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#OTRHoopsReport: Summer Commitments - July 3, 2017

Class of 2018 guard Javonte Smart of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, committed to LSU in June. Photo – Jon Lopez/Nike July is right in front of us with the final weekends of exposure for high school prospects. The shoe circuits will be holding there national championships this month. OntheRadarHoops.com will host a number of tournaments that will feature high profile teams and prospects varying from shoe sponsored teams to the biggest independent teams as well. That said, several prospects have come off the board with commitments during the month of June. Here is look......

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#OTRHoopsReport: Versatility at a Premium - August 28, 2016

Class of 2017 post Jaren Jackson of LaPorte, Ind., heads the list of players who can affect the game in a number of areas. Photo cred – Jon Lopez/Nike Recently we have seen a rise of players at the professional and collegiate level who play a number of positions. The ability to affect the game in multiple ways is a valuable asset for coaches. Earlier this month we wrote on ELITE Specialists, now we present those players provide ELITE versatility. By: @JLHemingwayPSB Jaren Jackson (LaPorte, Ind.), Spiece Indy Heat – 2017 Jackson could......

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#OTRHoopsReport: ELITE Specialists - August 10, 2016

Class of 2017 guard Michael Hueitt of High Point, N.C., was the EYBL’s top 3- point shooter. Photo cred – Jon Lopez/Nike Not every prospect who impacts at the next level has to be a top 100 prospect. Each year there a handful of players that specialists at their position. This week we take a look at a handful of players who may not be at the top of recruiting rankings lists, but were at the top of their respective statistical category. By: @JLHemingwayPSB SHOOTING Michael Hueitt (High Point, N.C.), Team CP3 –......

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#OTRHoopsReport: EBA Super 64 Camp Recap - June 7, 2016

Class of 2017 wing Jalen Hillery of Central Gwinnett HS, brought the confidence gained from the EYBL circuit to the #EBASuper64 Camp. Photo cred – Ty Freeman LAWRENCEVILLE, Ga., – June is a month where travel teams can take a breather from travel and competition. However, for individual players this a window where valuable exposure can be gained. The EBA Super 64 camp hosted by Peach State Basketball and owner Brandon Clay provided a platform for players from across the Southeast region. Players gained unparalleled media coverage and evaluations in small camp......

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#OTRHoopsReport: McDonald's All-American Game Preview

Georgia native Alterique Gilbert signs basketballs to kick off the McDonald’s All-American Game festitivities this week. Photo cred – @McDAAG CHICAGO, Ill., – The most prestigious High School All-Star game is set to tip Wednesday evening at the United Center in Chicago. The rosters are set. The teams are practicing this week. The nation will get a glimpse of the next crop of stars on ESPN Wednesday evening. Here is a brief breakdown of the rosters and who to watch for when the game tips. By: @JLHemingwayPSB STAR POWER LSU Freshman Ben Simmons......

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#OTRHoopsReport: Marshall County Hoop Fest Stock-Risers - December 8, 2018

BENTON, Ky., – The stars came out last weekend at the Marshall County Hoop Fest as expected. However, there were a number of under the radar type prospects who emerged once the games ended. Here is a rundown on which prospects made the biggest slash in the Bluegrass State. (Read our live blog with all the details by clicking here: Marshall County Blog) By:  @JLHemingwayPSB Marshall County Hoop Fest Stock Risers Pierre Crockrell – Prolific Prep – 2019 The feature game of Saturday evening pit Prolific Prep against Advanced Prep International. So......

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#OTRHoopsReport: Thanksgiving Week Standouts - November 29, 2015

 Class of 2017 Jordan Usher is emerging as one of the top talents in the state of Georgia in his class. Photo credit – Ty Freeman/Jared Cook Classic Our #OTRHoopsReport coverage team was in full effect last week watching basketball from all over the metro-Atlanta area. The were plenty of usual suspects who performed at high levels. However, there were new names that emerged as must-watch prospects both in the region as well as nationally. Here is a mix of both types of prospects in this recap. By:  @JLHemingwayPSB Editor’s note –......

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#OTRHoopsReport: Prospect Eval-Kaiser Gates-Oct. 16. 2014

 Xavier has landed a commitment from St. Francis (GA) senior Kaiser Gates By: @OntheRadarHoops Kaiser Gates-(Alpharetta, Ga), Atlanta Celtics-2015 Height: 6’7 Position: Small Forward Committed College: Xavier Gates is a very smooth wing that is long and athletic. He is a good ball-handler that can drive and slash with either hand and finishes with touch and body control. When his feet are set he can knock down the three ball. He does a good job on defense by playing the passing lanes and uses his ability to anticipate passes and turns them......

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#OTRHoopReport: 2016 Value Recruits - September 12, 2014

Class of 2016 guard Brandon Robinson showed his talents at the Elite 100 Camp in St. Louis, Mo., this June. Look for his recruitment to pick up this year. Photo cred – Jon Lopez/Nike CLASS OF 2016 Value Recruits By: @JLHemingwayPSB Tyree Crump (Brainbridge, Ga.), Showtime Ballers – 2016 The 6-foot-2 guard out of the Peach State will bring an instant offensive presence. The aggressive slasher puts pressure on the defense with his consistent attacking of the lane. He demonstrated his talents at the On the Radar Hoops Elite 32 Session I and earned a......

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#OTRHoopsReport: UGA Lands Two 2016 Guards - September 10, 2014

Athens will love class of 2016 Tyree Crump of Brainbridge, Ga. The slashing guard could put up big numbers in Stegeman Coliseum. Mark Fox Lands Two in 2016 By: @OntheRadarHoops The University of Georgia is investing in the future by picking up two rising stars in it’s home state. Look for Mark Fox’s staff to use these commitments as a spring board to gain momentum in the next twelve months of recruiting. Both of these prospects are BrandonClayScouting.com Elite 50 Watchlist prospects in the class of 2016. Fox and his staff have a......

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