Eric Hampford:
Future150 GM / Senior National Analyst. Covering high and middle school basketball.
Charlotte, NC (Future150) -- Future150 camp series was on the road for the 3rd weekend in a row and the destination was Charlotte, NC. This was the first time the camp has ventured to the east coast and we were looking for young talent. Some of the top young unknown players showed up looking to get their name out nationally. Here are the players who made the Top 20 All-Star game.
Jordan Hollins (2016 SG) One of the best young prospects in attendance. Jordan is an extremely hard-working guard who is a jack-of-all-trades. He is a capable slasher, likes to shoot, and has decent ball-handling skills. As he continues to expand his game, he will become a special player.
Eric Hayward (2014 SG) Hayward is a long, wiry guard who is extremely quick and active on defense. He loves to attack the rim on the fast break. He can knock down the mid and long range shot if you leave him open. Might have been the best all-around player at the camp this past weekend. Solid college prospect.
Malik Milton (2014 CG) Milton is a big time scorer and plays with a scorer's mentality. He is a smooth lefty and can score on all three levels. He loves to get out in transition and attack the rim on the fast break. He is most effective in the half court setting, working off of the dribble and knocking down the mid-range jumper. He must learn how to become more of distributor due to his size at the next level.
Shemar Barfield (2014 SG) Shemar is a high energy prospect who is an outstanding defender. He is a very good slashing prospect who knows how to score. His jump shot is solid, and with practice, will become a very good shooter at the next level.
Nick Hough (2014 SG) Nick is a long and athletic prospect who loves to get to the basket. He knows when to pick his spots, and he rarely forces the issue. Solid rebounder as well.
Kwinton Hinson (2015 SG) A high-upside player who dazzled us at the Charlotte camp. Kwinton is a very good ball-handler for a 6'4" player. He also is an extremely gifted shooter who can pull the trigger from anywhere on the floor. Very active on defense and loves to rebound the ball.
Taj Middleton (2015 CG) Taj has an absolutely lethal first step to the basket. There wasn't a defender at the camp who could stay in front of him. He is very good at finishing with both hands at the rim. He also is a very athletlic player with solid court vision. Very good prospect.
Carlos Scotton (2015 PF) Scotton is a big strong undersized PF who plays with high motor and never gives up on a play. He is a great defender and loves to rebound the basketball. Surprisingly he is a decent shot blocker for a player his size. He loves to score in transition where his size gives him a huge advantage.
Marlon Coley (2014 SF) A prospect who loves to get out in transition. Marlon is also very good at attacking the basket, where he routinely finishes aggressive drives to the basket.
Brett Bowling (2013 SF) Bowling is a big bodied SF who can play both inside and out. He is at his best when a smaller player is guarding him due to he take them straight to the post. He is a great rebounder and plays with a high motor. He was able to knock down the 17 ft jump shot as well. Solid weekend.
Asa Clark (2014 SG) A long and athletic wing player, Asa has great size for the shootin guard position at 6'3". He has good mechanics on his jump shot, and he is very consistent from mid-range. Also a solid rebounder.
Devin Cooper (2015 PG) Cooper is a smooth calm player who knows how to run a team. He can score if need be and does it in bunches. He has a great change of pace and is a great ball handler. He might of been the best all around prospect at the camp due to how he controls the game. Definitely a DI prospect at the next level.
Sterling Smalls (2014 PG) Sterling is a very quick point guard prospect who always looks to get his teammates involved. He is a pass-first guard who has an extremely quick first step to the basket. Strong bodied guard who can finish in traffic.
Rashawn McGruder (2013 SF) A long and athletic prospect on the wing, Rashawn loves to let it fly from deep. He is also a capable slasher who can get to the basket at will.
Gabe DeVoe (2013 SG) One of the most talented prospects at the entire camp, Gabe already has the body of a college shooting guard. He has an extremely quick first step to the basket, loves to attack, and is a very good shooter. Has a chance to become a very special college player.
Chiagozie Udoh (2013 PF) Udoh is a well put together, big, strong and powerful player. At 6-foot-7 inches and 220 pounds he puts a pounding on players in the post. He has great footwork and can use either hand around the basket. He is great rebounder and runs the floor well. He has a ton of upside and is a coaches dream. He knows his roll and never waivers from it. Definitely at DI player.
Seth McKelvey (2013 PF) McKelvey is a low post threat at 6-foot-7 inches who showed a variety of moves when scoring. He has the up and under, drop step and the mid range jumper when facing the defense. He is a good low post defender and rebounds well. Definietly a DI Prospect.
Raekwon Long (2016 C) Long might of been one of the most intriguing prospects who walked in the gym in Charlotte. At 7-foot tall and 240 pounds, he is a super long low post player who can finish from the post area. He has a nice mid range shot from 10 feet and rebounds the ball well on the defensive end. He is very raw but the potential is definitely there.
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