{"id":265926,"date":"2023-04-30T23:36:05","date_gmt":"2023-05-01T06:36:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bilcomprd.wpengine.com\/?p=265926"},"modified":"2023-10-14T11:45:35","modified_gmt":"2023-10-14T18:45:35","slug":"nike-eybl-session-ii-2024-standouts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ballislife.com\/nike-eybl-session-ii-2024-standouts\/","title":{"rendered":"Nike EYBL Session II 2024 Standouts!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
The 2023 NCAA spring live period has come and gone. With all three shoe circuits holding events this past weekend, I opted to check out the Nike EYBL in Phoenix, as did approximately 300 D-1 college coaches. Held at gorgeous Legacy Park in Mesa, it was a one stop shop to see the nation\u2019s strongest shoe circuit all under one roof. Games were played with a 30-second shot clock, rotations shortened up, and teams played every game fighting for a spot in July\u2019s prestigious Peach Jam. Vegas Elite emerged as the only undefeated 17U team after the weekend, but plenty of other teams had guys who took their recruitment to new heights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Of the games that I took in, here are a number of the top rising seniors (2024) from the Nike EYBL Phoenix stop:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n John Mobley Jr.<\/a>, 6\u20191, PG, Vegas Elite<\/strong> Karter Knox<\/a>, 6\u20195, SG, Florida Rebels<\/strong> Aidan Sherrell<\/a>, 6\u201911, C, Vegas Elite<\/strong> Bishop Boswell<\/a>, 6\u20194, PG\/SG, Team CP3<\/strong>
The catalyst for the EYBL\u2019s 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, \u201cJuni\u201d 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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The leading scorer in the EYBL\u2019s 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\u2019s 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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Playing for an absolutely loaded Vegas Elite squad, there isn\u2019t a single player who is going to put up huge numbers. However, Sherrell does a number of things that don\u2019t 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\u2019s a focal point for the EYBL\u2019s best team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n