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THE RIVALS150: 2016 | 2017
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LAS VEGAS -- The Tarkanian Classic continued through day two on the campus of Bishop Gorman High School with several players stepping up. From the class of 2017, four-star combo forward Tyler Polley presented a compelling case for a move up the board.
I was impressed by ...
I have always liked Tyler Polley because the smooth shooting 6-foot-7 combo forward is an ideal fit for what many programs want out of a four man in a an era where teams want floor spacers and to play with four perimeter players around a big man.
However, based on the way he has played in Las Vegas, he might be a bit undervalued at No. 99 nationally. Yes, he is quite skinny and has to get stronger, but his skill set and feel for things on the offensive end is built to travel to a pretty high level. Also, while his shooting from between 12 and 21 feet stand out, Polley is willing and able to go in and rebound, score around the rim and he's a pretty slick passer.
Polley said he has offers from Tennessee, Texas A&M, UAB, USC and LSU. Keeping close tabs are Florida State, Indiana, Georgia, Xavier and Wake Forest. Of that group, Polley said that the Seminoles, Bulldogs, Blazers and Demon Decons have been standing out lately with their level of effort to recruit him.
2017 Tyler Polley has the face up combo forward shooting/skill that so many colleges crave in the day of four out, one in ball.— Eric Bossi (@ebosshoops) December 18, 2015
I was surprised by ...
I touched on him in Wednesday's coverage, but I'd like to spend a little more time on the overall development of 2017 combo forward P.J. Washington of Henderson (Nev.) Findlay Prep. Though his 6-foot-9 height listing on the roster seems a bit on the generous side, there isn't any disputing his productivity.
No stranger to the national scene since breaking out as a freshman at this same event, Washington is a volume rebounder who plays with a physical edge. But, he is also a pretty high IQ player who has greatly expanded his perimeter game. Like almost any kid who is a bit of a 'tweener, he wants to prove that he can play on the perimeter and there is little doubt that his jumper has improved and that he's become much more dangerous off the dribble. But, what is important is that he's not lost sight of the motor, rebounding and defense that made him so effective to begin with. In many ways, he reminds me of current Toronto Raptor DeMarre Carroll.
Washington's No. 27 overall national ranking in the junior class is both earned and deserved and he may be earning a bit of a bump. California and Texas look to be taking extra interest in him while others like Kentucky, Michigan State, Duke, Kansas and Florida are among others with interest at one level or another.
Thought PJ Washington looked outstanding tonight. He's really expanded all-around game. When he gets grown man strength gonna be a problem— Eric Bossi (@ebosshoops) December 18, 2015
Mississippi StateClick After a tough opening round Platinum division loss on Wednesday, Arlington (Va.) Bishop O'Connell bounced back with a scrappy win over Long Beach (Calif.) Poly in a hotly contest contest. Ticketed for RiceClick Another player who deserves a second day of mention is UCLAClick Standing 6-foot-6 or maybe 6-foot-7, BYU-bound Yoeli ChildsClick Ranked No. 65 in the class of 2016, Gavin BaxterClick Other thoughtsHere to view this Link. of Provo (Utah) Timpview is one of the most difficult evaluations in the class. Ticketed for BYUClick Other thoughtsHere to view this Link., he's a fluid 6-foot-8 small forward who can put the ball on the floor and hit deep shots. He'll make a couple of drives, catch a lob and then hit a step back three and have you thinking he could develop into a Chandler Parsons-type wing at the highest level. Then, he'll go completely radio silent on you. For now, we're focusing on the good and thinking about where he could be after a few more years of physical maturity because he clearly has talent.Here to view this Link. is a stocky, long armed and tough interior competitor who doesn't back down from a challenge. The South Jordan (Utah) Bingham big man rebounds at a high rate, likes to trade blows in the paint and showed some poise hitting jumpers. Based on his two days of play in Las Vegas, he needs serious consideration for the next edition of the 2016 Rivals150. He was the catalyst in Bingham's quarterfinal romp over a good Corona (Calif.) Centennial squad in the platinum division.Here to view this Link.