2023 Prospects in Need of Strong AAU Seasons

The AAU season is just beginning as the spring circuit is kicking off. Prospects across the state are hoping to be at their best as they try to impress college coaches. Here are the top 2023 prospects in need of strong AAU seasons. Noah Barnett Noah Barnett 6'8" | PF Don Bosco Prep | 2023 State NJ , 6’8 PF Don Bosco Prep Barnett plays in a loaded Ironmen frontcourt, so the AAU season will be key for him. The 6’8 forward has a nice touch around the basket and can also handle the ball on the perimeter. Barnett sets good screens in the half court and rolls to the basket hard. He uses his length to altar shots on the defensive end and is a strong rebounder. Barnett has a lot of potential and should put it on full display for the NY Jayhawks this season. Matt Kinsler Matt Kinsler 6'4" | SG St. Peter's Prep | 2023 State NJ , 6’4 SG St. Peter’s Prep The Marauders need someone to replace  Rayshawn Ford Rayshawn Ford 6'2" | SG St. Peter's Prep | 2021 State NJ in the backcourt and Kinsler has the opportunity to be that guy. The 6’4 guard has a smooth release on his jumper and can get hot from distance in a hurry. Kinsler moves exceptionally well off the ball as he knows how to create space for himself on the perimeter. He is an underrated defender and makes smart decisions with the ball in his hands. Kinsler’s ability to shoot the ball will be key as he plays for the NJ Panthers this AAU season. Hampton Sanders Hampton Sanders 6'0" | PG Princeton Day School | 2023 State NJ , 6’0 PG Princeton Day School Sanders had a strong season for Princeton Day School and has a chance to rise his stock with a big AAU season. The 6’0 guard has a good handle as he is able to get into the lane with consistency. Sanders can finish in a variety of ways around the basket, but can also knock down open jumpers on the perimeter. He moves his feet well on the defensive end and is a good rebounder for a guard his size. Sanders is in line for a strong summer with the NJ Bulldogs as he prepares for his junior season. Zack Davis Zack Davis 6'7" | SF Ranney School | 2023 State NJ , 6’7 SF Ranney Davis is stepping into a larger role at Ranney in his junior campaign and should take a big step forward this AAU season. The 6’7 wing has a nice release on his jumper and uses his size to shoot over defenders. Davis sets his feet before he shoots and is an underrated ball-handler. His combination of size and length gives him the ability to defend multiple positions. Davis’ ability to play at both ends is something that will improve his stock as he plays for Team Rio University. Dasear Haskins Dasear Haskins 6'6" | SF Camden | 2023 State NJ , 6’6 SF Camden Haskins had a good sophomore season for the High, but he should truly burst onto the scene after a strong AAU season. The lanky 6’6 lefty can put the ball on the floor and knows how to finish around the basket. Haskins’ range extends out to the three-point line and is developing consistency with his jumper. He is a strong rebounder and uses his length to make plays on the defensive end. Haskins plays for a tough NJ Scholars team, but his length, skill and rebounding will give him an opportunity to make an impact for them this AAU season. Other Prospects to Watch: Maurice McKnight Maurice McKnight 5'9" | PG Roselle Catholic | 2023 State NJ , 5’9 PG Roselle Catholic Noah Taylor Noah Taylor 6'4" | SF Linden | 2023 State NJ , 6’4 SF Colonia Ethan Gross Ethan Gross 6'7" | PF Hun School of Princeton | 2023 State NJ , 6’7 PF Hun Respect Tyleek Respect Tyleek CG Jackson Memorial | 2023 State NJ , CG Jackson Memorial Ted Gregoire Ted Gregoire 6'5" | PF Roselle Park | 2023 State NJ , 6’5 PF Roselle Park