NXTPRO Midwest Article Archives
Mid-Season Review: Top Overall Prospects
Take a look at the top prospects I scouted over the first eight sessions. Resse Alston | 6’2” 165 | PG | 2027 | Cooz Elite 17U | Second Baptist (TX) | Alston impressed with a dynamite performance on Saturday. He scored 27 points for the second straight game, including the game-winning shot on a […]
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Mid-Season Review: Top Wings and Bigs
Take a look at some of the best wings and big men I scouted over the first eight sessions. Theo Edema | 7’0” 260 | C | 2027 | Team New England 17U | Cushing Academy (MA) | Edema provides a massive interior presence for Team New England. At 7’0” with a very strong, athletic […]
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Mid-Season Review: Top Guards
Check out the scouting report on the top guards I scouted over the first eight sessions. Resse Alston | 6’2” 165 | PG | 2027 | Cooz Elite 17U | Second Baptist (TX) | Alston impressed with a dynamite performance on Saturday. He scored 27 points for the second straight game, including the game-winning shot […]
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Mid-Season Review: Top 15U Players
Take a look at the top 15U players I scouted over the first eight sessions. Turic Chol | 7’1” | C | 2029 | Tre Mann Elite 15U | Jordan Christian Prep (FL) | Chol possesses quality athleticism for 7’1”. He moves well for his size when protecting the rim. Chol runs the floor well […]
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Day 2 standouts
Daniel Harris | 2029 | 6’3 F | Team Griffin Academy 15UDaniel Harris has a big frame and a lot size, but he moves well and can attack with a quick first step. He can really overpower undersized defenders and take advantage of those matchups. He’s got an all-around game stretching the floor with his […]
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Session 7 Kansas City: Top Tier Programs Bringing the Heat
Some NXTPRO teams have been going crazy this season and they brought that same energy into Kansas City this past weekend. With multiple events under their belts, the talent is beginning to find its true form and execute at a high level. First from Omaha Sports Academy:#54 | PF | Nathan Stavneak | Omaha Sports […]
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Standout Players from Rockford
Take a look at the players that impressed from the games I scouted in Rockford. Marcus Marshall Jr. | 6’0” | PG | 2027 | Real Phenom Hoops 17U | Maranatha (MN) | Marshall Jr. has to be the unofficial MVP in Rockford this weekend. 42 points on Saturday plus multiple 20+ point games. High […]
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NXTPRO Memphis Session Part 2 VI: Live Evaluation Notebook (Weekend VI)
Brayden Madison | Mad Skillz 14U | 2030 | 6’1 Madison is a confident, skilled guard with good positional size and long arms that give him intriguing two-way upside. He is a capable three-level scorer with a smooth shooting stroke, advanced ball-handling ability, and strong pace control offensively. Defensively, he moves his feet well laterally […]
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NXTPRO Memphis Session Part 2 V: Live Evaluation Notebook (Weekend V)
Lois Fabunmi | AR Legacy (16U) | 2029 Fabunmi is a skilled guard with polished shooting mechanics and an above-average handle. She plays with pace and composure, thriving in transition and out of pick-and-roll situations where she can get downhill effectively. Offensively, she consistently puts pressure on defenses while remaining under control. Defensively, she brings […]
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NXTPRO Sunday 5/10 Standouts (Rockford, IL) Part II
Krishna Dacha | 2028 | PG | 5’9″ | Illinois Future (16U) Krishna Dacha for Illinois Future (16U) was impressive in his game against MAD Basketball Academy (16U) MI. The springy guard possesses a strong feel for the game and is an effective playmaker, especially in transition. Dacha brings the intensity on the defensive end […]
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NXTPRO Memphis Session Part 2 IV: Live Evaluation Notebook (Weekend IV)
Cade Carruthers | True Hoops (13U) | 2031 Carruthers is a high-energy guard who impacts the game with his motor and shooting ability. He is most effective in catch-and-shoot situations, consistently knocking down perimeter shots while also finishing effectively around the rim with touch and a reliable floater. Defensively, he stands out with strong full-court […]
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NXTPRO Sunday 5/10 Standouts (Rockford, IL)
Henry Wawszkowicz | 2026 | SF/PF | 6’6″ | Team Hali (17U) Henry Wawszkowicz is a an active rim runner who can lead the break in transition as a big man. The Australian prospect is in the class of 2026 and is a skilled and determined rebounder, who also has nice court vision. Wawszkowicz is […]
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NXTPRO Memphis Session Part 2 III: Live Evaluation Notebook (Weekend III)
