Bilal’s Elite Performers: 2030 Elite60 Showcase
The 2030 Elite60 Showcase brought together some of the best rising talent in the class, and the gym was loaded with hoopers who made their presence felt. Guards showed out with speed, shiftiness, and pure shooting ability, while wings and bigs displayed versatility, rim protection, and power inside. The event highlighted players who not only scored in bunches but also defended, led vocally, and played winning basketball. From crafty lead guards to aggressive forwards and rim-runners, the showcase proved this class is deep with talent and hungry to prove themselves on every possession.
Chance Foster | 6’0”
Foster defined lead guard at the 2030 Elite60 Showcase. He was always in complete control, with or without the ball. Foster made teammates better, whether he found him in the half court setting or in transition. The lefty can also light it up scoring the ball. He’s a top lead guard to track out of Louisiana.
Cannon Washington | 6’7”
The first look at Washington did not disappoint. Georgia is gearing up to have another top 5 prospect in the country. Washington backed up the hyped from game 1. He gave us dazzling dunks, smooth fade-aways, thunderous blocks and a powerful presence. The Most Outstanding Players for the wings and forwards was locked in throughout.
Alex Jr Mufu | 6’5”
Mufu’s power game stood out every time he touched the floor. A strong finisher at the rim, he attacked with aggression and didn’t shy away from contact. His jumper is coming along, which will only add to his versatility. Pure force with upside.
Zyon Howard | 5’4”
Howard is a blur in the open court. The lead guard stays under control, mixing pace with speed to get to his spots. He’s got a smooth jumper and a knack for slipping through defenders to finish at the rim. A tough little guard who can run a squad.
Isiah Robinson | 5’8″
Robinson was one of the best shooters in attendance, period. Whether it was catch-and-shoot or pulling up off the dribble, he let it fly with confidence. The deep three is already in his bag, and it kept defenses honest all showcase long.
Jahan Smith | 6’2”
Smith is a strong, hard-nosed hooper who did all the winning plays. He scored through contact around the rim and anchored himself as a defender who takes pride in stops. Glue guy that every coach wants.
Gabriel Gates | 6’7”
Gates was the Defensive Player of the Showcase. His athleticism showed with meeting players at the rim with game changing blocks, quick rotations, and high-energy effort. As a roller and lob threat, he was a problem offensively too. High-level upside as a rim protector and finisher.
Messiah Lancaster | 5’11”
Lancaster’s all-around game was on display. He’s got a smooth pull-up jumper, can create for others, and locks in defensively. A true two-way guard who impacts every possession.
Corey Wallace | 5’9”
Wallace is a combo guard who can fill it up quick. His scoring comes in bunches, especially when his jumper gets going. A tough shot-maker with the confidence to keep defenses guessing.
Adam Sulewski | 6’2”
Sulewski is a big guard who thrives in transition. He plays downhill, makes the right reads, and isn’t afraid of contact at the rim. He showed polish in finishing plays while staying unselfish.
Makadin Cole | 6’3”
Cole’s size and versatility make him a matchup problem. He’s comfortable handling the ball on the perimeter, but also strong enough to get buckets inside. Cole’s length and athleticism allow him to guard multiple positions.
Landon Snyder | 6’3”
Snyder is a finesse forward with a stretch-4 skill set. He can face up, knock down shots, and slide out to the wing. At the same time, he’s still a threat inside, making him tough to guard.
William Ononiwu | 6’4”
Ononiwu does all the dirty work. He sprinted from rim to rim, attacked the glass, and created second-chance opportunities. His motor and finishing ability made him stand out.
Kei-Sean Roberts | 5’6”
Roberts is super shifty with the rock. He thrives in pick-and-roll action, making defenders pay with an elite pull-up jumper. Quick, crafty, and dangerous when he gets downhill. He had some of the best moments at the Elite60 Showcase.
Elijah Ross | 5’8”
Ross has added size, and he used it well to finish over defenders. Already with a tight handle, he’s now more efficient, needing fewer dribbles to blow by guys. His growth and confidence were obvious at the showcase.
Deuce Grayson | 5’10”
Grayson showed why he’s ranked the best guard in 2030 according to Born 2 Ball Nation. He earned Most Outstanding Player honors for the guards and from his first game to the top 20 game he let it be known he was there to dominate. Grayson has one of the purest jumpers you’ll ever see from a guard. The lefty is also crafty at the rim, shifty with the ball and will not be sped up. The dual-sport athlete is incredibly tough to contain.
