Top 100 (class 2008)

Cooley · September 20, 2007

Watch out for the Scots of Highland Park & the Knights of Dallas Kimball; the most talented teams in the metroplex (with 4 each of the state's top 100 seniors)

1. J'Mison Morgan 6'11"-265 5

Dallas South Oak Cliff :BOBO is a dominant force in the lane at both ends as he can control traffic to the rim with his wide body. When he puts his body on the defense he can back his way down to the rim and turn around for the easy finish at the goal. He is very agile and athletic for a player his size, has good hands and runs the floor well. He has the ability to dominate the boards and he stops all penetration from getting to the rim with his shot blocking ability. He has solid post moves and continues to reshape his body.

2. J'Covan Brown 6'3"-175 2/1

Port Arthur Memorial: J'COVAN is a super talented scorer who can be a dominant player. He is incredibly tough to contain off the dribble, has excellent body control in the paint, can hang and take contact and still finish around the rim. He has deep 3 point range, is capable of getting hot and knocking down shots from anywhere out to 25 feet. He is a good passer, has very good speed in the open floor, sees the floor well and has a good feel for where his teammates are. He has excellent hands, gets lots of deflections and steals and plays with a very confident swagger. He missed the summer season with a broken foot but has the talent to come back and dominate. J'Covan Brown

3. Anthony Jones 6'10-200 4/3

Houston Yates: ANTHONY is a long and lean player who prefers to play facing up and floating out to the 3 point line. He has a smooth lefty stroke, can hit the open 3 point shot, can create his shot off the dribble and finishes well in the paint with his long wiry frame. He runs the floor very well, can finish on the break, is a good leaper and is very agile with good hands and feet. He is a very good shot blocker, has a good skill level and is a good passing big man. As his body fills out he will have the strength to really compete in the paint and be a game changing type of performer. He has verbally committed to Baylor.

4. Quincy Acy 6'8"-210 4/5

Mesquite Horn: QUINCY is a big-time athlete with explosive leaping ability and an active and energetic body. He is a tremendous finisher at the rim, attacks the goal aggressively, is quick off the floor and is always looking to finish with a strong and authoritative dunk. He is still raw with his back to the basket and facing up from 10 feet and out but has shown improvement and more comfort level in those areas. He is a tremendous rebounder who can snatch balls off the rim, is an excellent shot block and is very fast in the open court.

5. Ian Markolf 7'1"-265 5

San Antonio Churchill: IAN is a true center with a physical nature and a toughness to really compete in the paint. He really knows how hold his position on the block, gets down low and gets his body into the defense to call for the ball, has a feel for where the defense is and knows what he wants to do when he catches the ball with his back to the basket. He has a soft touch on the low block, makes good strong post moves, will kick it out to the open man out of the double team and gets wide and balanced on the boards. He runs the floor well for his size, is a nice shot blocker and has good footwork and hands. He has verbally committed to WISCONSIN.

6. Demetri Goodson 6'0"-160 1

Klein Collins: DEMETRI is a floor general who keeps everyone involved and can take over a game with his ability to create and dish for easy buckets. He sees the floor tremendously, is always looking to get someone an open look, has great court vision and is a pure point guard with great basketball savvy. He is very quick with the ball, has good speed in the open court, is very tough to contain one-on-one off the dribble and is very instinctive with the ball. He scores well in the lane for his size, knows how to draw contact and get to the line and has an assortment of fakes and crossover moves to keep the defense off balance. He can hit the open 3 point shot but doesn't look for his offense first.

7. Phillip McDonald 6'3"-180 2

Cypress Springs: PHILLIP is a big-time offensive threat with a deadly combination of athleticism and shooting. He can really elevate and stroke it from deep 3 point range, can create his own shot off the dribble and has the spring to get into the paint and finish over the defense. He has good speed, can fill the lanes in transition, finishes strong on the break and can pull-up and hit the mid-range jumper. He is a very good rebounding guard, is a good passer, sees the floor well and has the ability to really defend on the wing. He has verbally committed to New Mexico.

8. Jeremy Green 6'4"-180 2

Austin Bowie: JEREMY is a sound and solid all-around player who understands the game. He is a very good shooter with a smooth and compact 3 point stroke, elevates well on his shot and has the size to score over the defense. He knows how to work to find the open spot in the defense, runs the lanes well on the break and can spot up for the 3 or take it to the rim and finish. He is a good leaper, is a good rebounder from the wing, can handle the ball against pressure and has the length and athleticism to defend on the perimeter. He has verbally committed to STANFORD.

9. David Kyles 6'3"-170 2/1

Dallas Kimball: DAVID is a big time athlete who is just overflowing with natural talent and upside athleticism. He is very fast in the open court with the ball, can create and finish over the top of the defense and can pull up for the 15-17 footer with good elevation on his jumper. He has a nice stroke out to the 3 point line and will be a very tough stop once he starts hitting the 3 point shot more consistently. He is an excellent finisher with contact, rebounds well for his size, is an excellent leaper and makes explosive plays in the open court. He has more of a shooting guards mentality and has the potential to be a very difficult match-up if he becomes a true point guard.

10. Chris Babb 6'5"-200 3/1/2

Arlington Oak Ridge: CHRIS is a very strong built perimeter player who saw his stock really rise over the summer with solid and consistent play. He has a versatile offensive game, is a very good shooter who can stroke it from the 3 point line, can create from the wing off the dribble and has the strength to finish in the paint with contact. He is a good ball handler who can step out and play a point forward type position, sees the floor well and is a good passer. He has the size and strength to compete on the boards, has a good understanding of the game and is a solid defender on the wing.

11. Corbin Ray 6'8"-215 4

Katy Taylor: CORBIN is a very cerebral player who really understands the game at the offensive end of the floor. He has a complete offensive game with solid low post moves, a nice touch on the mid-range jumper and a sweet stroke from behind the 3 point line. He is a savvy player, knows how to work to the open spot, is a very good passer and is very effective setting high screens and popping out to the 3 point line. He works hard on the boards, challenges shots in the paint and uses his body well to compete. He lacks overall athletic ability but makes up for it with good decisions and hard work. He has verbally committed to TEXAS TECH.

12. Dwight Milller 6'8"-220 4/5

Houston St. Pius: DWIGHT is a strong paint player who is just starting to emerge as a dominant player in the paint. He is an aggressive rebounder, works hard for position on the low block, contests shots well and will battle on the defensive end. He can operate with his back to the basket, has a nice touch from 12-15 feet and can step out and hit the open 3 point shot. He runs the floor well, has good hands, is very agile for his size and could be a steal if he continues to improve over the next few years as he has in the last 12 months.

13. Courtney Jackson 6'6"-190 4

Paris: COURTNEY is a raw athlete with very good spring and bounce around the goal. He is quick to the rim from 15 feet, can explode and finish over the defense with a strong 2 hand finish, has quick post moves and uses fakes and good foot work around the rim. He is a good rebounder, can block shots and runs the floor very well. He has a very long and athletic body, is always around the ball in the paint and has improved his 15 feet touch and ball skills over the last year.

14. Cotton Giles 6'3"-185 1/2

Dallas Kimball: COTTON is a solid all-around player who does a little bit of everything to help his team win. He has very good size from the point guard position, can see over the defense, handles it well against pressure and gets it to the open man. He has a smooth stroke out to the 3 point line, can knock down the mid-range jumper and can create his shot off the dribble and finish in traffic. He is a versatile defender who can guard on the ball or on the wing, is a good rebounder from the guard position and comes up with loose balls and steals with his length and athleticism.

15. Zach Williams 6'4"-180 3/2

Dallas Skyline: ZACH is a slashing athlete with one of the best mid-range games in the state from the wing. He is a very good shooter from 15-17 feet, can slash to the rim and finishes strong in traffic. He is aggressive on the boards, get buckets with his quickness to the offensive glass, is a good leaper and is a solid perimeter defender. He handles the ball very well, is a good passer and could play some minutes as a point forward type player.

16. Kevin Butler 6'5"-200 3/4

Duncanville: KEVIN is a very good athlete with a strong body and a nose for the ball. He is quick to the hole from 15-17 feet, has a nice stroke out to the 3 point line, finishes well on the break and can create and finish with contact at the rim. He has an active and energetic body, comes up with loose balls, is an aggressive rebounder and a solid defender. He is willing to play his role and just makes plays to help his team win.

17. Trent Rogers 6'3"-170 2

Houston Strake Jesuit: TRENT is a very good spot up shooter who can find the open spot in the defense and make them pay. He has a smooth stroke, moves wells without the ball and knocks down jumpers off screens. He can put it on the floor and hit the mid-range jumper or create and dish it out to the open man. He handles the ball very well in the open court, sees the floor well and can push it in transition. He has good speed and quickness, long arms and quick hands to disrupt on the defensive end.

18. Damaruis "Shug" Jones 6'2"-180 2

Dallas Pinkston: SHUG has a scorer's mentality from the time he walks out of the locker room until the final horn blows. He can get hot and score in bunches from anywhere on the court. He isn't shy to take a shot anytime from anywhere. He has a smooth 3 point stroke, uses pump fakes well to create space to get his shot off, works well off baseline screens and can catch and get a shot off very quickly. He has improved his ability to create his offense and has made strides on the defensive and rebounding sides of the ball.

19. Troy Alexander 6'1"-170 1

Dallas Highland Park: TROY is a steady and heady floor leader who always knows where his teammates are and does a tremendous job of setting them up for scoring opportunities. He is an excellent ball handler, protects the ball well against pressure defense, values the ball each position and understands the importance of getting good shots in the offense. He is a smart player with excellent basketball savvy and court awareness. He works hard on defense and has a solid build and he is a pass first point guard. Troy has verbally committed to SANTA CLARA.

20. Myles Walker 6'9"-260 5

San Antonio Antonian: MYLES is a thick and strong paint player who could really turn into an elite basketball prospect. He currently plays football but has the skills, size and strength to be a force in the paint at the college level if he focuses on basketball. He uses his body well to clear space on the boards, is a strong and aggressive rebounder, has the body to physically compete on defense, challenges shots well and is very agile for his size. He runs the floor well, has good hands, finishes well around the goal and makes strong moves to the hole. His overall game needs some refining but his combination of agility and size make him a very intriguing prospect. He wants to play basketball in college.

21. Chris Hines 6'0"-170 2/1

Klein Forest: CHRIS is a very solid built guard who knows how to run a team or score from the wing. He is strong with the ball off the dribble, can break down the defense and hit the open man, can push it in the open court and sees up the floor. He is a very good shooter, has a smooth stroke from the 3 point line and can get hot and really light it up. He has a good understanding of the game, makes good decisions with the ball and plays a solid game at the defensive end. He has verbally committed to UTAH.

22. Tourre Murry 6'2"-160 2/1

Klein Forest: TOURRE saw his stock shoot threw the roof this summer as he showed a whole new level to his game. He has grown significantly in the last 6 months and is playing with a new confidence and zip to his game. He is a very good shooter who can really stroke it from the 3 point line, can put it on the floor and finish in the paint, has good speed in the open court and can handle it and makes good decision with the ball. He has very long arms, gets a lot of deflections and steals, will sneak in and grab some rebounds from the wing and has a good understanding of the game. He has verbally committed to WICHITA STATE.

