PH Texas Report: 2020 Centers Vol. II
Nathan Clover / 6’8″ / C / Port Arthur Memorial / Level: Mid-Major
Strengths:
- Strong bodied post who is active on both ends; competes on both ends; solid low post defender
- Active on the glass; scores on put back opportunities and dump-off passes; finishes strong above the rim
- Developing low post game; capable of hitting jump hooks and scoring off of drop step moves
- Very effective when he plays physical; has great potential; gets up and down the floor
- 5A State Champion starting big man
Weaknesses:
- Raw talent; steadily improving
- Consistency scoring on the low block; can be a serious offensive threat if he keeps improving
Darrius Miles / 6’11” / C / Waxahachie / Level: Mid-High Major
Strengths:
- Very tall and wide-bodied post who takes up space and scores well in the paint
- Finishes at the basket; uses body to bang and bully low post defenders
- Has good hands; Has a soft touch in the paint; –
- Big body post with a high ceiling
Weaknesses:
- Conditioning; needs to get in shape to be able to play throughout longer stretches
- Inconsistent motor; needs to play with a chip on his shoulder every time he steps on the floor
Montreal Pena / 6’9″ / C / Arlington Martin / Level: High Major
Strengths:
- Skinny big man with bounce; utilizes it by finishing dump off passes with exciting standing vertical dunks and protecting the rim; very athletic and moves well
- Has very long arms; very active on the defensive end
- Has shown the ability to handle the ball in the open floor and transitional situations; runs the floor extremely well
- Potential unicorn-like abilities; huge upside
Weaknesses:
- Raw offensively; no back to the basket skill whatsoever
- Lacks any type of strength; easily loses position; out of control when trying to score through contact on the low block
- Starting to drift to the perimeter; has a chance to be perimeter oriented, but his main focus should be on adding weight to his this frame
To receive contact info on these prospects:
Brandon Jenkins
214-962-7678
@brandon_jenkin5