Here are a few of the best stock-risers from the Crush In The Valley II:

Mikey Lewis, 6’3, PG/SG, Prolific Prep (CA), 2024
He's been on the radar for quite some time, but despite his lofty numbers for the Oakland Soldiers and for Accelerated Prep, it feels like people sleep on him at times. The electric scorer puts pressure on defenders any time that he has the rock, has made huge strides as a playmaker for others, and has developed into a serious on ball defender against either backcourt spot. Lewis is St. Mary’s most heralded recruit and will undoubtedly find himself in contention for a number of post-season high school all-star games.

Lucas Toukam, 6’7, PF, Bella Vista Prep (AZ), 2026
While I had seen Lucas Toukam before, I was watching without a roster and had no idea that he was only a sophomore. Built like a grown man, the sophomore showed no fear on the floor, rebounded the ball outside of his area, and showed no problem converting through traffic at the rim. Toukam utilizes every bit of his 7-foot-3 wingspan on both ends of the court and will be a name to watch on the AAU circuit this spring.

Carter McDole, 6’7, SF, DNA Prep (CA), 2024
An intriguing long term prospect, Carter McDole started off his high school career at national power Montverde Academy (FL) then transferred to Orlando power Olympia HS, and is wrapping up his career out west at DNA Prep in LA. The lefty is able to play both forward spots, is an outstanding facilitator for others, and uses his athleticism to change the game on both ends of the court. McDole is a high upside two way forward whose best days of basketball are certainly ahead of him.

Aidan Sherrell, 6’11, C, Prolific Prep (CA), 2024
It’s hard for a McDonald’s All American to technically be considered a “stock riser,” but Aidan Sherrell showed that people may have him a bit lower than they should in the national rankings. The Alabama commit was much more assertive on the offensive end, was a game changer with his ability to keep plays alive on the offensive glass, and showed his developing range to the 3-point line. The Detroit native has ascended just as much as anyone in the national rankings over the past 18 months and there aren’t many bigs with higher upside in ‘24 than Sherrell.

Dace Pleasant, 6’5, SG/SF, Elite Prep (WA), 2024
There weren't many people who were more productive at Crush In The Valley than Dace Pleasant, who averaged 26 points and 13 rebounds while shooting the lights out in Elite Prep’s two games in Napa. Pleasant has an old school game, utilizes his size to make crafty finishes at the rack, and is a constant threat on the court wherever he is because of his deep jumpshot. The Seattle wing still remains wide open in terms of his recruitment.

Xaviel Rodriguez, 6’5, SG/SF, Accelerated Prep (CO), 2024
One of the better pure shooters of the event, Xaviel Rodriguez was a constant floor spacer for Accelerated Prep throughout the Crush In The Valley. He showed effortless range with his feet set, had no shortage of confidence letting it fly, and possesses a sturdy frame. The Puerto Rican product spends a considerable amount of time training with NBA players in Vegas at Impact Basketball, only making his transition to the collegiate level that much easier.

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Of the games that I took in, here are a number of the top rising seniors (2024) from the Nike EYBL Phoenix stop:

John Mobley Jr., 6’1, PG, Vegas Elite
The catalyst for the EYBL’s top program is Mobley Jr., an intriguing lead guard from Las Vegas power Bishop Gorman. Having grown both physically and in terms of his skill set, “Juni” blends deep three point range with the poise that you look for out of a high major playmaker. The 9-assist, 1-turnover performance that he had against a super gritty Chicago Meanstreets squad was evidence of the progression that he has made as a facilitator while maintaining a presence as a scorer. Originally from Columbus, Ohio, Mobley is heading home to run the show for Ohio State next season.

Karter Knox, 6’5, SG, Florida Rebels
The leading scorer in the EYBL’s 17U group (21.4 PPG), Knox has certainly emerged out of his brother's (Portland TrailBlazer Kevin Knox Jr.) shadow and has carved out his own reputation as an NBA Draft prospect. The power guard is a reliable 3-point shooter (39.1%), uses his length/athleticism to provide quite the on ball defensive presence, and was downright fearless attacking the rack. Knox’s combination of skill, ability to utilize his physical tools, and freakish athleticism put him right there in the conversation for best shooting guard in the class.

Aidan Sherrell, 6’11, C, Vegas Elite
Playing for an absolutely loaded Vegas Elite squad, there isn’t a single player who is going to put up huge numbers. However, Sherrell does a number of things that don’t show up in the box score. The Hillcrest Prep (AZ) big man is an outstanding rim protector, is a constant lob threat in the paint, and offers outstanding mobility on both ends of the hardwood. Toss in some intriguing raw talent on the perimeter and you see why he’s a focal point for the EYBL’s best team.

Bishop Boswell, 6’4, PG/SG, Team CP3
There may be flashier players in the class of 2024, but Boswell is the definition of stability as far as guards are concerned. The Charlotte native showed that he can score the rock efficiently (54% FG, 41% 3-PT), shows excellent IQ when picking his spots, and offers the ability to play both guard spots that you look for out of a high major guard. Boswell is posting averages of 14.5 points, 6.5 rebounds, and 5.3 assists for 7-1 Team CP3.

Elliot Cadeau, 6’1, PG, New Heights Lightning
Cadeau has been a name that we have been familiar with for quite some time, but has shown that he can play whatever role you need out of him. With the 7-1 New Heights Lightning, the Jersey product has opted to play more of a facilitator, and it’s been evident with his numbers. Elliot crushed the EYBL in assists at 10.5 per game, has a near 6:1 assist to turnover ratio, and utilized his crazy athleticism to show growth on the defensive end. Rolling to UNC to play for Hubert Davis, there has been much speculation that he could make it to Chapel Hill a year early in the class of 2023.

Morez Johnson Jr., 6’8, PF, Meanstreets
Johnson is a prospect who has been known in the Midwest since he entered high school, but has firmly established himself as one of the nation's finest throughout his high school career. The Illinois commit blends old inner city toughness with today's versatility. He is able to switch on virtually every position for spurts, is a double-double threat every time he steps on court (finished tied for first in EYBL in rebounding), and is constantly adding to his offensive arsenal. Playing for reigning Chicago Catholic League champs St. Rita's, Johnson will be one of the pre-season favorites for Illinois Mr. Basketball as a senior.

Justin Begg, 5’11, PG, Houston Hoops
Matched up with five star point guard Elliot Cadeau, Begg showed no fear and ultimately handed the five star playmaker his first loss of the EYBL season after a 17-point, 7-rebound, 8-assist performance. The Houston Episcopal catalyst shot the ball well from beyond the arc, did a great job getting into the teeth of the defense, and got his highly touted teammates the rock in scoring positions. Owning a handful of D1 offers, Begg is the type of facilitator that any coach would want to have running their program.

Daniel Jacobsen, 7’0, C, JL3 Elite
Jacobsen helped himself just as much as anyone at session 2 of the EYBL. After a promising year in the NIBC where he showed flashes for Legacy Early College (SC), the New Mexico big followed things up with a productive outing in Phoenix. Jacobsen shot the ball well from beyond the arc, used his improved strength (added 25 pounds in the past year) to show growth on defensive end, and brought a lot more confidence to the table for JL3. Still a bit under the radar, Jacobsen has the tools and the game to really break out.

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