Unsigned Seniors in Baltimore (Part Four)
Prior to the 2019-20 season tipping off, I’m confident in saying nobody could’ve predicted how it abruptly came to an end. Each year, we see seniors make a mark in the postseason which usually results in more college opportunities. With…
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Continue ReadingPrior to the 2019-20 season tipping off, I’m confident in saying nobody could’ve predicted how it abruptly came to an end. Each year, we see seniors make a mark in the postseason which usually results in more college opportunities. With that platform being unavailable this time around, I’ll be giving them attention in this series of articles by going through the unsigned seniors in the Baltimore area.
For part one of this series, click here.
For part two, click here.
For part three, click here.
Ian Wallace Ian Wallace 6'5" | PF Baltimore Poly | 2020 State MD | 6’7 | Poly
Wallace has developed as well as anyone on his body throughout his high school journey. His biggest improvements came this past summer as he looked to have grown an inch or two and put on a bit of muscle to his already long, 6-foot-7 frame. Wallace brings that size and shooting to the floor. He hasn’t shown the capabilities to put the ball on the floor and create off the bounce yet, but can still make an impact on a game by spreading the defense and being ready for kick-out passes. He uses his length defensively to disrupt shot from the perimeter or in the paint. Lincoln (PA) is Wallace’s lone offer and he has heard from many Division III schools throughout the season. If a Division III school were able to snag him, it’d be a steal.
Demonee Carter Demonee Carter 5'11" | PG Mervo | 2020 State MD | 6’0 | Mervo
Carter is a tough-nosed, rugged guard who can play both on and off the ball. He improved on his shot over the past calendar year, but remains at his best when he’s attacking the rim and seeking contact. An underrated part of Carter’s game is his overall IQ. When he would take over as the facilitator for the Mustangs for short stints he made the correct reads and delivered crisp passes. Defense is where Carter can let his competitive juices flow. He’s a determined defender on the ball and is always looking to be scrappy off the ball whether that means diving on the floor, drawing charges or making weak side rotations that result in steals. Carter will likely head towards the JuCo route. There aren’t many JuCo’s that I know who wouldn’t like to have a guy like Carter on their roster.
Khyrie Johnson | 5’11 | New Town
Johnson filled many roles for a dominant New Town team who claimed the Baltimore County crown for the second-straight year. The 5-foot-11 lefty guard is a capable shot-maker from deep, and while that summed up his role for his junior season, Johnson showcased a willingness to put the ball on the floor and make plays as a senior. The Titans were loaded with skilled guards so Johnson took turns playing both on and off the ball. He made good reads and displayed IQ with his decisions after the defense would break down. Johnson is an active defender on the ball. He constantly turns his man when guarding full court and is always anticipating in the lanes when he’s off the ball. There hasn’t been much to Johnson’s recruitment, but I am a strong believer he could contribute to a Division III or JuCo program next season.
Will Little | 6’4 | Mt. Carmel
Little battles some injuries throughout the season, but showed glimpses of what he could bring at the next level. The 6-foot-4 wing is known for his ability to stretch the floor with his shot. He struggled at time this past season, but the confidence remained which is always a good sign. He didn’t allow his “slump” to impact his effort on the glass or his defense. At his height and length, he can guard multiple positions. Little is another prospect whose recruitment is unknown to this point, but I wouldn’t be surprised if JuCo’s start looking into his services for next season.
Josiah Lamothe | 6’2 | Poly
Lamothe is a unique prospect to highlight. I say this because he won’t have the stats to back up a reasoning for him being a future college player, however if he were at any other school than Poly, those stats would’ve shown. The fact that he was on a nationally ranked team and was used many games as the second man off the bench says a lot about the coaching staff’s confidence in what he can bring. Lamothe is a junkyard dog kind of player. He can do all the little things like hit the offensive glass, get on the floor and take charges. Offensively he wasn’t expected to do much of anything with the ball considering the talent around him, but he still made his mark by finding little openings for those player to deliver passes for open looks. He knew defensively is where he’d earn more playing time so Lamothe took immense pride in guarding the ball and was effective in doing so. Division III programs have been tracking Lamothe closely and in my opinion, it’d be a great option to take that route to have a productive college career.
Isaac James Isaac James 6'6" | PF New Hope | 2020 State MD | 6’8 | New Hope
James transferred to New Hope after attending St. Frances for the 2018-19 season, but I still felt it was needed to include him on this list. While James’ basketball IQ still needs work, there’s no denying his skill set and versatility at 6-foot-8. He can score inside or out on the perimeter and operates mostly in isolation situations. He can be a dominant rebounding presence and defender when locked in. Simply stated, James has a ton of potential to be a big-time player. He’ll need the perfect fit for next season to help develop his game and his mind if he wants to reach his potential. Going to a high-level JuCo could be best for that, in my opinion.