Meanstreets Mini Camp: Illinois 2023 Evaluations
On Sunday Prep Hoops Illinois took in the action from the Meanstreets Mini Camp! There was a ton of talent in the house from a variety of classes. Here we dive into the prospects with Meanstreets Mini Camp: Illinois 2023…
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Continue ReadingOn Sunday Prep Hoops Illinois took in the action from the Meanstreets Mini Camp! There was a ton of talent in the house from a variety of classes. Here we dive into the prospects with Meanstreets Mini Camp: Illinois 2023 Evaluations!
Dalen Davis Dalen Davis 6'0" | PG Whitney Young | 2023 State #167 Nation IL (Whitney Young)
Davis is among the premier floor generals in the 2023 class in Illinois. High IQ guard that understands how to run a team and use pace. Pushed in the open floor always having his head up to make a play. It was his shooting that was very impressive. The Dolphins standout was money from mid-range all day long seemingly to barley miss. Pulls up stopping and popping on a dime. Crisp ball handler that also split the D a couple times getting to the cup.
Raeshom Harris Raeshom Harris 6'4" | SG Bloom | 2023 State IL (Bloom)
Harris is a slender built 6’3” combo guard that played both on and off the ball. Made a couple nice looking quick passes for scores. Smooth slasher that finds holes in the defense. Hit a three early on and then showed well defensively including swatting a triple attempt.
Marcus Pigram Marcus Pigram 6'3" | SG Whitney Young | 2023 State IL (Whitney Young)
Pigram stands at 6’3” and is about to become a name public league fans become aware of this season. Good size and skill level here. Worked well around ball screens with his decision making as a passer. Knocked down several pull up jump shots and got to the rim at times.
Bryce Tillery Bryce Tillery 5'7" | PG Hillcrest | 2023 State IL (Hillcrest)
Tillery is a small point guard that is quick and shifty when he has it and is a sound mid-range jump shooter.
Jalen Griffith Jalen Griffith 5'9" | PG Simeon | 2023 State IL (Simeon)
Griffith is another small guard that can go. On this day it was his passing that stood out most to us. He was electric with some of the dishes he made which led to buckets. Always has zip on his passes threading the needle when you think there is no pass to be made. Used his speed and crossover to get to the rim for layups and runners. Fun playmaker to watch!
Richard Barron Richard Barron 6'5" | SF St. Ignatius | 2023 State IL (St. Ignatius)
Barron is a big bodied 6’4” wing that was most effective in transition. He scored multiple times leaking out on the break for layups and dunks in the open floor. Strong frame.
Darrion Baker Darrion Baker 6'8" | PF St Rita | 2023 State #227 Nation IL (St. Rita)
Baker was the prospect that saw his stock rise the most with his play. The 6’8” St. Rita forward was hurt most of his freshman year after impressing us last fall. He has grown and also gained strength. Played as a power forward and was very good on both ends. Ran the floor hard, handled it some in the open floor, used his bounce around the hoop high pointing rebounds, and finished in the paint with his quickness. Defensively he utilized his length to block and alter shots.
Keon Alexander Keon Alexander 6'6" | PF Bolingbrook | 2023 State IL (Bolingbrook)
Alexander is a 6’6” left handed power forward that has bounce and quickness in the paint. Solid day for him rebounding pretty well especially on the offensive end getting second chance points. Finished in the pick/roll and also had a hook shot with his off hand. Intriguing long term prospect to track.
Jackson Kotecki Jackson Kotecki 6'9" | PF Saint Ignatius | 2023 State IL (St. Ignatius)
Kotecki presents excellent size at 6’7” with a frame to continue to add strength. Ran the floor hard throughout the day. Struggled at times missing bunnies, but as the day went on he showed flashes getting on the offensive glass, creating fouls, and hit a corner three.