-bound big man Ike AnigboguClick Standing 6-foot-6 or maybe 6-foot-7, BYU-bound Yoeli ChildsClick Ranked No. 65 in the class of 2016, Gavin BaxterClick Other thoughtsHere to view this Link. of Provo (Utah) Timpview is one of the most difficult evaluations in the class. Ticketed for BYUClick Other thoughtsHere to view this Link., he's a fluid 6-foot-8 small forward who can put the ball on the floor and hit deep shots. He'll make a couple of drives, catch a lob and then hit a step back three and have you thinking he could develop into a Chandler Parsons-type wing at the highest level. Then, he'll go completely radio silent on you. For now, we're focusing on the good and thinking about where he could be after a few more years of physical maturity because he clearly has talent.Here to view this Link. is a stocky, long armed and tough interior competitor who doesn't back down from a challenge. The South Jordan (Utah) Bingham big man rebounds at a high rate, likes to trade blows in the paint and showed some poise hitting jumpers. Based on his two days of play in Las Vegas, he needs serious consideration for the next edition of the 2016 Rivals150. He was the catalyst in Bingham's quarterfinal romp over a good Corona (Calif.) Centennial squad in the platinum division.Here to view this Link. of Corona Centennial. Though Childs and early foul trouble frustrated him some early, he was downright dominant late as Centennial tried to come back. There may not be a better pure rim protector in the class and he's gotten quite aggressive offensively and embraces playing like the strong, 6-foot-9 240-pounder that he is. He's already ranked No. 37 nationally, which puts him into the conversation as a potential McDonald's All-American, but he's moving from guy you need to think about as a voter to serious contender for the game. At least in the eyes of this voter. Here to view this Link., three-star senior Ako AdamsClick Another player who deserves a second day of mention is UCLAClick Standing 6-foot-6 or maybe 6-foot-7, BYU-bound Yoeli ChildsClick Ranked No. 65 in the class of 2016, Gavin BaxterClick Other thoughtsHere to view this Link. of Provo (Utah) Timpview is one of the most difficult evaluations in the class. Ticketed for BYUClick Other thoughtsHere to view this Link., he's a fluid 6-foot-8 small forward who can put the ball on the floor and hit deep shots. He'll make a couple of drives, catch a lob and then hit a step back three and have you thinking he could develop into a Chandler Parsons-type wing at the highest level. Then, he'll go completely radio silent on you. For now, we're focusing on the good and thinking about where he could be after a few more years of physical maturity because he clearly has talent.Here to view this Link. is a stocky, long armed and tough interior competitor who doesn't back down from a challenge. The South Jordan (Utah) Bingham big man rebounds at a high rate, likes to trade blows in the paint and showed some poise hitting jumpers. Based on his two days of play in Las Vegas, he needs serious consideration for the next edition of the 2016 Rivals150. He was the catalyst in Bingham's quarterfinal romp over a good Corona (Calif.) Centennial squad in the platinum division.Here to view this Link.-bound big man Ike AnigboguClick Standing 6-foot-6 or maybe 6-foot-7, BYU-bound Yoeli ChildsClick Ranked No. 65 in the class of 2016, Gavin BaxterClick Other thoughtsHere to view this Link. of Provo (Utah) Timpview is one of the most difficult evaluations in the class. Ticketed for BYUClick Other thoughtsHere to view this Link., he's a fluid 6-foot-8 small forward who can put the ball on the floor and hit deep shots. He'll make a couple of drives, catch a lob and then hit a step back three and have you thinking he could develop into a Chandler Parsons-type wing at the highest level. Then, he'll go completely radio silent on you. For now, we're focusing on the good and thinking about where he could be after a few more years of physical maturity because he clearly has talent.Here to view this Link. is a stocky, long armed and tough interior competitor who doesn't back down from a challenge. The South Jordan (Utah) Bingham big man rebounds at a high rate, likes to trade blows in the paint and showed some