Zachary Lyon:
Future150 Regional Analyst. Covering high and middle school basketball: NC, SC & VA
Fayetteville, AR (Future150) -- Coach Mike Anderson took advantage of JUCO recruits to make up his incoming 2016 class. Along with a three-star prospect coming out of high school, the Razorbacks have a top 25 class headed to Fayetteville next season.
Jaylen Barford, 4-star JUCO prospect, Motlow State Community College, TN: According to 247sports, Barford is the #1 JUCO recruit in the nation. He is a 6'5 combo guard with a strong frame at around 200 pounds. Barford has a nice shooting stroke, and has a splash of athleticism in his game that allows him to finish above the rim. His solid defense and shooting stroke should be a welcomed addition to the Razorbacks.
Daryl Macon, 4-star JUCO prospect, Holmes Community College, MS: Macon is a two guard that can score in bunches, and by his stats from his last year at Holmes Community College, he can really get teams in foul trouble and get to the line. Per the NJCAA official website, Macon ranked second in the nation in free throws attempted at 260 attempts and was fourth in free throw percentage at 88.5%. It is safe to say his overall scoring ability should be on full display once he starts playing for Coach Anderson.
Arlando Cook, 4-star JUCO prospect, Connors State College, OK: Another big time JUCO recruit, Cook is a frontcourt guy at 6'8 that plays the four and could probably the five in smaller lineups. Cook has a soft and quick release around the basket. Once he gets the ball in the low block he is looking to back his man down as deep as he can and score in a hurry. Although he may not make an immediate impact like Barford and Macon, Cook could turn into a very nice low post player once he gets used to the division one level of college basketball.
Adrio Bailey, 3-star prospect, Lakeview, LA: Bailey is the only high school recruit in this class, and projects as more of a combo forward at the next level. He possesses great agility and a high motor, that allows him to clean the glass and score in the paint with ease. He can drive the ball from the perimeter and get it inside, and can knock down the occasionaly deep ball if you don't get a hand in his face. Bailey definitely has some work to do but has the potential to have a great career under Mike Anderson.
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