Prime Time Top 40: Top Creators
Being active is always going to attact some attention and there were a number of guys at the Prime Time Top 40 Showcase that showed good motor. Here’s a look at the guys that really made an impression on us…
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Continue ReadingBeing active is always going to attact some attention and there were a number of guys at the Prime Time Top 40 Showcase that showed good motor. Here’s a look at the guys that really made an impression on us with their energy level and the way they created with the ball offensively.
Mutdung Bol (2020 Edmonds-Woodway)
Bol had unquestionably the top motor out of anyone at the event. Offensively, he certainly knocked down his share of outside jumpers but was also often looking to create and getting to the cup. The 6-foot-3 senior guard looks super skinny but he had sneaky wiry strength combined with athleticism that allows him to compete extremely effectively.
Kaelan O’Neil (2020 Churchill)
To be quite honest, O’Neil didn’t have to compete in the event as he was already committed to Eastern Washington. But the 6-foot-5 wing is the ultimate competitor and as is the case whenever we’ve seen him, he didn’t back down from anyone. O’Neil attacked the basket at just about every opportunity he got and finished some acrobatic plays around the rim.
DeRay Seamster (2020 Central Catholic)
We’re pretty convinced that Seamster is one of the biggest sleepers in Oregon’s Class of 2020. The 6-foot-2 guard simply produces on the court and at the PT40, he made a number of different plays on both ends of the floor. Seamster hit some perimeter shots, took it strong to the basket, and finished in transition above the rim. Look for the Central Catholic senior to really emerge this season.
Damontae Burns (2021 Parkrose)
Burns was active on both ends of the floor. Offensively he often looked to shoot from the perimeter but he also made an effort to get the ball moving off of the dribble and creating for his teammates. The 6-foot-1 junior is long and athletic with a quick first step to the basket and that length and athleticism also gives him the ability to be effectively defensively.
Tyler Linhardt (2022 Kings)
While he started off a bit in love with the three-ball, Linhardt started utilizing his mature body to really create and score near the hoop. At 6-foot-6, almost 220 pounds, the sophomore physically bullied his way to the basket to score and while he only hit one of his perimeter jumpers, he does have a pretty good looking stroke from the outside. Linhardt was also very busy on the boards on both ends.