New Mexico Spotlight Top 100 Junior Analysis
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The New Mexico Spotlight Top 100 featured the very best New Mexico basketball players in the state. I watched the junior class showcase their skills on November 7th, 2020.
Below is a list of juniors I watched:
Jose Murillo Jose Murillo 6'8" | C Highland | 2022 State NM – 6’10 Highland
Jose Murillo Jose Murillo 6'8" | C Highland | 2022 State NM (El Gigante) is a new rising big man and big body post in New Mexico. A very recruitable big man talent. He played excellent above the rim slamming the ball fiercely on everyone who tried to guard him. An elite rebounder and big time shot blocker who can murder people in the post. Jose Murillo Jose Murillo 6'8" | C Highland | 2022 State NM is a solid D1 prospect.
Sean Johnson Sean Johnson 6'6" | SF Sandia | 2022 State NM – 6’6 Sandia
Sean Johnson Sean Johnson 6'6" | SF Sandia | 2022 State NM is a strong talented forward who can score very easily. His long frame allows him to play multiple positions. He seems most comfortable in the small forward position but I also watched him bring up the ball as a point guard and he was very hard to stop coming through the middle. He is very explosive when aroud the rim. Sean moves at a very solid pace and does a lot of things very well on the court.
Jakwon Hill Jakwon Hill 6'1" | CG Volcano Vista | 2022 State NM – 6’1 Volcano Vista
Jakwon Hill Jakwon Hill 6'1" | CG Volcano Vista | 2022 State NM is a tough guard who works very well off screens. He is very athletic and plays super hard on both sides. He dribbles the ball well and can attack the rim if you give him any space. Jakwon Hill Jakwon Hill 6'1" | CG Volcano Vista | 2022 State NM is a talented combo guard that will gain the attention of college coaches.
Brandon Oloumou – 6’10 Menaul
Brandon Oloumou is a big solid athletic power forward who is garnering the attention of many. Menaul struck gold with this kid. He is still a little raw but he makes up for it in his athleticism and sheer power. Brandon is very aggressive above the rim and is a big time shot blocker. Brandon understands the game very well and has a great upside.
Joren Mirabal Joren Mirabal 6'2" | SG Magdalena | 2022 State NM – 6’1 Magdalena
Joren Mirabal Joren Mirabal 6'2" | SG Magdalena | 2022 State NM was the name I kept hearing about all weekend. When I saw him play I can easily understand why. His athleticism is off the charts. He plays extremely hard and understands how to move his players where he needs them to be. He knows how to command the floor and lead his players. He has a good jump shot which allows him to shoot the ball effectively. A solid defender who has quick feet. Every team needs a player like Joren Mirabal Joren Mirabal 6'2" | SG Magdalena | 2022 State NM .