23. Melvin Johnson 6'4"-160 2

Red Oak: MELVIN is a pure shooter who is a threat from anywhere on the court. He has a smooth jumper and deep range from behind the 3 point line. He has a long and lean basketball body, runs the floor well, knows how to work without the ball and spots up on the break for the open 3 point shot. He has a quick release and isn't afraid to take big shots. He has the athletic ability to impact the game in other areas.

24. John Bowman 6'4"-195 2/1/3

Mesquite Horn: JOHN is a solid all-around player with explosive athletic ability in the paint and a strong body. He has the ability to slash to the goal and finish strong over the rim. He has a smooth stroke from 16-18 feet, can create space off the dribble and uses his strong body to get into the paint and finish. He runs the lanes very well, is an excellent finisher in transition and has the ball skills to lead the break and find the open man. He has the athletic ability to defend on the wing and the body to compete in the paint and rebound. He brings a solid performance to the court every game and contributes in many ways.

25. Antuan Bootle 6'7"-245 5

Houston St. Thomas: ANTUAN is a very thick and strong paint player that can hold off the defense. He has a nose for the ball, goes and gets loose rebounds, knows how to use his body to create space in the paint and can clog up the lane defensively. He has nice moves on the low post, has a soft touch from 10 feet, works hard to get position and has a knack for scoring in traffic. He lacks great elevation due to his body style but really knows how to use his size to his advantage.

26. Jonathon Simmons 6'4"-175 3/2

Houston Smiley: JONATHON is a long and athletic wing who makes plays all over the court with his reach and active body. He is a slasher in the open court, loves to get to the rim and finish in transition, has very good speed and handles it well in the open floor. He has good bounce off the dribble, can elevate for the mid-range jumper, finishes high in traffic and runs the lanes very well. He has solid ball skills, can break down the defense and creates steals and pressure on the defensive end with his length and athleticism.

27. Kendall Timmons 6'4"-185 3/2

Fort Worth Southwest: KENDALL is a good athlete with a versatile offensive game. He has a nice stroke out to the 3 point line, can create his shot off the dribble and hit the mid-range jumper and can take it to the rim and finish. He is a good scorer in transition, runs the floor well and has the athletic ability to finish over the rim. He is a nice rebounder from the wing and can handle it in the open court.

28. Anthony Hill 6'0"-170 1/2

Plano East: ANTHONY is a floor leader who can really handle the ball but can also take up the scoring slack when needed. He has very good speed and quickness in the open floor, can push the ball up court and sees the floor well. He keeps his teammates involved but also looks to score when he gets in the paint. He can hang and take contact well and still finish, has a nice stroke with 3 point range and can pull up and hit the 15 footer. He has a good overall feel for the game and when he needs to be a distributor and when he needs to score. He has verbally committed to RICE.

29. Brian Talley 5'9"-155 1

Duncanville: BRIAN is a jet quick point guard with excellent speed in the open court. He changes the tempo of the game with his ability to push the ball and create scoring opportunities for his teammates. He sees the floor very well, hits the open man for easy buckets and can finish in the paint despite his size. He is an excellent shooter with a smooth stroke from the 3 point line, has a quick release and is a very pesky and quick defender on the ball.

30. Kevin Foster 6'2"-190 2

Katy Morton Ranch: KEVIN is a big-time shooter who can really stroke it and scores in bunches when he gets hot. He has a smooth stroke from behind the 3 point line, can catch and shoot it out to 25 feet, likes to run the floor and spot up in transition and works well without the ball. He has a good feel of how to get open, uses screens well and uses fakes to create space and get his shot off. He handles the ball well, sees the floor and will give it up to the open man. He has verbally committed to SANTA CLARA.

31. Xavier Roberson 6'2"-175 1/2

Lufkin: XAVIER is a strong built guard who can play a physical game at the guard position. He has good speed in the open court, can break down the defense off the dribble and has the physical strength to stay on course to the bucket with contact. He finishes strong in traffic, has a smooth stroke and can shoot it very well with 3 point range. He is a good distributor, sees up the floor and is a solid defender. He is very athletic and continues to slide along under the radar in far east Texas.

32. Brad Hambrick 6'1"-170 1/2

Sherman: BRAD is a very good scorer who can get hot and stroke it from behind the 3 point line. He has good speed in the open floor, can push it and score in the paint with floaters and short jumpers and is a streaky 3 point shooter who can score in bunches. He has a good feel for the game, can handle it and sees up the floor well. He is more of a scoring guard than a point.

33. RoShun Jackson 6'6"-180 3

San Antonio Madison: ROSHUN is an athletic finisher who runs the floor well and finishes well in the open court. He has a soft touch on floaters in the paint, can spot up and hit the open 3 point shot and can create and hit the mid-range jumper. He is a very long athlete, is a nice rebounder, handles it well for his size and has a long and lean basketball build. He has the athleticism and potential to be a very good player if he plays with more consistent energy and aggressiveness.

34. Emerson Herndon 6'9"-240 5

Houston Worthing: EMERSON is a developing big man with the size and frame to be a space eater in the paint. He is raw offensively, finishes well around the rim and on offensive putbacks but lacks moves with his back to the basket. He has a wide and strong body, can push people off the block defensively and runs the floor well for his size. He is a nice rebounder and contests shots well in the paint. He has nice coordination to go with a body that can be a force in the paint.

35. Andrew Davis 6'8"-210 4/5

Garland Christian: ANDREW is a sleeper player who burst on the scene with a strong spring followed by a steady summer. He is a hard working paint player who gets things done with his blue-collar work ethic and energetic style. He has very good touch in the paint, has solid moves on the low block, makes quick moves to the hole and can step out to the 3 point line and hit the open shot. He is an aggressive rebounder who goes and finds loose balls off the glass, has good hands and feet, runs the floor well and can finish over the rim on the break. He will only get better with strength and with strong daily competition to push his development.

36. Chris Johnson 6'7"-195 3

San Antonio Brackenridge: CHRIS is a very talented big wing who has raw talent. He has a smooth stroke out to the 3 point line, can hit the mid-range jumper and has the size and strength to finish on the low block. He runs the floor very well for his size, is a good finisher in transition and handles the ball well enough to start the break off the defensive glass. He is a good rebounder, has the body and athleticism to defend in the paint and on the perimeter and has a good skill level.

37. Tre Nichols 5'11"-155 1

Killeen: TRE is a very quick and fast point guard who loves to push the ball in the open court. He sees up the floor very well, makes good decisions on the break and gets it to players where they can score. He can break down the defense at anytime, has a soft touch in the paint, can find teammates in traffic and can pull-up for the 15-17 footer. He plays the game at full speed and loves to use his hands and feet on the defensive end. He has verbally committed to TEXAS STATE.

38. Anthony Miles 5'11"-160 1

Clear Brook: ANTHONY is a quick and elusive point guard who saw his stock rise with steady and solid play all summer. He has a very good feel for the game, sees up the floor well, can push the ball in the transition game and finds the open man. He can break down the defense, scores well in the paint despite his size, has a soft touch on floaters and can shoot it with 3 point range. He handles the ball well versus pressure, makes good decisions and has quick hands on defense.

39. Gary Cox 6'6"-195 3

Aldine Nimitz: GARY is a very good athlete who excels in the open court game. He has an active body that is always around the ball in the paint, comes up with loose rebounds and gets easy buckets on trash and offensive boards. He runs the lanes very well, can finish strong on the break, handles it well in the open court and can get into the paint off the dribble. He has a nice mid-range jumper and will hit the open 3 point shot.

40. Bandon Williams 6'1"-165 2/1

Aldine: BRANDON is a smooth player who can create off the dribble and get his own shot or dish it to the open man for easy buckets. He is a very good shooter with 3 point range, can create space and get his own shot and can get hot and take over a game with his offensive ability. He handles the ball well, can push it up court and makes good decisions with the ball. He has verbally committed to LOUISIANA - MONROE.

41. Terry Bembry 6'7"-220 4/3

Fort Bend Bush: TERRY is a very talented and skilled player who has the potential to rise up the charts. He has the size and skills to create mis-matches on the perimeter or on the low block. He has solid low post moves, is quick to the hole and has a nice touch. He can step out to 15-17 feet and hit the open shot, can create off the dribble and runs the floor very well. He is a good rebounder and shot blocker and has a good basketball build.

42. Bassel Bawji 6'8" 4

Klein Collins: BASSEL is a big and strong built forward. He has a good stroke behind the three point line. He uses good fundamental moves away from the basket to get by a defender, he works hard on both ends of the court. He is a good rebounder and uses his body on the interior of the paint to create room for easy baskets. He is a transfer from Cypress Christian.

43. Logan Lancon 6'3"-200 3

Clear Creek: LOGAN is a deceptive athlete who can get into the paint and elevate and finish strong in traffic. He moves well without the ball, understands how to work off his teammates to get open and can create his shot by using fakes and quick dribbles to create separation. He has a smooth stroke from behind the 3 point line, can pull-up from 15 feet and takes it strong to the hole. He is a good leaper, works hard for position on the boards and has the strength to compete and hold his position on defense. He has verbally committed to TCU.

44. Kevin Smith 6'5"-215 4

Plano East: KEVIN is a very good athlete with a high motor and physical toughness. He is an aggressive paint player, is very quick to the ball, goes after every rebound and runs the floor very hard. He has a soft touch inside 10 feet, is quick to the rim off the block, is quick off the floor and has the body to finish strong with contact. He is always around the ball in the paint, is a good shot blocker for his size and competitive edge to his team. He has verbally committed to LIBERTY.

45. Ryan Baker 6'4"-190 3

Cy Fair: RYAN is a strong built wing who can shoot it out to 18 feet or slash to the rim and score in the paint. He has a quick first step to the hole, has the body to finish in traffic and has a smooth stroke on the perimeter jumper. He can push the ball in the open court, sees up the floor well and runs the lanes hard in transition. He is a good rebounder from the wing and has the body to match up and defend on the perimeter.

46. Gerayl Sanders 6'4"-225 3/1

Dallas Lincoln: GERAYL is a very talented athlete who had a solid summer and has a lot to prove as he takes the court this season. He had to play JV ball last season due to transfer rules. He is a strong and physical guard who can take contact and still get to the rim, finishes well in the paint and has good vision to dish to the open man in traffic. He can knock down the open 3 point shot, handles the ball well in the open court and sees the floor well.

47. James Bzlasczyk 6'10"-200 5/4

Friendswood: JAMES is a long and thin paint player with good skills and a soft touch out to 18 feet. He runs the floor well, competes on the boards, contests shots in the paint and will mix it up physically on the low block. He has a nice touch on the low block, works well on the offensive glass and can step out and hit the face up jumper. He has verbally committed to TCU.

48. Travis Jones 6'3"-180 3

Georgetown: TRAVIS is a very skilled lefty who can score in many ways. He has a smooth stroke with 3 point range, can run off baseline screens and hit the corner jumper, can create his shot off the dribble and is a good finisher in transition. He has a long and lean frame, slashes and finishes with good body control and is a very good passer who can see over the top of the defense. He has very good speed and handles the ball well.

