Monday, June 19, 2017

TOP 75 PROSPECTS IN ILLINOIS

NAME HT POS LEVEL SCHOOL CLUB

1. Ayo Desunmu 6-3 PG HM Morgan Pk Mac Irvin Fire
“Solid showing in Calif at Pangos where he played in the Top 20 game.”

2. Talen Horton-Tucker 6-4 WG HM Simeon “Free agent”
“Super John Williamson clone; Mizzou, Ariz-St., UNLV looking strong with him.”

3. Tim Finke 6-6 F MM+-MM Champaign Central Mean Streets
“Has been respectable on the club circuit; may elect to stay home at Illinois.”

4. Javon Freeman 6-4 WG MM+-MM Chicago Young Mean Streets
“Carries the dubious distinction of hoopn for his High-School Coach during club season, in addition several school mates which hasn’t allowed him the luxury of separating himself from others in this class. He’s so talented, some-one who could blossom to stardom in college.”

5. Darius Deane 6-4 PG MM+-MM Carbondale          Gate-Way (MO)
“Has raised a few eyebrows with his stellar floor game this spring. Dayton is in strong!”

6. Kezo Brown 6-2 G MM+-MM Simeon Unknown
“This lefty is a gamer, currently absent in June & the club scene; maybe he’s hoopin in the parks.”

7. Raekwon Drake 6-5 SF MM Chicago Orr D. Rose
“Toss out rankings & other metrics-not many impact a game like him.”

8. Zion Young 6-3 G MM Simeon Mean Streets
“Recently surfaced in the area, now his game will let us observers know who he is.”

9. Xavier Castenada 5-11 PG MM Chicago Young Mean Streets
“Has settled in nicely as a terrific lead guard with winning intangibles; Valpo loves him.”

10. Kendle Moore 6-0 PG MM Danville D. Rose
“Silver quick scoring lead with potential to have huge outings, big game threat.”

11. George Conditt 6-9 F MM+-MM Chicago Corliss RWA Program
“This agile big fella with a wealth of potential has slew of mid-major offers & then Illinois. Has to become a better shot-blocker & rebounder especially with the length he has. Local opponents have gone after him in recent league games.

12. Tyronn Mosley 6-5 G MM+-MM Chicago Orr    Illinois Wolves
“His stock has soared since his sparkling performance at the under armour venue in Calif a few weeks ago; very athletic-also a good student.”

13. Tamell Pearson 6-8 SF MM Morgan Pk Mac Irvin Fire
“Offensive game in the raw stages now, recovered from a subpar showing at Pangos. Played well vs Conditt recently.”

14. Massiah Jones 6-5 F MM Simeon       Caron Butler Elite
“Breath-taking-jumping jack; like Drake he can control game at both ends of the floor with his superior athleticism. Starting to nail mid-range jumpers.”

15. Xavier Pinson 6-3 PG MM St. Patrick          Mac Irvin Fire B.
“He’s so slithery & innovative offensively; rapidly improving floor game. Nice Player!”

16. Sam Schafer 6-4 WG MM Lincoln-Way East  Young & Reckless
“His value will continue to climb, he’s smart & very good athlete & shooter.”

17. Justin Boyd 6-3 G MM Chicago Young Mean Streets
“Has big game experience & poise, system type skilled & good defender.”

18. Orlando Allen 6-5 F MM Thornton Mean Streets
“Cagey athlete has some ability to attack the rim with either hand. Shoots it on perimeter.”

19. Drew Peterson 6-7 F MM Libertyville             Illinois Wolves
“Competes, lacks strength now-but he could be a versatile threat one day.”

20. Quinlan Bennett 6-3 PG MM Proviso East Kessel Heat
“Lethal in transition. Starting to come into his own as an offensive threat. Stock rising.”

21. Kani Acre 6-6 WF MM Carbondale RWA Program
“Vastly under-rated, has displayed out-side-shooting ability & athleticism.”

22. Toraze Babbs 6-5 SF MM Chicago Uplift Mac Irvin Fire
“The Nike eybl has been challenging task, but he’s thrived vs the length.”

23. Zion Griffin 6-5 F MM Hinsdale South Hooper’s
“A raw talent now with a huge up-side; his offensive game is starting to reach new heights. Western Michigan intrigued.”

24. DeAndre Heckerd 6-2 G MM Romeoville        Hoops for Health
“More of a combo now than a true PG. At times an explosive offensive threat, feeling his way through now, lacks some confidence, but eventually could be really good.”

