Leonard Miller 6-11 210 SF/PF (Canada) Fort Erie International Academy
Measured: 6’11” in shoes, 208 lbs, 7’2″ wingspan, 9′ foot standing reach
11 points / 4-9 FG / 2-4 3P / 5 rebounds / 2 assists / 1 steal / 2 turnovers
Miller was one of the most interesting developments from this year’s Hoop Summit. He’s a (potential) draft eligible player that a dozen or so teams scouted during the season and could get looks in the late first-early second round area due to his great versatility at his size. He showed great energy in practices, showing the ability to handle the ball and create off the dribble and a surprisingly effective shot. He’ll need to tweak his shooting form some as he sort of pushes the ball and has a low release. But without a doubt he’s got NBA talent, especially if he’s put in the right situation. Right now he’s rumored to be down to Kentucky, G League or the NBA draft. Proving that his shot is actually better than advertised, he hit 2-of-4 from three. He was called for one push off on a drive early. Plays with a lot of youthful exuberance. He’s a kid that will need some refinement but you have to love the passion and energy that he has for the game.
Vince Iwuchukwu 7-1 235 C (Nigeria) San Antonio, TX *USC
Measured: 7’1″ 3/4 in shoes, 235 lbs, 7’2″ 1/4 wingspan, 9’2″ 1/4 standing reach
9 points / 4-8 FG / 0-0 3P / 6 rebounds / 0 assists / 1 steal / 0 turnovers
The future Trojan big came out of the gates like a house on fire. His energy helped the World team build an early 20-13 lead, with a number of rebounds and baskets. Iwuchukwu is a traditional big with size at 7-1 and a 7-2 wingspan and solid mobility. He still a project in terms of basketball skills as he has trouble with the speed of the game and doesn’t have the ability to create much offense yet. But over time at USC he could turn into something. Bigs usually take the longest to develop as the saying goes, and Vincent will have time to devlelop over the next few years at USC.
Felix Okpara C 6-11 210 (Nigeria) Link Year Prep (MO)
Measured: 6’11” 1/2 in shoes, 217 lbs, 7’2″ 1/4 wingspan, 9’3″ standing reach
7 points / 3-3 FG / 0-0 3P / 3 rebounds / 0 assists / 0 steals / 0 turnovers
Okpara is another kid playing for Link Academy who were the runners up for the National Championships last week. He’s the most fluid of the big men on the World team. Still growing into his body and developing his skill set. Excels in the role of rim runner and can develop into a rim protector with his length and athleticism. Finished the game a perfect 3-3 from the floor, converting a few plays around the basket.
Yohan Traore 6-10 230 C (France) Dream City (AZ) *Auburn
Measured: 6’11” in shoes, 217 lbs, 7’3″ 1/4 wingspan, 9′ 3/4 standing reach
4 points / 1-4 FG / 0-2 3P / 1 rebounds / 0 assists / 0 steals / 0 turnovers
Traore is a solid big with decent shooting and leaping ability. He is not the most fluid of athletes and a little rigid in his movements. But he’s got some intrigue due to his great size with a massive 7’3 wingspan and ability to hit shots. Easily the top outside shooter among the bigs on the World team. He wasn;t able to knock down either of his three pointers but has a skill set that gives him some intrigue. Bigs take the longest to develop so perhaps he can smooth out some of the rough edges with his fluidity and athleticism over the next few years and become a more appealing NBA
6-2 172 PG (Dominican Republic) Overtime Elite Measured: 6’2″ 1/2 in shoes, 172 lbs, 6’4″ 1/2 wingspan, 8’1″ standing reach 23 points / 7-15 FG / 4-8 3P / 1 rebounds / 3 assists / 2 steals /1 turnover Montero shined under the bright lights, putting up a game high 23 for the World Team…
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