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Day One of the Portsmouth Invitational
Here We Go
It’s that time of year again. The best showcase in the business. I love this trip and look forward to it every year. Despite staying at a place where my door doesn’t fully shut…., Me like the players at the PIT are grinding away. Lets get it!
Players that Impressed
Tyger Campbell UCLA 5’11 180 PG
Everyone knows who he is. He played at UCLA forever. He controlled games and was a great floor general….. Yet, I was still super impressed with his play. He had 18 points, ten assists and only three turnovers. He is majestic with the ball. His hair flowing in all its glory, while he darts pass defenders to find open players for easy shots or buckets. He’s the best passer here. I have only seen four of the eight teams, but honestly it doesn’t matter. He see’s things different than anyone else. Even so his team lost 96-84.
Darius McGhee Liberty 5’9 160 G
McGhee literally gets a shot whenever he wants. He has unlimited range and elevates on his jump shot. I shouldn’t have been surprised, but seeing it in person it was clear. He can get buckets at any level. That’s never been an issue. He also is a great athlete. He can jump out of the gym and has great hangtime. I’m looking forward to see if he can make some plays for others in the next couple of games.
Hunter Tyson Clemson 6’8 215 G/F
Tyson was ripping the nets. He was 5-7 from three, finishing with 21 points and seven rebounds. He was not shy and took some deep shots. He displayed a ton of confidence throughout. He stayed aggressive. Tyson also showed an ability to run off screens or play the p/pop or just space the floor for c/s three’s. I was very impressed with his performance and loved his tenacity and emotion.
Sir’Jabari Rice Texas 6’4 180 SG
Rice just lets it fly. He is a scorer. Attacking the rim doesn’t seem to be his choice, but draining jumpers in defenders faces definitely is. He uses his length to get off shots and has a nice and fluid stroke. He had 19 points, five rebounds and four assists.
Kevin Obanor Texas Tech 6’8 225 F
Obanor is a DOG. Despite air balling at least two three’s, he never lost confidence. He kept his energy and intensity and his shot eventually started falling. Obanor was dominant rebounding. He was elevating and attacking the glass relentlessly. He ended up making 4-10 three’s, and all of them I believe came from the top of the key.
Toumani Camara Dayton 6’8 220 PF
Camara was all over the court. Super mobile and athletic 4 man. He can attack off the dribble and has a good handle for his size. Camara dives hard to the basket on p/roll situations and finishes above the rim. He was a player that flashed consistently throughout the game. He played 5 a little bit as well and was just running the floor like a gazelle. He’s still developing shooting range, but he popped today for sure.
Players that struggled
Connor Vanover Oral Roberts 7’5 227 C
Vanover struggled some with the quickness of the game. He seemed a little winded at times. He got the ball knock loose several plays and was late a few times on help defense. He has the ability to make the p/pop 3, but was 0-4 tonight. His lift was a little low, as well as arc.
Tyshaun Crawford Augusta University DII 7’1 264 C
Crawford was too slow. He took too long to make decisions. He needs to be decisive and explode to the basket. He was blocked by Vanover like three times. And they were brutal defeating blocks that were sent right back down to his face. He has potential, but needs to find that OBANOR DOG energy and be more assertive on both ends.
Things I enjoyed Today
Hunter Tyson’s unlimited SWAG.
Kendric Davis going 0-7 from the field and 0-5 from three in the first half…. Yet recovering and being chippy with hometown favorite Joe Bryant Jr. (from Norfolk State) to finish with 18 points and five assists.
The thing about the PIT is the always have a few local players from the area that get invited. And its deservedly so. The DMV and the Virginia coast is a hotbed for talent. So the support for Joe Bryant Jr. was awesome and something I always enjoy to see.
Rasir Bolton’s shot making ability. He can shoot….
Race Thompson looking like a Linebacker playing basketball. That’s always intriguing.