49. Jon Miller 6'5"-185 2/1

Flower Mound Marcus: JON is a very heady player with an excellent stroke and a quick release. He works well off baseline screens, can catch and shoot quickly and has the size to shoot over the top of a defender. He has deep 3 point range, uses fakes to step in and hit the mid-range jumper and has a very good understanding of the game. He can move to the point and handle the ball against pressure defense, sees the floor well and has a good basketball instincts. He is always willing to make the easy and smart play to help his team. He has verbally committed to TEXAS - ARLINGTON.

50. Allyn Cooks 5'10"-155 1

Bryan: ALLYN is a jet in the open court who is always playing at top speed. He loves to push the ball in the open court, can fly from end to end with the ball in his hands and stays under control while playing at this fast pace. He is a good finisher in the paint despite his size, beats the defense down court for easy buckets in transition, can hit the open 16-18 footer and kicks it out to the open man when in the paint. He is a very pesky defender with quick hands and will be very tough to defend as he develops a more consistent perimeter touch.

51. Chris Otule 6'9"-225 5

Fort Bend Bush: CHRIS is a raw prospect with a ton of upside potential. He is a big bodied paint player, has very good hands and feet for a player his size, is quick off the floor and a very good shot blocker. He keeps rebounds alive off the glass, runs the floor pretty well and has long arms. He is still raw offensively mainly relying on his length and size to get buckets right around the goal. He is a very intriguing prospect who could continue to improve as he puts all the pieces together.

52. Joseph Lawson 6'2"-200 4/3

Houston Madison: JOSEPH is a springy and bouncy athlete who is always around the goal making plays. He has a lively body, comes up with loose rebounds and loose balls. He is a quick leaper, scores with put backs and athletic finishes over the rim. He has good hands, is quick to the hole from 12-15 feet and can take one or two quick dribbles and finish with two hands over the rim. He is a good rebounder and uses his athleticism and solid body to defend in the paint or out on the perimeter.

53. Branden Harrison 6'8"-195 4

Houston Milby: BRANDEN is a very long and trim player who can step out and play facing the basket. He has a nice stroke with 3 point range, is a good passer from the high post and top of the key, scores well in the paint with his long reach and is very agile for his size. He competes well on the boards despite his thin frame, is a good shot blocker and has an active body. He has a good upside with his skills and shot. He has verbally committed to EASTERN MICHIGAN.

54. Brandon Provost 6'3"-170 2

Katy Seven Lakes: BRANDON made a name for himself this summer with his consistent long range shooting and overall athleticism. He is an excellent catch and shoot guard who can really stroke it from deep 3 point range. He works well without the ball, runs off baseline screens and sets himself up well to get the shot off quickly. He runs the floor well in transition, can spot up on the break or catch it on the wing and take it strong to the hole. He has good spring, elevates well on his jumper and has a solid basketball build with long arms.

55. Mike Webb 6'6"-195 4

Dallas Kimball: MIKE is a very good athlete who looks to finish with two hands at the rim at every opportunity. He is raw offensviely on the low block and looks to use his quick leaping ability and athleticism to get to the rim. He is an explosive leaper, can run the floor and finish on the break and gets easy buckets off the offensive glass. He is a very good rebounder and can really block shots.

56. Darian Thibodeaux 6'2"-170 2

Dallas Kimball: DARIAN is a good shooter who works well along the baseline to get open looks out of the corner. He has a smooth 3 point stroke, can create of the dribble and takes it to the rim strong. He likes to play in an up-tempo game, scores well in transition and scores in bunches. He can handle the ball in the open court, is a nice rebounder for his size and plays with confidence.

57. Eric Milam 6'7"-200 4

Clear Brook: ERIC is a hard working paint player who doesn't do anything flashy but is a very productive player. He always seems to be around loose balls, keeps rebounds alive with tips and will compete on the boards and on defense in the paint. He gets buckets off the offensive glass, has nice low post moves and a soft touch inside 10 feet. He contests shots well, runs the floor hard and has a nose for the ball that puts him in the middle of everything.

58. Connor Frizzelle 6'1"-175 2/1

DeSoto: CONNOR is an excellent shooter who can get hot and hit shots from anywhere. He has a smooth stroke from behind the 3 point arc, has a quick catch and release, works well off screens and understands the game at the offensive end. He is a gritty competitor, handles the ball well against pressure and is a good passer. He has a high basketball IQ, will get on the floor for loose balls and works hard on defense.

59. Tim Meadows 6'3"-175 3/2

Crowley: TIM is an intriguing athlete with very good bounce and spring in the paint. He can create off the dribble and finish in the lane against bigger players, goes to the hole strong and can really elevate when he gets to the rim. He is a good rebounder and gets points off the offensive glass, runs the floor well and finishes on the break. He has the athletic ability to really defend on the perimeter and can handle it in the open floor.

60. Tarron Hassell 6'3"-185 2

Arlington Sam Houston: TARRON is a very good shooter with deep three point range. He has the size and elevation on his jumper to get his shot off anytime. He works off the ball and is very good at spotting up on the break and hitting the open perimeter jumper. He can create off the dribble and finish in the paint, has a solid build and good athleticism.

61. Jordan Kinnear 6'10"-240 5

Canyon Randall: JORDAN is a big bodied paint player who can eat up space in front of the rim. He uses his body well to hold his position on the low block, has the size to compete physically on defense and rebounds well within his area. He has good foot work with solid post moves, has very good hands, likes to step out and play from the high post and top of the key and is a very good passer. He has a soft touch from the perimeter with 3 point range and can be used to set high screens and pop for the open shot. He has verbally committed to TEXAS -ARLINGTON.

62. Ben Knox 6'8"-215 5

Arlington Grace Prep: BEN is a developing big man who has shown signs of being ready to have a very good season. He knows how to work for position on the low block, can catch and finish inside 10 feet, has a nice touch around the goal and can kick it out off the low block. He is a good rebounder and shot blocker and moves well for a big man. He is still developing in many areas but shows signs of understanding the game and will get better at the next level as he is challenged by big bodies everyday in practice.

63. Austin Brown 6'3"-185 4/3

Lewisville: AUSTIN is a big-time athlete who excels in the open court where he can use his leaping ability and active body. He flies to the boards for rebounds, can go straight up and rebound at the rim, is a good shot blocker and a strong and physical defender. He loves to finish on the break, is a powerful dunker, gets a lot of put backs on the offensive glass and is quick to the hole. He is undersized right now for his offensive skill set but with improved ball skills and a mid-range game, he could rise to a mid-major prospect.

64. Elliot Lloyd 6'2"-175 2/1

Klein Forest: ELLIOT is a excellent shooter who can get hot and really light it up from behind the 3 point line. He has a quick catch and release, has a smooth stroke and is capable of scoring in bunches when he is in a rhythm. He can handle the ball against pressure, finds the open man and is an unselfish player. He plays with a lot of energy, is always pursuing loose balls, works hard on defense and will contribute on the boards from the guard position.

65. Jesse Sanders 6'2"-190 2/1

HCYA (Home School): JESSE is a hard-nosed player who just competes all over the court and is a team leader with his toughness and energy. He has a strong body, uses his strength to get into the lane, can score in traffic and is very good at finding the open shooter and setting them up for open looks. He is a good ball handler, can knock down the open perimeter shot out to the 3 point line and sees the whole floor. He is a fundamentally sound player, has a good understanding of the game and will go into the lane and compete on the boards.

66. Travis Hallam 6'4"-195 4/3

Mesquite: TRAVIS is as tough and hard-nosed as they come. He is the type of player no one wants to play against but you love having on your team. He does all the dirty work to help his team win and gets under his opponents skin in the process. He will hit the 15 footer, goes to the hole strong and is very aggressive and tough on the boards. He is always looking to step in and take the charge, works hard on defense and fights for loose balls. Nothing he does is flashy but his effort, vocal leadership and toughness are intangibles every team needs.

67. PJ Colley 6'6"-175 4/3

North Crowley: PJ is an athletic player with a long and lean basketball build. He has a nice touch from 10-12 feet, gets buckets off the offensive glass and catches and finishes well around the rim. He has the ability to guard on the wing or go inside and compete on the boards. He has an active body, gets his hands on loose rebounds and loose balls and works on defense.

68. Tommie Tyler 6'2"-180 3/2

Langham Creek: TOMMIE is a very athletic wing who can slash to the hole and finish strong at the rim. He is a very good leaper, runs the lanes hard in transition, elevates and finishes high in traffic and can take contact and finish in the paint. He has a solid mid-range game, will pull up for the 15-17 foot jumper and will hit the open 3 point shot. He has good speed and quickness, has a solid basketball build and can defend on the wing.

69. Randy Lokemba 6'5"-175 3

San Antonio Sam Houston: RANDY is a very athletic player who thrives in the open court and in a style of game with a lot of freedom and up and down action. He has a quick first step to the hole, can break down the defense and finish in the paint, finds a crease in the defense and slithers his way to the rim with his long and lean frame. He can handle it in the open floor, goes to the boards well and is a solid defender with his length.

70. DeShaun Garrett 6'2"-190 2

Houston Wheatley: DESHAUN is a very quick and fast athlete who excels in an open court and up tempo style of game. He has a soft touch on floaters in the paint, can create off the dribble and looks to break down the defense and get into the lane. He is a streaky player with a scorers mentality, has a nice stroke out to the 3 point line and finishes very well in traffic. He plays with a lot of energy and speed and has a solid basketball build.

71. Chase Spruiell 6'6"-190 3

Princeton: CHASE is a crafty and smooth player who seems to float around the court with ease. He has good speed in the open floor, runs the lane and finishes well on the break, has a long reach and elevates well at the rim. He has a smooth stroke out to 18 feet, can create his shot off the dribble, is a good passer and understands the game.

72. Charlie Harper 6'4"-170 2/3

San Antonio Madison: CHARLIE is a good athlete with a long and lean body. He is a good open court player, runs the lanes well and can finish on the break. He has a smooth stroke out to the 3 point line, can pull-up off the dribble and hit the 15-17 footer and has good body control to finish in traffic. He is a nice rebounding guard, is a good leaper and handles it well in the open floor. He has the length to cause havoc on defense with deflections and steals.

73. Probese Leo 6'9"-210 5

Houston St. Puis: PROBESE is a raw and intriguing paint player. He is very active and always seems to be around the ball. He is learning the game and how to really compete on the boards and play physically on the defensive end. He has a strong body, has good agility and runs the floor well. He will need to develop more offense to his game but he is quick to the rim when he catches it in the paint, has a nice touch around the goal and stays after rebounds on the offensive glass.

74. Charlie Harper 6'4"-170 2/3

San Antonio Madison: STEVEN is a very talented paint player who has the ability to control the board and be a defensive stopper at the rim. He has good bounce around the rim, moves his feet well and is a very good shot blocker. He has solid post moves, has a soft touch from 12-15 feet and can pass it off the low block.

