Idaho Talent to Watch
Here is a list of a few players that have some talent. Idaho has a lot of players that have next level talent and here are some players to watch. 6’2 PG Russell Gibson Russell Gibson 6'2" | CG Eagle…
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Continue ReadingHere is a list of a few players that have some talent. Idaho has a lot of players that have next level talent and here are some players to watch.
6’2 PG Russell Gibson Russell Gibson 6'2" | CG Eagle | 2024 State ID || Eagle High School || 2024 ||
Local Idaho kid moves back into the state and Eagle will benefit from this move as they pick up a slick PG that can also play off the ball. Russell is a good ball handler that can create for himself and he can also create for others. He does a great job of making some quick moves that allow him to get to the rim and they also allow him to create space for himself when he is shooting. He put up some great overall numbers while he was in Utah. Smooth handle and in transition he does very well. Another aspect of his game that will be very apparent is his defensive on ball presence. Look for him to rack up steals. Russell is a good shooter and should spread the floor with that ability.
6’8 PF Sam Lapumba || Canyon Ridge High School || 2023 ||
Sam is a big time athlete that is a force in the paint. He uses his athleticism to play above the rim and he is a strong physical presence. He is still raw which will be a great attribute because it really shows that he has a high ceilings still. He is a player that needs to be on a lot of NWAC and D2/NAIA radars.
5’10 PG Scott Cook || Jerome High School || 2023 ||
One of the better ball handlers out there in the state and he comes back after starting all 4 years. His experience is going to be key for his team to have success. The ability to go out and get a bucket for himself is going to be just as important as his ability to break down the defense and create for his teammates. If his outside shot is falling he will be trouble all year long.
6’9 F Gage Ontiveros || Burley High School || 2024 ||
Burley will be an interesting team to watch as they have a really good player in Gage. Gage has some great next level ability and next level height. He hustles for loose balls and he has soft hands running through the paint. Great looking post moves, especially going over that left shoulder. Really like the way he keeps that ball really high away from defenders. Good touch around the rim. Good defensive rebounder and he gets rid of the ball quickly. He runs the floor and he defends well. Gage can alter shots and block shots. Impressive timing and he walls up when he needs to. He is a next level player that has a good ceiling and a lot of development left in his game.