Team 6
Coach: Glenn Bynum
#41: 5’10 ’26 Tyler Hines (Hoke County)
Starting off, we look at a player who showcased a strong understanding of how to run a team, Tyler Hines. He’s a smart, unselfish point guard prospect with a high motor and well-rounded skillset. Hines possesses a quality handle and quick first step, which allows him to touch the paint and finish or set up others regularly. Hines is a reliable shooter from midrange and beyond the arc, but looks to make the right play whenever possible. He’s also a solid rebounder and scrappy on-ball defender. Next in his development process is working on his ability to move without the ball, as it would open him up to increased scoring chances. Coach Bynum on Hines: “Tyler offers a great attitude and crafty skillset as a point guard. Shoots it well off the catch and plays hard on both sides of the floor. He will benefit from strength training and studying the role of a lead guard more. Brings a really great attitude.” Hines enjoyed a quality showing at camp and has the tools to emerge as a contributor for Hoke County going forward.
#42: 5’10 ’26 Jalen Mills (Southview)
Next, we look at a player who simply knows how to make an impact regardless of surrounding teammates, Jalen Mills. He’s a tough, unselfish guard prospect with a high motor and natural nose for the ball. Mills is a highly energetic defender and useful rebounder for his size. Offensively, he’s shown consistent growth as a creator and scorer from all levels. Mills understands how to involve himself in the action and regularly impact the game on both ends of the floor. Next in his development process is working on his consistency as a three-point shooter, as it would make him a more complete offensive threat. Coach Bynum on Mills: “Jalen has great size for the point guard position. Good foot speed and ball-handling skills. Very good at getting to the basket off the dribble. Solid athlete with the ability to score at three levels. Plays hard on both ends of the floor.” Mills made his presence felt at camp and should be a difference-maker for Southview over these next two seasons.
#64: 6’0 ’26 Jordan Walton (Rocky River)
Moving forward, we look at a player who clearly set the tone with his polish and production, Jordan Walton. He’s a skilled, polished point guard prospect with a high IQ, strong motor, and team-oriented approach to the game. Walton displayed the ability to create for himself and others with relative ease. He mixed it up as an efficient scorer from all levels while actively looking to make the right play. Walton utilizes his quickness to keep opposing ball-handlers in front and force turnovers at a solid rate. Next in his development process is continuing to add strength, as it will only make him more difficult for opponents to contain. Coach Bynum on Walton: “Jordan possesses a great feel for the game. Lefty floor general who does a lot of things well from the point guard position. Crafty with both hands. He plays solid defense and can score the ball from anywhere on the court. Jordan is that guy; a stud.” Walton was among the top performers on display, finishing fourth in scoring at 17.3 PPG, and should be a strong contributor for Rocky River this season.
#65: 6’0 ’26 Marcello Fludd (Bull City Prep)
Continuing forward, we look at a player who showcased a nice crossroads between productivity and long-term potential, Marcello Fludd. He’s a steady, high-motor guard who can overwhelm opponents with his toughness and physicality. Fludd is a solid shooter but arguably at his best when getting downhill and applying pressure at the basket. He’s an excellent defender with the combination of strength, quickness, and anticipation to make a constant impact on that end of the floor. Next in his development process is working on his ability to move without the ball, as it would allow him to find more scoring chances within the flow of the offense. Coach Bynum on Fludd: “Marcello is only 15 years old. He has a tremendous amount of upside. His defense is ahead of his offense at this stage, but he can definitely score the ball. Works really hard. In my opinion, Marcello will be a top player in his class.” Fludd highlighted a lot of enticing flashes at camp and will be a prospect to keep an eye on over the foreseeable future.
#89: 6’2 ’26 Josiah Avery (Knightdale)
Next, we look at a player who made a lasting impression with his rugged defensive presence, Josiah Avery. He’s a long, wiry guard prospect with a quality combination of size, feel, and athleticism. Avery is a capable shooting threat from midrange and beyond the arc, but doesn’t need a ton of touches to make an impact. He rebounds well for his position and makes his presence felt as an all-around defender. Avery plays hard and understands how to fill in the gaps 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 better finisher around the basket. Coach Bynum on Avery: “Josiah has the potential to grow tremendously over the next several months. He’s a good teammate who works hard and fights for extra opportunities. Josiah will benefit from continued training and developing his overall strength.” Avery made a solid impact at camp and has the tools to emerge as a useful contributor for Knightdale over these next two seasons.
#109: 6’4 ’25 Brendan Cazeault (Laney)
Moving forward, we look at a player who stood out through his unselfish, blue-collar approach to the game, Brendan Cazeault. He’s a big, strong-bodied post prospect with a high motor and quality feel on both sides of the ball. Cazeault finishes well around the basket, but can also hit midrange jumpers or space the floor as needed. He defends with great energy and battles hard for rebounds or extra possessions. Cazeault knows how to utilize his body to his advantage. Next in his development process is working to get quicker, as it will allow him to switch onto smaller guards defensively. Coach Bynum on Cazeault: “Loved having Brendan on the team. Great kid and teammate who plays with a high motor. Did a little bit of everything. Secured rebounds and ran the floor well in transition.” Cazeault enjoyed a quality showing at camp and should be a useful piece for Laney during his upcoming senior season.
#111: 6’4 ’26 Kirby Ransom (Franklinton)
Continuing forward, we look at a player who possesses the necessary tools to trend upward, Kirby Ransom. He’s a long, wiry wing prospect with nice scoring polish and an active motor. Ransom displayed solid creation skills and the ability to knock down shots from the perimeter. He effectively utilizes his length and quickness to contain his assignment on defense. Ransom is also capable of making hustle plays. Next in his development process is working on the use of his off-hand, as it would make him a better finisher around the basket. Coach Bynum on Ransom: “Kirby had a tough day. He probably had a little too much emphasis on scoring the ball. Needs to improve his decision-making and be more willing to play at the team level for success. Kirby has potential but (like most kids his age) can benefit from a strength program. Looking forward to seeing how he progresses and bounces back next time out.” Ransom highlighted some intriguing flashes throughout camp and will be a prospect to monitor going forward.
#138: 6’3 ’26 Savion Mitchell (Panther Creek)
Finishing up, we look at a player who made a lasting impression through his rugged nature and reliable presence, Savion Mitchell. He’s a long, steady wing/forward prospect with great feel, toughness, and the ability to play bigger than his listed height. Mitchell moves well without the ball to find open seams within the defense and finish around the basket. He can knock down midrange jumpers or the occasional three-pointer but knows how to play to his strengths. Mitchell contains his assignment well defensively while setting the tone through his energy and unselfishness. Next in his development process is working on becoming a better ball-handler, as it would make him a more complete player. Coach Bynum on Mitchell: “Savion is a solid piece to have on any team. Undersized for his true position but plays with a lot of heart and tenacity. Routinely outworked opponents on both ends of the floor.” Mitchell proved to be an asset at camp and should be a difference-maker for Panther Creek over the next two seasons.