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License to Ball with Hip Hop is a thought-provoking, opinionated, and pop culture journey through the top sports stories of the week.
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Monday Dec 26, 2022
Monday Dec 26, 2022
HOOPSGIVING | RECAP |TAKE AWAYS | GIVE AWAYS
This year the event will take place at Shiloh High School, located in North Atlanta on November 25th and 26th, 2022.
Nykolas Lewis, he dropped 21p on GA's Etowah in a 79-50 win
Monday Dec 19, 2022
Monday Dec 19, 2022
Kell Sweep Green Forest at Playing for Change #PFAC22
The 3rd Annual ‘Playing For A Change’ event at Pace. Featuring some of the top teams, players and coaches in the state
Most importantly to raise awareness to social injustices. McDonough took care of business versus Tucker 88 67. McDonough was led by Da'vion Thomas 18 points 7 rebounds and 6 assist Avante Nichols 18 points 7 rebounds Eagles had four players in double figures. Eagles Landing had no trouble with Hillgrove beating them 74 43 David Thomas led Eagles Landing with 15. McEeachern came back in the 2nd half to pick up the win against Jonesboro 68-58. PACE finishes Strong. With TEAM effort in a 68 58 win over Langston Hughes. Eric Chatfield Jr led Pace in scoring 17 points and 7 assists. Kell won a close one vs Green forest 55-50. Jaylen Colon scored 17 points and made four three pointers. CJ Brown also scored 17 points. This is the Gymrat insider.com Report.
Sunday Dec 11, 2022
Sunday Dec 11, 2022
CAYDEN & CAMERON BOOZER TAKE OVER BATTLE IN THE PEACH
Wheeler came up short against Columbus 73-70. Top ranked 2025 Cameron Boozer and his twin brother 4-star Cayden Boozer took over Battle in the Peach. Five-star Isaiah Collier (USC) commit, and Iowa State commit Jelani Hamilton played well.
Christian Anderson Jr. went head-to-head with Kansas State commit Darrin Ames. Hard fought game! All the way to the end. Lovett made key plays, to give Kenwood their first loss of the season.
Tuesday Dec 06, 2022
Tuesday Dec 06, 2022
1# RANK KELL BEAT MCEACHERN WITHOUT PEYTON MARSHALL | ACE BAILEY DROP 30PTS
Thursday Nov 24, 2022
Thursday Nov 24, 2022
JARED COOK TIP-OFF CLASSIC RECAP Josh Dixon led the way with 25 points
Grovetown won last season’s state championship game, but got buried by the Wolves' 15 3-pointers in the rematch.
North Gwinnett lost Tuesday's against Milton 59-47.
Josh Dixon led with 25 points. Seth Fitzgerald 18 points 6 rebounds.
Greenforest 69, Etowah 41 Isaiah Lloyd 15 points
Mt. Vernon - 47 Denmark - 50 Denmark comes away with the win. A go-ahead 3 from Luke Jensen with 25 secs left in OT.
Thursday Sep 29, 2022
Thursday Sep 29, 2022
By Robert Alfonso Jr.
COLUMBIA, SC – The second leg of the Independent Hoops made a stop in South Carolina. Players ascended from the Palmetto State and its surrounding areas.
Each of them came prepared to show just how talented this camp would be. There is a list of players who will soon be remembered for the work they showcased on the hardwood.
Here are some names to track moving forward.
Russ White | 2024 | Cardinal Newman | had a dominating performance throughout camp. The 6-foot-3 forward has a college-ready body and a high motor. His energy was contagious as the other players were forced to match it or they would lose out against him. He showed versatility in being able to guard all five positions on the floor. White put the ball on the floor and helped just get the offense going too. His court vision was impressive and precise. He also showed the ability to score on all three levels of the floor. This lefty is the kind of player who could fit any collegiate program. His attitude is to win and contribute by any means necessary.
Quavon Henry | 2024 | Cross Creek | showed off a competitive swag to his game. The Cross Creek High product shot the ball really well. He got to the rim with ease too. Most of his moments looked effortless. Being able to get to the basket allowed him to get off a fluid mid-range jumper. His explosive first step made it hard for opponents to stay with him. He also has solid court vision being able to put teammates into scoring positions.
