Top Defenders from the Matt Reynolds Showcase
Defense is typically not played a ton during a showcase player setting. However, the guys below brought their hard hat and went to work on the defensive end.
Quentin Harvey 2019 Union Forward
Harvey was tremendous on the defensive end bringing his shot-blocking presence to his squad. What makes Harvey such a tough guy to account for in the paint is how quickly he can elevate using his length and athleticism to adjust or block the shots. The other attribute Harvey excels at on defense is clearing out the boards.
Da’Lin Wiggins 2019 NW Classen Wing
The long, lanky Wing provided some incredible blocks at the rim on Saturday. Wiggins is not afraid to contest shots at the rim no matter who is driving. The fearless attitude Wiggins brings on defense makes him a very effective defender.
Caison Hartloff 2021 Claremore Wing
Hartloff had the best block of the day swatting a three-point shot out of bounds with ease. The hustle he also brought in the passing lanes snatching steals leading to easy buckets in transition was impressive. Hartloff is going to be a fun one to keep an eye on over the next couple of years.
Payton Breedlove 2019 Bridge Creek Forward
Breedlove was tasked all day with opposing forwards in the paint and certainly had his work cut out for him with versatile big men, but managed to halt inside production all the same. Breedlove has great footwork and commendable lateral movement, allowing him to maneuver around the paint to extend his reach to get blocks, force the ball out, to just slide over on a wing or corner driver. He was very conscious of where a play was developing and quick enough to get there for the stop.
Caden Fry 2022 Owasso Forward
Fry played well in the man to halt opposing ball-handlers and did a great job of clamping up guards to clog the lane on drive attempts. He was constantly aware of passes he could thieve out of the air. Fry has a chance to be a really good big man prospect in the 2022 class with continued development.
Cyson Mathis 2020 Enid Forward
The energy Mathis brought on the court was incredible to take in at the showcase. Mathis is an outstanding defender due to his size, athleticism, and great effort. Small colleges this will be a big guy you want to watch this spring and summer.
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