West MSA: 2028 Top-20 All Star Game
June 13, 2023 by Max Feldman
Las Vegas, Nevada served home to 2023's West MSA. Here, I'll zoom in on a loaded 2028 All-Star game with an array of names to know for the long haul.
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Jaden Redding
6-3 Wing | 2028
Harped on it all winter long, and he’s getting better fast. A wiry 6-3 with plenty of room to keep growing and filling out, Redding hangs his hat on the defensive end. Elite instincts off the ball, super disruptive with his length and excels tracking drivers to contest shots without fouling. The big takeaway was the progression on the other end — initiating offense, shaking the first layer of defense and processing reads in a hurry. For a young wing with such an impressive defensive makeup, he handle the ball and is skilled using either hand early on. Good one brewing out West.
Davion Rhymes
6-1 Guard | 2028
One of the big takeaways from the weekend, the rise of Rhymes. An ultra fluid athlete with intriguing ball skills, he attacked the cup at will and created separation at a level most guys his age and size do not. Rangy, covered ground defensively and strung together some significant two-way sequences. One that’ll be on our radar out West moving forward.
Taj Ingram
6-4 F | 2028
A mismatch machine. He did it all winter long and it was more of the same in his home territory. The 6-4 southpaw forward has impressive ball skills and gave opponents fits finishing in deep. Still growing more consistent, there’s plenty to build on looking forward here.
Tayshaun Bozeman
5-11 Guard | 2028
High level two-way impact, all weekend long. Loaded with big time length in the backcourt, Bozeman made his presence felt early and often defending both on ball and cutting passing lanes. Comfortable scoring out of the mid-range and carving out angles to the rim, he plays bigger than he is and has intriguing functional athleticism early on. One to keep tabs on.
Zen London
5-11 Guard | 2028
Impressed throughout the Winter Circuit and brought more of the same here in Vegas. Perhaps the most disruptive defender regardless of age in the building, tracking drivers at a high level, has very quick hands and advanced instincts guarding on the ball. On the other end, he's a heady cutter and made quick decisions attacking off the catch. Tough, smart and impactful in a wide range of areas.
Aiden Kindrick
6-2 Wing | 2028
Put together an impressive weekend in Vegas, all capped by a big showing in the All-Star game. With length on his frame and plenty of room to fill out, he showed big flashes as a passer both attacking downhill and as an outlet passer after cleaning the glass. Feel as a slasher and plus athleticism, there’s a lot to like looking ahead.
Mekhi Neeley
5-11 Guard | 2028
Skillset jumped off the page from the onset. Skill with the ball in his hands and a knack for catching slower-footed defenders on their heels. Broke down defenses in key moments and put pressure on the rim. Skilled guard with counters and a knack for turning things up a notch when his group needed it most.
Kyle Nickelberry
5-11 Guard | 2028
Does a ton of little things to impact winning, and looks to be beginning to do some big things. Hard-nosed guard willing to play in traffic and assert himself physically. Makes connective passes, rebounds from the guard spot, disruptive defending out in space and takes what the defense gives him. Nickelberry brought plenty of value in a complementary role.
Jaylon Pitre
5-9 Guard | 2028
Stocked with skill on the ball, it was easy to see Pitre’s talent as a scorer. Long arms with impressive pace, he attacked the rim well and created separation in isolation. Young scorer with tools to track out West.
Deshaun Harris
5-9 Guard | 2028
Hard to miss the flair and ability to change gears with Harris. Skill on the ball and a handle that created separation with regularity, Harris created advantages and scored it in bunches. Young rising guard that made his presence felt early on.
Terry McKinney III
6-3 Wing | 2028
Amongst the bigger prospects in 2028 in the building, McKinney III’s skill level drew intrigue. Soft hands, solid feel, instincts off the ball offensively and strong activity. Plenty of tools to build upon here.
Aaron Evans
5-6 Guard | 2028
Ball on a string and notable feel, Evans’ thoroughly impressed through gameplay. Quick and shifty, he’s capable of creating advantages off the bounce in a hurry but never seemed to be forcing the issue. Understands where to pick his spots or keep the ball moving. Young guard that’s tough to stick in front of.
Darius Dixson
5-8 Guard | 2028
An electric first step paired with ball skills and mature playmaking feel, Dixson asserted himself all weekend long. Ultra skilled on the ball, going either direction, he put pressure on the rim and while certainly a rare trait for the class, understands how to elevate the guys around. Crafty, quick and generates offense for himself and others.
Josiah Moore
5-8 Guard | 2028
Still filling out and growing, but drew intrigue with his foundation of skill and physical upside. Patient and naturally creative, Moore let the game come to him and showed flashes of high level space creation when given opportunity. Best basketball is well ahead of him.
Bryce Jackson
5-5 Guard | 2028
Paint pressure, a blur end to end and plays with an edge. Jackson impressed with each opportunity, breaking down defenses with ease and consistently making the right play off the bounce. Skilled playmaker with a polished handle and a lightning quick first step.
Austin Turner
6-1 Guard | 2028
One who came on quickly over the latter end of the weekend. Capable of bringing complementary value as an off-guard — makes quick decisions, defend multiple spots and filled the lane well in transition. But as the weekend went on, Turner mixed in significant flashes as a slasher. Quick change of direction, a snappy handle and impressive fluidity as an athlete. Ton of tools in the fold.