmaker. Bouie utilizes his physical tools to consistently secure rebounds and overwhelm opponents defensively. Next in his development process is working on getting stronger, as it will help prepare him for the collegiate game. Coach Paris on Bouie: “Tarris is a very long and athletic player who can create his own shot. Finishes well at the rim. Draws a lot of attention and help defenders on penetration. Exciting player to watch.” Bouie stood out as a difference-maker during camp and should be poised for a highly productive junior campaign at Chambers.
#79: 6’11 ’26 Tyson Thompson (Winston-Salem Christian)
Finishing up, we look at a player who understands how to anchor the paint on both ends of the floor, Tyson Thompson. He’s a big, physical post prospect with strength, toughness, and an excellent two-way motor. Thompson is a reliable finisher with touch and a useful array of moves on the block. He’s able to overpower opponents around the basket, but also finds success through running the floor and capitalizing on drop-off passes. Thompson utilizes his energy and long arms to consistently alter shots on defense. He’s a great rebounder who crashes the glass hard on both ends of the floor. Next in his development process is working on getting quicker, as it would make him a more reliable defender in switching situations. Coach Paris on Thompson: “Tyson is a great kid and fun player to coach. Very coachable. Has good footwork with his back to the basket. Finishes at the rim with authority and runs the floor well in transition.” Thompson made his presence felt throughout camp and should be a key piece for Winston-Salem Christian over these next two seasons.