75. Nathan Gibbs 6'7"-225 4

DeSoto: NATHAN was a very promising prospect coming out of his sophomore year before tearing his ACL (along with other knee damage) which set his progress back. He played late in the summer as he tried to work his body back into basketball shape but he is still less than a year into his rehab. Before his knee injury, he had a soft touch from 12-15 feet, was a very good rebounder and a strong and physical paint player. He should be ready to step on the floor at full speed when the season starts as he seeks to return to his pre-injury form.

76. Cameron Moore 6'6"-175 3

San Antonio Roosevelt: CAMERON is a long and thin wing with good skills and a smooth stroke. He handles the ball very well for his size, can push the ball in the open court, sees the floor well and is a good passer. He likes the high post area where he has a soft touch from 15 feet, can step out and hit the open 3 point shot and has the length to finish in traffic. He has a nice upside with his combination of athleticism and skills.

77. Ella Ellis 6'5"-175 3

Aldine Eisenhower: ELLA is a long and very lean player who can score in the paint or step out on the perimeter and hit shots. He is crafty around the goal despite his thin frame, uses his length to finish around the rim, can hit the mid-range jumper and will knock down the open 3 point shot. He works hard on the boards, runs the floor well and has nice ball skills on the perimeter. He competes hard and will battle.

78. Drae Murray 5'10"-150 1

Huntsville PIC: DRAE is a very fast and quick point guard who loves to push the ball in the open court and create for his teammates. He has the speed to break down the defense at anytime, can finish in the paint with runners or hit the mid-range pull-up jumper. He sees up the floor well, finds the open man and has a good feel for the game. He continues to slide along under the radar as he had limited exposure during the summer. He has verbally committed to SAM HOUSTON STATE.

79. William Weathers 6'0"-155 1

Lewisville: WILLIAM is a very fast and athletic point guard who loves to fly around the court and use his speed to create havoc at both ends. He can push the ball up court, gets into the lane at anytime and can finish or hit the open man. He sees up the floor very well, can create his shot and hit the mid-range jumper and plays with a lot of energy. He loves to hound the ball defensively all over the court and uses his quick hands to get steals and deflections.

80. Chris Isles 5'10"-150 1

Alief Hastings: CHRIS has excellent speed and quickness. He loves to push the ball up court, is a smooth passer, sees the floor very well and keeps his teammates involved. He is an excellent ball handler, can break down the defense anytime and finishes well in the paint despite his size. He is a good shooter with 3 point range but looks to create and dish to the open man first.

81. Sterling Phillips 6'2"-185 1/2

Austin High: STERLING is a long and slithery athlete who just knows how to knife his way to the hole and finish in traffic. He is a creative offensive player who can get into the seams of the defense and cause problems, has a soft touch on floaters and short jumpers in the paint and will knock down the open 3 point shot. He has very good speed, can really push the ball in the open court, looks to get into the lane and hits the open man. He uses his athleticism well and has a good understanding of the game.

82. Pierce Edwards 6'5"-205 2/3

Dallas Highland Park: PIERCE is a solid all-around player who has the size and strength to get into the paint and score. He has a nice stroke from 15-17 feet, can hit the open 3 point shot and uses his body well to score in traffic. He works hard for position on the boards, runs the lanes hard, finishes strong on the break and is a good passer from the wing. He is a smart player who isn=t afraid to mix it up at both ends.

83. Matthew Edwards 6'2"-180 2

Dallas Highland Park: MATTHEW is a hard working player who moves well without the ball to get open. He can really stroke it beyond the 3 point line, uses screens well to create space and knows how to find the open spot in the defense. He goes to the hole strong, has a good body and excels in a team environment that allows him to use his strengths and smarts to his advantage. Although lacking in overall athleticism, he competes well on the defensive end and works hard on the boards.

84. Kirk Van Slyke 6'8"-185 4

The Woodlands College Park: KIRK is a very skilled big-man who can step out and shoot it with a smooth stroke. He will knock down the elbow jumper at the high post, can step out and hit the 3 point shot, is a very good passer from out top and sees the open man. He works hard on the boards, competes well on the defensive end and has long arms. He has a very good feel for the game and is fundamentally sound.

85. Julian Boyd 6'6"-210 4

San Antonio Taft: JULIAN is a strong paint player with a blue-collar work ethic and attitude. He is very competitive on the boards, works hard for position, physically competes on the defensive end and runs the floor hard. He can step out and hit the 10-12 footer but he gets most of his offense by working the offensive glass and finishing off guard penetration and dishes at the rim. He has good hands, will step in and take the charge and will hit the floor for loose balls.

86. Quincy Diggs 6'5"-180 3/2

Plano East: QUINCY is a player who has yet to tap into his full potential and show how good he could be. He is a long and athletic wing who can stroke it out to the 3 point line, runs the floor very well and has the length and athleticism to really impact a game.

87. Neil Duvall 6'6" 4

Southlake Carroll: NEIL is a strong built player who plays very physical. He battles on both ends of the court for rebounds and throws his body around. He has a nice lefty stroke from 15 feet out and will knock down the open three. He doesn't mind mixes it up down low inside the paint and working for easy buckets.

88. Fred Hunter 6'4"-225 3

Denton: FRED is a talented wing who has the tools and talent to be very good when he is fully focused. He has a nice stroke with 3 point range, can hit the mid-range jumper and has a very strong and powerful body to bull his way to the rim. He has good hands, keeps rebounds alive with tips and uses his size to get position on the boards. He has a good feel for the game at the offensive end. He had to play junior varsity ball due to transfer rules his junior year, so this year, he could be in for a big season.

89. Charles "CJ" McElrath 6'2"-170 1/2

Grapevine: CJ is a slashing guard who can create off the dribble and gets into the heart of the defense with his penetration. He is a good finisher at the rim against paint players, takes contact and finishes strong, has a soft touch in the paint and will knock down the mid-range jumper. He has good speed in the open court, pushes the ball well and will hit the open man. He has really improved his overall game during the last year and looks to carry the growth as a player into his senior season.

90. Bonner McDermott 6'7"-235 5

Dallas Highland Park: BONNER is a big-bodied paint player who moves deceptively well for his size. He is a good finisher around the goal, has a nice touch on the face up jumper and despite lacking quickness, has good feet and moves to get to the rim and finish in traffic. He works hard to get position on the block, is fundamentally sound in the paint, boxes out well on the boards and plays hard. He isn't flashy but he gets good results and makes an impact with his effort and solid skill level.

91. Andre Jackson 6'8"-240 5

Dallas Pinkston: ANDRE is a big-bodied paint player who can really take up space and move bodies around in the lane. He works to move the defense under the goal, finishes right around the rim and uses his body to get easy buckets and get under the rim for rebounds. He has the width and strength to set screens and create space for his teammates and he has good hands and feet.

92. Brandon Sebirumbi 6'8"-215 5/4

Keller Central: BRANDON is a long and lean lefty who operates on the low block. He can finish with either hand around the rim and has a soft touch but is still raw with his back to the basket moves. He contests shots in the lane, is a nice rebounder and runs the floor hard. He has the length to keep balls alive off the glass and can score off the offensive boards.

93. DaJon McKnight 6'4"-195 2/3

Dallas Skyline: DAJON is a do-it-all type player who excels at both ends of the floor. He is always in the middle of the play coming up with loose rebounds for put backs or creating problems with his energetic and lively body. He has a soft touch on the mid-range jumper, can slash and finish at the rim, runs the floor hard and gets easy buckets with his hard work and nose for the ball. He rebounds well for his size, is a solid and hard working defender and has a strong body.

94. Trey Anderson 6'1"-180 1/2

Hebron: TREY is a good athlete who can slash and finish in the paint or knock down the perimeter jumper. He has a smooth jumper with good elevation on his release, has a very good mid-range game, can put it on the floor from 15 feet and will hit the open 3 point shot. He can handle the ball in the open court, runs the lanes well in transition and is a good passer.

95. Victor Leak 6'7"-230 5/4

Flower Mound Marcus: VICTOR is a strong bodied paint player who does most of his damage in the paint and on the offensive glass. He is a good finisher inside 10 feet, has a soft touch around the rim, runs the floor well for his size and competes well on the boards. He has the physical strength to defend on the low block, challenges shots in the paint and can be used to set screens and create space for shooters.

96. Steve Kohli 6'8"-220 4/5

El Paso Hanks: STEVE is a lively paint player who runs the floor well and works hard at both ends. He has a soft touch from 15 feet, can step out and hit the open 3 point shot, has solid moves in the low post and gets buckets off the offensive glass. He is lively rebounder who works to get loose rebounds, challenges shots in the paint and moves well in the lane.

97. Rundell Mauge 6'10"-210 5

Fort Worth Christian: RUNDELL is a long and very lean player from the Carribean region who is just learning the game. He played his first year in American last season and has made tremendous strides in the short time he has been here. He has a very long reach to contest shots in the paint and can pull in rebounds in his area. He is raw offensively but is starting to make some moves with his back to the basket and has a nice touch around the rim. RUNDELL had to return home as a foreign exchange student and will not be playing in Texas this season.

98. Josh Leuchtag 6'4" 2/3

Houston Lamar: JOSH is a solid wing who competes hard and just makes plays all over the court. He is a good athlete, has a quick first step to the hole, can create of the dribble and finishes strong at the rim. He gets good elevation on his perimeter jumper, can pull-up off the dribble, handles the ball very well and is a good passer. He has good speed in the open court, finishes well in transition and has quick hands on defense.

99. Richard Brown 6'2"-170 2

Houston Madison: RICHARD is a solid player who can knock down shots and do a lot of little things throughout the game. He can shoot it out to the 3 point line, can put it on the floor and get to the rim, finishes strong at the rim and runs the floor well in transition. He has a solid body, goes to the boards well for his size, can push it up the court on the break and is a good passer. He competes well on defense and has quick hands.

100 Jonathan West 6'6"-195 4

Plano East: JONATHAN is a strong and smart player. He is good at setting the high screen and pop out to hit the three pointer. He is a good rebounder and has good skill from the perimeter for his size and will take a smaller forward down on the block. He runs the floor hard, will play solid defense, and finishes with a soft stroke on the offensive end. He has verbally committed to West Point.

GoMeanGreen1999 · September 21, 2007

How many of these kids list us as one of their favorites?