Hunter Maldonado showing he still has a wide range of skills. I’ve always liked him. This was just a lost year for him with transfers that didn’t work out and Graham Ike never playing. Maldonado showed well today.
The most Impressive Thing Today
Jake Stephens clapping with his monster hands that echoed throughout the gym his entire game.
Love the energy Jake and please keep it going!!!
On to Day 2
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Portsmouth Invitational Day 3 Notes
The second day of 3 games is in the books. Some players started to stand out more today. In years past it seemed players popped immediately. Well not that it matters, but some started to separate themselves with showcasing their skills more than others. And of course some struggled or continued to struggle.
Things I Liked
Javante McCoy had another solid game. I’ll admit I was surprised to see him at the PIT originally. But this year there seems to be a lot more love shown to low-mid major to D2-D3 players than anytime I’ve been here and I’ve been going for like 5-6 years. I’m not complaining I actually prefer that. With all that said McCoy is a lot more explosive off the dribble than I originally thought. I’ve watched him in the Patriot league for years and knew he was one of the better players. But he is proving his athleticism transfers for sure. His m/r p/up off drives has been deadly. He is creating separation off the dribble and hasn’t even showcased much of his 2 man game skills that I know he has.
D’Shawn Schwartz had a much better day today. He showed his scoring ability. He’s solid in the m/r game. Can post up smaller players. He also can knock down the c/s 3.
Alonzo Verge Jr. has continued to show his ability to create for others and pass. I’ll admit every time I’ve watched him in college it was all about him in Arizona State and Nebraska. How many buckets can he get, how many iso. shots etc. Well here at the PIT he has been a great PG. He’s setting up his teammates and is super vocal. He is playing with love and passion and its clear.
The domination by the Big Boys. Gaige Prim and Josh Carlton combined for 36 points and 16 rebounds. There was a span in the game where they were on the floor together and they were passing to each other in high-low post situations. It was beautiful to watch. I love big man basketball.
Fabian White Jr.’s shooting ability. He shot the ball very well from 3 today going, 4-7. I didn’t know he had that skill set. I knew his athleticism and defensive motor, but he can carve himself a role if he shoots like this from 3.
Tyrese Martin had a nice bounce back game. He showed an ability to score in transition and was effective attacking the basket.
Three players that had another good game that have separated themselves from the pack are…. Keve Aluma, Jared Rhoden and Jeriah Horne. Aluma has continued to show his versatility on offense. He can score inside and out. P/pop threat, and has lateral mobility on defense. Jared Rhoden is killing it in the m/r game. He has a nice stroke. He elevates and gets to his spot with ease. Horne has thee most obvious pro skill. Its NBA level. His shooting from 3 is on point. He is showing flashes or versatility in other ways as well.
Whoops I forgot one guy Justin Bean is the man. Super versatile. Freak athlete high motor and has added a 3pt shot to his repertoire this year. I’m a big fan. He’s a utility player in basketball. Ask him to do something and he will bring it to the table.
Players That Struggled
Michael Flowers was held scoreless. Not good for a scoring guard.
Darius Days was not as effective or aggressive today. He settles too much for jumpers from 3 or the m/r. Get to the rim with your big body fella.
One of the biggest surprises here honestly is how much Trent Frazier is struggling shooting. I know he’s streaky, but he hasn’t got hot at all yet.
Nick Muszynski has struggled with opportunities in the post. Obviosuly a showcase tournament doesn’t always favor bigs…. But, with his lack of athleticism he hasn’t flashed much.
Bryce Hamilton has struggled big time. He isn’t creating separation off the dribble. He’s struggling shooting in general. He’s a slasher/driver but can’t really even get that going. It’s been a tough go for him. He has tried to bring the defensive intensity though, which is admirable when you’re struggling offensively.
Things I Found Intriguing
Dallas Walton’s mobility. He is an athlete and rim runner. Hasn’t been able to showcase his ability to shoot from 3, but he’s had flashes of hustle and mobility that isn’t normal for someone his size.
