By SAM LANCE FISHERS, IN — Jermaine O’Neal Jr. and Jaden Toombs aren’t brothers by blood, but their bond is as close as it gets. The two have been living together since 8th grade and have been with each other each step of their basketball journey. It’s only right they’re both suiting up for SMU next season. “It’s been amazing just watching each other grow,” Toombs … [Read more...] about SMU signees Jermaine O’Neal Jr., Jaden Toombs to bring ‘different level of energy’
Class of 2023 Top-80 Keanu Dawes recruitment is starting to takeoff
By TOBIAS BASS Out of all the stock risers in the state of Texas, Keanu Dawes has arguably had the biggest leap. About nine months ago, he was a prospect with a lot of untapped potential that didn’t have any division 1 offers. His success has undoubtedly motivated kids all over the Houston area. “I would tell them just to keep working on their game and stay focused on … [Read more...] about Class of 2023 Top-80 Keanu Dawes recruitment is starting to takeoff
No. 2-ranked sophomore Ryan Hampton drops 29 points to open AAU season, chats recruitment
By SAM LANCE FISHERS, IN — Five-star class of 2027 guard Ryan Hampton is the younger brother of R.J. Hampton, a former first-round NBA Draft pick and top-five prospect. But the sophomore certainly isn’t in his shadow. He’s making a name for himself with his play. This past season with Dynamic Prep, Hampton, the 6-foot-6, 190-pound guard, was a key piece in leading the … [Read more...] about No. 2-ranked sophomore Ryan Hampton drops 29 points to open AAU season, chats recruitment
Top-five sophomore Marcus Spears Jr. talks early recruitment
By SAM LANCE FISHERS, IN — Marcus Spears Sr. dominated the NFL gridiron, but his son? He’s rewriting the family legacy on the hardwood. Believe it or not, football was never really part of the equation. Marcus Spears Jr. said his father never wanted him to play. He suited up for one season in seventh grade, but after that? “I just hung it up and I never went back,” … [Read more...] about Top-five sophomore Marcus Spears Jr. talks early recruitment
Providence transfer Jayden Pierre lands at TCU
By ADAM ZAGORIA Providence transfer Jayden Pierre is headed to TCU, a source confirmed. The 6-foot-2 Elizabeth, N.J. native and former Long Island Lutheran guard averaged 12.3 points, 3.2 assists and 2.8 rebounds for the Friars while shooting 34% from deep. He scored a season-high 24 points in a loss to UConn on Jan. 5. NEWS: Providence guard Jayden Pierre has … [Read more...] about Providence transfer Jayden Pierre lands at TCU