The Tennessee Tigers continue to make their presence felt on the Phenom Hoops stage, bringing a fresh wave of talent that college programs should start tracking closely. As the platform continues to spotlight emerging prospects from across the region, the Tigers arrived with a group that blends skill, toughness, and upside, as it was on full display at the Phenom Queen City Showcase.
From dynamic guards to versatile forwards, this program is showcasing rosters full of players eager to compete, develop, and take advantage of the exposure that Phenom Hoops provides. We dive into some of the players that captured our attention.
Tennessee Tigers 17u:
2028 Christian Blivens
Blivens, a guard who is playing up, brings tenacity to the court and a strong overall feel in leading the charge. He is able to be a true playmaker on the court, creating and attacking off the bounce while also bringing a balanced attack as a scorer and a playmaker for his teammates. He is a quick, shifty guard who pushes well out in transition.
2027 Hunter Noel
One of two bigs on the court, as Noel is a 7-footer that is still developing his overall feel and getting strong, but you can tell there is clear upside with what he could be. He brings a nice presence on both sides of the court and can protect the rim, while also developing his offensive game more.
2027 Stefan Radivojevic
Radivojevic is the second big man standing at 7-feet and was one that was able to bring a solid feel and frame to the court. He brings a physical feel to the court, carving out space and being a strong interior presence with upside. He moves well and has good touch around the basket.
2027 Ian Allen
Allen is a physical guard that can get downhill and finish well around and through defenders. He constantly put pressure on the defense by attacking, and by also bringing tremendous energy on both sides of the ball. He is always active in a variety of ways for his team, really making his presence felt throughout.
Tennessee Tigers 16u and 15u
2028 Eli Bell
Bell was one of the go-to options all throughout the event, as he was a true scoring weapon on the court. He excelled from multiple levels, being able to create and get paint touches, finishing well around defenders but also rising up for his shot from multiple levels. He can hurt you in a variety of ways on the court and will be a name to watch more.
2028 Kingston Mills
Mills is a 6’8 big man who brings a physical feel to the court, immediately showing the ability to get to his spots and seal off defenders, giving himself a wide base and being able to finish well around the basket. But he also surprised us with his ability to step out and be a threat.
2028 Joseph Maynard
Maynard has a lot of intangibles that you have to like and make you eager to see how he develops. As a 6’5 wing prospect, Maynard comfortable can be a threat from the perimeter, knocking down shots consistently but also being effective off the dribble, finishing over defenders, and making high-IQ plays for his teammates.
2029 Bryce Lane
Lane is a young prospect that presents good size early on at 6’6 but also one that is able to effectively operate and produce from a variety of levels. He gets to his spots, can be effective inside and out, and find ways to really be a true scoring presence. Lane is one to watch with the 15u team as he continues to develop.