PrimeTime Nationals: Day 2 Pool Play
by Jason Pratt, Future150 (7:13 AM CT, Sun July 26, 2015)

Dalls, TX (Future150) -- Pool play continued at the PrimeTime Sports Nationals in Dallas. Teams were battling for first or second place in each pool in order to make it into the top bracket and keep their title aspirations alive.

Here are the top performers from Friday's play in the 7th and 8th grade divisions.

Myron Washington- PF, 2019 (LA Ballers): The top overall prospect Future150 saw on Friday was Washington.  At 6-foot-6 and 180 pounds, he has the size and skill of a college prospect. He was blocking and finishing everything in the paint.  His soft hands set him apart from his peers.  When the ball comes off the rim he high-points it above rim level.  As his confidence and aggression grows, so too will his game.  In other words, his opponents better watch out.

Jatarrius Turpin- PG, 2019 (LA Roadrunners): Turpin is super fast, shifty, and has the ball on a string.  For a player who is 5-foot-7 , he can flat out score the rock.  Today, he was scoring from all over court, both in the mid and long range.  His on-ball defense was causing havoc all game long. It translated into a ton of steals, which led to easy baskets.  Friday, He was the best scoring point guard observed by Future150.  He finished with 27 points in a big win.

Teraven Rhodes- PF, 2020 (Team Synergy): Rhodes was one of the better athletes in the 7th grade division.  At 6-foot-3 inches and a great body, he was able to use his athleticism to finish at the rim.  Most of his points were scored off of the fast break. He also did plenty of damage on the offensive glass.  As his skill catches up with his size, look for him to take the next step in his game.

Kirby Aldridge- C, 2019 (Katy Shooting Stars): Kirby is a familiar face to the Future150 staff.  His game progressed from the Spring to this Summer.  He is a 6-foot-6 inch prospect, who is a force on the low block.  He has good feet and knows how to finish once he gets the ball in his spots.  Once he stretches his game to 12 feet and grows, look for his development to take the next step.

Marlin Warren- PG, 2019 (PYF): Warren is one of the better facilitators his age.  He has a great first step, which makes it impossible to stay in front of him.  He was breaking down the defense all game long, hitting floater after floater in the lane.  His teammates love him because he gets them the ball in their sweet spots. Smart, versatile, and unselfish are three words that would describe his game.

Malik Criner- SF, 2019 (LA Scholars): Criner is a power wing.  He imposes his will on the defender when attacking the rim. His athleticism is what he is hanging his hat on at this point..there wasn't anyone who could contain him on Friday.  He is a high energy guy that never gives up on a play.

Antonio Warren- PG, 2020 (Nola 23): Warren is playing up in the 8th grade division and making it look easy. His feel for the game is extremely rare for his age.  He plays under control and makes all the right passes.  As he continues to develop, his size at 6-foot-1  will be a huge asset.  he had a solid overall performance today leading his team to a win and getting into the championship bracket.

DeVonta Lee- SG, 2019 (Triple Threat Raptors): Lee was one of the better athletes on display Friday.  He had several finishes on the fast break at rim level.  He can score on all three levels, which made him hard to stop.  His defense and motor are invigorating and contagious. Once he starts making mid and long range jumpers with consistency, the sky is the limit for this future prospect.

Jordan Wendt- PF, 2019 (Young Legends): Wendt was one of the more fundamental players.  His ability to play both inside and out makes him a tough guard.  He is most effective in the low post, where he used his 6-foot-4 inch frame to punish his defender.  He is definitely one of the better rebounders and loves scoring in the paint area.

James Hester- PF, 2020 (Austin Finest):  James is a lengthy PF with a high motor.  He has the knack of being in the right place at the right time.  This makes him hard to stop.  He rebounded the ball well on both ends of the floor and kept plays alive with his hustle.

Dakota Sterling- PG, 2020 (Texas Knights):  Dakota is a big-bodied guard.  His versatility makes him unique.  He has showed the ability to be a pass-first lead guard or a scoring guard.  His size makes him a reliable rebounder from the guard position.  He can also guard just about the 1-5 on most occasions.

Gerald Doakes- SG, 2020 (Arkansas Wings Elite):  Gerald is one of the more talented kids in the country.  Most athletes his age can’t shoot and the shooters don’t have his athleticism.  He has both.  He has tried dunking on a few kids so far this week.  He also has a solid handle while in attack mode.  It is hard for players to keep him in front of them.  Another Arkansas product, Gerald has the potential to be Malik Monk good, if he continues to work.

Eddie Lampkin- C, 2020 (Cy Hoops):  Eddie is a 6-foot-4, 230 pound gentle giant.  Gentle, not because of his lack of physical play, but more of a compliment to his soft touch and finesse.  He rebounded the ball well and kept it high unlike most big men his age.  He also showed that his ability to pass the ball is something to build on.

Daniel Newson- PG, 2020 (Arkansas Sharpshooters):  Daniel is a playmaker.  He gets the job done, either by facilitating or scoring.  He has solid ball-handling skills that allow him to get by his defender to create scoring opportunities.  Newson is dangerous on the move.

Davonte Davis- PG, 2020 (Arkansas Wings Elite):  Davis was even better than yesterday.  Both Arkansas Wings teams started in a tight battle, but Davis showed why he’s elite.  He ended the game with 24 points and showed that he can score on all three levels.  He also was very helpful on the boards for his undersized team.  His understanding of the game is on another level.