Censored by Laurie · September 21, 2007

Watch out for the Scots of Highland Park & the Knights of Dallas Kimball; the most talented teams in the metroplex (with 4 each of the state's top 100 seniors)
1. J'Mison Morgan 6'11"-265 5

Dallas South Oak Cliff :BOBO is a dominant force in the lane at both ends as he can control traffic to the rim with his wide body. When he puts his body on the defense he can back his way down to the rim and turn around for the easy finish at the goal. He is very agile and athletic for a player his size, has good hands and runs the floor well. He has the ability to dominate the boards and he stops all penetration from getting to the rim with his shot blocking ability. He has solid post moves and continues to reshape his body.
2. J'Covan Brown 6'3"-175 2/1
Port Arthur Memorial: J'COVAN is a super talented scorer who can be a dominant player. He is incredibly tough to contain off the dribble, has excellent body control in the paint, can hang and take contact and still finish around the rim. He has deep 3 point range, is capable of getting hot and knocking down shots from anywhere out to 25 feet. He is a good passer, has very good speed in the open floor, sees the floor well and has a good feel for where his teammates are. He has excellent hands, gets lots of deflections and steals and plays with a very confident swagger. He missed the summer season with a broken foot but has the talent to come back and dominate. J'Covan Brown
3. Anthony Jones 6'10-200 4/3
Houston Yates: ANTHONY is a long and lean player who prefers to play facing up and floating out to the 3 point line. He has a smooth lefty stroke, can hit the open 3 point shot, can create his shot off the dribble and finishes well in the paint with his long wiry frame. He runs the floor very well, can finish on the break, is a good leaper and is very agile with good hands and feet. He is a very good shot blocker, has a good skill level and is a good passing big man. As his body fills out he will have the strength to really compete in the paint and be a game changing type of performer. He has verbally committed to Baylor.
4. Quincy Acy 6'8"-210 4/5
Mesquite Horn: QUINCY is a big-time athlete with explosive leaping ability and an active and energetic body. He is a tremendous finisher at the rim, attacks the goal aggressively, is quick off the floor and is always looking to finish with a strong and authoritative dunk. He is still raw with his back to the basket and facing up from 10 feet and out but has shown improvement and more comfort level in those areas. He is a tremendous rebounder who can snatch balls off the rim, is an excellent shot block and is very fast in the open court.
5. Ian Markolf 7'1"-265 5
San Antonio Churchill: IAN is a true center with a physical nature and a toughness to really compete in the paint. He really knows how hold his position on the block, gets down low and gets his body into the defense to call for the ball, has a feel for where the defense is and knows what he wants to do when he catches the ball with his back to the basket. He has a soft touch on the low block, makes good strong post moves, will kick it out to the open man out of the double team and gets wide and balanced on the boards. He runs the floor well for his size, is a nice shot blocker and has good footwork and hands. He has verbally committed to WISCONSIN.
6. Demetri Goodson 6'0"-160 1
Klein Collins: DEMETRI is a floor general who keeps everyone involved and can take over a game with his ability to create and dish for easy buckets. He sees the floor tremendously, is always looking to get someone an open look, has great court vision and is a pure point guard with great basketball savvy. He is very quick with the ball, has good speed in the open court, is very tough to contain one-on-one off the dribble and is very instinctive with the ball. He scores well in the lane for his size, knows how to draw contact and get to the line and has an assortment of fakes and crossover moves to keep the defense off balance. He can hit the open 3 point shot but doesn't look for his offense first.
7. Phillip McDonald 6'3"-180 2
Cypress Springs: PHILLIP is a big-time offensive threat with a deadly combination of athleticism and shooting. He can really elevate and stroke it from deep 3 point range, can create his own shot off the dribble and has the spring to get into the paint and finish over the defense. He has good speed, can fill the lanes in transition, finishes strong on the break and can pull-up and hit the mid-range jumper. He is a very good rebounding guard, is a good passer, sees the floor well and has the ability to really defend on the wing. He has verbally committed to New Mexico.
8. Jeremy Green 6'4"-180 2
Austin Bowie: JEREMY is a sound and solid all-around player who understands the game. He is a very good shooter with a smooth and compact 3 point stroke, elevates well on his shot and has the size to score over the defense. He knows how to work to find the open spot in the defense, runs the lanes well on the break and can spot up for the 3 or take it to the rim and finish. He is a good leaper, is a good rebounder from the wing, can handle the ball against pressure and has the length and athleticism to defend on the perimeter. He has verbally committed to STANFORD.
9. David Kyles 6'3"-170 2/1
Dallas Kimball: DAVID is a big time athlete who is just overflowing with natural talent and upside athleticism. He is very fast in the open court with the ball, can create and finish over the top of the defense and can pull up for the 15-17 footer with good elevation on his jumper. He has a nice stroke out to the 3 point line and will be a very tough stop once he starts hitting the 3 point shot more consistently. He is an excellent finisher with contact, rebounds well for his size, is an excellent leaper and makes explosive plays in the open court. He has more of a shooting guards mentality and has the potential to be a very difficult match-up if he becomes a true point guard.
10. Chris Babb 6'5"-200 3/1/2
Arlington Oak Ridge: CHRIS is a very strong built perimeter player who saw his stock really rise over the summer with solid and consistent play. He has a versatile offensive game, is a very good shooter who can stroke it from the 3 point line, can create from the wing off the dribble and has the strength to finish in the paint with contact. He is a good ball handler who can step out and play a point forward type position, sees the floor well and is a good passer. He has the size and strength to compete on the boards, has a good understanding of the game and is a solid defender on the wing.

11. Corbin Ray 6'8"-215 4
Katy Taylor: CORBIN is a very cerebral player who really understands the game at the offensive end of the floor. He has a complete offensive game with solid low post moves, a nice touch on the mid-range jumper and a sweet stroke from behind the 3 point line. He is a savvy player, knows how to work to the open spot, is a very good passer and is very effective setting high screens and popping out to the 3 point line. He works hard on the boards, challenges shots in the paint and uses his body well to compete. He lacks overall athletic ability but makes up for it with good decisions and hard work. He has verbally committed to TEXAS TECH.
12. Dwight Milller 6'8"-220 4/5
Houston St. Pius: DWIGHT is a strong paint player who is just starting to emerge as a dominant player in the paint. He is an aggressive rebounder, works hard for position on the low block, contests shots well and will battle on the defensive end. He can operate with his back to the basket, has a nice touch from 12-15 feet and can step out and hit the open 3 point shot. He runs the floor well, has good hands, is very agile for his size and could be a steal if he continues to improve over the next few years as he has in the last 12 months.

