OTR Holiday Showdown: Top Performers (Part Two)
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Jaylon Tyson Jaylon Tyson 6'6" | SF John Paul II | 2021 State #66 Nation TX – John Paul II – G/F Tyson finished with 20 points and five assists in John Paul II’s 84-59 win over TCCH and showcased…
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Continue ReadingJaylon Tyson Jaylon Tyson 6'6" | SF John Paul II | 2021 State #66 Nation TX – John Paul II – G/F
Tyson finished with 20 points and five assists in John Paul II’s 84-59 win over TCCH and showcased his balanced offensive skillset to everyone in the gym. He is a good slasher and finisher around the basket and he has the ability to hit three’s from anywhere he can get his feet set. The first word that comes to mind when I think about Jaylon Tyson Jaylon Tyson 6'6" | SF John Paul II | 2021 State #66 Nation TX ’s offensive skillset is smooth.
Manny Obaseki Manny Obaseki 6'3" | SG John Paul II | 2021 State #47 Nation TX – John Paul II – G
Tyson’s running mate for John Paul II was just as impressive in the win and showed his leadership just as much as his on-court skill. He was throwing perfect outlet and no-look passes, scoring in the in-between game and getting to the free-throw line. Obaseki and Tyson complement each other perfectly and they will be a dangerous duo going into the playoffs.
Noah Shelby Noah Shelby 6'2" | PG Greenhill | 2022 State #139 Nation TX – CREATE Academy – G
With the game tied at 77 apiece, Noah Shelby Noah Shelby 6'2" | PG Greenhill | 2022 State #139 Nation TX dropped a defender and hit a deep three-pointer at the buzzer to give his team the win over Level Up Academy. Shelby also has an excellent floater and he has good decision-making skills in transition. He never tries to do too much and lets the game come to him. If Shelby’s shot is falling, watch out.
Colin Smith Colin Smith 6'8" | PF AZ Compass Prep | 2022 State #115 Nation AZ – Southern Assault Prep – F
Colin Smith Colin Smith 6'8" | PF AZ Compass Prep | 2022 State #115 Nation AZ is a three-level scorer that was easily one of the most talented players at the showcase. Smith showed his ability to score with his back to the basket, knock down three’s and score in transition. He also plays patiently and has the ability to handle the ball when needed.
Lee Dort Lee Dort 6'10" | C Greenhill School | 2022 State #67 Nation TX – CREATE Academy – F
Lee Dort Lee Dort 6'10" | C Greenhill School | 2022 State #67 Nation TX is an elite shot-blocker and rebounder and a decent finisher around the basket. He uses his strength to pull every rebound and if he gets his hands on a rebound, no one will be able to take it from him. Dort also crashes the offensive glass and creates second chance opportunities for his team.