poise hitting jumpers. Based on his two days of play in Las Vegas, he needs serious consideration for the next edition of the 2016 Rivals150. He was the catalyst in Bingham's quarterfinal romp over a good Corona (Calif.) Centennial squad in the platinum division.Here to view this Link. of Corona Centennial. Though Childs and early foul trouble frustrated him some early, he was downright dominant late as Centennial tried to come back. There may not be a better pure rim protector in the class and he's gotten quite aggressive offensively and embraces playing like the strong, 6-foot-9 240-pounder that he is. He's already ranked No. 37 nationally, which puts him into the conversation as a potential McDonald's All-American, but he's moving from guy you need to think about as a voter to serious contender for the game. At least in the eyes of this voter. Here to view this Link. has always appeared to be more of a shooting or combo guard, but he looked good running the show. He's physically tough, hit timely shots and did a great job of leading what is a pretty young team. Speaking of O'Connell's youth, their 2019 duo of Jay HeathClick Another player who deserves a second day of mention is UCLAClick Standing 6-foot-6 or maybe 6-foot-7, BYU-bound Yoeli ChildsClick Ranked No. 65 in the class of 2016, Gavin BaxterClick Other thoughtsHere to view this Link. of Provo (Utah) Timpview is one of the most difficult evaluations in the class. Ticketed for BYUClick Other thoughtsHere to view this Link., he's a fluid 6-foot-8 small forward who can put the ball on the floor and hit deep shots. He'll make a couple of drives, catch a lob and then hit a step back three and have you thinking he could develop into a Chandler Parsons-type wing at the highest level. Then, he'll go completely radio silent on you. For now, we're focusing on the good and thinking about where he could be after a few more years of physical maturity because he clearly has talent.Here to view this Link. is a stocky, long armed and tough interior competitor who doesn't back down from a challenge. The South Jordan (Utah) Bingham big man rebounds at a high rate, likes to trade blows in the paint and showed some poise hitting jumpers. Based on his two days of play in Las Vegas, he needs serious consideration for the next edition of the 2016 Rivals150. He was the catalyst in Bingham's quarterfinal romp over a good Corona (Calif.) Centennial squad in the platinum division.Here to view this Link.-bound big man Ike AnigboguClick Standing 6-foot-6 or maybe 6-foot-7, BYU-bound Yoeli ChildsClick Ranked No. 65 in the class of 2016, Gavin BaxterClick Other thoughtsHere to view this Link. of Provo (Utah) Timpview is one of the most difficult evaluations in the class. Ticketed for BYUClick Other thoughtsHere to view this Link., he's a fluid 6-foot-8 small forward who can put the ball on the floor and hit deep shots. He'll make a couple of drives, catch a lob and then hit a step back three and have you thinking he could develop into a Chandler Parsons-type wing at the highest level. Then, he'll go completely radio silent on you. For now, we're focusing on the good and thinking about where he could be after a few more years of physical maturity because he clearly has talent.Here to view this Link. is a stocky, long armed and tough interior competitor who doesn't back down from a challenge. The South Jordan (Utah) Bingham big man rebounds at a high rate, likes to trade blows in the paint and showed some poise hitting jumpers. Based on his two days of play in Las Vegas, he needs serious consideration for the next edition of the 2016 Rivals150. He was the catalyst in Bingham's quarterfinal romp over a good Corona (Calif.) Centennial squad in the platinum division.Here to view this Link. of Corona Centennial. Though Childs and early foul trouble frustrated him some early, he was downright dominant late as Centennial tried to come back. There may not be a better pure rim protector in the class and he's gotten quite aggressive offensively and embraces playing like the strong, 6-foot-9 240-pounder that he is. He's already ranked No. 37 nationally, which puts him into the conversation as a potential McDonald's All-American, but he's moving from guy you need to think about as a voter to serious contender for the game. At least in the eyes of this voter. Here to view this Link. and Sherif KenneyClick Another player who deserves a second day