Texas talent stands out at Geico Nationals
QUEENS, NEW YORK. — The nation’s premier postseason tournament consisting of the top-ranked basketball teams in America took place on Thursday and ended on Saturday. A few of these national prep schools included players who used to lace up their…
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Continue ReadingQUEENS, NEW YORK. — The nation’s premier postseason tournament consisting of the top-ranked basketball teams in America took place on Thursday and ended on Saturday. A few of these national prep schools included players who used to lace up their shoes in the Lone Star State. Prep Hoops Texas writer Brandon Jenkins feels Cade Cuningham was the best performer out of all the Texas natives, but he also sheds light on the other state-based talent that did their thing at Christ the King High School.
Cade Cunningham– Point Guard– Montverde Academy (FL) – 2020
Cunningham’s playmaking ability, versatility, and leadership were all on display Friday afternoon. The five-star prospect should now be considered a point guard after showing the proper poise and ability to make his teammates better on the national stage. All of this while being able to create for himself. After a quiet four-point performance vs. NSU University School (FL), he picked up the intensity and went for 21 points, nine rebounds, and three assists in the close semifinal loss to IMG Academy (FL). Look for Cunningham to make a slight jump within the top ten of national rankings updates, as many national analysts will begin evaluating him as a lead guard rather than a point forward.
Caleb Lohner– Small Forward– Wasatch Academy (UT) – 2020
The midseason move to Utah seems to have been a great one for Lohner. In the first round matchup vs. Oak Hill Academy (VA), the athletic forward from Flower Mound took advantage of his elite athleticism and broader build by cashing in on open catch and shoot threes while posting up and attacking smaller defenders on the low block. Lohner finished with a team-high 15 points in Wasatch’s tournament loss. It looks as if the national competition challenges Lohner to exhibit multiple facets within his game, which is great because it discreetly forces him to be the best version of himself.
Grant Sherfield– Shooting Guard– Sunrise Christian (KS) – 2019
The unsigned Sherfield came in aggressive as ever for Sunrise, hunting shots from all three ranges. Leading Sunrise in scoring with 13 points in the first round loss to IMG Academy (FL), at times he struggled to get a comfortable shot off under intense pressure. But, there were also instances where he was able to finish through tight quarters as well. The next focus for Sherfield is where he will be playing next fall. The four-star guard has already taken visits to Minnesota and Wake Forest, and he has one more scheduled visit to Wichita State. After his visit to Wichita, he will be making his decision. Look for the former UCLA signee to pick a school where he can be an immediate scoring option.
Tre’ Williams– Shooting Guard– Wasatch Academy (UT) – 2019
Williams has re-emerged as a four-star prospect after a great senior season on the national stage. In his lone game at Geico Nationals, he hit a couple of timely shots from deep and slashed his way to the basket while displaying discipline and the willingness to compete on both ends. The Minnesota signee scored ten points in Wasatch’s first-round loss. He will bring energy on both ends of the floor and be a solid four year player in Minneapolis.