13. Courtney Jackson 6'6"-190 4
Paris: COURTNEY is a raw athlete with very good spring and bounce around the goal. He is quick to the rim from 15 feet, can explode and finish over the defense with a strong 2 hand finish, has quick post moves and uses fakes and good foot work around the rim. He is a good rebounder, can block shots and runs the floor very well. He has a very long and athletic body, is always around the ball in the paint and has improved his 15 feet touch and ball skills over the last year.
14. Cotton Giles 6'3"-185 1/2
Dallas Kimball: COTTON is a solid all-around player who does a little bit of everything to help his team win. He has very good size from the point guard position, can see over the defense, handles it well against pressure and gets it to the open man. He has a smooth stroke out to the 3 point line, can knock down the mid-range jumper and can create his shot off the dribble and finish in traffic. He is a versatile defender who can guard on the ball or on the wing, is a good rebounder from the guard position and comes up with loose balls and steals with his length and athleticism.
15. Zach Williams 6'4"-180 3/2
Dallas Skyline: ZACH is a slashing athlete with one of the best mid-range games in the state from the wing. He is a very good shooter from 15-17 feet, can slash to the rim and finishes strong in traffic. He is aggressive on the boards, get buckets with his quickness to the offensive glass, is a good leaper and is a solid perimeter defender. He handles the ball very well, is a good passer and could play some minutes as a point forward type player.
16. Kevin Butler 6'5"-200 3/4
Duncanville: KEVIN is a very good athlete with a strong body and a nose for the ball. He is quick to the hole from 15-17 feet, has a nice stroke out to the 3 point line, finishes well on the break and can create and finish with contact at the rim. He has an active and energetic body, comes up with loose balls, is an aggressive rebounder and a solid defender. He is willing to play his role and just makes plays to help his team win.
17. Trent Rogers 6'3"-170 2
Houston Strake Jesuit: TRENT is a very good spot up shooter who can find the open spot in the defense and make them pay. He has a smooth stroke, moves wells without the ball and knocks down jumpers off screens. He can put it on the floor and hit the mid-range jumper or create and dish it out to the open man. He handles the ball very well in the open court, sees the floor well and can push it in transition. He has good speed and quickness, long arms and quick hands to disrupt on the defensive end.
18. Damaruis "Shug" Jones 6'2"-180 2
Dallas Pinkston: SHUG has a scorer's mentality from the time he walks out of the locker room until the final horn blows. He can get hot and score in bunches from anywhere on the court. He isn't shy to take a shot anytime from anywhere. He has a smooth 3 point stroke, uses pump fakes well to create space to get his shot off, works well off baseline screens and can catch and get a shot off very quickly. He has improved his ability to create his offense and has made strides on the defensive and rebounding sides of the ball.
19. Troy Alexander 6'1"-170 1
Dallas Highland Park: TROY is a steady and heady floor leader who always knows where his teammates are and does a tremendous job of setting them up for scoring opportunities. He is an excellent ball handler, protects the ball well against pressure defense, values the ball each position and understands the importance of getting good shots in the offense. He is a smart player with excellent basketball savvy and court awareness. He works hard on defense and has a solid build and he is a pass first point guard. Troy has verbally committed to SANTA CLARA.
20. Myles Walker 6'9"-260 5
San Antonio Antonian: MYLES is a thick and strong paint player who could really turn into an elite basketball prospect. He currently plays football but has the skills, size and strength to be a force in the paint at the college level if he focuses on basketball. He uses his body well to clear space on the boards, is a strong and aggressive rebounder, has the body to physically compete on defense, challenges shots well and is very agile for his size. He runs the floor well, has good hands, finishes well around the goal and makes strong moves to the hole. His overall game needs some refining but his combination of agility and size make him a very intriguing prospect. He wants to play basketball in college.
21. Chris Hines 6'0"-170 2/1
Klein Forest: CHRIS is a very solid built guard who knows how to run a team or score from the wing. He is strong with the ball off the dribble, can break down the defense and hit the open man, can push it in the open court and sees up the floor. He is a very good shooter, has a smooth stroke from the 3 point line and can get hot and really light it up. He has a good understanding of the game, makes good decisions with the ball and plays a solid game at the defensive end. He has verbally committed to UTAH.
22. Tourre Murry 6'2"-160 2/1
Klein Forest: TOURRE saw his stock shoot threw the roof this summer as he showed a whole new level to his game. He has grown significantly in the last 6 months and is playing with a new confidence and zip to his game. He is a very good shooter who can really stroke it from the 3 point line, can put it on the floor and finish in the paint, has good speed in the open court and can handle it and makes good decision with the ball. He has very long arms, gets a lot of deflections and steals, will sneak in and grab some rebounds from the wing and has a good understanding of the game. He has verbally committed to WICHITA STATE.
23. Melvin Johnson 6'4"-160 2
Red Oak: MELVIN is a pure shooter who is a threat from anywhere on the court. He has a smooth jumper and deep range from behind the 3 point line. He has a long and lean basketball body, runs the floor well, knows how to work without the ball and spots up on the break for the open 3 point shot. He has a quick release and isn't afraid to take big shots. He has the athletic ability to impact the game in other areas.
24. John Bowman 6'4"-195 2/1/3
Mesquite Horn: JOHN is a solid all-around player with explosive athletic ability in the paint and a strong body. He has the ability to slash to the goal and finish strong over the rim. He has a smooth stroke from 16-18 feet, can create space off the dribble and uses his strong body to get into the paint and finish. He runs the lanes very well, is an excellent finisher in transition and has the ball skills to lead the break and find the open man. He has the athletic ability to defend on the wing and the body to compete in the paint and rebound. He brings a solid performance to the court every game and contributes in many ways.
25. Antuan Bootle 6'7"-245 5
Houston St. Thomas: ANTUAN is a very thick and strong paint player that can hold off the defense. He has a nose for the ball, goes and gets loose rebounds, knows how to use his body to create space in the paint and can clog up the lane defensively. He has nice moves on the low post, has a soft touch from 10 feet, works hard to get position and has a knack for scoring in traffic. He lacks great elevation due to his body style but really knows how to use his size to his advantage.
26. Jonathon Simmons 6'4"-175 3/2
Houston Smiley: JONATHON is a long and athletic wing who makes plays all over the court with his reach and active body. He is a slasher in the open court, loves to get to the rim and finish in transition, has very good speed and handles it well in the open floor. He has good bounce off the dribble, can elevate for the mid-range jumper, finishes high in traffic and runs the lanes very well. He has solid ball skills, can break down the defense and creates steals and pressure on the defensive end with his length and athleticism.
27. Kendall Timmons 6'4"-185 3/2
Fort Worth Southwest: KENDALL is a good athlete with a versatile offensive game. He has a nice stroke out to the 3 point line, can create his shot off the dribble and hit the mid-range jumper and can take it to the rim and finish. He is a good scorer in transition, runs the floor well and has the athletic ability to finish over the rim. He is a nice rebounder from the wing and can handle it in the open court.
28. Anthony Hill 6'0"-170 1/2
Plano East: ANTHONY is a floor leader who can really handle the ball but can also take up the scoring slack when needed. He has very good speed and quickness in the open floor, can push the ball up court and sees the floor well. He keeps his teammates involved but also looks to score when he gets in the paint. He can hang and take contact well and still finish, has a nice stroke with 3 point range and can pull up and hit the 15 footer. He has a good overall feel for the game and when he needs to be a distributor and when he needs to score. He has verbally committed to RICE.
29. Brian Talley 5'9"-155 1
Duncanville: BRIAN is a jet quick point guard with excellent speed in the open court. He changes the tempo of the game with his ability to push the ball and create scoring opportunities for his teammates. He sees the floor very well, hits the open man for easy buckets and can finish in the paint despite his size. He is an excellent shooter with a smooth stroke from the 3 point line, has a quick release and is a very pesky and quick defender on the ball.
30. Kevin Foster 6'2"-190 2
Katy Morton Ranch: KEVIN is a big-time shooter who can really stroke it and scores in bunches when he gets hot. He has a smooth stroke from behind the 3 point line, can catch and shoot it out to 25 feet, likes to run the floor and spot up in transition and works well without the ball. He has a good feel of how to get open, uses screens well and uses fakes to create space and get his shot off. He handles the ball well, sees the floor and will give it up to the open man. He has verbally committed to SANTA CLARA.
31. Xavier Roberson 6'2"-175 1/2
Lufkin: XAVIER is a strong built guard who can play a physical game at the guard position. He has good speed in the open court, can break down the defense off the dribble and has the physical strength to stay on course to the bucket with contact. He finishes strong in traffic, has a smooth stroke and can shoot it very well with 3 point range. He is a good distributor, sees up the floor and is a solid defender. He is very athletic and continues to slide along under the radar in far east Texas.
32. Brad Hambrick 6'1"-170 1/2
Sherman: BRAD is a very good scorer who can get hot and stroke it from behind the 3 point line. He has good speed in the open floor, can push it and score in the paint with floaters and short jumpers and is a streaky 3 point shooter who can score in bunches. He has a good feel for the game, can handle it and sees up the floor well. He is more of a scoring guard than a point.
33. RoShun Jackson 6'6"-180 3
San Antonio Madison: ROSHUN is an athletic finisher who runs the floor well and finishes well in the open court. He has a soft touch on floaters in the paint, can spot up and hit the open 3 point shot and can create and hit the mid-range jumper. He is a very long athlete, is a nice rebounder, handles it well for his size and has a long and lean basketball build. He has the athleticism and potential to be a very good player if he plays with more consistent energy and aggressiveness.
34. Emerson Herndon 6'9"-240 5
Houston Worthing: EMERSON is a developing big man with the size and frame to be a space eater in the paint. He is raw offensively, finishes well around the rim and on offensive putbacks but lacks moves with his back to the basket. He has a wide and strong body, can push people off the block defensively and runs the floor well for his size. He is a nice rebounder and contests shots well in the paint. He has nice coordination to go with a body that can be a force in the paint.
35. Andrew Davis 6'8"-210 4/5
Garland Christian: ANDREW is a sleeper player who burst on the scene with a strong spring followed by a steady summer. He is a hard working paint player who gets things done with his blue-collar work ethic and energetic style. He has very good touch in the paint, has solid moves on the low block, makes quick moves to the hole and can step out to the 3 point line and hit the open shot. He is an aggressive rebounder who goes and finds loose balls off the glass, has good hands and feet, runs the floor well and can finish over the rim on the break. He will only get better with strength and with strong daily competition to push his development.
36. Chris Johnson 6'7"-195 3
San Antonio Brackenridge: CHRIS is a very talented big wing who has raw talent. He has a smooth stroke out to the 3 point line, can hit the mid-range jumper and has the size and strength to finish on the low block. He runs the floor very well for his size, is a good finisher in transition and handles the ball well enough to start the break off the defensive glass. He is a good rebounder, has the body and athleticism to defend in the paint and on the perimeter and has a good skill level.
37. Tre Nichols 5'11"-155 1
Killeen: TRE is a very quick and fast point guard who loves to push the ball in the open court. He sees up the floor very well, makes good decisions on the break and gets it to players where they can score. He can break down the defense at anytime, has a soft touch in the paint, can find teammates in traffic and can pull-up for the 15-17 footer. He plays the game at full speed and loves to use his hands and feet on the defensive end. He has verbally committed to TEXAS STATE.
38. Anthony Miles 5'11"-160 1
Clear Brook: ANTHONY is a quick and elusive point guard who saw his stock rise with steady and solid play all summer. He has a very good feel for the game, sees up the floor well, can push the ball in the transition game and finds the open man. He can break down the defense, scores well in the paint despite his size, has a soft touch on floaters and can shoot it with 3 point range. He handles the ball well versus pressure, makes good decisions and has quick hands on defense.
39. Gary Cox 6'6"-195 3
Aldine Nimitz: GARY is a very good athlete who excels in the open court game. He has an active body that is always around the ball in the paint, comes up with loose rebounds and gets easy buckets on trash and offensive boards. He runs the lanes very well, can finish strong on the break, handles it well in the open court and can get into the paint off the dribble. He has a nice mid-range jumper and will hit the open 3 point shot.
40. Bandon Williams 6'1"-165 2/1
Aldine: BRANDON is a smooth player who can create off the dribble and get his own shot or dish it to the open man for easy buckets. He is a very good shooter with 3 point range, can create space and get his own shot and can get hot and take over a game with his offensive ability. He handles the ball well, can push it up court and makes good decisions with the ball. He has verbally committed to LOUISIANA - MONROE.
41. Terry Bembry 6'7"-220 4/3
Fort Bend Bush: TERRY is a very talented and skilled player who has the potential to rise up the charts. He has the size and skills to create mis-matches on the perimeter or on the low block. He has solid low post moves, is quick to the hole and has a nice touch. He can step out to 15-17 feet and hit the open shot, can create off the dribble and runs the floor very well. He is a good rebounder and shot blocker and has a good basketball build.
42. Bassel Bawji 6'8" 4
Klein Collins: BASSEL is a big and strong built forward. He has a good stroke behind the three point line. He uses good fundamental moves away from the basket to get by a defender, he works hard on both ends of the court. He is a good rebounder and uses his body on the interior of the paint to create room for easy baskets. He is a transfer from Cypress Christian.

