Central Jersey Prospects to Track This Summer
The summer season is almost here as June is a little over a week away. Prospects across the state are looking to make noise this summer, especially in Central Jersey. Here are the Central Jersey players to keep track of…
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Continue ReadingThe summer season is almost here as June is a little over a week away. Prospects across the state are looking to make noise this summer, especially in Central Jersey. Here are the Central Jersey players to keep track of this summer.
Darius Adams Darius Adams 6'4" | SG La Lumiere | 2025 #32 Nation IN , 6’2 SG Manasquan 2025
Adams is the top-ranked prospect in the 2025 class and is set for a big summer with PSA Cardinals. The 6’2 guard has a smooth handle, which he uses to get into the paint and finish nicely around the basket. Adams has a good release on his jumper and can get hot from distance in a hurry. He moves well without the ball in his hands and is an underrated rebounder. Adams is a talented guard prospect who should continue to make a name for himself this summer.
Isaac Hester Isaac Hester 6'0" | PG Ranney School | 2023 State NJ , 6’0 PG Ranney 2023
Hester is set to make an impact this summer with Team Rio University as he gets the opportunity to showcase his skillset. The 6’0 guard has a good handle, which he uses to get to the rim and finish around the basket. Hester is able to make shots through contact and has a nice release on his jumper. He gets his teammates involved on the offensive end and is a strong rebounder. Hester is a scoring lead guard who has the chance to have a big summer.
Deuce Jones Deuce Jones 6'1" | PG College Achieve | 2024 State #221 Nation NJ , 6’1 PG Trenton Catholic 2024
Jones had a strong sophomore campaign for the Iron Mikes and is looking to carry it over into the summer with Team Final. The 6’1 guard is lighting quick with the ball in his hands as opponents struggle to keep him out of the lane. Jones is a crafty finisher around the basket and can make opponents pay for giving him space on the perimeter. He plays with quick hands on the defensive end and shoots the ball with confidence. Jones is a quick lead guard prospect who has the potential to have a big summer.
Terrell Pitts Terrell Pitts 6'4" | SG St. Thomas Aquinas | 2023 State NJ , 6’4 SG St. Thomas Aquinas 2023
Pitts is set for a good summer with NJ Shore Shots as he affects the offense in multiple ways. The 6’4 lefty attacks the basket hard as he does not mind contact and can finish strong above the rim. Pitts can also score in the mid-range and has a nice release on his jumper. He works hard on the defensive end and fights for rebounds on both ends of the floor. Pitts is a tough guard prospect who should have big games on the perimeter.
Gio Panzini Gio Panzini 6'5" | SF St. Rose | 2024 State NJ , 6’4 SF Red Bank Catholic 2024
Panzini is a prospect to watch on the perimeter for Team Rio University as he should make plays on both ends of the floor this summer. The 6’4 wing is at his best attacking the basket as he is a strong finisher and is unafraid of contact. Panzini is more than just a slasher as he has a good shooting form and shoots the ball with confidence. He has the length to defend multiple positions on the floor and is a solid rebounder. Panzini is a two-way wing who has the potential to make noise this summer.
Other Prospects to Watch:
Jaden Kelly Jaden Kelly 6'4" | SG Roselle Catholic | 2024 State NJ , 6’4 SG St. Thomas Aquinas 2025
Jadin Collins Jadin Collins 6'1" | PG Rutgers Prep | 2023 State NJ , 6’1 PG Rutgers Prep 2023
Nick Seeloch Nick Seeloch 5'10" | PG Holmdel | 2024 State NJ , 5’10 PG Holmdel 2024
Josh Ingram, 6’3 SG St. Joe’s Metuchen 2023
Peter Noble Peter Noble 6'2" | PG CBA | 2024 State NJ , 6’2 PG CBA 2024