of mention is UCLAClick Standing 6-foot-6 or maybe 6-foot-7, BYU-bound Yoeli ChildsClick Ranked No. 65 in the class of 2016, Gavin BaxterClick Other thoughtsHere to view this Link. of Provo (Utah) Timpview is one of the most difficult evaluations in the class. Ticketed for BYUClick Other thoughtsHere to view this Link., he's a fluid 6-foot-8 small forward who can put the ball on the floor and hit deep shots. He'll make a couple of drives, catch a lob and then hit a step back three and have you thinking he could develop into a Chandler Parsons-type wing at the highest level. Then, he'll go completely radio silent on you. For now, we're focusing on the good and thinking about where he could be after a few more years of physical maturity because he clearly has talent.Here to view this Link. is a stocky, long armed and tough interior competitor who doesn't back down from a challenge. The South Jordan (Utah) Bingham big man rebounds at a high rate, likes to trade blows in the paint and showed some poise hitting jumpers. Based on his two days of play in Las Vegas, he needs serious consideration for the next edition of the 2016 Rivals150. He was the catalyst in Bingham's quarterfinal romp over a good Corona (Calif.) Centennial squad in the platinum division.Here to view this Link.-bound big man Ike AnigboguClick Standing 6-foot-6 or maybe 6-foot-7, BYU-bound Yoeli ChildsClick Ranked No. 65 in the class of 2016, Gavin BaxterClick Other thoughtsHere to view this Link. of Provo (Utah) Timpview is one of the most difficult evaluations in the class. Ticketed for BYUClick Other thoughtsHere to view this Link., he's a fluid 6-foot-8 small forward who can put the ball on the floor and hit deep shots. He'll make a couple of drives, catch a lob and then hit a step back three and have you thinking he could develop into a Chandler Parsons-type wing at the highest level. Then, he'll go completely radio silent on you. For now, we're focusing on the good and thinking about where he could be after a few more years of physical maturity because he clearly has talent.Here to view this Link. is a stocky, long armed and tough interior competitor who doesn't back down from a challenge. The South Jordan (Utah) Bingham big man rebounds at a high rate, likes to trade blows in the paint and showed some poise hitting jumpers. Based on his two days of play in Las Vegas, he needs serious consideration for the next edition of the 2016 Rivals150. He was the catalyst in Bingham's quarterfinal romp over a good Corona (Calif.) Centennial squad in the platinum division.Here to view this Link. of Corona Centennial. Though Childs and early foul trouble frustrated him some early, he was downright dominant late as Centennial tried to come back. There may not be a better pure rim protector in the class and he's gotten quite aggressive offensively and embraces playing like the strong, 6-foot-9 240-pounder that he is. He's already ranked No. 37 nationally, which puts him into the conversation as a potential McDonald's All-American, but he's moving from guy you need to think about as a voter to serious contender for the game. At least in the eyes of this voter. Here to view this Link. is definitely going to be one to watch. At 6-foot-1, Heath is a long and quick two guard who looks like he's going to have scoring pop. Pushing 6-foot-4 with a build beyond his freshman in high school status, Kenney is a tough guard who can play all over the backcourt and get to the rim.Here to view this Link. signee Schnider HerardClick After a tough opening round Platinum division loss on Wednesday, Arlington (Va.) Bishop O'Connell bounced back with a scrappy win over Long Beach (Calif.) Poly in a hotly contest contest. Ticketed for RiceClick Another player who deserves a second day of mention is UCLAClick Standing 6-foot-6 or maybe 6-foot-7, BYU-bound Yoeli ChildsClick Ranked No. 65 in the class of 2016, Gavin BaxterClick Other thoughtsHere to view this Link. of Provo (Utah) Timpview is one of the most difficult evaluations in the class. Ticketed for BYUClick Other thoughtsHere to view this Link., he's a fluid 6-foot-8 small forward who can put the ball on the floor and hit deep shots. He'll make a couple of drives, catch a lob and then hit a step back three and have you thinking he could develop into a Chandler Parsons-type wing at the highest level. Then, he'll go completely radio silent on you. For now, we're focusing on the good and thinking about where he could be after a few more years of physical maturity because he clearly has talent.Here to view this Link. is a stocky, long armed and tough interior competitor who doesn't back down from a challenge. The South Jordan (Utah) Bingham big man rebounds at a high rate, likes to trade blows in the paint and showed some poise hitting jumpers. Based on his two days of play in Las Vegas, he needs serious consideration for the next edition of the 2016 Rivals150. He was the catalyst in Bingham's quarterfinal romp over a good Corona (Calif.) Centennial squad in the platinum division.Here to view this Link.