Dynamic Duos Looking to Leave a Mark on the Playoffs — Part 1

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>When the lights get brighter, chemistry matters more than hype. Playoff basketball isn't just about stars — it's about <strong>synergy</strong>. Teammates locked in. One heartbeat. One mission.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>These dynamic duos bring complementary skill sets, two-way toughness, and the ability to shift momentum in a matter of possessions.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>BOB JONES <em>- DOU</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["371498"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-698f8b7d9fae2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>Ja'kyah Smith | SR | Point Guard | Tulane Commit</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>17.5 PPG | 6.6 RPG | 7.2 APG | 4.3 SPG | 46% FG</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Ja'kyah Smith is the engine that makes everything go. Averaging <strong>17.5 points per game</strong>, she scores efficiently while controlling tempo and creating opportunities for others with <strong>7.2 assists per contest</strong>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Her ability to rebound at <strong>6.6 per game</strong> from the point guard position speaks to her toughness and instincts. Defensively, she's disruptive and relentless, averaging <strong>4.3 steals</strong>, proving her impact on both ends of the floor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A true <strong>three-level scorer</strong> and elite <strong>two-way player</strong>, Smith brings leadership, pace control, and competitive fire — a complete floor general ready for the next level at Tulane.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1165388"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-698f8b7d9fbb3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1165388' first='Ella' last='Watts'] | SO | Forward</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>15.5 PPG | 7.4 RPG | 1.9 SPG</strong><br><strong>36% FG | 31% 3FG</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1165388' first='Ella' last='Watts'] is a <strong>three-level volume scorer</strong> who isn't afraid of big shots or big moments. Averaging <strong>15.5 points per game</strong>, she carries a significant offensive load — with <strong>47% of her shot attempts coming from beyond the arc</strong>, stretching defenses and forcing tough closeouts.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>At <strong>7.4 rebounds per game</strong>, Watts impacts the glass consistently, showing strong instincts and physicality from the forward position. She also adds defensive activity with <strong>1.9 steals per game</strong>, proving she competes on both ends.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A confident scorer with range, toughness, and rebounding presence — [player_tooltip player_id='1165388' first='Ella' last='Watts'] is a matchup problem who continues to grow her efficiency while maintaining high offensive volume.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>MURPHY HIGH</em></strong><em><strong> - DOU</strong></em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1253068"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-698f8b7d9fc37"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1253068' first='Zoye' last='Jones'] | 5'11” | JR | Guard</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>14.0 PPG | 5.0 RPG | 6.4 APG | 4.0 SPG | 1.5 BPG</strong><br><strong>40% FG</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1253068' first='Zoye' last='Jones'] is a <strong>big guard</strong> with a complete floor game. A true <strong>playmaking guard</strong>, she averages <strong>6.4 assists per game</strong>, consistently creating opportunities for others while still contributing <strong>14 points per night</strong>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Defensively, she's elite. With <strong>4.0 steals and 1.5 blocks per game</strong>, her length, instincts, and anticipation allow her to disrupt passing lanes, protect the rim from the guard spot, and guard multiple positions.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A high-IQ <strong>two-way player</strong> who controls tempo, defends at a high level, and makes winning plays on both ends.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1574465"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-698f8b7d9fcaf"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1574465' first='Makenzie' last='James'] | 6'0” | SO | Wing</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>11.0 PPG | 6.0 RPG | 4.0 SPG | 1.1 BPG</strong><br><strong>45% FG | 31% 3FG</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1574465' first='Makenzie' last='James'] is a long, athletic <strong>two-way wing</strong> who thrives on impact plays. An <strong>elite defender on and off the ball</strong>, she averages <strong>4.0 steals per game</strong>, using length and anticipation to disrupt actions and create transition opportunities.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Offensively, she's at her best in the open floor — <strong>elite in transition</strong>, finishing through contact and turning defense into easy points. Rebounds her position, guards multiple spots, and brings consistent energy on both ends.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Versatile. Disruptive. Game-changing defender.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>DESHLER - DOU</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["981276"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-698f8b7d9fd23"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='981276' first='Reece' last='Davis'] | JR | Guard | Ole Miss Commit</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>27.0 PPG | 3.2 RPG | 3.0 APG | 2.5 SPG</strong><br><strong>49% FG | 38% 3FG</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='981276' first='Reece' last='Davis'] is an elite <strong>three-level scorer</strong> who can erupt at any moment. Averaging <strong>27 points per game</strong> on highly efficient splits, she scores in bunches and has the ability to completely shift momentum with one stretch of play.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Comfortable creating off the bounce, knocking down shots from deep, or finishing through contact, Davis is a true game-taker. Add in <strong>2.5 steals per game</strong>, and her defensive activity fuels transition scoring.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Dynamic. Efficient. Explosive. When she gets going, it's over.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1165184"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-698f8b7d9fd93"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1165184' first='Kacie' last='Nelson'] | SO | Guard</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>20.0 PPG | 5.6 RPG | 3.0 APG | 3.0 SPG | 1.2 BPG</strong><br><strong>56% FG | 38% 3FG</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1165184' first='Kacie' last='Nelson'] is a long, athletic <strong>two-way guard</strong> who impacts the game everywhere. Averaging <strong>20 points per game</strong> on an elite <strong>56% from the field</strong>, she's an efficient <strong>three-level scorer</strong> who finishes strong, shoots it with confidence, and attacks gaps.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Defensively, she disrupts passing lanes (<strong>3.0 steals</strong>) and protects from the guard spot (<strong>1.2 blocks</strong>), showing length and timing. She rebounds, facilitates, and plays with relentless effort every possession.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Productive. Versatile. Plays hard — and affects winning on both ends.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->