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Jamier Jones pledges to attend Providence

Providence has received a commitment from Jamier Jones, the class of 2025 talent ranked No. 32 overall. The Orlando, Florida-born 6-foot-6, 210-pound forward picked the Friars over Ohio State, Houston, South Carolina, LSU, and Kansas.

“I joined Providence because they seem loyal and everything they’ve been telling me sounds good,” Jones remarked. “Coach English FaceTimes with me prior to every game and provides advice.” I’m quite confident in my choice.

Jones recently returned from a trip to Providence that preceded this choice. The staff made the case to Jones during his recruitment that, with commitment, he could advance to the next level.

“They want me to come over there as a freshman and average sixteen in the two or three plays. They provide me with the opportunity to become the one-and-done player I desire, and I am aware of the effort I must accomplish.”

Jones’ choice was also significantly influenced by the Friars’ success.

“Kim English, who came from George Mason, completely changed the program. After they arrived, the entire program was launched. I trust those people to get me to the NBA and help me stay there because they were a rated club the previous season.”

Jones has now joined Erhunmwunse Oswin, a top 50 big guy.

USA Basketball U18: analyzing the 2025 possibilities that qualified

The USA Basketball U18 Training Camp saw the selection of 13 rising seniors. What more do they need to prove to be on the team, and how did they accomplish it?

Denver, Colorado – On Saturday during the USA Basketball U18 National Team Training Camp, the first round of cuts was made following four practices.

Patrick Ngongba of Duke, Morez Johnson of Illinois, Daniel Jacobsen of Purdue, Jayden Quaintance of Arizona State, and Derrion Reid of Alabama are the five incoming college freshman who made the cut. The remaining 13 players are members of the incoming senior high school class of 2025.

Here’s a look at how those 13 high school players have impressed so far and what questions they can address in the next few days to increase their chances of making the team that will travel to Buenos Aires in one week to compete in the AmeriCup. There will be at least one more cut before the final 12-player roster is revealed.

Uncommitted and ranked fourth in the class of 2025 is Darius Acuff.

How did he get accepted? Among the class’s most effective guards in terms of scoring and creating plays is Acuff. He is a physically strong player who can play through contact, create opportunities for himself and others on demand, and be an excellent pick-and-roll player.

How does he get on the team? Make a defensive commitment. Although he made good progress in this area in the first four sessions, the coaching staff will want to see that he is totally committed to making the most of his tools on both ends, especially on a team that will probably press and play in the full court.

Uncommitted and ranked 13th in the class of 2025 is Nate Ament.

How did he get accepted? His flaws are very obvious. He is actually rather large. He moves effortlessly across the court. There have been hints of his developing ability to put the ball on the floor and space the floor to the three-point line with his shooting, as well as good handles and touch.

How does he get on the team? Transform your potential into output. There’s no denying his potential, but in the next twenty days, this team is being built to win gold. Playing through contact and completing plays on both ends of the court are required.

Uncommitted Mikel Brown is ranked No. 15 in the class of 2025.

How did he get accepted? He is an extremely talented lead guard who can shoot the ball with both hands, has excellent floor vision, and is a magician with the handle. He’s one of the best guards in the gym when he’s making threes, which he did on Friday night and Saturday AM.

How does he get on the team? In the lane, play through contact. Though coaches will want to see that he can pressure the rim and convert once they enter FIBA competition, this is definitely more of a long-term goal than one that can be completed in the upcoming week.

Committed to Illinois, Jeremiah Fears is ranked No. 44 in the class of 2025.

How did he get accepted? With the ball in his hands, he plays with a lot of game, confidence, and speed. When he had the ball, he could create an incredible play with his advanced combination moves off the dribble, strong pull-ups or runners, pick-and-roll readings, or clutch shots.

How does he get on the team? Be effective defensively and with his touches. There will be enough possessions for everyone if the guards who can share the ball and play off one another succeed. If they can also create plays defensively and get out on the open floor.

Shelton Henderson, who is undecided, is ranked No. 51 in the 2025 class.

