6’6 ’28 MJ Jawona (Georgia Stunners)

In the first game slot of the weekend, Jawona highlighted a lot of intriguing qualities. He’s young but already sports a long, wiry frame and the ability to impact the game on both ends of the floor. Jawona is a fluid athlete who is truly just beginning to add strength, yet understands how to utilize his physical tools to his advantage. He’s a solid finisher who can play above the rim, space the floor, and operate as an impressive face-up option in the midrange area. Jawona knocked down shots and attacked off the bounce at a quality rate. He’s a quality rebounder and shot-altering presence who plays with energy at all times. Jawona has a ton of upside and will undoubtedly be a prospect to follow going forward.

6’7 ’26 John Slusher (Triple Threat Academy)

After watching his growth throughout the years, it’s clear that Slusher is starting to take the next step in his development. While the foundational skill was always in place, he’s added strength, athleticism, and increased assertiveness. Slusher showcased the ability to finish around the basket or space the floor from beyond the arc. His reliable jumper forces opposing big men to press up, leaving the lane wide open for cutters or potential opportunities to attack closeouts. He’s a willing passer and handles the ball fairly well for his size. Slusher competes well on the glass and blocks shots at a nice rate defensively. Between his current ability and continued progression, coaches should be enticed.

6’7 ’27 Nantti Ruuhilahti (Georgia Stunners)

Despite being the youngest prospect on this team, Ruuhilahti proved to be highly effective as a versatile mismatch. He’s a wiry, skilled combo forward who can operate in a variety of different roles. At 6-foot-7, Ruuhilahti is quite comfortable handling the ball, setting up others, and creating for himself off the bounce. He naturally causes matchup problems due to his blend of size and skill. Ruuhilahti is a quality spot-up threat who can hit shots or attack the basket. He knows how to rebound and push the break effectively in transition. Ruuhilahti is also capable of toggling between multiple positions defensively. His versatile game should make him a target for various types of programs.

6’3 ’28 Trevor Holland (CP3 EYCL)

Although this roster is loaded with valuable pieces, it would be impossible to ignore the production Holland brings to the table. Regardless of setting or opponent, he always seems to find ways to shine as a scorer. Holland is a capable playmaking threat but shows a clear willingness to assert himself whenever possible. He gets downhill at a consistent rate, knocks down jumpers along the perimeter, and capitalizes on second-chance opportunities at a high rate for his size. Holland is at his best when attacking the basket, both in the half-court and transition, and shows the ability to hit a variety of difficult shots around the rim. He plays with nice energy defensively and rebounds extremely well for his position.

6’6 ’26 Justus Bell (Stars Gold)

Given everything he does to assert himself as an all-around leader and focal point, there’s certainly a lot to like about Bell. Though he’s always possessed a fairly versatile identity, he’s steadily transitioned his game to the wing. At 6-foot-6, Bell does a healthy amount of everything on the court. He’s vastly improved as a creator, both for himself and others, and is capable of setting up others or scoring the ball in various ways. Bell is a solid perimeter shooter who utilizes his length and athleticism to consistently finish around the basket. He sets up others when initiating the offense, mixes up his scoring from all levels, rebounds with consistency, and is comfortable defending multiple positions. Bell should see an uptick in his recruitment sooner than later.

Share to...