MARIETTA, Georgia – On the Radar Hoops hosted its annual “Who Wants the Smoke?” tournament, held across two locations over three days. The event showcased top shoe-circuit programs alongside many elite independent teams from Georgia. Here’s a look at some standout prospects and their performances from the weekend. By: Jonathan Hemingway Cam Selig – Athlete’s First – 2026 Selig continues to turn heads this spring. A standout at prior On the Radar (OTR) events, his performance here was equally impressive. The 6-foot-7 left-handed wing-forward blends skill and tenacity on the court. He......
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A second edition of standouts via OTR evaluator DT from last weekend’s Who Wants the Smoke? By: DT Calvin Goss – Class of 2028 | GA Stars EYBL Calvin Goss brings relentless energy on the defensive end, applying non-stop pressure to ball handlers and forcing them into mistakes. His on-ball defense is elite, and he never takes a play off, making life miserable for opposing guards. Offensively, his high basketball IQ stands out as he reads the floor effortlessly and finds open teammates with precise, timely passes. Goss plays unselfishly and always......
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A list of top performers from Sunday at Who Wants the Smoke? in Marietta, Georgia. By: Kyle Sandy 2028 6-2 W Owen Ward – Team Scoot – Walton (Pictured) I was super impressed with Owen Ward’s athleticism and effort. Ward’s motor stood out in a 60-41 win. He was all over the floor making plays, especially on defense. Ward flew around blocking shots without fouling. He got to shots face-to-face and from beyond. Owen’s smooth athleticism pairs well with a frame that already has lean muscle and could pack on even more. ......
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A list of top performers from Saturday at Who Wants the Smoke? in Marietta, Georgia. By: Kyle Sandy 2026 6-0 PG Markenzy Sainvil – E5 Florida – TLAP (Pictured) The energy and emotion Markenzy plays with is infectious. A true pass-first point guard, Sainvil is a quick-twitch athlete with explosive leaping ability. He flies around the floor to make plays on defense and serves as a cool-headed playmaker on offense. In a 64-61 win over the Atlanta Celtics, Sainvil was paramount in the see-saw affair. Markenzy rotated over for the game-clinching steal......
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A list of standout players from Friday at Who Wants the Smoke? in Marietta, Georgia. By: Kyle Sandy 2026 6-0 G Jayden Crawford – GA Canes OTR – Cristo Rey (Pictured) Saving the best for last, Jayden Crawford put on a show in the 9:10 PM time slot as he unleashed eight three-pointers en route to 26 points, 4 rebounds, 1 assist and 2 steals in a 74-64 win. Crawford’s ascent is in full swing this spring, routinely hitting shots along the perimeter as the Canes have toppled opponent after opponent. Jayden’s......
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2025’s that proved at Who Wants the Smoke they deserve a close look from college scouts. By: Bilal Benjamin Jackson Robinson | 6’7” | Upward Stars (Pictured Above) Jackson Robinson, epitomizes the term “paint beast”. His style of play is characterized by physicality and a deliberate pursuit of contact on the court. Robinson’s proficiency around the rim is remarkable, boasting a high shooting percentage. He also demonstrates exceptional defensive prowess by effectively controlling the paint, showcasing his aggressive yet composed approach to the game. Robinson having zero offers is surprising, coaches don’t......
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OTR returned to Atlanta this weekend for ‘Who Wants the Smoke?’ and the talent pool was once again loaded with prospects for all levels. Here, we break down some of the best unsigned seniors we saw this weekend. By: Cam Rickers Noah Holloway – 2024 – Formula Elite Academy Noah Holloway is one of the more talented ‘24s still on the board in Georgia and he put the full package on display this weekend. Holloway is a big, athletic guard that can play above the rim and score at all three levels.......
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OTR returned to Atlanta this weekend for ‘Who Wants The Smoke?’ and the talent pool was once again loaded with prospects for all levels. Here, we break down some of the biggest stock risers from the event. By: Cam Rickers Sean Morgan – 2025 – Team Person Sean Morgan stole the show at WWTS, proving to be one of the best volume scorers in attendance. He had multiple outings with 35+ points and in one game, posted 23 in the first half. Morgan’s ability to shoot the ball is in a class......
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Who Wants The Smoke: Day 3 Top Performers By: Kyle Sandy 2026 5-8 PG Huey Blalock – Atlanta Timberwolves – Rabun County The offensive maestro orchestrated 17 made threes in the Timberwolves’ 79-59 win over the GA Canes. Blalock tallied 8 points, 6 rebounds, 12 assists and 1 block. Huey’s shiftiness and court vision make him among Georgia’s elite passers. He gets penetration routinely and always has assists on his mind, passing up short floaters for wide open kick out threes. Huey is the definition of a true pass-first point guard, but......
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Who Wants the Smoke: Day 2 2027/28 Top Performers By: Kyle Sandy 2027 6-6 F Rowan Woodrich – Devin Butts Elite – Peach County It wasn’t just Rowan’s size that made him stand out in a 54-26 win over Upward Stars Carolina, it was his activity level inside. Woodrich works hard for rebounds and doesn’t shy away from finishing through contact. Rowan gets good position in the post and is efficient from 10-feet and in. He looks like a future double-double at Peach County. 2028 6-9 F Peter Julius – Georgia Stars......
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