How did he get accepted? Because of his extreme strength, he can make an impact without requiring a lot of offensive volume when using the ball. He’s proven to be a versatile defensive lineman who can guard multiple positions, as well as a strong wing rebounder who can get downhill and occasionally throw the ball.

How does he get on the team? If the opposition defense leaves him unguarded at the three-point line, he can continue to be the player who makes “little” contributions to the game while also demonstrating his ability to make open, spot-up threes.

Uncommitted and ranked 10th in the class of 2025 is Jasper Johnson.

How did he get accepted? His very soft natural touch, shot-making ability, and skillful finishing package—which includes running hooks, tear drops, and tons of craft—allow him to score like a microwave.

How does he get on the team? When he is not holding the ball, have an impact on the game. Given his talent on the court, he must be able to influence events in a constructive way even when he isn’t making buckets.

Uncommitted Nikolas Khamenia, ranked 39th in the class of 2025

How did he get accepted? He’s been an adept intermediary. In addition to spacing the floor and being a reliable three-point shooter, he has also demonstrated excellent ball passing within the flow of the offense and the leadership and intelligence to swiftly pick up new ideas and assist teammates in doing the same.

How does he get on the team? Demonstrate his ability to stop the other team’s wings and apply the kind of ball pressure this team will aim to use to quicken the tempo, especially when it comes to the area around the hoop.

Nyk Lewis, an uncommitted student, is ranked No. 56 in the 2025 class.

How did he get accepted? Lewis has not only made shots and scored the ball consistently thus far, but he has also kept up his speed and unwavering attack without letting the two-a-day schedule affect him, even while others have begun to feel the effects of tiredness.

How does he get on the team? choose his offensive moments. He definitely attacks, which is what this team wants to accomplish. The only thing left to do is keep up the aggressive style while still making sure that it is efficient.

Uncommitted Trey McKenney is ranked 17th in the class of 2025.

How did he get accepted? Because of his tremendous upper body strength, incredibly long arms, and effective and diversified offensive approach, he poses a serious mismatch problem on the perimeter. He has successfully started several possessions with the ball in his hands and made threes and pull-ups.

How does he get on the team? It will center on the defensive end of the court. Keeping opposition guards in front of him in addition to having quick enough feet to force the ball away from the hoop.

Uncommitted Malachi Moreno came in at number 27 in the country for the 2025 class.

How did he get accepted? Here, the 7-footer has performed admirably. He has demonstrated good rim-dribbling agility, willingness to bang in the post, and passing abilities from the post as well as from the outside with a few stunning backdoor dishes.

How does he get on the team? Given the caliber of big men in this class from 2024, it might be difficult, but the main priority will be to match their physicality in the lane.

Mazi Mosley, uncommitted, placed 43rd in the country for the 2025 class

How did he get accepted? Over the course of the camp, he has improved both offensively and defensively, demonstrating growing playmaking potential in addition to beginning to make more shots from beyond the arc. There were two outstanding counter movements off the dribble on Friday night, and on Saturday morning there were excellent ball-screen reads.

How does he get on the team? demonstrating that he is physically capable of keeping up, setting and maintaining a pace, and using his whole body. Since drilling threes ought to be a specialty, it is also vital.

Sadiq White, unmarried, placed 25th in the country’s 2025 class

How did he get accepted? He’s one of the nation’s top athletes, truly an elite athlete. He not only has several hops and is extremely bouncy over the rim, but he also covers the court and plays with a lot of sheer energy. The lefty has demonstrated an excellent right hand as well.

How does he get on the team? Using his quickness and enthusiasm to make an impact on the game as a finisher, rebounder, and defender without becoming ineffective or settling for difficult offensive attempts.

Wilson, Caleb, Not Committed ranked sixth in the country for the 2025 class

How did he get accepted? With his ability to switch and move over the court, make plays at the rim, and start the break on his own dribble, he has the makings of one of the more versatile frontcourt defenders in the class. This might be especially useful on an uptempo squad.

How does he get on the team? It’s about figuring out his offensive specialty, particularly in half-court situations where the game slows down.and he doesn’t have to be the main scorer for this bunch for the following three weeks.