Otto's World: July 2014

Thursday, July 31, 2014

7/31-1 News and Notes

Articles and Recaps
http://zagsblog.com/articles/espn-to-televise-usa-u17-world-championship/
ESPN networks to televise the U17 World Championships. Cuse fans will be able to check out Tyus Battle and Harry Giles. FIBA's youtube channel will live stream the whole event. Howard Washington and Jamal Murray will both be playing for Canada.

http://us8.campaign-archive1.com/?u=befafedc499fd667656a585c2&id=c17b4316bd&e=201784f820
Jamal Murray leads Canada with 18pts and 9rbs in an exhibition win over Puerto Rico.

http://zagsblog.com/articles/big-strick-classic-set-for-aug-9-at-gauchos-gym/
Moustapha Diagne, Derrick Jones, and Lamar Stevens were the notables selected to play in the Big Strick Classic on August 9th.

http://insider.espn.go.com/blog/ncbrecruiting/on-the-trail/post?id=11189 (members)
Derrick Jones listed as one of the summers top 10 performers.

Here goes Malachi Richardson three game averages from the8 tourney last week in Vegas. 20PPG, 48% FG 18-37 overall, 3.6RPG, 38% 3PT 7-18 overall, 70% FT 17-24 overall.

http://www.cbssports.com/collegebasketball/eye-on-college-basketball/24645473/breaking-down-how-the-top-committed-players-fit-at-the-next-level
Malachi Richardson, Moustapha Diagne, and Tyler Lydon all listed in this breakdown of committed players fit on the next level.

http://collegebasketballtalk.nbcsports.com/2014/08/01/high-school-college-counselor-rosters-for-adidas-nations-released/
Roster list for Adidas Nations, which starts today. Moustapha Diagne, Derrick Jones, and Kassoum Yakwe are the notables involved.

http://www.basketball.ca/-canada-s-cadet-team-wins-88-85-over-australia--p156706
Murray scores 15pts in a 88-85 win for Canada over Australia.

Daily Updates
Elias Sbiet ‏@Elias_NPH

Tuesday, July 29, 2014

7/29-30 News and Notes

Articles and Recaps
http://scouthoops.scout.com/2/1426997.html (members)
Thomas Bryant talks about making a visit list soon. Talks up SU, Mizzou, and UNC.

https://basketballrecruiting.rivals.com/content.asp?CID=1663396
2017 forward Jarred Vanderbilt impresses Rivals Eric Bossi with his plays and is expected to debut in the top 10 of the rankings.

http://socialhub.usatodayhss.com/component/k2/item/2288-giles-getting-back
Harry Giles talks about his road to recovery and getting back to his old self.

http://www.allmetrohoops.com/index.php/recruiting-news/87-news-articles/256-aau-boy-s-basketball-louisville-championships
Matt Moyer mentioned for his standout play at the AAU Nationals.

http://cityofbasketballlove.com/2014/07/july-live-period-wrap-up-2017-standouts/
2017 prospects to look out for in this July live period wrap up.

http://cityofbasketballlove.com/2014/07/july-live-period-wrap-up-2016-standouts
Tyus Battle, Sedee Keita, and Lamar Stevens all listed as top performers in this July live period wrap up.

http://zagsblog.com/articles/with-new-mindset-2016-small-forward-matt-moyer-picks-up-elite-offers/
Matt Moyer talks about his improved play and what he's looking for in a college.

http://hoopniks.com/usa-basketball-u17-roster-breakdown-and-scouting-report/
Tyus Battle and Harry Giles mentioned in this U17 Team USA breakdown.

http://www.nytimes.com/2014/08/03/magazine/in-search-of-the-next-andrew-wiggins.html?_r=0
Interesting read about Terrance Williams, who runs the Team Scan AAU program that Chris McCullough and Thomas Bryant play for.

https://basketballrecruiting.rivals.com/content.asp?CID=1664220 (members)
Battle is one of the Juniors listed on this high rising players list.

Daily Updates
Courtside Films ‏@CourtsideFilms

Harry Giles Peach Jam mix.

Tyus Battle Peach Jam mix.

Sunday, July 27, 2014

Articles and Recaps
http://scouthoops.scout.com/story/1426660-snow-usa-basketball-day-three?s=75 (members)
Thomas Bryant and Harry Giles noted as top performers on day three of the U17 USA tryouts.

http://cityofbasketballlove.com/2014/07/end-of-summer-classic-day-1-notebook/
2016 SF Kodye Pugh noted for his standout play at the end of summer classic.