-bound big man Ike AnigboguClick Standing 6-foot-6 or maybe 6-foot-7, BYU-bound Yoeli ChildsClick Ranked No. 65 in the class of 2016, Gavin BaxterClick Other thoughtsHere to view this Link. of Provo (Utah) Timpview is one of the most difficult evaluations in the class. Ticketed for BYUClick Other thoughtsHere to view this Link., he's a fluid 6-foot-8 small forward who can put the ball on the floor and hit deep shots. He'll make a couple of drives, catch a lob and then hit a step back three and have you thinking he could develop into a Chandler Parsons-type wing at the highest level. Then, he'll go completely radio silent on you. For now, we're focusing on the good and thinking about where he could be after a few more years of physical maturity because he clearly has talent.Here to view this Link. is a stocky, long armed and tough interior competitor who doesn't back down from a challenge. The South Jordan (Utah) Bingham big man rebounds at a high rate, likes to trade blows in the paint and showed some poise hitting jumpers. Based on his two days of play in Las Vegas, he needs serious consideration for the next edition of the 2016 Rivals150. He was the catalyst in Bingham's quarterfinal romp over a good Corona (Calif.) Centennial squad in the platinum division.Here to view this Link. of Corona Centennial. Though Childs and early foul trouble frustrated him some early, he was downright dominant late as Centennial tried to come back. There may not be a better pure rim protector in the class and he's gotten quite aggressive offensively and embraces playing like the strong, 6-foot-9 240-pounder that he is. He's already ranked No. 37 nationally, which puts him into the conversation as a potential McDonald's All-American, but he's moving from guy you need to think about as a voter to serious contender for the game. At least in the eyes of this voter. Here to view this Link., three-star senior Ako AdamsClick Another player who deserves a second day of mention is UCLAClick Standing 6-foot-6 or maybe 6-foot-7, BYU-bound Yoeli ChildsClick Ranked No. 65 in the class of 2016, Gavin BaxterClick Other thoughtsHere to view this Link. of Provo (Utah) Timpview is one of the most difficult evaluations in the class. Ticketed for BYUClick Other thoughtsHere to view this Link., he's a fluid 6-foot-8 small forward who can put the ball on the floor and hit deep shots. He'll make a couple of drives, catch a lob and then hit a step back three and have you thinking he could develop into a Chandler Parsons-type wing at the highest level. Then, he'll go completely radio silent on you. For now, we're focusing on the good and thinking about where he could be after a few more years of physical maturity because he clearly has talent.Here to view this Link. is a stocky, long armed and tough interior competitor who doesn't back down from a challenge. The South Jordan (Utah) Bingham big man rebounds at a high rate, likes to trade blows in the paint and showed some poise hitting jumpers. Based on his two days of play in Las Vegas, he needs serious consideration for the next edition of the 2016 Rivals150. He was the catalyst in Bingham's quarterfinal romp over a good Corona (Calif.) Centennial squad in the platinum division.Here to view this Link.