25. Anthony Lynch 6-2 PG MM Elgin-Larkin Kessel Heat
“Totally forgot about him on my grid. Very good player-smart-skilled.”

26. Treavon Martin 6-8 F/C MM Chicago Curie D. Rose
“We envision his growth as a player occurring after his Curie days.”

27. Camron Donatian 6-4 G/F MM West Aurora “Free agent”
“Superb athlete-hard-nose & jumps out of the gym. Makes shots on the perimeter.”

28. DeMaria Franklin 6-4 G/F MM Niles North        Hoops Avenue
“Very good all-around talent; has demonstrated he is a capable scorer.”

29. Dannie Smith 6-4 G/F MM Chicago Orr          Mac Irvin Fire B.
“Swing-man clone has shown the ability to drive the ball & he’s reliable spot-up shooter.”

30. Ryan Davis 6-8 F/C MM Conant         Wis.-Playground
“Burly fellow has a nice shooting touch. Good around the rim with either hand. Has to rebound more and play harder! Western Michigan involved strong.”

31. Kaleb Thornton 5-11 G MM Bolingbrook Mean Streets
“Can be lethal when attacking the rim. Plays a significant role in a deep back-court.”

32. Brandon Ellis 6-3 WG MM Warren Kessel Heat
“A smooth/graceful performer-big time leaper. 6th in the state in high jumps.”

33. Vashawn Sims 6-1 G MM-LM+ Rich-East           Example Sports
“An electric talent, can score-superb passer & good defender; rising prospect.”

34. Jalen Shaw 6-9 C MM-LM+ Elgin-Larkin Kessel Heat
“Has invite to the NBA Association Camp; less stressful club circuit has allowed him to develop nicely.”

35. Isaiah Fuller 6-1 PG MM-LM+ Oak-Park D. Rose
“Has performed well in a crowded back-court this spring. A up tempo style suits him well.”

36. Devonire Glass 6-7 F MM-LM+ Simeon       Caron Butler Elite
37. Cardell McGee 6-2 G MM-LM+      Springfield Lanphier    Wis.Playground
“A scoring combo, who is transitioning to a PG; hampered by an up & down spring.”

38. Robert Harvey 6-3 G MM-LM+ Hillcrest       Young & Reckless
“A capable scorer, silk-smooth performer, we’re still waiting on him to break-out.”

39. Chase Adams 5-6 PG ----- Chicago Orr D. Rose
“Slick lil play-maker now will boast his game in CPL.”

40. Naseer Turner 6-6 SF MM-LM+ Kenwood         Chicago Demons
“Has played very well this spring, good athlete & dynamite passer. He should have a really good July.”

41. Jackson Marcotte 6-7 F LM+ Mount Carmel (IL)    Pocket City (IN)
“Had an excellent showing during the 2A State Tourney, good athlete with high motor. Now the summer circuit will showcase his true abilities. Sleeper!”

42. Maurice Commander 5-8 G ----- Chicago Curie         Young & Reckless
“Lefty performed well at the River-Side-Brookfield event, we’d still like to see him develop more play-making ability. He has created some buzz for himself.”

43. Terrence Shannon 6-6 WF LM+ Lincoln Pk Full Package
“This rugged south paw, has some game & scoring ability. Once he polishes-up a few things his future is bright.”

44. Javion May 6-1 G LM+         Chicago Hope Academy  Chgo Demons
“Has been lethal in transition or attacking the rim lately; a player to watch.”

45. David Forrest 6-3 G ----- North-Lawndale           Chgo Ice-Men
“He’s had a relatively quiet spring, we know he can play, we will see him soon.”

46. Tyree Martin 6-8 SF LM+-LM Chicago Curie D. Rose
“Still raw in fundamentals but compensates by playing hard. Promising prospect.”

47. Jake Wolfe 6-4 G/F LM+ Aurora Christian         Illinois Wolves
“Vesatile performer-very good motor & defender; funny look’n release.”

48. Javari McClendon 6-7 F LM+ Hope Academy Unknown
“Good athlete - un-known prospect, has really good length, has shown blemishes of what his future could look like.”

49. Justin Hardy 6-5 G/F LM+ St. Charles East           Illinois Wolves
“Swingman type had a subpar showing in April, we’ve seen him play much better.”

