Nike Hoop Summit Practice Evaluations

Posted on 11. Apr, 2010 by Tymon Norman in High School, Tournaments

Kyrie Irving: Continues to exhibit the speed and ball control that will allow for him to create open shots for his teammates. The heady guard's ability to create off the dribble, and knock down open shots will definetly cause fits for the World Team's backcourt.

Kendall Marshall: Has been showing the leadership qualities that made him standout to coach Williams at UNC. Looking the most comfortable with the newly learned offensive scheme. While he's shown leadership and basketball IQ, Kendall has been a little inconsistent finishing at the rim.

Brandon Knight: Hands down has been the most aggressive and determined player on the US team. Clearly showing why he's considered by most the best guard in the country. Knight has been getting to the rim and fininshing like most have never seen him finish before. Powerful dunks from the baseline, runners as if he were from the streets of New York instead of Florida, and consistently hitting from 3 point range.

Will Barton: Has surprisingly been a positive spark to a team determined not to fall short to the world team.  Barton has found a home in the lane the past two days during the scrimmages. Time after time he breaks down whatever defense is thrown at him to develop enough space to create off the dribble.   His knifing attacks through the lane and his pull up 15 foot jumper has made him extremely difficult to guard this week.

Harrison Barnes: Continues to show why he is regarded as the top player in the class. Barnes has shown that his jump shot is to be as feared as his ability to to break defenders down basically any time he wishes. Harison continues to be a silent but very efficent key player that will sure to be a defensive issue for any World Team player.

Reggie Bullock: Has brought more of a defensive presence to the team and has been heavily involved on offensive put back opportunities. Will be one of the US players to bring intense aggressiveness on both sides of the ball, and most likely wil be a difficult matchup for any of the players on the World Select Team.

Terrance Jones: Could argubly be the most outstanding player during this weeks practices. Jones has been exhibiting his entire offensive arsenal, showing a consistent jump shot and also playing effectively in the post. Terrance's ability to basically do what he wants on the court has become very evident, and tends to beg the question; who will be willing and able to take responsibility of defending on the Internation squad.

Meyers Leonard: Is and continues to be the surprise athlete on the US Team. The only 7 footer on the team, Leonard brings the type of player that the US will need against the World Team. Meyers versatality has shocked and amazed those here who have little to no knowledge his abilities. The Fighting Illini recruit possesses a lot of skills that have made it possible for most European players to succed in the US; 3 point range, great foot work, and strong around the rim. He has been an unexpected, but a very welcome addition to the team since Tobias Harris's recent foot injury.

Jared Sullinger: Has simply continued the dominace displayed two weeks earlier at the McDonalds game. Displaying that he's more than just a post player. He has also shown that he can hit the 15 foot jumper along with displaying excellent patence in the post.  He's even showed off his athleticism, finishing with rim rattling dunks. Surprisingly consistent with getting up and down the court, and being a factor in the transition game.

Patric Young: Simply a man amoung children when it comes to pure strength. Young is just dominate around the key, grabbing everything near or around the rim. On the defensive end Young has been a beast, blocking shots, and causing havoc in the paint. He will be the one guy the US will look to in handling the size of the World Team big men.  Will he guard Enes Kanter?

Tobias Harris: Has been as uplifting as anybody on the team for someone who isn't participating in this weeks events (due to a recently broke foot at the McDonalds game two weeks ago). Displaying the smile of a kid who is just taking and enjoying the opportunity of being selected to the USA team.
 

Tags: Brandon Knight, Feature, Harrison Barnes, Jared Sullinger, Kyrie Irving, Meyers Leonard, Patric Young, Reggie Bullock, Terrance Jones, Tobias Harris, Will Barton