-bound big man Ike AnigboguClick Standing 6-foot-6 or maybe 6-foot-7, BYU-bound Yoeli ChildsClick Ranked No. 65 in the class of 2016, Gavin BaxterClick Other thoughtsHere to view this Link. of Provo (Utah) Timpview is one of the most difficult evaluations in the class. Ticketed for BYUClick Other thoughtsHere to view this Link., he's a fluid 6-foot-8 small forward who can put the ball on the floor and hit deep shots. He'll make a couple of drives, catch a lob and then hit a step back three and have you thinking he could develop into a Chandler Parsons-type wing at the highest level. Then, he'll go completely radio silent on you. For now, we're focusing on the good and thinking about where he could be after a few more years of physical maturity because he clearly has talent.Here to view this Link. is a stocky, long armed and tough interior competitor who doesn't back down from a challenge. The South Jordan (Utah) Bingham big man rebounds at a high rate, likes to trade blows in the paint and showed some poise hitting jumpers. Based on his two days of play in Las Vegas, he needs serious consideration for the next edition of the 2016 Rivals150. He was the catalyst in Bingham's quarterfinal romp over a good Corona (Calif.) Centennial squad in the platinum division.Here to view this Link. of Corona Centennial. Though Childs and early foul trouble frustrated him some early, he was downright dominant late as Centennial tried to come back. There may not be a better pure rim protector in the class and he's gotten quite aggressive offensively and embraces playing like the strong, 6-foot-9 240-pounder that he is. He's already ranked No. 37 nationally, which puts him into the conversation as a potential McDonald's All-American, but he's moving from guy you need to think about as a voter to serious contender for the game. At least in the eyes of this voter. Here to view this Link. has always appeared to be more of a shooting or combo guard, but he looked good running the show. He's physically tough, hit timely shots and did a great job of leading what is a pretty young team. Speaking of O'Connell's youth, their 2019 duo of Jay HeathClick Another player who deserves a second day of mention is UCLAClick Standing 6-foot-6 or maybe 6-foot-7, BYU-bound Yoeli ChildsClick Ranked No. 65 in the class of 2016, Gavin BaxterClick Other thoughtsHere to view this Link. of Provo (Utah) Timpview is one of the most difficult evaluations in the class. Ticketed for BYUClick Other thoughtsHere to view this Link., he's a fluid 6-foot-8 small forward who can put the ball on the floor and hit deep shots. He'll make a couple of drives, catch a lob and then hit a step back three and have you thinking he could develop into a Chandler Parsons-type wing at the highest level. Then, he'll go completely radio silent on you. For now, we're focusing on the good and thinking about where he could be after a few more years of physical maturity because he clearly has talent.Here to view this Link. is a stocky, long armed and tough interior competitor who doesn't back down from a challenge. The South Jordan (Utah) Bingham big man rebounds at a high rate, likes to trade blows in the paint and showed some poise hitting jumpers. Based on his two days of play in Las Vegas, he needs serious consideration for the next edition of the 2016 Rivals150. He was the catalyst in Bingham's quarterfinal romp over a good Corona (Calif.) Centennial squad in the platinum division.Here to view this Link.-bound big man Ike AnigboguClick Standing 6-foot-6 or maybe 6-foot-7, BYU-bound Yoeli ChildsClick Ranked No. 65 in the class of 2016, Gavin BaxterClick Other thoughtsHere to view this Link. of Provo (Utah) Timpview is one of the most difficult evaluations in the class. Ticketed for BYUClick Other thoughtsHere to view this Link., he's a fluid 6-foot-8 small forward who can put the ball on the floor and hit deep shots. He'll make a couple of drives, catch a lob and then hit a step back three and have you thinking he could develop into a Chandler Parsons-type wing at the highest level. Then, he'll go completely radio silent on you. For now, we're focusing on the good and thinking about where he could be after a few more years of physical maturity because he clearly has talent.Here to view this Link. is a stocky, long armed and tough interior competitor who doesn't back down from a challenge. The South Jordan (Utah) Bingham big man rebounds at a high rate, likes to trade blows in the paint and showed some poise hitting jumpers. Based on his two days of play in Las Vegas, he needs serious consideration for the next edition of the 2016 Rivals150. He was the catalyst in Bingham's quarterfinal romp over a good Corona (Calif.) Centennial squad in the platinum division.Here to view this Link. of Corona Centennial. Though Childs and early foul trouble frustrated him some early, he was downright dominant late as Centennial tried to come back. There may not be a better pure rim