The annual On The Radar Tip-Off Classic is just around the corner. On Saturday, Norcross high school will host several of the state’s best teams and prospects for a full day of action. 

This is what to look for throughout the day: 

Archer vs St. Francis

2027 wing Jahari Hatter is one of the most underrated swiss-army-knife players in Georgia. He can do a little bit of everything and always gives great effort on both ends of the floor. Along with him, 2028 forward Elijah Batubenge provides additional versatility. 2027 point guard Michael Riley provides great ball pressure and playmaking.

For Saint Francis, 2028 forward Landon Evans  is coming off of an impressive season opener. He is one of the leaders on this team and a mismatch problem on both ends. It’s his activity and expanded offensive game that have earned him a spotlight already this season. 2027 wing Jaylen Samuel is a sniper who can get scorching hot from three as well as make above-the-rim plays. 

Central Gwinnett vs Walker

On the OTR Circuit, 2027 guard Qua Watson excelled as a bucket-getting guard. Already with a 22-point game under his belt this high school season, it looks like that’ll be the case this winter too. He’s a three-level guy with good size and length. Mark Nomel and Jaryn Williams are two more Black Knights to keep an eye on in this game. 

Walker is led by 2028 guard KD Hernandez. He’s a shifty problem with the ball. Hernandez can get to his spots to score or distribute and has a knack for converting tough layups. As the main option for Walker this season, Hernandez has a chance to flirt with 20-plus points every night out. 

Dacula vs Gainesville

2028 guard Case Presley finds ways to leave his mark on games whether it’s via scoring, passing, etc. So far this season, he’s averaging 11.5 points, 8 assists and 5 rebounds per game. Joshua Brown can pack a scoring punch too while Omari Alleyne is a freshman to keep tabs on long term. 

Gainesville has already gotten breakout performances from 2027 forward Ash Vollrath and 2027 guard Masai Knight. Both of those guys will be the leaders on a younger, but talented, Red Elephants squad. Sophomore Makari Townsend is a high-upside guy to monitor. 

Parkview vs Mt. Vernon 

Two local DI commits go head to head in this one. 

Parkview’s Brandon Pemberton is committed to Kennesaw State. He provides a 6’5 playmaker on the perimeter for the Panthers. Pemberton handles scoring and facilitating. His brother, 2028 guard Nathan Pemberton, is a dangerous backcourt piece as well. He’s a great shooter who can light it up from deep. 

West Georgia commit Noah Brady is a mismatch forward. He can drive the ball with finesse or overpower down low. 2027 guard Chase Daniels is coming off of a game in which he made six 3-pointers. Any space to breathe’ll see Daniels fire away. 

Grayson vs McEachern 

This is as big of a matchup as there is in the state. Two 7A contenders co-headline the night. 

Grayson has already made it past Hillgrove that’s to 23 points from George Mason commit MJ Curry and 18 points and 9 rebounds from Austin Leonard. The pair will need to perform at a high level again against the Powder Springs powerhouse. 

Alabama commit Chase Lumpkin dropped 41 points for McEachern in their season opener. He can casually light up the scoreboard. Zach Graves provides additional backcourt playmaking and scoring while sophomore Alvin Pettway Jr anchors the post on both ends. 

Norcross vs Tri-Cities 

A battle of Georgia powers closes things out. 

Norcross is loaded with young talent. 2030 Shane Collins, 2029 Duke Howell, 2029 Cruz Jackson headline a stable of some of the best underclassmen in Georgia. The Blue Devils have a high ceiling with the level of talent they have. 

Boston College commit Tre Keith is the star at Tri-Cities. A guard factory, the Bulldogs always have a great head of the snake and Keith has been that for the entirety of his high school career. Keith is fresh off of a 31 and 10 night on Tuesday. Christian Van Dorn put up 17 points and 10 rebounds in his high school debut. He adds to the wealth of high-level youth in this matchup.