Live Period Day Five Updates
Evan Daniels ‏@EvanDaniels

Saturday, July 26, 2014

7/26 News and Notes

Articles and Recaps
http://hoopniks.com/2014-usa-basketball-u17-training-camp-friday-recap/
Notes on Harry Giles at the USA U17 tryouts.

http://scouthoops.scout.com/story/1426437-snow-usa-basketball-day-two?s=75
Harry Giles and Tyus Battle noted as standouts at the USA U17 tryouts.

https://basketballrecruiting.rivals.com/content.asp?CID=1662733
Malachi Richardson noted for his terrific scoring ability.

http://www.hardwoodinsiders.com/2014/07/las-vegas-fab-48-adidas-super-64-day-3-recap/
2017 PG Jamir Moultrie noted for his standout play at the Adidas Super 64.

http://future150.com/hs/basketball-news/louisville-aau-nationals-recap-robinson-impresses-13084
Forwards Seth Towns and Matt Moyer noted as standouts at the AAU Nationals.

http://www.cp3camps.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/Team_Final__PA__vs_Team_CP3__Jul_25_2014.pdf
Malachi Richardson leads his team to the finals of The8 tournament by scoring 22pts, 5rbs, and 3ast against Team CP3.

http://zagsblog.com/articles/finalists-for-usa-17u/
Thomas Bryant, Tyus Battle, and Harry Giles are all finalist on the U17 USA team.

http://insider.espn.go.com/blog/ncbrecruiting/on-the-trail/post?id=11153 (members)
Aaron Thompson and Cameron Reddish lead the youth movement in this Live in AC recap.

http://www.cp3camps.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/Oakland_Soldiers_vs_Team_Final__PA__Jul_26_2014.pdf
Richardson and Team Final wins The8 tournament. He finished up with 17pts and 4rbs.

Live Period Day Four Updates
Corey Evans ‏@coreyevans_10
Syracuse also on hand for Mass Rivals crew featuring Saul Phiri and Josh Sharma #Adidas64

Paul Biancardi @PaulBiancardi ·

Spoke with one high major assistant coach @usabasketball on who is standing-out? "Harry Giles.... he is doing everything at a high level"

Highlights

Matthew Moyer AAU Nationals mix

Friday, July 25, 2014

7/25 News and Notes

Articles and Recaps
http://scouthoops.scout.com/story/1426139-snow-usa-basketball-day-one?s=75 (members)
Thomas Bryant, Tyus Battle, and Harry Giles noted as standouts at the U17 USA tryouts.

http://www.cp3camps.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/Team_Final__PA__vs_Team_Takeover__DC__Jul_24_2014.pdf
Malachi Richardson leads all scorers with 21pts on 7-9 shooting and 6-6 from the line in a win at The8 tourney.

http://cityofbasketballlove.com/2014/07/live-in-a-c-day-2-notebook-part-2/
2016 Philly SF Lamar Stevens list interest from SU.

http://zagsblog.com/articles/derrick-jones-adds-smu-offer-planning-august-visits/
Derrick Jones planning August visits. Says he's open to SU but understands if they prioritized a big man like Thomas Bryant more.

http://zagsblog.com/articles/thomas-bryant-to-narrow-list-plan-visits-after-usa-basketball/
Thomas Bryant planning visits soon and AAU coach says Bryant is not the mystery recruit JB is talking about.

http://247sports.com/Article/Malik-Newman-Jayson-Tatum-Harry-Giles-shine-at-USA-17U-trials-29848286
Harry Giles noted as a standout at the U17 USA tryouts.

Live Period Day Three Updates
D. Francis @OttoWorld365 ·

2017 Cuse prospect Melo Eggleston just had 23pts in a loss at the Live in AC. Look for him to visit SU next month for their Elite Camp.

G.O.A.T ‏@GoatEnterprises

Seth Towns AAU Nationals mix.

