Hoops City Highlights

 Here are a few highlights from Memphis East's 2018 standout, TJ Moss's freshman year. Moss can just about do anything on the basketball court. He's a proficient shooter. He also can get to the rack at will. Moss has the ability to play the passing lanes on defense with great anticipation. At 6'4", TJ Moss has good size and length. TJ is on of the top scoring guards in the state irregardless of class. Catch TJ this spring and summer on the EYBL circuit ballin' for Team Penny.

Chandler is the third Lawson brother behind KJ and Dedric, both whom are University of Memphis commits. Chandler is super lengthy, his body type reminds me of a young Stacey Augmon. His skill set is off the charts, there is literally nothing this young man can't do on the basketball court. Wether its rebounding, initiating the fast break, shooting, scoring, or using his long arms to block and change shots, Chandler can impact the game in a variety of ways. Check in with Chandler as his game grows and develops. He has a chance to be one of the greats.

Khalill Spencer is a big strong forward/guard with skills to play inside as well. At 6'4", Spencer has transformed his body in the last year with obvious work in the weight room. He's very physical with his handsparticularly on defense where he uses his strenght to push bigger players out or keeps quicker guys from going around him. He's more athletic than he seems to be because he has gotten much much stronger in the last year and his new athleticism helps him even more now.

According to whom you ask, Jabari Parker is the #1 high school basketball player in the 2013 class in the nation. Fresh off of his commitment to Duke University, Parker and Simeon HS traveled to Memphis,TN to compete in the Penny Hardaway Hoops Fest. Here's a short interview and a few highlights of Jabari Parker from the Penny Hardaway Hoops Fests.

Check out footage of Center Hill (MS) High's Carter Sweat from the Jerry Peters's Summer Shootout. At 6'4", Carter can stroke it with the best of them. Sweat is almost automatic from the mid-range and is just as deadly behind the arc as well. Carter's handles are on point too, but his best skill is moving without the rock. Carter utilizes screens and pin-downs to create scoring opportunities and at 6'4", Sweat can easily get his shot off. College coaches: get in while you can because this kid is a steal.

Here's some clips of Germantown/ Pure Magic Elite PG, Jalen Crutcher. Crutcher is tearing it up on the Adidas Summer circuit. Crutcher is a 5'10" Point Guard that's a ball mover. He's not the flashiest passer, but his passes are practical and precise. Jalen also has the ability to knock down open and contested jumpers. Message to college basketball coaches and recruiters: Get in on him early. Enjoy!

Check out clips of Memphis Commit, Keelon Lawson, Jr. According to what ever recruiting publication you prescribe to, Lawson is considered to be a top 30 high school basketball prospect in the nation. The 6'7" wing forward is a pure scoring machine, but his game isn't limited to just buckets. Keelon Jr. is a savage rebounder as well and he's a more the capable defender too. Memphis is going to love what they're getting in "KJ".

Here are some clips of Rayford Albright from the Tigersportsreport.com's Unsigned Senior Showcase held in Memphis,TN. Albright is a full academic qualifier that can flat out play. It is my opinion that Rayford played at a small school and he never played for any of the prominent AAU/Travel teams in the area, he kind of slipped through the cracks as for gaining exposure. Rayford's game speaks for its self. At 5'8", Albright uses his quickness to get inside the lane for the score or the set up. Despite his size, Albright is strong enough to finish amongst the trees. His jump shot is nothing to snooze on as well. His handles and quickness provides all the space needed to get his shot off. Enjoy!

Kylan Phillips was a major cog in the Mitchell High basketball machine. Flanked by two team mates that were prolific scorers, Phillips job was to set them up. As the son of a coach, Phillips has the ability to see the game from another perspective. His basketball IQ is off the charts. Kylan is also a pest on the defensive end. He's the type of aggravating defender that gets under the ball handler and causes turn-overs. This past season, Kylan helped led Memphis Mitchell to the Class A Tennessee State Championship during his junior campaign. Watch out for Kylan Phillips this Summer with the Memphis Hoopers

Check out some clips of Memphis Mitchell/ Team Thad's Naba Echols. Echols is what I call a "pure point guard". There is no doubt that he can run a team at the next level. Even though he's a small guard, Naba is fearless and is a defensive ball hawk. His basketball IQ is off the charts and he often makes the right basketball play. Echols is also a winner; he has been a champion at every level he's played on thus far. Catch up with Naba during the summer with Team Thad's 17u.

I did a video highlight of Jeremiah Martin, 2015 Combo Guard from Memphis Mitchell High, a month ago. Recently, I came across some game film from Mitchell High's 2013-14 Tennessee Class A State Tournament Championship season. After breaking down most of the game film, I discovered that Jeremiah, mostly known for his ability to catch and shoot, is a beast at playing the passing lane and collecting steals. He also has the ability to create for himself and teammates. Watch out for Jeremiah Martin on the Under Armour Summer circuit playing for Memphis Team Thad.

Here's some clips of 2018 Combo Guard, Johnae Stuart. She is elusive with the dribble and is incredibly  crafty with the rock. She's hands down one of the best up-and-coming lady hoopers in the 901 area code. It's going to be a delight to watch her grow and develop. Enjoy!

Check out clips of 6'9" smooth point forward, Dedric Lawson, formerly of Memphis Hamilton High. Dedric has an unbelievable basketball IQ and can do some strange things with the rock. Good luck to him and his family as they're taking the show to Jacksonville, Florida's Arlington Country Day.

Here are some clips of two sport stand-out, Terrence Davis (2015) of Team Thad. Standing at 6'4", Davis is super athletic. It's typical for him to be on the receiving end of most lobs near the rim. Davis is also an outstanding perimeter defender and has quick hands.