This upcoming weekend, Phenom Hoops will travel to the Raleigh Convention Center to host our annual G3 Live Showcase. The event is set to feature an abundance of college-worthy talent and prospects for coaches at nearly every level. Among those squads is Team Loaded 804, which has competed in several events this travel ball season. Although they have a trio of intriguing 2027s, this roster has plenty of recruitable 2026 pieces. Let’s take a closer look at their guys…
In many ways, Elijah Brandon sets the tone as a focal point. He’s a strong, stocky guard who carries a fairly sizable offensive load for this group. Brandon is a polished shot-creator with the handle, quickness, and vision to consistently generate clean looks for himself and others. He generates space well off the dribble and is capable of filling it up in a variety of different ways. Brandon mixes it up well to apply efficient, nonstop scoring pressure from all levels while locating open teammates whenever possible. He’s also a scrappy defender who displays an active motor and useful nose for the ball.
Although most coaches will be eyeing rising seniors during this upcoming week, guys like Joel Nicholson, Abram Schrinel, and Zack Draughn should still be enticing. The rising junior trio each brings something different to the table. Nicholson is a balanced guard who knows how to initiate the offense, set up others, and pick his spots as a scorer. Schrinel is a natural glue-guy whose sheer effort, adaptability, and rebounding presence lead to consistent production on both ends of the floor. The newest addition to the roster, Draughn, has been a seamless fit with his blend of quickness, toughness, and well-rounded skillset as a scrappy guard.
No matter how much the game changes, size will always be important. This group has two complementary big men in Connor Lavin and Paul Edde. At 6-foot-10, Lavin possesses a massive frame and naturally overpowers opponents with his general presence. He works hard to block shots, fight for rebounds, and run the floor in transition. Lavin can finish around the basket but doesn’t need touches to make an impact. Meanwhile, Edde is a developing post player with length, fluidity, and athleticism. He moves very well for his size and knows how to produce within his role. Edde is a solid rebounder and defender who runs the floor well in transition. He positions himself well to finish lobs or drop-off passes.
Guys like Myles Tyler and Anthony Rosser consistently stand out through their ability to fill in the gaps. Tyler is a stocky utility piece who can do a little bit of everything. His body allows him to rebound bigger than his size and effectively defend multiple positions. Tyler is a malleable offensive option who finishes, makes the extra pass, and knocks down shots as needed. On the other hand, Rosser is a strong-bodied forward with a nice blend of size, toughness, and interior ability. He finds success through playing hard, battling on the glass, and maintaining a physical defensive presence. Both stand out as major x-factors.
Rounding out the roster, Arrie McWilliams, Isaiah Stanley, and Grant Butler each have the tools to play at the next level. McWilliams is a lethal shooter with length and the ability to fill it up from beyond the arc. He’s a capable creator who can attack closeouts and make reads, but is arguably at his best as a spot-up threat. McWilliams also contains his assignment well defensively. Stanley is a quality athlete with size and the ability to produce with or without touches. Lastly, Butler is a steady guard who initiates the offense, gets others involved, and scores within the flow of the action.