43. Logan Lancon 6'3"-200 3
Clear Creek: LOGAN is a deceptive athlete who can get into the paint and elevate and finish strong in traffic. He moves well without the ball, understands how to work off his teammates to get open and can create his shot by using fakes and quick dribbles to create separation. He has a smooth stroke from behind the 3 point line, can pull-up from 15 feet and takes it strong to the hole. He is a good leaper, works hard for position on the boards and has the strength to compete and hold his position on defense. He has verbally committed to TCU.
44. Kevin Smith 6'5"-215 4
Plano East: KEVIN is a very good athlete with a high motor and physical toughness. He is an aggressive paint player, is very quick to the ball, goes after every rebound and runs the floor very hard. He has a soft touch inside 10 feet, is quick to the rim off the block, is quick off the floor and has the body to finish strong with contact. He is always around the ball in the paint, is a good shot blocker for his size and competitive edge to his team. He has verbally committed to LIBERTY.
45. Ryan Baker 6'4"-190 3
Cy Fair: RYAN is a strong built wing who can shoot it out to 18 feet or slash to the rim and score in the paint. He has a quick first step to the hole, has the body to finish in traffic and has a smooth stroke on the perimeter jumper. He can push the ball in the open court, sees up the floor well and runs the lanes hard in transition. He is a good rebounder from the wing and has the body to match up and defend on the perimeter.
46. Gerayl Sanders 6'4"-225 3/1
Dallas Lincoln: GERAYL is a very talented athlete who had a solid summer and has a lot to prove as he takes the court this season. He had to play JV ball last season due to transfer rules. He is a strong and physical guard who can take contact and still get to the rim, finishes well in the paint and has good vision to dish to the open man in traffic. He can knock down the open 3 point shot, handles the ball well in the open court and sees the floor well.
47. James Bzlasczyk 6'10"-200 5/4
Friendswood: JAMES is a long and thin paint player with good skills and a soft touch out to 18 feet. He runs the floor well, competes on the boards, contests shots in the paint and will mix it up physically on the low block. He has a nice touch on the low block, works well on the offensive glass and can step out and hit the face up jumper. He has verbally committed to TCU.
48. Travis Jones 6'3"-180 3
Georgetown: TRAVIS is a very skilled lefty who can score in many ways. He has a smooth stroke with 3 point range, can run off baseline screens and hit the corner jumper, can create his shot off the dribble and is a good finisher in transition. He has a long and lean frame, slashes and finishes with good body control and is a very good passer who can see over the top of the defense. He has very good speed and handles the ball well.
49. Jon Miller 6'5"-185 2/1
Flower Mound Marcus: JON is a very heady player with an excellent stroke and a quick release. He works well off baseline screens, can catch and shoot quickly and has the size to shoot over the top of a defender. He has deep 3 point range, uses fakes to step in and hit the mid-range jumper and has a very good understanding of the game. He can move to the point and handle the ball against pressure defense, sees the floor well and has a good basketball instincts. He is always willing to make the easy and smart play to help his team. He has verbally committed to TEXAS - ARLINGTON.
50. Allyn Cooks 5'10"-155 1
Bryan: ALLYN is a jet in the open court who is always playing at top speed. He loves to push the ball in the open court, can fly from end to end with the ball in his hands and stays under control while playing at this fast pace. He is a good finisher in the paint despite his size, beats the defense down court for easy buckets in transition, can hit the open 16-18 footer and kicks it out to the open man when in the paint. He is a very pesky defender with quick hands and will be very tough to defend as he develops a more consistent perimeter touch.
51. Chris Otule 6'9"-225 5
Fort Bend Bush: CHRIS is a raw prospect with a ton of upside potential. He is a big bodied paint player, has very good hands and feet for a player his size, is quick off the floor and a very good shot blocker. He keeps rebounds alive off the glass, runs the floor pretty well and has long arms. He is still raw offensively mainly relying on his length and size to get buckets right around the goal. He is a very intriguing prospect who could continue to improve as he puts all the pieces together.
52. Joseph Lawson 6'2"-200 4/3
Houston Madison: JOSEPH is a springy and bouncy athlete who is always around the goal making plays. He has a lively body, comes up with loose rebounds and loose balls. He is a quick leaper, scores with put backs and athletic finishes over the rim. He has good hands, is quick to the hole from 12-15 feet and can take one or two quick dribbles and finish with two hands over the rim. He is a good rebounder and uses his athleticism and solid body to defend in the paint or out on the perimeter.
53. Branden Harrison 6'8"-195 4
Houston Milby: BRANDEN is a very long and trim player who can step out and play facing the basket. He has a nice stroke with 3 point range, is a good passer from the high post and top of the key, scores well in the paint with his long reach and is very agile for his size. He competes well on the boards despite his thin frame, is a good shot blocker and has an active body. He has a good upside with his skills and shot. He has verbally committed to EASTERN MICHIGAN.
54. Brandon Provost 6'3"-170 2
Katy Seven Lakes: BRANDON made a name for himself this summer with his consistent long range shooting and overall athleticism. He is an excellent catch and shoot guard who can really stroke it from deep 3 point range. He works well without the ball, runs off baseline screens and sets himself up well to get the shot off quickly. He runs the floor well in transition, can spot up on the break or catch it on the wing and take it strong to the hole. He has good spring, elevates well on his jumper and has a solid basketball build with long arms.
55. Mike Webb 6'6"-195 4
Dallas Kimball: MIKE is a very good athlete who looks to finish with two hands at the rim at every opportunity. He is raw offensviely on the low block and looks to use his quick leaping ability and athleticism to get to the rim. He is an explosive leaper, can run the floor and finish on the break and gets easy buckets off the offensive glass. He is a very good rebounder and can really block shots.
56. Darian Thibodeaux 6'2"-170 2
Dallas Kimball: DARIAN is a good shooter who works well along the baseline to get open looks out of the corner. He has a smooth 3 point stroke, can create of the dribble and takes it to the rim strong. He likes to play in an up-tempo game, scores well in transition and scores in bunches. He can handle the ball in the open court, is a nice rebounder for his size and plays with confidence.
57. Eric Milam 6'7"-200 4
Clear Brook: ERIC is a hard working paint player who doesn't do anything flashy but is a very productive player. He always seems to be around loose balls, keeps rebounds alive with tips and will compete on the boards and on defense in the paint. He gets buckets off the offensive glass, has nice low post moves and a soft touch inside 10 feet. He contests shots well, runs the floor hard and has a nose for the ball that puts him in the middle of everything.
58. Connor Frizzelle 6'1"-175 2/1
DeSoto: CONNOR is an excellent shooter who can get hot and hit shots from anywhere. He has a smooth stroke from behind the 3 point arc, has a quick catch and release, works well off screens and understands the game at the offensive end. He is a gritty competitor, handles the ball well against pressure and is a good passer. He has a high basketball IQ, will get on the floor for loose balls and works hard on defense.
59. Tim Meadows 6'3"-175 3/2
Crowley: TIM is an intriguing athlete with very good bounce and spring in the paint. He can create off the dribble and finish in the lane against bigger players, goes to the hole strong and can really elevate when he gets to the rim. He is a good rebounder and gets points off the offensive glass, runs the floor well and finishes on the break. He has the athletic ability to really defend on the perimeter and can handle it in the open floor.
60. Tarron Hassell 6'3"-185 2
Arlington Sam Houston: TARRON is a very good shooter with deep three point range. He has the size and elevation on his jumper to get his shot off anytime. He works off the ball and is very good at spotting up on the break and hitting the open perimeter jumper. He can create off the dribble and finish in the paint, has a solid build and good athleticism.
61. Jordan Kinnear 6'10"-240 5
Canyon Randall: JORDAN is a big bodied paint player who can eat up space in front of the rim. He uses his body well to hold his position on the low block, has the size to compete physically on defense and rebounds well within his area. He has good foot work with solid post moves, has very good hands, likes to step out and play from the high post and top of the key and is a very good passer. He has a soft touch from the perimeter with 3 point range and can be used to set high screens and pop for the open shot. He has verbally committed to TEXAS -ARLINGTON.
62. Ben Knox 6'8"-215 5
Arlington Grace Prep: BEN is a developing big man who has shown signs of being ready to have a very good season. He knows how to work for position on the low block, can catch and finish inside 10 feet, has a nice touch around the goal and can kick it out off the low block. He is a good rebounder and shot blocker and moves well for a big man. He is still developing in many areas but shows signs of understanding the game and will get better at the next level as he is challenged by big bodies everyday in practice.
63. Austin Brown 6'3"-185 4/3
Lewisville: AUSTIN is a big-time athlete who excels in the open court where he can use his leaping ability and active body. He flies to the boards for rebounds, can go straight up and rebound at the rim, is a good shot blocker and a strong and physical defender. He loves to finish on the break, is a powerful dunker, gets a lot of put backs on the offensive glass and is quick to the hole. He is undersized right now for his offensive skill set but with improved ball skills and a mid-range game, he could rise to a mid-major prospect.
64. Elliot Lloyd 6'2"-175 2/1
Klein Forest: ELLIOT is a excellent shooter who can get hot and really light it up from behind the 3 point line. He has a quick catch and release, has a smooth stroke and is capable of scoring in bunches when he is in a rhythm. He can handle the ball against pressure, finds the open man and is an unselfish player. He plays with a lot of energy, is always pursuing loose balls, works hard on defense and will contribute on the boards from the guard position.
65. Jesse Sanders 6'2"-190 2/1
HCYA (Home School): JESSE is a hard-nosed player who just competes all over the court and is a team leader with his toughness and energy. He has a strong body, uses his strength to get into the lane, can score in traffic and is very good at finding the open shooter and setting them up for open looks. He is a good ball handler, can knock down the open perimeter shot out to the 3 point line and sees the whole floor. He is a fundamentally sound player, has a good understanding of the game and will go into the lane and compete on the boards.
66. Travis Hallam 6'4"-195 4/3
Mesquite: TRAVIS is as tough and hard-nosed as they come. He is the type of player no one wants to play against but you love having on your team. He does all the dirty work to help his team win and gets under his opponents skin in the process. He will hit the 15 footer, goes to the hole strong and is very aggressive and tough on the boards. He is always looking to step in and take the charge, works hard on defense and fights for loose balls. Nothing he does is flashy but his effort, vocal leadership and toughness are intangibles every team needs.
67. PJ Colley 6'6"-175 4/3
North Crowley: PJ is an athletic player with a long and lean basketball build. He has a nice touch from 10-12 feet, gets buckets off the offensive glass and catches and finishes well around the rim. He has the ability to guard on the wing or go inside and compete on the boards. He has an active body, gets his hands on loose rebounds and loose balls and works on defense.
68. Tommie Tyler 6'2"-180 3/2
Langham Creek: TOMMIE is a very athletic wing who can slash to the hole and finish strong at the rim. He is a very good leaper, runs the lanes hard in transition, elevates and finishes high in traffic and can take contact and finish in the paint. He has a solid mid-range game, will pull up for the 15-17 foot jumper and will hit the open 3 point shot. He has good speed and quickness, has a solid basketball build and can defend on the wing.
69. Randy Lokemba 6'5"-175 3
San Antonio Sam Houston: RANDY is a very athletic player who thrives in the open court and in a style of game with a lot of freedom and up and down action. He has a quick first step to the hole, can break down the defense and finish in the paint, finds a crease in the defense and slithers his way to the rim with his long and lean frame. He can handle it in the open floor, goes to the boards well and is a solid defender with his length.
70. DeShaun Garrett 6'2"-190 2
Houston Wheatley: DESHAUN is a very quick and fast athlete who excels in an open court and up tempo style of game. He has a soft touch on floaters in the paint, can create off the dribble and looks to break down the defense and get into the lane. He is a streaky player with a scorers mentality, has a nice stroke out to the 3 point line and finishes very well in traffic. He plays with a lot of energy and speed and has a solid basketball build.
71. Chase Spruiell 6'6"-190 3
Princeton: CHASE is a crafty and smooth player who seems to float around the court with ease. He has good speed in the open floor, runs the lane and finishes well on the break, has a long reach and elevates well at the rim. He has a smooth stroke out to 18 feet, can create his shot off the dribble, is a good passer and understands the game.
72. Charlie Harper 6'4"-170 2/3
San Antonio Madison: CHARLIE is a good athlete with a long and lean body. He is a good open court player, runs the lanes well and can finish on the break. He has a smooth stroke out to the 3 point line, can pull-up off the dribble and hit the 15-17 footer and has good body control to finish in traffic. He is a nice rebounding guard, is a good leaper and handles it well in the open floor. He has the length to cause havoc on defense with deflections and steals.
73. Probese Leo 6'9"-210 5
Houston St. Puis: PROBESE is a raw and intriguing paint player. He is very active and always seems to be around the ball. He is learning the game and how to really compete on the boards and play physically on the defensive end. He has a strong body, has good agility and runs the floor well. He will need to develop more offense to his game but he is quick to the rim when he catches it in the paint, has a nice touch around the goal and stays after rebounds on the offensive glass.
74. Charlie Harper 6'4"-170 2/3
San Antonio Madison: STEVEN is a very talented paint player who has the ability to control the board and be a defensive stopper at the rim. He has good bounce around the rim, moves his feet well and is a very good shot blocker. He has solid post moves, has a soft touch from 12-15 feet and can pass it off the low block.
75. Nathan Gibbs 6'7"-225 4
DeSoto: NATHAN was a very promising prospect coming out of his sophomore year before tearing his ACL (along with other knee damage) which set his progress back. He played late in the summer as he tried to work his body back into basketball shape but he is still less than a year into his rehab. Before his knee injury, he had a soft touch from 12-15 feet, was a very good rebounder and a strong and physical paint player. He should be ready to step on the floor at full speed when the season starts as he seeks to return to his pre-injury form.
76. Cameron Moore 6'6"-175 3
San Antonio Roosevelt: CAMERON is a long and thin wing with good skills and a smooth stroke. He handles the ball very well for his size, can push the ball in the open court, sees the floor well and is a good passer. He likes the high post area where he has a soft touch from 15 feet, can step out and hit the open 3 point shot and has the length to finish in traffic. He has a nice upside with his combination of athleticism and skills.
77. Ella Ellis 6'5"-175 3
Aldine Eisenhower: ELLA is a long and very lean player who can score in the paint or step out on the perimeter and hit shots. He is crafty around the goal despite his thin frame, uses his length to finish around the rim, can hit the mid-range jumper and will knock down the open 3 point shot. He works hard on the boards, runs the floor well and has nice ball skills on the perimeter. He competes hard and will battle.
78. Drae Murray 5'10"-150 1
Huntsville PIC: DRAE is a very fast and quick point guard who loves to push the ball in the open court and create for his teammates. He has the speed to break down the defense at anytime, can finish in the paint with runners or hit the mid-range pull-up jumper. He sees up the floor well, finds the open man and has a good feel for the game. He continues to slide along under the radar as he had limited exposure during the summer. He has verbally committed to SAM HOUSTON STATE.
79. William Weathers 6'0"-155 1
Lewisville: WILLIAM is a very fast and athletic point guard who loves to fly around the court and use his speed to create havoc at both ends. He can push the ball up court, gets into the lane at anytime and can finish or hit the open man. He sees up the floor very well, can create his shot and hit the mid-range jumper and plays with a lot of energy. He loves to hound the ball defensively all over the court and uses his quick hands to get steals and deflections.
80. Chris Isles 5'10"-150 1
Alief Hastings: CHRIS has excellent speed and quickness. He loves to push the ball up court, is a smooth passer, sees the floor very well and keeps his teammates involved. He is an excellent ball handler, can break down the defense anytime and finishes well in the paint despite his size. He is a good shooter with 3 point range but looks to create and dish to the open man first.
81. Sterling Phillips 6'2"-185 1/2
Austin High: STERLING is a long and slithery athlete who just knows how to knife his way to the hole and finish in traffic. He is a creative offensive player who can get into the seams of the defense and cause problems, has a soft touch on floaters and short jumpers in the paint and will knock down the open 3 point shot. He has very good speed, can really push the ball in the open court, looks to get into the lane and hits the open man. He uses his athleticism well and has a good understanding of the game.
82. Pierce Edwards 6'5"-205 2/3
Dallas Highland Park: PIERCE is a solid all-around player who has the size and strength to get into the paint and score. He has a nice stroke from 15-17 feet, can hit the open 3 point shot and uses his body well to score in traffic. He works hard for position on the boards, runs the lanes hard, finishes strong on the break and is a good passer from the wing. He is a smart player who isn=t afraid to mix it up at both ends.
83. Matthew Edwards 6'2"-180 2
Dallas Highland Park: MATTHEW is a hard working player who moves well without the ball to get open. He can really stroke it beyond the 3 point line, uses screens well to create space and knows how to find the open spot in the defense. He goes to the hole strong, has a good body and excels in a team environment that allows him to use his strengths and smarts to his advantage. Although lacking in overall athleticism, he competes well on the defensive end and works hard on the boards.
84. Kirk Van Slyke 6'8"-185 4
The Woodlands College Park: KIRK is a very skilled big-man who can step out and shoot it with a smooth stroke. He will knock down the elbow jumper at the high post, can step out and hit the 3 point shot, is a very good passer from out top and sees the open man. He works hard on the boards, competes well on the defensive end and has long arms. He has a very good feel for the game and is fundamentally sound.
85. Julian Boyd 6'6"-210 4
San Antonio Taft: JULIAN is a strong paint player with a blue-collar work ethic and attitude. He is very competitive on the boards, works hard for position, physically competes on the defensive end and runs the floor hard. He can step out and hit the 10-12 footer but he gets most of his offense by working the offensive glass and finishing off guard penetration and dishes at the rim. He has good hands, will step in and take the charge and will hit the floor for loose balls.
86. Quincy Diggs 6'5"-180 3/2
Plano East: QUINCY is a player who has yet to tap into his full potential and show how good he could be. He is a long and athletic wing who can stroke it out to the 3 point line, runs the floor very well and has the length and athleticism to really impact a game.
87. Neil Duvall 6'6" 4
Southlake Carroll: NEIL is a strong built player who plays very physical. He battles on both ends of the court for rebounds and throws his body around. He has a nice lefty stroke from 15 feet out and will knock down the open three. He doesn't mind mixes it up down low inside the paint and working for easy buckets.
88. Fred Hunter 6'4"-225 3
Denton: FRED is a talented wing who has the tools and talent to be very good when he is fully focused. He has a nice stroke with 3 point range, can hit the mid-range jumper and has a very strong and powerful body to bull his way to the rim. He has good hands, keeps rebounds alive with tips and uses his size to get position on the boards. He has a good feel for the game at the offensive end. He had to play junior varsity ball due to transfer rules his junior year, so this year, he could be in for a big season.
89. Charles "CJ" McElrath 6'2"-170 1/2
Grapevine: CJ is a slashing guard who can create off the dribble and gets into the heart of the defense with his penetration. He is a good finisher at the rim against paint players, takes contact and finishes strong, has a soft touch in the paint and will knock down the mid-range jumper. He has good speed in the open court, pushes the ball well and will hit the open man. He has really improved his overall game during the last year and looks to carry the growth as a player into his senior season.
90. Bonner McDermott 6'7"-235 5
Dallas Highland Park: BONNER is a big-bodied paint player who moves deceptively well for his size. He is a good finisher around the goal, has a nice touch on the face up jumper and despite lacking quickness, has good feet and moves to get to the rim and finish in traffic. He works hard to get position on the block, is fundamentally sound in the paint, boxes out well on the boards and plays hard. He isn't flashy but he gets good results and makes an impact with his effort and solid skill level.
91. Andre Jackson 6'8"-240 5
Dallas Pinkston: ANDRE is a big-bodied paint player who can really take up space and move bodies around in the lane. He works to move the defense under the goal, finishes right around the rim and uses his body to get easy buckets and get under the rim for rebounds. He has the width and strength to set screens and create space for his teammates and he has good hands and feet.
92. Brandon Sebirumbi 6'8"-215 5/4
Keller Central: BRANDON is a long and lean lefty who operates on the low block. He can finish with either hand around the rim and has a soft touch but is still raw with his back to the basket moves. He contests shots in the lane, is a nice rebounder and runs the floor hard. He has the length to keep balls alive off the glass and can score off the offensive boards.
93. DaJon McKnight 6'4"-195 2/3
Dallas Skyline: DAJON is a do-it-all type player who excels at both ends of the floor. He is always in the middle of the play coming up with loose rebounds for put backs or creating problems with his energetic and lively body. He has a soft touch on the mid-range jumper, can slash and finish at the rim, runs the floor hard and gets easy buckets with his hard work and nose for the ball. He rebounds well for his size, is a solid and hard working defender and has a strong body.
94. Trey Anderson 6'1"-180 1/2
Hebron: TREY is a good athlete who can slash and finish in the paint or knock down the perimeter jumper. He has a smooth jumper with good elevation on his release, has a very good mid-range game, can put it on the floor from 15 feet and will hit the open 3 point shot. He can handle the ball in the open court, runs the lanes well in transition and is a good passer.
95. Victor Leak 6'7"-230 5/4
Flower Mound Marcus: VICTOR is a strong bodied paint player who does most of his damage in the paint and on the offensive glass. He is a good finisher inside 10 feet, has a soft touch around the rim, runs the floor well for his size and competes well on the boards. He has the physical strength to defend on the low block, challenges shots in the paint and can be used to set screens and create space for shooters.
96. Steve Kohli 6'8"-220 4/5
El Paso Hanks: STEVE is a lively paint player who runs the floor well and works hard at both ends. He has a soft touch from 15 feet, can step out and hit the open 3 point shot, has solid moves in the low post and gets buckets off the offensive glass. He is lively rebounder who works to get loose rebounds, challenges shots in the paint and moves well in the lane.
97. Rundell Mauge 6'10"-210 5
Fort Worth Christian: RUNDELL is a long and very lean player from the Carribean region who is just learning the game. He played his first year in American last season and has made tremendous strides in the short time he has been here. He has a very long reach to contest shots in the paint and can pull in rebounds in his area. He is raw offensively but is starting to make some moves with his back to the basket and has a nice touch around the rim. RUNDELL had to return home as a foreign exchange student and will not be playing in Texas this season.
98. Josh Leuchtag 6'4" 2/3
Houston Lamar: JOSH is a solid wing who competes hard and just makes plays all over the court. He is a good athlete, has a quick first step to the hole, can create of the dribble and finishes strong at the rim. He gets good elevation on his perimeter jumper, can pull-up off the dribble, handles the ball very well and is a good passer. He has good speed in the open court, finishes well in transition and has quick hands on defense.
99. Richard Brown 6'2"-170 2
Houston Madison: RICHARD is a solid player who can knock down shots and do a lot of little things throughout the game. He can shoot it out to the 3 point line, can put it on the floor and get to the rim, finishes strong at the rim and runs the floor well in transition. He has a solid body, goes to the boards well for his size, can push it up the court on the break and is a good passer. He competes well on defense and has quick hands.
100 Jonathan West 6'6"-195 4
Plano East: JONATHAN is a strong and smart player. He is good at setting the high screen and pop out to hit the three pointer. He is a good rebounder and has good skill from the perimeter for his size and will take a smaller forward down on the block. He runs the floor hard, will play solid defense, and finishes with a soft stroke on the offensive end. He has verbally committed to West Point.