Michael Devoe’s playmaking and basketball IQ. He flashed today in the 2 man game. He was aggressive attacking the basket. I like his game. Not a great athlete, but uses angles and his craftiness to gain advantages.
Silvio De Sousa has shown a few flashes of post footwork and mobility that opened my eyes. The problem is he has only had maybe 4 post ups in two games. The two I remember displayed quick feet and athletic finishing on the opposite side of the basket.
Trevor Hudgins once again shot well from 3. I know this is his main skill, but he has more than held his own this week.
I love Tommy Kuhse, but he had several turnovers today in p/roll from defenders deflecting passes. I view this more as an anomaly, because like I said I love Tommy Kuhse and the Gaels. They are always a must DVR for me during the season.
Something I Loved
Ryan Turell D3 Yeshiva University. He struggled his first game going 1-7 from the field with 3 points. Today he went 5-11 from 3, with 21 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists. I’m not just trying to blow smoke here, but Turell hit his shots and showed confidence. For a D3 guy to come in here and bounce back like that is pretty awesome. He also had a 36o dunk after the buzzer just for the sake of fun. The thing that impressed me the most honestly was Turell showing a feel for the 2 man game. He called for a p/roll situation several times and created advantages every time. I didn’t know he had that feel in the 2 man game. I though he was strictly a c/s guy from 3. His confidence is growing and it’s cool to see. Also, I’m assuming it’s Turell’s family but they were electric in the crowd. Heckling the refs for fun. High fiving each other and fellow fans in the crowd. It was honestly the coolest crowd moment I’ve seen at the PIT since i’ve attended. Bravo.
See you all tmw for the conclusion of the PIT
Day 2 Notes From the PIT
Day 2 was fun. It was the first full day of three games. The last one was entertaining going to double overtime.
Side note… If you have ever attended the PIT or any basketball event that features bleacher seats….. Embrace the grind baby! It’s part of the charm of the PIT.
Double side note….. I learned after the first couple days years ago. Always pick a back seat at the top up against the wall, but you’ll have to fight me for it.
I just wanted to highlight a few things I really enjoyed watching today, a few players that struggled and a few things I found intriguing.
Things I enjoyed
Terrell Brown Jr. provided the most dominant performance so far. He penetrated the lane at will. His quickness and physicality allowed him to get by the defender and shield him off consistently. Loved the way he played today. Flat out bucket getter. He had 23 points, 4 rebounds and 3 assists. While shooting 8-13 from the field. Basketball is an easy game when no one can stop you from getting easy shots….. Touche Mr. (What Can Brown Do For You) Brown. Also, UPS I’m here for an NIL deal or whatever, ad space, who cares, you’re welcome for the free ad from the 5 people that will see this.
Jamal Cain had a solid day. He struggled to make an impact the first day, but showed an ability to knockdown open 3’s and m/r jumpers. Cain has good size. Despite his slender build, he seeks contact in the lane. He has some toughness to him.
The overall athleticism from Quenton Jackson and Anthony Duruji. Jackson is intoxicating to watch as an athlete. Full throttle at all times. Duruji was much the same. Bigger and just as explosive. Even though he had several goaltends, some of those would’ve been legal in Europe.
Players That Struggled
Darryl Morsell struggled shooting today. That is the main concern with him. Can he consistently make the perimeter shot. Not so much m/r, but perimeter.
Jimmy Boeheim‘s shooting. If he’s not making shots what is he offering on offense. Yes, he had rebounds today, but that can be inflated in this type of setting.
Payton Willis is really struggling to create his offense. He isn’t getting separation at all.
Trent Frazier struggled to knock down his shots he normally makes.
Things I Found Intriguing
The matchup between Garrison Brooks and Nate Watson. Watson dominated Brooks in the paint in 1v1 situations. Watson is the biggest man here. He out physicals everyone. Once Brooks went up against a different big he went back to scoring and doing his thing. I just found this interesting. Watson went to his wheelhouse and Brooks had no answer. If Brooks is struggling with his jumper against bigger defenders. he may not be able to out muscle bigger bigs.
