South Metro Open Run Evaluations
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Last night 20+ prospects primarily from the south-metro area gathered for some competitive open runs in Lakeville. From a few bigger named prospects in the 2022 and 2023 classes, all the way down to sleepers looking to make their names…
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Continue ReadingLast night 20+ prospects primarily from the south-metro area gathered for some competitive open runs in Lakeville. From a few bigger named prospects in the 2022 and 2023 classes, all the way down to sleepers looking to make their names known this winter, this is what I saw out of some of the top performers there.
Myles Adams Myles Adams 6'5" | SF Eastview | 2023 State MN (6’5 2023 SF, Eastview)- Now ready to make the leap to varsity after a strong sophomore year with the JV team, Myles looked improved creating his own shots off the dribble. Showed a quick crossover and utilized a spin move well in the lane to get by his man and get to the rim. Without the ball he makes excellent cuts towards the basket to catch his defender off-guard, and the chemistry with his twin brother showed as he was constantly being lead to the rim for some explosive dunks.
Jamari Walker Jamari Walker 6'5" | PF Menominee | 2022 State MN (6’6 2022 PF, Park of Cottage Grove)- Only got to see Jamari in one game, but I really liked the way he rebounded the ball. Despite it being an open gym setting where some guys don’t always go 100%, Jamari was high pointing every ball in his area, and when he caught it he did so with authority as you could hear the slap on the ball from across the gym. I like his ability to contribute without needing to score the ball, as he’s an active defender with some strength in the post but also the agility to switch on screens and move his feet on the perimeter. He also threw down a powerful dunk in transition showing off the explosive athleticism that not too many players his size have.
Yonis Mohamud Yonis Mohamud 6'2" | SG Shakopee | 2022 State MN (6’3 2022 G, Shakopee)- A breakout player this spring/summer with the Minnesota Fury, Yonis simply had his team winning games last night. He’s one of the most athletic guards you’ll find in this 2022 class, as he can fly up the floor in transition and is a shifty ball handler who can get his defender going one way and then explode towards the basket in the other direction. Was a major threat in the open floor as he can finish above the rim with ease while also showing some passing vision to make the right read if the dunk wasn’t there. Defensively he has the potential to force a lot of turnovers with his quickness on the ball and the ability to jump passing lanes. Jumper was also a threat.
Jamal Ambrose Jamal Ambrose 6'10" | C East View | 2022 State MN (6’10 2022 C, Eastview)- Despite being the tallest in attendance, Jamal was one of the top shooters of the night. His range extended to beyond the college line on the floor, and he has a lot of confidence to knock down shots even with a hand in his face. When not shooting the three he has excellent touch around the rim. Because of the size difference teams were bringing a lot of extra help on him in the paint, but he still did a nice job of gaining his balance to go up and finish at a high percentage.
Henry Eliason (6’4 2023 W, Eastview)- Yet another talented up-and-coming prospect at Eastview, Henry showed a lot of potential as a wing shooter. Silky smooth release from beyond the arc and his length on the wing made it difficult for defenders to get a hand up and contest. Really confident player who knows when to shoot and when to pass, and never holds the ball for too long. I liked some of his ability to create space off the dribble while also exceling off the ball. Solid athlete who could also put the ball on the floor and get to the rim for some strong finishes
Hudson Vaith Hudson Vaith 6'4" | SG Lakeville North | 2023 State MN (6’5 2023 G/W, Lakeville North)- An extremely versatile player, I think Hudson will be called upon to do a little of everything this Winter for Lakeville North. Last night he showed he can handle the ball a bit and got into the paint efficiently off the dribble. He does a great job of playing off two feet and showed the footwork to pivot and step-through defenders around the rim to get off clean and balanced looks. Never looked sped up no matter what the defense threw at him, and I think that composure will carry on to his junior season.
Mario Adams Mario Adams 6'5" | SF Eastview | 2023 State MN (6’5 2023 SF, Eastview)- Like his brother Myles, Mario had some strong performances last night. One of the things that always stands out about his game is his passing ability. He has the length to face up and see over the top of opposing wings, and knows when and where to deliver the ball to lead cutting teammates perfectly to the basket. When he wasn’t setting up his teammates he was knocking down pull-up jumpers from 12-15 feet, or running the floor for transition dunks. Mario is so dangerous catching around the elbow because he can attack the rim, pull-up if you give him too much space, or make an accurate high-low pass to a teammate with position around the rim.
Khalif Bettis Khalif Bettis 6'6" | SF Burnsville | 2023 State MN (6’5 2023 F, Apple Valley)- Bettis is one of the best you’ll find in the 2023 class when it comes to the short to mid-range jumper. When you combine his long frame, elevation on his jumper, and his high release point, it’s a challenge for just about any defender to try to contest. Time after time I saw Khalif get into the paint whether it was with a quick cut or off the dribble, and stop on a dime while getting his shoulders squared up to knock down shots from around 10 feet efficiently. After a strong summer with the MN Chill, he could be in for a breakout junior season statistically.
Dylan Omweno Dylan Omweno 6'0" | PG Eastview | 2023 State MN (6’1 2023 PG, Eastview)- Dylan is an electrifying athlete in the open floor as he can simply fly by guys with or without the ball. I saw him weave in and out of defenders on his way to the rim, while also posing a threat from beyond the arc. Like his playmaking ability defensively as he has the quickness to sit deep in a stance and be a pest on the ball, while also reading and jumping passing lanes to create steals and transition opportunities.