50. Jalen Chaver 6-2 PG LM+ Bishop Mac           Example Sports
“Very efficient player knows the game well, makes good decisions. Had a good spring.”

51. Dallas Bryson 6-6 WF LM+ Peoria Richwood      Example Sports
“Possesses offensive package, now in the process of polishing his game in other areas.”

52. R. J. McGee 6-3 WG LM+-LM Kenwood         Wis. Playground
“Slashing athlete-still learning how to play, we’d like to see him compete harder.”

53. Morgan Taylor 6-1 G LM+-LM Marist                     Fast Break Hoops
“Alone band member at school now; might average 25-30 markers an outing.”

54. Deonta Brown 6-3 F LM+LM Peoria Manual
“Quick first step can really get to the basket, motor; shot needs improving.”

55. Brandon Whiteside 6-2 G LM+-LM Glenbard West Chgo Demons
“A rising prospect, has been up & down this spring. Has potential to burst out in July.”

56. Jaden Gasby 6-4 F LM+-LM Chicago Curie D. Rose
“Plays with high motor-outside shooting continues to improve. Good defender.”

57. Kenny Pittman 6-3 WG LM+-LM Simeon         Young & Reckless
“Deft spot-up shooter, needs to take advantage of opportunities with school team.”

58. Armon Brummett 6-3 WG LM+-LM Decatur MacArthur   Team Manimal
“Smooth floor game-but emotional antics have hurt his club team.”

59. Amir Brummett 6-3 PG LM+-LM Decatur MacArthur   Team Manimal
“So much talent, but can’t get around other issues.”

60. Eddie Creal 6-3 G/F LM Joliet West unknown
“Physical athletic scorer-has hard nose approach to his play, he could blow-up in July.”

61. Jordan Holmes 5-9 PG LM Columbia (IL)         Gateway (MO)
“Shrewd general, very skilled knows & understands climate; capable shooter.”

62. Dontia Johnson 6-7 F LM Romeoville        Hoops for Health
“Enormous wing span, his length allows him to be a versatile threat. Still raw with his skill set, but when he puts it together, he can be a huge contributor one day for some program.”

63. Paul O’Leary 6-8 F/C LM Lemont Illinois Stars
“Gangly lad with some intriguing abilities. Skilled/lacks strength now.”

64. Ryan Kustsor 6-4 WG LM Lake Zurich Kessel Heat
“Dynamite student, has Ivy League & Patriot interest. Got some game too.”

65. Jalen Washington 6-4 G LM Al Raby Illinois YBU
“A wiry talent, still raw in areas of his game. His upside is enormous.”

66. J.J. Flores 6-2 G LM Harvest Christian unknown
“Jet quick athlete combo guard, he thrives in the open floor. Huntley (IL) native, is a high academic kid.”
67. Barlow Alleruzzo 6-8 F LM De La Salle         Wis. Playground
“Change scenery to the catholic league might inject some different vision on where his game could evolve to. He’s a one-time St. Rita and Carl Sandburg product who has some intriguing skills; now he needs to figure how to be an impactful in utilizing them.”

68. Daylen Williams 6-5 F LM Danville         Team Manimal
“Late season injury hampered his club team start, strong body plays with a high-motor & he is versatile. The “Brummett Twins” – could be ruing his club team experience.”

69. Ethan Schummer 6-7 F LM Willowbrook Illinois Stars
“Promising player, I’m sure he deserves a higher ranking; he’s skilled and knows how to operate in the paint. Very good student.”

70. A.J. Nixon 6-2 G LM Fenwick unknown
“Superb athlete, recognized as a defensive threat; played well in 3A State Finals.”

71. Zee Johnson 6-2 G LM Elverdo Illinois Bears
“Very good scorer-physically strong can get buckets in a hurry. We will see him in July.”

72. Tyrek Cooper 5-10 G LM North-Chicago unknown
“This kid can really stroke the ball, we need to see more of him.”

73. Dave Pinskus 6-6 SF LM De La Salle unknown
“This south paw is a strong post presence, who is versatile enough to be effective on the perimeter as well.”

74. Kyle King 6-5 F LM St. Charles North unknown
“When we saw him, I was intrigued by the things he did on the perimeter.”

75. Kenny Strawbridge 6-1 G LM Rockford Lutheran Ill. Wolves
“Sat on the bench a lot during the April period. We know he has some game. In July we will view him closer. Rumor has him looking for new club team.”







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