Caleb Tinsley | Endure (16U) | 2028 | 5’8 Tinsley is a quick, aggressive guard who consistently pushes the pace and puts pressure on opposing defenses. He penetrates gaps effectively, creates his own shot, and shows strong court vision when reading help defenders. Despite his size, he attacks the paint fearlessly and embraces contact against […]
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NXTPRO Memphis Session Part 2 I: Live Evaluation Notebook (Weekend I)
Demar Hinton | SMBallers 16U | 2027| 6’3 Hinton is a strong, compact guard who consistently impacts the game with his toughness and defensive intensity. He plays with a relentless motor and shows the versatility to defend positions 1 through 3 effectively, using physicality and lateral quickness to stay attached to his assignment. Offensively, he […]
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Day 3 Standouts
Maurice Hall Jr | 2028 | 5’9 G | Cooz Elite NXT 16U Maurice was a big part of Cooz Elites offense in the first half and kept them in the game. He is quick and twitchy with his handle and looks to get downhill consistently. He was feeling it in the first half from […]
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Wk 7: Rockford Game Changing Guards
GAME CHANGING GUARDS [ALL GUARD TEAM] Kaan Caglar | 2027 | 6’5 | G | Team Hali 17U (2) Kaan was the most complete player I watched all weekend, doing whatever he wanted as it seemed; dunking, sniping threes,pickpocketing, pocket passes you name it. I’d like to see Kaan develop vocally and embrace a more […]
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Wk 7: 15U Standouts
15U STANDOUTS Nikko Barczak | 2029 | 6’0 | G | Illinois Express 15U Nikkos has a very strong lower body and sturdy overall frame making his balance elite off of one and two leg drives attacking the rim. He had multiple finishes at point blank, refusing to settle. I’d like to see Nikko develop […]
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Wk 7: 17U Standouts
17U STANDOUTS Rashad Lyons | 2027 | 6’3 | G | CBG Elite 17U Rashad is a bouncy, agile guard who excels at creative gathers and lane penetration. Paired with his ability to get by defenders is an explosive vertical allowing him to follow his own misses. Would like to see Rashad develop a jumper […]
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NXTPRO Saturday 5/9 Standouts (Rockford, IL) Part II
Angelo Brossoit | 2029 | SG/PG | 5’10” | MAD Basketball Academy (15U) Angelo Brossoit put on a clinic from the outside for MAD Basketball Academy (15U) MI. Brossoit connected on six 3-pointers and showed that he can catch fire at any minute. Brossoit has a nice high arc on his jump shot and sets […]
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NXTPRO Saturday 5/9 Standouts (Rockford, IL) Part I
Marcus Marshall Jr. | 2027 | PG | 6’0″ | Real Phenom (17U) MN Marcus Marshall Jr. is an explosive two-way point guard who excels in the open floor, displaying an impressive vertical leap. Marshall uses his elite athleticism in transition and is a knock down shooter from the outside. The 2027 prospect can shoot […]
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Day 2 standouts OFF2U 15U, PAC PRO16 15U & BYC Elite 15U
Taylor Brewer | 2029 | 5’10 PG | OFF2U 15U Zhion was getting his teammates involved throughout the course of the game. He is a great playmaker and has good tendencies with the ball in his hands. He is the primary ball handler and brings it up comfortably against pressure and has speed to get […]
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Session 7 Kansas City: Building Cases for Ranking Updates
Keeping the trend of highlighting the best hoopers I covered this past weekend in Kansas City. Hope to continue to find the diamonds in the rough all over the country. #44 | PF/C | Brenner Boren | AAO Flight 17U Brenner made for a dynamic duo with his teammate Kade Boen. This point forward made […]
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Session 7 Kansas City: Good Weekend for 17U Squads
A productive weekend for some 17U teams and the stars that lead them into the win column. Talent across the board in Kansas City showed up and showed out. Highlighting some of those talented individuals with detailed coverages on their play over the weekend. #22 | PF | Kade Boen | AAO Flight 17U Kade […]
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Wk 7: Rockford Second Slate Standouts
SECOND SLATE STANDOUTS Mykendrick Brazil | 2027 | 6’8 | C | Team Hali NXT 17U Mykendrick was absolutely dominant with 22 points and 3 alley oop finishes when I watched him. The most fluid big I watched all weekend, keeping boards high and finishing through contact not fading away. I’d like to see him […]
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Day 1 standouts
Malachi Ross | 2027 | 5’9 G | Movement 17UMalchi plays with full effort the entirety of the game on both ends of the floor. He is quick with and without the ball. He consistently crashes the offensive glass earning easy buckets and extra possessions. He can blow by his defender and get to the […]
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