The Invite: Game 2 Standouts
The Invite: Game 2 The Invite are games with some of Kentucky’s top players in each class. The classes range from 2021-2025. Most of the players are from the Louisville area, which shows just how tough it is to play…
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The Invite are games with some of Kentucky’s top players in each class. The classes range from 2021-2025. Most of the players are from the Louisville area, which shows just how tough it is to play in Regions 6 and 7. These are the standout players in Game 2.
Sekou Kalle
Sekou
Kalle
6'9" | C
DeSales | 2021
State
KY
-2021-DeSales HS- In game two, Sekou turned out a dominate game with 20 points, 14 rebounds, and 3 blocks. He is a post player that goes after every rebound. He does well being in help side on defense and ready to rotate. His athleticism showed with a few nice dunks and ability to run the floor. Kale displayed decent handles for a big as he got a steal and pushed the break to finish with a nice two handed dunk. I would like to see if Sekou can step out and make some shots. If so, he would make for a good face up post player instead of a back to the basket post.
Christian Spalding
Christian
Spalding
6'4" | PG
Evangel Christian | 2022
State
KY
-2022-Eastern HS- Christian is a guard that does everything as evident by his performance in game two. He posted a double double 15 points and 12 rebounds. At 6’2” or 6’3” he makes for an attractive point guard at the next level who can help rebound and start the break quickly. It’s nothing like rebounding guards in my opinion. Spalding change of pace game has come along way. He used ball screens very well that lead to baskets. He also has the ability with his strength to play a little bully ball with smaller guards defending him. Christian can get after it defensively. Coaches love a point guard who can set the tone on defense. He is definitely a mid major prospect just from those attributes alone. Not to even mention his scoring ability!
Zavian Jackson-2021-Jeffersontown HS- Zavian is what most would call a blue collar worker. He is a solid player who doesn’t need the ball to be effective. He scored 15 points and grabbed 4 rebounds. With his size at 6’4” and athleticism I would like to see him rebound a little more on the offensive end. He could easily add six to eight point to his average with put backs. He is a good defensive player. Zavian runs the floor hard that leads to his scoring. He is the kind of player every team at the next level needs as a glue guy.
Zek Montgomery-2021-Fern Creek- Zek finished the game with 15 points and 14 rebounds. In game two he displayed good ball handling skills and the ability to shoot off the bounce. Zek has a long frame and seems taller than 6’5” on the floor. He has good speed and athleticism. He rebounds very well. Montgomery can score from all three levels. With the ability to post up he is able to cause mismatch issues against smaller guards. Mid major guard for sure.
Miles Franklin
Miles
Franklin
6'2" | PG
Ballard | 2023
State
KY
-2022-Trinity HS- Miles is a very competitive guard who plays with a chip on his shoulder. He possesses good ball handling skills and ability to take players of the dribble. He finished game two with 14 points. He gets up the floor really fast in transition. I would like to see him rebound a little more to help start the break. He is a solid on ball defender. Seems to take on challenges of guarding the other teams best player. I am looking forward to seeing more of his development.