Charles might only be listed at 6’5″, but the way he crashes the glass would make you think is a seven footer. He is a master at tip backs and dunks in a crowd of bodies. Key is still in the process of mastering the 15-18 foot jump shot, but when he does he will be one hard load to handle for a defender. Might need to add some more weight if he wants to stick around down low in the post. But he has the raw skills that are needed for a front court player to succeed.
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Interview with Justin Tillman
10 FebHaving to sit out for more than half the season is not easy. But watching Justin Tillman for Detroit Pershing play for the first time this year, it made me think how much more dominant Pershing would be if Tillman was healthy for the whole year. Tillman is a true glass eater down low. But at the same time, he did knock down some perimeter jump shots for the Doughboys. Think about it, they already have a true point guard in Kahlil Felder, a pure scorer in Martez Walker, and a knock down shooter in Lorenzo Collier. This team will now be able to take on teams with dominant big men, because of the fact that Tillman is back now.
Interview with Martez Walker
9 FebIf there is one thing that Martez does exceptionally well on the basketball court, it is shoot the ball. He loves to shoot from anywhere on the court, but is most deadly on the perimeter. Once he gets a more fluid release of the ball, he will absolutely be deadly. Don’t take me wrong, he is still a very good shooter with his present day release. He is one of the most purest scorers in the state. An absolute steal for anyone on the market looking for a solid scoring wing who can give 20+ points a night. A high energy, high emotion type player who when you see him on the court, you can see that he enjoys playing the game of basketball.
Interview with Leo Edwards
6 FebLouisiana Tech commit Leo Edwards in the only true big man the Romulus Eagles have. With that comes many responsibilities, such as offensive and defensive rebounding, blocking shots and controlling the paint. Edwards does all of these jobs very solidly. Has an improving jump shot from 12 feet and out, a nice hook shot in the lane, and is a good player to put in a pick-and-roll situation. Should be able to make a major impact for Tech the first year he is on campus.
Interview with Byron “Bo” Zeigler
5 FebDetroit Community’s Bo Zeigler is hands down the best player to come out of that school. The school is Class C, but the way you see Bo play, you can tell he has Class A talent. Zeigler is a major matchup problem. If you put a big on him, he will hit threes in your face. But if you decide to put a smaller guard on him, he will take him down low. Not only does he possess those skills, but he is also one of the athletes in the State of Michigan. He is one of the best I have ever seen have the talent of the tip-in dunk. Once Zeigler adds some more muscle at the University of South Florida next year, he will become one of the most feared wings in the Big East.
Interview with Jerrell Martin
3 FebJerrell is your classic example of a grinder. He may not make things look pretty, but he does get the job done. One of his biggest strengths is his low post defense. Even if he is not blocking the ball, his presence makes you think twice about releasing the shot.
Interview with Mory Diane
3 FebMory is solid in just about everything he does on the basketball court. Shooting, dribbling, and penetrating. Diane already holds several MAC offers, but at the same time is gaining interest from some Big Ten schools, like Michigan State and Iowa.
Interview with Country Day’s Austin Price
3 FebAustin just might be the best sharpshooter in Michigan’s C/O 2013. Austin is deadly from three point range when coming off curls and screens. Has an up-and-coming ability to create for himself. Price has decided to continue to his basketball career at Lehigh next year.
Interview with Monte Morris
21 JanFlint is known for their basketball, no doubt about it. Greats like Mateen Cleaves, Charlie Bell, Morris Peterson, and Glenn Rice are living examples of that. But there is one kid at Flint Beecher who will certainly be added to that list. Monte Morris is probably right now, the most accomplished player in the history of Beecher. He is already a two time defending Class C player of the year, has won a state championship (2012), and has signed a letter to play at Iowa State next winter. Monte’s game is limitless. He can hit a shot in your face, beat you off the dribble, or cross you over. Pretty soon, not only people from the Flint area know you Monte Morris is, but the country will when he takes his talents Iowa State next year.
Interview with A.J. Turner
21 JanA.J. Turner is 2014 combo point guard for Warren De La Salle. Some of his strengths is that is a bigger guard so he can out muscle smaller point guards, athleticism, and a nice jump shot. He will have to carry the load the remainder of the season for the Pilots if they wish to compete for a Catholic League title. Has the ability to take a game over, which is evident in the fact that he had 35 points over Drake Harris and Grand Rapids Christian earlier this year.
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