Phillip McLean | 2024 | Carolina Forest | is an exceptional two-sport athlete. He is an offensive lineman on Friday nights and a nimble center on the hardwood. His impact is immediately noticed when the ball is thrown into him. This 6-foot-5 interior beast has great feet and soft but secure hands. If a defender, regardless of height, is caught behind him McLean will win that matchup. One he has an array of impressive moves making defenders helpless. He runs the floor and is capable of finishing in transition at 250 pounds. McLean pancakes defenders on the gridiron and does the same with screens in pick-and-roll action. This young man will be pursued both sports just look at the footage.
Tuesday Sep 06, 2022
Tuesday Sep 06, 2022
NBA players and others around the game react to the trade that sends Donovan Mitchell to Cleveland.
By Robert Alfonso Jr.
Here are the members of the Class of 2025 who made an impression.
Deke Cooper Jr. | 2025 | Woodward Academy | is an impressively unique athlete. His good length at 6-foot-6 creates challenging issues on both ends of the floor. The War Eagles wing was fun to watch. He made plays on both ends of the floor. His motor put pressure on defenders because it was hard to keep up with on either end. He is stronger than perceived because his willingness to take contact allowed him to absorb any physical play.
Jaxson Jones | 2025 | Archer | has emerged onto the scene this camp season. This is the second appearance and continued to make an impression. The 6-foot-7 lefty is a wing capable of extending the floor outside of the paint. He snagged rebounds with purpose, while also blocking or altering shots. His presence is poised for a strong sophomore campaign with the Tigers.
Malik Jackson | 2025 | Cedar Shoals | is an underrated prospect on the rise. He has a slender build but a tenacity and a motor difficult to coach or match. The 6-foot-3 combo was getting his spots under control and with ease. There was no hesitation as the focus was to finish. He played downhill helped by an explosive first step. This allowed him to pull up in the lane freely while his length assisted him in getting to the rim. He also is a relentless defender. The Jaguars have a budding prospect in the making. Look for his name to be one followed throughout the year.
Davenport Cox | 2025 | South Cobb | has a solid mid-range game. The 6-foot-3 guard plays downhill and got to the rim quickly. He never looked rushed and got to his spots comfortably. His agility helped him disrupt opponents on the defensive end of the floor.
Joshua Jordan | 2025 | Holy Innocents | played so smoothly throughout camp. He handled the basketball like he was navigating bumper-to-bumper traffic on I-285 looking to get back to school. It did not matter if he was being rushed, bumped, or pressured, Joshua handled it all with plenty of calm. The feeling and control led to him making plays for himself and others. He passed the ball well but showed consistency on nailing spot-up jumpers or on the move. The Bears’ backcourt has a bright future as Joshua will continue to develop into an exceptional player.
Caleb Thomas | 2025 | Pebblebrook | is a floor general with some stuff to his game. The stuff he has is what many other Falcons point guards before he had which is make winnings plays on both ends of the floor. He plays with impressive pace and a change of direction. His unselfish play encourages those around him to run on the floor because he will find them. The court vision is like threading a needle in the tightest of spaces. He can also score the ball with plenty of success. Look for this second-year Falcons player to spread his wings this season.
Sunday Aug 28, 2022
Sunday Aug 28, 2022
KENNESAW, Ga. – Things are improving and progressing at Kennesaw State University. The men’s basketball program is making strides under the leadership of Amir Abdur-Rahim and staff on the hardwood having made the postseason.
Those changes have created a buzz around the program and campus. Now it is also attracting some prospects looking to be Owls potentially. Abdur-Rahim and KSU hosted 80 high school players on Saturday.
Jaxson Jones | 2025 | Archer is a name to add to the class’s long list of rising prospects or hidden gems. The 6-foot-7 lefty understood how to play and get into the pick ‘n roll sets effortlessly. He played excellent defense and passed the ball well. Jones is a solid team guy, who helped win the 3-on-3 and 5-on-5 tournaments. Look for this Tigers prospect.
