The Elite60 Class of 2031 showcase featured some of the best rising stars.
Here are a few notable players to add to your watchlist.
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Taylor Rickets-Knowles, Jaylen Beaubrun, Hayes Wood, Jude Edwards, Cam Charleswell, Trey Howard, Eden Joyner, Declan Williams, Ziyon Simmons, Daniel Trudo, Eli Wiggs, J.P Shepherd, Carter Gaines, Jahod Lovett
Charlie Payne, Corey Wallace, Cooper Head, Paul Smith, Elijah Kelley, Syrus Stapleton
Taylor displayed great combo guard skills was able to facilitate and create his own shot and showed great range as a spot up shooter.
Edwards is a elite defender with the range to stretch the floor as a big. He shows great double- double potential anytime he is on the floor
Charleswell has great patience with the ball in his hands. He has traits as a true lead guard that doesn’t force anything, he lets the game come to him
Hayes displayed size does not matter as he was to get to the basket on bigger players and has an elite range of knocking down 3’s at a high rate.
Beaubrun showed elite speed with the ball in his hands. He gets to the basket in a hurry and was equally aggressive on defense
Jahod Lovett is a 6’5″ big prospect with significant upside. He is polished around the basket, showed a promising mid-range game, and displayed elite shot-blocking traits.
Corey Wallace showed the ability to develop into a point-forward prospect who can fill up the stat sheet through scoring, rebounding, and facilitating.
Syrus Stapleton is a quick guard who consistently makes the right plays and plays the game the right way.
Charlie Payne has an impressive frame for his age and uses his body well to shield smaller defenders. He also showed that he is one of the best shooters in his class.
Shepherd showed the ability to contribute in many different ways, whether facilitating or sacrificing his body on defense. He proved to be one of those glue guys every team needs.
Eli Wiggs is a physical guard who uses his strength to get to the paint at will. He also know how to get everyone around him involved.
Ziyon Simmons is a highly athletic wing who does a great job creating his own shot. He excels in the pick-and-roll as both a defender and facilitator.
Kelley showed the ability to create his own shot, but most impressive was his willingness to guard bigger players and match their energy and effort.
Eden has a well-rounded game and plays with great instincts. It is clear that he has experience in many high-level games, as he remains calm and composed with the ball in his hands.
Trey Howard is a true lead-guard prospect with excellent handles and a high basketball IQ. He makes great decisions and has a reliable mid-range shot.
Carter showed an elite scoring ability and plays with tremendous confidence, backed by impressive athleticism. His overall game gives him a very high ceiling.
Paul Smith
Paul Smith showed the ability to knock down open threes and space the floor. He is also a more than willing defender.
Daniel Trudo
Daniel Trudo is a terrific ball handler and one of the best pass-first guards at camp. He can also score from all three levels.
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