Verbal Commitments:

3. Anthony Jones - Baylor

5. Ian Markolf - Wisconsin

7. Phillip McDonald - New Mexico

8. Jeremy Green - Stanford

11. Corbin Ray - Texas Tech

19. Troy Alexander - Santa Clara

21. Chris Hines - Utah

22. Toure Murray - Wichita St.

28. Anthony Hill - Rice

30. Kevin Foster - Santa Clara

37. Tre Nichols - Texas St.

40. Brandon Williams - UL- Monroe

43. Logan Lancon - TCU

44. Kevin Smith - Liberty

47. James Bzlasczyk - TCU

49. Jon Miller - UTA

53. Branden Harrison - E. Michigan

61. Jordan Kinnear - UTA

78. Drae Murray - Sam Houston

I know that ratings are not the be all and end all indicator of a player's talent...but they do provide a good baseline as to where we should be looking to recruit. Based on the schools where these kids have verballed thus far...I would say top 40...UL-M recruits talented guards, the TSU and Rice kids may be second guessing their choices...but I feel we're a better basketball team than TCU and the Fran of the metroplex Neil Daugherty, UTA, Liberty, Eastern Michigan and SHSU.

Shug Jones mentioned an interst in visiting, and I like the size on #20 Myles Walker and #34 Emerson Herndon.

Cooley · September 21, 2007

How many of these kids list us as one of their favorites?

The following kids have shown an interest and/or UNT has expressed an interest.

#9 David Kyles, Dallas Kimball

#13 Courtney Jackson, Paris

#18 Shug Jones, Dallas Pinkston

#25 A. Bootle

#56 Darin Thibodeaux, Dallas Kimball

The Sleeper of the group is #75 Nate Gibbs of DeSoto. Nate was the top Sophomore in the Dallas area and higher ranked than #1 J'Misson Morgan. Nate had a leg injury and did not play at all his junior year. Because of the injury, his stocked has dropped to the point that I am not sure if he will garner the major interest before the injury. If he can come back to form, we may have a chance; similiar to Leonard Hopkin's situation.