Tarby Martin | 2025 | East Coweta great looking body and physic. He plays going downhill and gets to the rim while playing through contact. Martin showed plenty of mental toughness playing through a high ankle sprain. This level of mental fortitude showed his ability to battle through when things were not going well.
Jake Hatch | 2023 | Hoover is a highly skilled post player. At 6-foot-10, he was active on both ends of the floor. He showed the ability to be a rim protector and has a good motor. Hatch played inside and out finishing through contact. He extended the floor beyond the free throw line consistently.
Austin Hillsman | 2024 | Union Grove is a utility guy many programs could use. He was always on the glass either keeping things alive for his team or securing the errant shot. Hillsman played big in moments during the 3-on-3 part of camp helping his team advance to the semifinal. He will make a big leap this season.
Kameron Plummer | 2025 | Houston County is one fearless competitor. At 6-foot-1, he plays with control and pace. He is never afraid to mix it up and take charge. Plummer used angles effectively to not only find teammates for easy baskets but also for a chance to make big plays. The court vision matched his passing ability. This was the second consecutive weekend Plummer showed out in metro Atlanta.
Dwight Brown Jr | 2024 | Newton is an intriguing prospect with solid length and skills. He is a relentless defender who was always on the go. Brown looked great in the open court and finished a number of times making some difficult plays. He has a good mid-range jumper. The Rams have themselves another wing that will garner plenty of college attention.
Tobias Rice | 2024 | Booker T Washington continues to make vast improvements. At 6-foot-8, he is athletic and has a physical presence about him that catches one’s eye immediately. His jumper looked decent throughout the camp. Rice will be cooking for the Bulldogs this season.
Tyler Husband | 2023 | Westlake had an impressive day. He displayed an explosive first step and quickness which was difficult to defend. A few times he showed off uber athleticism and was finishing through some tough contact. His skillset is something a college coach and program needs to see in order to appreciate.
Parsa Abedi | 2025 | Pope is the shooter few may know. He shot the basketball during the team session. His jumper was consistent and hard to guard because of the quick release. This Greyhounds’ product is a solid defender.
Eric Garcia | 2023 | Union Grove showed the ability to score the basketball. He played within tight spaces while playing downhill with flare. Garcia played with control at a quick pace.
Cole Buker | 2024 | Mt Bethel is a big man with a solid motor and is fundamentally sound. His effort allowed for many to see his good hands and footwork ran the floor well and the effort led to easy buckets. He also displayed solid leadership with his communication on both ends of the floor.
Reid Celestin | 2023 | Brewster Academy had the furthest to travel to the camp. Celestin is from in San Diego and played for Team Keenan Allen on the West Coast. However, Celestin is from the Decatur, Georgia originally. This 6-foot-6 wing showed playmaking leadership and displayed a high basketball IQ. He makes quick tactical decisions. His ability to rebound outside of his area goes a long way in either him starting the break or minimizing second chance opportunities.
Brandon Peters | 2024 | Woodward Academy showed plenty of high-level skills, calm and poise. He is an explosive scorer capable of filling up the statshet on every trip. Peters analysizes the defense and makes quick calculated decisions to make productive plays. The War Eagles product will make some strong leaps this season.
Cedric Smith | 2023 | Southland Academy has excellent court vision and is able to find teammates where no one would think were open. He put players in good scoring position with three consecutive possessions. Smith distributes the ball to teammates like candy on Halloween. This floor general knows how to run a team and make teammates successful. He is a leader and does it by making plays.
Derrick Roberson | 2026 | Chattanooga Prep is a young player to watch from Tennessee with a promising upside. He knows how to score the ball in the mid-range at a high rate. His footwork around the paint was good for a young player. Many of his open shots came off of ball fakes and patience. He is a decent defender, which will continue to improve through maturity.
Friday Aug 19, 2022
Friday Aug 19, 2022
Best of the Best the DeAaron Watkins win MVP
DeAaron Watkins 6'8" Wing out of Kentucky very versatile and transition into the wing position.
Sunday Aug 14, 2022
Sunday Aug 14, 2022
2022 @OTRHoops Breakout Camp
Chane Bynum talks about Camp experience