Phenom Hoops College Basketball Coverage

Phenom College Basketball Preview: Davidson

Phenom Hoops is getting ready for the upcoming college basketball season, and we can’t wait to see all the talent on display once again.  We can’t wait any longer, as we start previewing teams all around the country.  Check out each preview below. Davidson Wildcats 2022-2023 Record: 16-16Conference Record: 8-10 Points Per Game: 69.9Rebounds Per Game: 32.6Assists Per Game: 13.1Points...

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Second Round Sleepers from the 2023 NBA Draft

(#33) Minnesota Timberwolves- Leonard Miller It would’ve been such a Spurs-y move to keep Leonard Miller and develop him into a key piece as a second-round pick. Instead, the Timberwolves acquire him and basically dole out all their frontcourt minutes in the process. Although Miller has a ton of upside and long-term appeal, it might take a while (or a major trade) for him to find opportunities...

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Phenom College Basketball Preview: Charlotte 49ers

Phenom Hoops is getting ready for the upcoming college basketball season, and we can’t wait to see all the talent on display once again.  We can’t wait any longer, as we start previewing teams all around the country.  Check out each preview below. Charlotte 49ers 2022-2023 Record: 22-14Conference Record: 9-11 Points Per Game: 66.9Rebounds Per Game: 29.6Assists Per Game: 13.1Points...

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Phenom College Basketball Preview: East Carolina

Phenom Hoops is getting ready for the upcoming college basketball season, and we can’t wait to see all the talent on display once again. We can’t wait any longer, as we start previewing teams all around the country. Check out each preview below. East Carolina Pirates 2022-2023 Record: 16-17Conference Record: 6-12 Points Per Game: 67.8Rebounds Per Game: 37.1Assists Per Game: 13.1Points Allowed:...

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Post-Summer League NBA Draft Grades

(#1) San Antonio Spurs Selection: Victor Wembanyama Grade: A+ Despite the casuals, doubters, and pessimists, Wembanyama showed a ton of elite attributes during Summer League. It's weird how a 7-foot-5 big man shooting the ball poorly in one contest was enough fuel for folks to start (laughably) calling him a bust. Instead, let's focus on the fact that Wembanyama will enter the NBA and...

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Phenom Hoops Alums represented well in NBA Draft

Jarace Walker – HoustonNo. 8 pick by Washington Wizards (Traded to Indiana) Jalen Hood-Schifino – IndianaNo. 17 pick by LA Lakers Noah Clowney – AlabamaNo. 21 pick by Brooklyn Nets Julian Phillips – TennesseeNo. 35 pick by Boston Celtics (Traded to Chicago) Hunter Tyson – ClemsonNo. 37 pick by Oklahoma City Thunder (Traded to Denver) GG Jackson – South...

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Charlotte Hornets select Brandon Miller at No. 2; what will he bring'

There was plenty of debate coming into the night about what the Charlotte Hornets would be looking to do with the No. 2 pick.  As the day went on, it seemed more and more likely that Alabama’s Brandon Miller would be the pick and that is how it turned out, as the 6’9 prospect is headed to the Hornets. Game Overview from NBA.com “Brandon Miller played his lone college season at Alabama,...

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Breaking Down Bradley Beal to Phoenix

On Sunday, the Washington Wizards and Phoenix Suns came together to make a trade that immediately sent shockwaves throughout the NBA and its fanbase. The Wizards sent Bradley Beal, Jordan Goodwin, and Isaiah Todd to Phoenix in return for Chris Paul, Landry Shamet, and multiple draft picks. From afar, it appears that the Suns absolutely demolished the Wizards in this deal. However, there are...

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2023 NBA Draft: What Should Charlotte Do'

Each year, the NBA Draft serves as one of the biggest, most exciting events in professional sports. The months between the conclusion of the college season and the start of the draft allow for a ton of intrigue, speculation, and general discussion. Since 2004, this time period also doubles as the window when the Charlotte Hornets figure out the most precise way to shoot themselves in the foot...

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Charlotte Hornets sitting pretty with No. 2 pick in upcoming draft; Who should they get'

The NBA Draft Lottery order was announced on Tuesday night, as it was a highly anticipated event in who would have the chance to draft Victor Wembanyama with the No. 1 overall pick. Charlotte Hornets fans were holding their breath late but ultimately it ended up that the San Antonio Spurs landed the pick and the Hornets will follow after with the No. 2 overall pick. With the Hornets being in our...

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Queens looking to continue success with in-state talent

Queens has been a staple here in North Carolina, and they have certainly proven themselves in a big way. Now a Division I program and coming off a successful season in which they finished 18-15 overall, the staff is looking to continue their success with a few key in-state recruits. The Royals have two terrific incoming recruits that are part of the 2023 recruiting class that should really set...

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Johnson C. Smith looking to go big with 2023 recruiting class

Players are coming off the board in the class of 2023, and one program that has been making a recent statement has been Johnson C. Smith.  The Golden Bulls have been making their mark in the state of North Carolina with a few recent commitments, and they are bringing in size to help the future. As of right now, Johnson C. Smith has earned commitments from 2023 Asa White, 2023 Tyson Barrett,...

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Diving more into Central Michigan’s 2023 recruiting class

Phenom Hoops wanted to dive into a bit more Central Michigan’s 2023 recruiting class, as they have recently landed two prospects to the class that we have watched recently and know a bit about.  Central Michigan right now has Cayden Vasko, Shaedon Simpson, and Hunter Harding all committed to the class so far, with Simpson and Harding being familiar faces to the platform. 2023 6’6 Shaedon...

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Though early, Clemson basketball should have the attention of the ACC

The season just ended over a month ago, but a lot of things have changed and will continue to change in the college basketball landscape.  Phenom Hoops has been keeping up with all that has been going on, and with us being so close to the coverage of ACC basketball, we certainly have our eyes on programs around the area. Clemson is a team that I have my eyes on early on in the ACC, as they...

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Re-Ranking North Carolina’s Class of 2022 Based on College Production

Each year, looking at past rankings and cross-analyzing them with college production allows for a meaningful reflection process. While every individual has their own system of ranking high school players, there isn’t necessarily a “correct” way to deduce or determine who will emerge in college. In terms of this re-rank, it’s based heavily on role and raw production, but the level of competition...

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