Cole Swider’s versatility. He showed an ability to attack off the dribble and draw fouls. He struggled shooting the 3, but has proven that in his career. He’s a better athlete than he looks also.
Gaige Prim’s old school hooks in the paint. Now….. he didn’t make them, but you could see he can.
JD Notae didn’t play today.
Hopefully Rocky Kreuser’s shoulder is fine.
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This was my first trip to College Park this season. The traffic was fun as usual. Only took me an extra 15 minutes or so than if there was no traffic. It was pretty cold too, like low thirties range. I’m just glad I had a solid parking pass so I didn’t have to walk as far. That’s not always the case, since the priority normally goes to the “Big Dogs”. Maryland always takes good care of the media and I have always been treated well also. Not to mention they have solid catered food every time. This time was Chick-fil-A….. always a crowd pleaser.
I also was blessed with a seat with the NBA scouts so that was cool. One ex-NBA player was in attendance. He showed up a few minutes into the game. It was none other than local Eleanor Roosevelt high school product Delonte West. He has not been in the news in the past couple of years, after the rumors of him having some issues and possibly being homeless. I did not speak to Delonte. And to the chagrin of my pastor and friend Tim that was there in attendance, I never asked if Gary Williams recruited him to go to Maryland. If I see him again maybe I will spark a conversation, but this time I didn’t want to bother him! I’m not sure exactly why he was there but there is a player on Marshall (Jarrod West Jr.) with the same last name. Either way Delonte was just enjoying a game of basketball very quietly.
So the game was extremely one sided. It was supposed to be close. Maryland won 104-67. They led by over 40 at a point. Marshall loves to get up and down the court. They are led by Jon Elmore and C.J. Burks. Coming into the game they averaged 44 points a game combined. Well this night they had 16 total. Elmore struggled with his shot and really had an issue with Maryland’s length. He made many passes while in the air leaving his feet. Some were on target but several were tipped leading to loose balls or turnovers. Elmore has a great feel for pick and roll play and is a solid shooter off the dribble and from 3. Tonight was just not his night. C.J. Burks showcased an ability to score off the drive. He finished a few tough layups off the glass using his length to convert. Burks has a quick first step and also is a solid a shooter from 3. Both of these guys are candidates for the Portsmouth Invitational. Almost certainly not drafted. They could have very successful careers overseas or get shots in the NBA G-League.
Side note Jannson Williams could be a guy to keep an eye on. He came into the game averaging like 5 points. He finished with 21 and eventually fouled out. The 6’9 forward showed an ability to hit the 3 off the catch and shoot as well as finish some alley-oops at the rim.
Maryland thrived in this high octane game. Maybe we will see this more often. It would be exciting for the fan base and would also showcase the squads athleticism. Maryland was hitting from 3 point range as well. If they can shoot anywhere near as well as they did they will be a factor in the Big 10. Eric Ayala was impressive and showed confidence in his shot. Something he was struggling with earlier in the season. Anthony Cowan was his normal spark plug self. He had countless wide open lanes to the baskets for lay ups. It was like Marshall just parted the Red Sea for him. Bruno Fernando showcased his best pro skill all night. He had 16 rebounds. He boxes out well when focused and he can elevate better than any player on the floor for rebounds.
This game was supposed to be like a 6 or 7 point game. Marshall is a very good team and on this night of Chick-fil-A and a Delonte West sighting, they were no match for Maryland.
Maryland will have a much different style game on its hands when Virginia come to town Wednesday night. We all know Virginia is a grind it out, slow pace, methodical type of team. They are the polar opposite of Marshall. It will be very interesting to see how Maryland responds.
One last thing…… Turgeon did not seem thrilled that the Terps drew Virginia in the ACC – Big 10 challenge….. but, hey at least it’s at home.
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