Miles Molten | 6’3”
Molten is a bucket getting wing. He’s not trying to be a guard. He’s a player that understands his strengths and executes them well. Molten is one of the best catch and shoot wings in 2030. From the midrange to the long ball, Molten is a sniper. With his size he can defend 2’s, 3’s and some 1’s. Plug-in play wing.
Josiah Dempsey | 5’10”
Dempsey’s game is opening up and expanding. From once being a shooter, to now being able to control the game with his dribble drive and ability to get to the foul line. He’s more of a vocal leader as well and he displayed that at the 2030 Elite60 Showcase. With his size, pace, ability to see the floor and shoot over defenders, he’s a player coaches desire in the backcourt.
Jax Teal | 5’9”
Teal is one of those players that shoots a shot and the coach goes, “no no no”, but the shot goes in and coach just says, “good shot, now get back on defense.” That’s Teal, he takes and makes tough shots on the perimeter or at the rim. His shooting ability will make an opposing coach face guard him. Teal is the real deal.
Tallen Pinson | 6’1”
Pinson always plays hard and gets to his spots. It was no different for him at the 2030 Elite60 Showcase. Another day at the office for the smooth lefty. Pinson is visibly bigger and stronger as he finished through contact better than he did during season. On the defensive end he’s a dog that defends with pride and for his team. By that I mean his reads are correct, he sends players to the correct help defenders and he helps at the right time. His overall gameplay stood out.
Eddie Rios III | 5’10”
Rios III pulled up to the 2030 Elite60 on his birthday weekend and showed out. What’s a better way to spend your birthday? His play earned him a top 20 selection, as he was good in all aspects of the game. What stood out most is Rios III’s decision making with the basketball. He knew when to make the pass or take the shot. That level of play will take him far.
Carlos Boyce | 6’0”
Boyce has a solid midrange jumper that is his go to. He limits his dribbles and picks his spots. Boyce plays at a fast pace and looks to make the defense react quick. He’s most effective when he has the ball, making quick decisions.
Emory McIntyre | 6’0”
McIntyre’s speed jumps off the floor right away. He’s a fast, crafty finisher who can get downhill and complete plays around the rim. With the ball in his hands, he stays composed, reading defenses and making the right decisions. On the other end, McIntyre showed he’s an aware defender, always in the right spot and ready to compete. A true lead guard presence.
Chase Davis | 5’8”
Slow start for Davis, but when he got it going, he got it going! Davis is a highly efficient lead guard on all three levels. He switches up where he does his damage throughout the game, great shooter, but can read and react that the midrange shot may be a better option on a particular play. Davis is a fierce competitor that had an amazing summer.
Josiah George | 5’9”
This was George’s best showing of his young career. Against the best of the best he let it be known that he was here and can compete with any of the 2030’s in Georgia. The work is speaking for itself when it comes to George’s development. The slashing is there, the reads are there, the shooting is there, the on ball defense is there; once he gets stronger, look out!
Dylan Tolson | 5’9”
Tolson stayed active all showcase long. As a 2 guard/wing, he showed he can score it on all three levels, with a smooth in-between game that kept defenders honest. His versatility as a scorer makes him a tough cover anywhere on the floor.
Christopher Gainer | 5’5”
Gainer is a shifty guard with a patient, composed style. He created his own looks with ease, showing off a crafty handle and a confident jumper. As a true floor general, Gainer controlled tempo and put teammates in the right spots to succeed.
Deshonvarius Lundy | 5’5”
Lundy is lightning quick with the ball in his hands. He loves to attack downhill and puts constant pressure on the defense. Once defenders collapse, he looks to dish and set up teammates for easy buckets. A playmaker who thrives at breaking defenses down.
Joshua McClure | 5’11”
McClure played winning basketball throughout the 2030 Elite60 Showcase. He was one of the best defenders on the perimeter that was in attendance. McClure possesses a high basketball IQ that instantly makes any team he’s on better. He made all the right plays and shot the ball in the flow of the game. He’s a player that doesn’t need to dominate the ball to make an impact.
Kamren Grisworld | 6’4”
Grisworld played with raw power and passion. He went to work in the paint, finishing strong and thriving off his aggression. He’s the type of player that sets a physical tone for his team.