Class of 2021 Stock Risers (Part 1)
Nebraska summer basketball was in full swing by July with gyms packet full of the states top prospects. Many players took full advantage of this summer season and found themselves climbing the Nebraska 2021 Rankings. These are five players that moved…
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Continue ReadingNebraska summer basketball was in full swing by July with gyms packet full of the states top prospects. Many players took full advantage of this summer season and found themselves climbing the Nebraska 2021 Rankings. These are five players that moved up at least three spots in the Class of 2021 rankings update.
Jadin Johnson Jadin Johnson 6'4" | PG Millard North | 2021 State NE
From #8 to #4
Johnson an athletic 6’4 point guard with vision and creativity as a passer. He plays fast and keeps defenses on their heels by pushing the ball up the floor. He didn’t jump off the page statistically during his junior year, averaging 4.7 points, 4.6 assists, 2.2 rebounds and 1.6 steals per game, but he is a two way player that has proved that he can play point guard at a high level. Johnson also has improved as a spot up shooter from three. He will be headed to Old Dominion for his college career.
Jack Cooper Jack Cooper 6'6" | PF Millard South | 2021 State NE
From #20 to #25
Cooper led Millard South in points and rebounds as a junior with 11.9 points, 6.3 rebounds, and 1.2 blocks per game. He looked even better this summer playing with Team Factory and in team camps with his high school. Cooper is great at fighting for position and scoring with soft touch inside and out. He can also anchor a defense, protect the rim, and rebound. He will be the primary post player this season and should have more room to operate on the interior and more opportunities to score.
Livon Ramsey Livon Ramsey 6'4" | SF Lincoln High | 2021 State NE
From #38 to #23
Ramsey is an aggressive and versatile defenders. He keeps ball handlers in front of him and away from the basket. He can switch on to bigs and has the size and strength to hold his own inside. He is an excellent athlete that can get above the rim to swat shots or finish with powerful dunks. Offensively, Ramsey is solid ball handler that can get to the basket, finish with both hands, and drive and dish to find open shooters and cutters. Ramsey is one of the best defenders in the state and continues to improve on the offensive end.
Dom Humm Dom Humm 6'0" | PG Millard West | 2021 State NE
From #41 to #30
Humm is a high energy point guard with speed and quickness to attack the rim and defend. As a Junior, he averaged 10.4 points, 3.1 rebounds, and 2.5 assists per game. This summer for Powerhouse NE he had games where he looked unstoppable getting to the basket. He can size up defenders and create enough space with crossovers to blow by and finish with creativity at the rim. Humm will be one of the top point guards in the metro and may lead Millard West in scoring his senior year.
Tyler Riley Tyler Riley 6'1" | SG Platteview | 2021 State NE
From #64 to #48
Riley is a knockdown shooter with deep range that can attack closeouts with the dribble and score from all three levels. He can play either wing position at 6’3 and averaged 11.6 points and 3.6 rebounds for Platteview during his junior season. This summer for Hoffman Hoops Academy, Riley looked like he had taken another step forward as a scorer. He can make shots from everywhere on the court, has a quick release, and efficiently scores with limited dribbles.
Check out Part Two of the 2020 Stock Riser HERE!