Goodman Repped Philly To The Fullest!
The Top 20 All American Game featured some of the top players in the country. Basketball Spotlight was in the building and we felt very privileged to actually see this much grammar talent on one floor. Here’s a breakdown of who we saw and what they did.
Class 2012 Top Performers
Savon Goodman 6’4 Forward (Philadelphia, PA)-Goodman capped off a great camp showing with an impressive All American Game. In this setting he really looks like a fluid forward but still has the rebounding knack that makes him special. He could handle the pill and has good form on his jumper even though it didn’t fall like he wanted. He was very impressive.
Winston Sheppard 6’6 Forward (Houston, TX)-Sheppard stole the show in the game when he went baseline and stretched out for a thunderous dunk. The spectators went crazy and he joined in the fun. This kid is a top notch prospect and will be an immediate impact to any high school team. I also need to add that his mother stands about 6’4 and was a former star at the University of Texas. I know, that’s scary!
Justin Anderson 6’5 Forward (Spotsylvania, VA)- Anderson came in highly ranked in this class. The wing forward has to be one of the most athletic players in this venue. Inside he’s a shot blocker and huge rebounder. Right now he’s more of an athletic power forward than a fluid small forward. The quicker he develops his perimeter skills the quicker he will become a 3.
Omar Calhoun 6’2 Guard (Brooklyn, NY)- Calhoun caught fire from the perimeter knocking down some deep shots. I like his swagger and his mindset once he has the rock in his hands. He knows how to get past the defense and wiggle to the cup. He’s has big time scoring potential on the high school level. Reminds me of a young Paul Pierce.
D’Vaunte Smith-Rivera 6’2 Guard (Indianapolis, IN)- Rivera has one of the best crossover dribbles in the camp. Once he gets past the guards the interior defense better brace themselves for this steamrolling ball handler. He initiates body contact which allows him to score over taller shot blockers.
Andre Horne 6’2 Guard (Philadelphia, PA)- Horne showed some offensive prowess in this contest. He connected on a few jumpers even in transition which was impressive. He definitely can get to the bucket from the gap points but I would like to see work on adding a little arch to his jump shot before he enters high school.
Javon Felix 5’10 Guard (New Orleans, LA)- This was by far the best point guard in the building. His stocky frame, low center of gravity and low dribbling skills make it virtually impossible to stripe him of the rock. Once he got you on his hip expect a play to be made by him either pulling up or causing friction in the lane.