protector in the class and he's gotten quite aggressive offensively and embraces playing like the strong, 6-foot-9 240-pounder that he is. He's already ranked No. 37 nationally, which puts him into the conversation as a potential McDonald's All-American, but he's moving from guy you need to think about as a voter to serious contender for the game. At least in the eyes of this voter. Here to view this Link. and Sherif KenneyClick Another player who deserves a second day of mention is UCLAClick Standing 6-foot-6 or maybe 6-foot-7, BYU-bound Yoeli ChildsClick Ranked No. 65 in the class of 2016, Gavin BaxterClick Other thoughtsHere to view this Link. of Provo (Utah) Timpview is one of the most difficult evaluations in the class. Ticketed for BYUClick Other thoughtsHere to view this Link., he's a fluid 6-foot-8 small forward who can put the ball on the floor and hit deep shots. He'll make a couple of drives, catch a lob and then hit a step back three and have you thinking he could develop into a Chandler Parsons-type wing at the highest level. Then, he'll go completely radio silent on you. For now, we're focusing on the good and thinking about where he could be after a few more years of physical maturity because he clearly has talent.Here to view this Link. is a stocky, long armed and tough interior competitor who doesn't back down from a challenge. The South Jordan (Utah) Bingham big man rebounds at a high rate, likes to trade blows in the paint and showed some poise hitting jumpers. Based on his two days of play in Las Vegas, he needs serious consideration for the next edition of the 2016 Rivals150. He was the catalyst in Bingham's quarterfinal romp over a good Corona (Calif.) Centennial squad in the platinum division.Here to view this Link.-bound big man Ike AnigboguClick Standing 6-foot-6 or maybe 6-foot-7, BYU-bound Yoeli ChildsClick Ranked No. 65 in the class of 2016, Gavin BaxterClick Other thoughtsHere to view this Link. of Provo (Utah) Timpview is one of the most difficult evaluations in the class. Ticketed for BYUClick Other thoughtsHere to view this Link., he's a fluid 6-foot-8 small forward who can put the ball on the floor and hit deep shots. He'll make a couple of drives, catch a lob and then hit a step back three and have you thinking he could develop into a Chandler Parsons-type wing at the highest level. Then, he'll go completely radio silent on you. For now, we're focusing on the good and thinking about where he could be after a few more years of physical maturity because he clearly has talent.Here to view this Link. is a stocky, long armed and tough interior competitor who doesn't back down from a challenge. The South Jordan (Utah) Bingham big man rebounds at a high rate, likes to trade blows in the paint and showed some poise hitting jumpers. Based on his two days of play in Las Vegas, he needs serious consideration for the next edition of the 2016 Rivals150. He was the catalyst in Bingham's quarterfinal romp over a good Corona (Calif.) Centennial squad in the platinum division.Here to view this Link. of Corona Centennial. Though Childs and early foul trouble frustrated him some early, he was downright dominant late as Centennial tried to come back. There may not be a better pure rim protector in the class and he's gotten quite aggressive offensively and embraces playing like the strong, 6-foot-9 240-pounder that he is. He's already ranked No. 37 nationally, which puts him into the conversation as a potential McDonald's All-American, but he's moving from guy you need to think about as a voter to serious contender for the game. At least in the eyes of this voter. Here to view this Link. is definitely going to be one to watch. At 6-foot-1, Heath is a long and quick two guard who looks like he's going to have scoring pop. Pushing 6-foot-4 with a build beyond his freshman in high school status, Kenney is a tough guard who can play all over the backcourt and get to the rim.Here to view this Link. continued his strong senior season on Thursday. He wasn't able to engineer a win for his Plano (Texas) Prestonwood team, but he sure was a load in the paint that Weston (Fla.) Sagemont had troubles covering. His game is about power and he mowed through defenders like they weren't there, but he made some great catches and a few alert passes out of double- and triple-teams that provided some a-ha moments as a scout.
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