Jeff City Slam: Class of 2024/2025 Standouts
Prep Hoops Missouri takes a look at some of the top young players from the Class of 2024 and 2025 from the recent Midwest Hoops Jeff City Slam, which was held at The Linc in Jefferson City. Aidan Burns 6’3″…
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Continue ReadingPrep Hoops Missouri takes a look at some of the top young players from the Class of 2024 and 2025 from the recent Midwest Hoops Jeff City Slam, which was held at The Linc in Jefferson City.
Aidan Burns 6’3″ Storm Elite: An athletic 2024 shooting guard from Thayer who has creative handles and elite passing ability. He can drop some serious dimes while on the move with several being of the no-look variety that hits its target repeatedly. He is a resourceful offensive player who attacks the basket well and can score around the basket with good footwork and a variety of fakes.
Reese Minnix 6’5″ Missouri Elite: A talented 2025 combo forward from Rock Bridge who has a versatile skill set to go along with his size. He is very comfortable handling the ball on the perimeter and he can create his own shot off the dribble. He has a lot of tools, including the step back jumper and the one-legged fadeaway in his package. He can also hit the open teammate with a pinpoint pass.
Ra’Saun Nichols 6’1″ Columbia Panthers: A smooth 2025 guard from Hickman who has good length and a versatile skill package. He can finish at the rim on the drive and hit a number of runners and floaters in the lane. He is a nice perimeter shooter with range that extends past the 3-point line. He has good length and quick hands on the defensive end.
Colten Pound 5’10” Team Frisco: A 2024 combo guard from Newburg who has a nice feel for the game to go along with his playmaking ability. He handled the ball well and was able to get to the mid-range where he elevated well on his jumper. He can also shoot the 3-pointer well.
Alijah Bussey 6’0″ Columbia Panthers: A 2026 guard who is solidly built like a football player and he plays a very aggressive game at both ends of the court. The lefty slashes to the basket well and can finish through contact, even against the older high school kids. He is also a physical defender who moved his feet well and used his quick hands to disrupt.