Making Their Mark: Byron’s First Half AAU Stock Risers

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>With almost two months of AAU coming to a close, here are some players that have raised their stock. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["419468"],"_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_0_evaluation":"u003cp style=u0022text-align: centeru0022u003eClosing out the first live period with two more offers added to her list, Ezike has been showing up in each game. The handles have gotten stronger, her ability to get to the rim has gotten quicker and her body control around the rim has been consistent. The big offers aren't a surprise, this kid is easily one of the best players/prospects in the state, regardless of her class. Adding the 12-17ft jumper to her package will put a ton of pressure on the defense.u003c/pu003e","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_1_player":["352117"],"_player_evaluations_1_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_1_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_1_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_1_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_1_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_1_evaluation":"u003cp style=u0022text-align: centeru0022u003eActive and aggresive runs in the bloodline. Cole's ability to sharp shoot from the outside helps with spacing and allows her to attack the basket on a fast close out, or kick and make a play. Shes active on the defensive end as well, and can show presence on the boards.u003c/pu003e","_player_evaluations_1_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_2_player":["644115"],"_player_evaluations_2_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_2_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_2_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_2_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_2_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_2_evaluation":"u003cp style=u0022text-align: centeru0022u003eHer frame is a major key to all the success she's been having these past couple weeks, and when you factor in her ability to play a versatile style game, you understand why shes been a top topic. Defensively, she's paint blanket for her team, and on the opposite side of the ball her impact is beyond the arc, and in the inside for boards.u003c/pu003e","_player_evaluations_2_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_3_player":["514883"],"_player_evaluations_3_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_3_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_3_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_3_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_3_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_3_evaluation":"u003cp style=u0022text-align: centeru0022u003eJones continues to get better, whether its high school ball or AAU, you can tell there is work being put in off the court. The confidence is there on the low block, the rebounding comes in bunches and her ability to anchor the defenses is there as well. As her offensive package grows and sharpens, Jones can start making a case as one of the top positional players in her class.u003c/pu003e","_player_evaluations_3_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_4_player":["728003"],"_player_evaluations_4_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_4_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_4_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_4_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_4_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_4_evaluation":"u003cp style=u0022text-align: centeru0022u003eLily has had a strong start to the AAU season and she doesn't seem like she's slowing down anytime soon. The frame, the length, and the ability to be impactful in multiple roles speaks volume. She plays with aggression, she's tough on the drives, she can control the fast break off a board, and has tremendous vision. A top 5 player in her class.u003c/pu003e","_player_evaluations_4_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_5_player":["514946"],"_player_evaluations_5_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_5_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_5_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_5_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_5_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_5_evaluation":"u003cp style=u0022text-align: centeru0022u003eShania has a certain twitch about her that most players work hours to get, her's is just natural. The handles are strong, but it's her ability to match her movements with her feet that allows her to get rid of defenders with ease. She can score with the best of them, and make plays to anyone on the court. She hasn't scratched the surface 0f her ability. Tremendous upside.u003c/pu003e","_player_evaluations_5_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":6,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-662bbeac78fd2"} /-->