This brief AAU off season has been like an NBA trading deadline or free agent market. Many familiar faces are in new places which should make this season very interesting. Here’s a breakdown of some of the big names switching jerseys.
14U Division
Wamere Murphy (Youth Interlock TO ?)- Murphy is one of the most talented players in the region. YI will miss his inside presence and early reports have him headed to Team Rebels but we will see. Wherever he goes he will make an impact.
Mike Silverthorn (KSK TO Juice All Stars)- This move might put the NYC boys over the top in terms of area supremacy. The smooth shooting Silverthorn looked very good in the Midnight Madness winning MVP and now he will have a chance to prove it on the big stage. 
Deante Cole (Team Kobe TO Team NJ ABC)- Cole returned to ABC and should provide another spark for this guard heavy team. He had a good summer at the camps including excellent showings at Hoop Group Jr. Elite Camp, Five Star Camp and Adidas Jr. Phenom Camp.
13U Division
Trey Lowe (F.A.C.E.S. TO NJ GOT GAME)- The smooth scoring guard will take a load of points and savvy play with him. His new team seems to be loaded on paper and should be even better with his addition. Expect Samir Taylor to step up in his absence and have a breakout season. 
Isiah Stills (Linden Ballers TO NJ GOT GAME)- I was a little surprised with this move because Still was a featured player with Linden. I heard he’s grown to 6 foot and remember his potential is through the roof. This is a big pick up. 
Temple Gibbs (KSK TO KYDA)- Gibbs and a few of his teammates have made to the move to Rt. 4. We are looking for Gibbs to sprout his wings and return to his known form with this squad. KYDA seems like a team to watch.
Otis Livingston (KSK TO NJ GOT GAME)- This pure floor general has also took his game to NJGG. Livingston’s ball handling and court vision made him a crowd pleaser. Now he has the job of keeping all these players happy. 
Emmanuel Taylor (The City TO F.A.C.E.S.)- Coach Cole might have landed the post player he always needed. Taylor brings size, scoring ability and the toughness that Cole loves. He could bring F.A.C.E.S. over the top.
Jaquan McKennon (NJ GOT GAME TO NYC Gauchos)- Yes Shake and Bake has returned to the Choz. The southpaw has never been bashful and is capable of pulling from the cheap seats. He’s capable of making the Choz go.
Josh Wallace (The City TO KYDA)- Wallace took his baseline game over to KYDA. He can score in any atmosphere and knows how to use his body to shield shot blockers. It will be interesting to see how he works out. 
Justin Salem (KSK TO KYDA)- Salem is perhaps the best outside shooter in this age division. He gives KYDA a sure perimeter threat and will stretch any defense. This kid has a serious stroke.
Bryce Aiken (KSK TO KYDA)- The king of the floater also made the move to KYDA. Aiken has a high basketball IQ and is a scoring threat from the perimeter and in traffic. Good things seem to happen when he has the rock.
12U Division 
Khalif Crawford (Team Battle TO NJ Got Game)- Crawford moves over to be the scoring guard for NJ Got Game. He played a supporting role last year but know he should be one of the focal points. NJ Got Game could definitely use another perimeter scorer.
Nyrique Smith (NJ Shore Shots TO ?)- Smith is a big catch right now. Early indication has him leaning towards Team Battle if this is so then TB has a serious chance to challenge for the National Title this summer. Smith is a multi talented guard who will be regarded as one of the top players in the region before season’s end.
