Metro Classic Player Evaluations Part II

The Boros

Omar Calhoun 6'4" SG Christ the King HS (2012) It took the senior class' best prospect a while to get started but once he did he showed why he enters the season with such a lofty standing.  He scored just 7 points in the opening two quarters but in the second half and especially at "winning time" in the fourth quarter he was spectacular, beginning a decisive rally with two tough three pointers and finishing it with a part of his game that's often overlooked, free throw shooting. He finished with 32 points total but scored 17 in the final 7-plus minutes. Several players had big games for the Boros but the UConn bound senior was the difference.

Jordan Washington  6'8" PF/C Pathways HS (2013) Like Lutheran's Kenton Facey Jordan made an excellent impression with his ability to run the floor and get on the glass.  He's not quite the leaper that Facey is but his running helped create several single coverage post-up situations in which he sat low in the pivot made himself wide, attacked the ball catching it and finished.  He also helped create some tempo with outlet passes.  While I think the small court at Molloy may have helped his transition ability a bit there's no question that this is the most focused and effectively he's played when I've seen him.

Leroy Fludd  6'6" PF/SF Boys & Girls HS (2012) Leroy was his typically solid self posting 16 points  and 9 boards. He held his ground inside and did well when he needed to guard players away from the basket.  He's a classic "glue guy" and coaches will love his intangibles. He comes with a reputation as an undersized inside player and while that may still be true on offense he's more versatile as a defender.

Thaddeus Hall  6'5" SF Thomas Jefferson HS (2012) Thaddeus provided a great spark in the third quarter after the two teams came out with the score tied at 51 at intermission. He gave his team a bit of everything , scoring in transition, with his jumper and even with a great hustle tip in basket.  Most importantly he was a disruptive force in the passing lane getting deflections and steals to set up easy opportunities for himself and his teammates. If he brings the kind of energy he showed last weekend to every game he'll have a great senior season.

Tyliek Kimbrough 5'10" PG Boys & Girls HS (2012) Especially in the game's opening moments Tyliek did a terrific job giving a talented team a sense of direction.  He pushed the ball up smartly, made great decisions both passing and driving to the basket and was typically solid right throughout. Although he's transferred from Loughlin to Boys & Girls he figures to assume a leadership role quickly and do it very well.

Daniel Dingle 6'6" PF/SF St. Raymond's HS (2012) He showed good versatility offensively connecting on two three pointers and driving whenever he got a mismatch.  He rebounded well and as he always does led by example with his hustle and toughness.