Thursday, July 24, 2014

7/24 News and Notes

Articles and Recaps
http://zagsblog.com/articles/trevon-duval-future-star-in-the-making/
Keep an eye on 2017 Guard Trevon Duval.

http://www.syracuse.com/poliquin/index.ssf/2014/07/syracuse_basketball_jim_boeheim_says_2015_recruiting_class_is_his_best_ever_do_y.html#incart_river
Jim Boeheim says the 2015 recruiting class is his best one ever and that they have another commit on the way. Anybody want to guess who that player is?

http://ottosgrove.com/did-jim-boeheim-let-news-of-a-silent-commit-slip/
Another look at what JB comments may mean?

http://cityofbasketballlove.com/2014/07/improved-jones-stays-committed-to-team-evolution/
Derrick Jones talks about turning down the chance to make the U17 USA team to play for his Father's team instead.

Live Period Day Two Updates
Tyler Lydon ‏@Tyler_Lydon14

Wednesday, July 23, 2014

7/23 News and Notes

Articles and Recaps
http://zagsblog.com/articles/usa-basketball-u17-trials-to-draw-players-coaches-away-from-aau-events-serves-as-incubator-for-potential-package-talk/
http://www.usab.com/mens/u17/roster.aspx
USA U17 tryouts set to begin during the last live period. Thomas Bryant, Derrick Jones, Tyus Battle, and Harry Giles some of the notable Cuse targets involved.

http://syracuse.scout.com/2/1423596.html (members)
2016 Big man Sedee Keita says that SU is currently his biggest offer and they're currently the favorites for him.

http://syracuse.scout.com/2/1423355.html (members)
Moustapha Diagne talks about winning the Peach Jam and Evan Daniels talks about his play and high motor efforts.

http://www.d1circuit.com/news_article/show/404845?referrer_id=790853
Diagne makes third team All Peach Jam.

http://www.d1circuit.com/news_article/show/404846?referrer_id=790853
Thomas Bryant makes second team All Peach Jam.

Third Live Period Preview
Various tournaments taking place in New Jersey, Las Vegas, Kentucky, and Colorado. Look for SU to have reps in each destination at some point during this live period.

Live Period Day One Updates
D. Francis ‏@OttoWorld365

Monday, July 21, 2014

7/21-22 News and Notes

Articles and Recaps
http://future150.com/hs/basketball-news/under-armour-finals-roundup-pierre-louis-shines-12969
2017 PG Nate Pierre-Louis noted for his improving play at the UA Finals.

http://cityofbasketballlove.com/2014/07/summer-jam-fest-championship-recaps/
2017 PG Jamir Moultrie leads his DC Thunder 15u squad(founded by former SU Assistant Troy Weaver) to the Summer Jam Fest Championship.

http://future150.com/hs/basketball-news/nj-playaz-arkansas-wings-victorious-at-peach-jam-12973
Moustapha Diagne and Tyus Battle both noted for their standout performances at the last day of the Peach Jam.

http://insider.espn.go.com/blog/ncbrecruiting/on-the-trail/post?id=11108 (members)
Moustapha Diagne noted for his contributions in leading the NJ Playaz to a Peach Jam Championship.

http://zagsblog.com/articles/zagsblog-all-peach-jam-teams/
Diagne and Battle makes Zagsblog All Peach Jam 2nd team

http://www.syracuse.com/orangebasketball/index.ssf/2014/07/2015_recruit_thomas_bryant_keeps_syracuse_at_the_top_of_his_list.html
Thomas Bryant's mother says that her son still has SU at the top of his list and that he'll return back to Huntington Prep for next season.

Cuse Commits and Targets Overall Peach Jam and UA Finals Stats
Malachi Richardson 5 games-15PPG, 41% FG 22-53 overall, 3.8RPG, 2.6APG, 32% 3PT 9-28 overall, 73% FT 22-30 overall.

Franklin Howard 5 games-13.6PPG, 55% FG 26-47 overall, 3RPG, 2.6APG, 27% 3PT 3-11 overall, 50% FT 13-26 overall.

Moustapha Diagne 8 games-9.3PPG, 55% FG 31-56 overall, 8.1RPG, 2.8BPG, 65% FT 13-20 overall.

Thomas Bryant 6 games-12.8PPG, 57% FG 26-45 overall, 9RPG, 2.2BPG, 85% FT 24-28 overall.

Harry Giles 6 games-14PPG, 53% FG 34-64 overall, 8.3RPG, 1.1BPG, 56% FT 14-25 overall.

Derrick Jones-7 games-11.7PPG, 71% FG 35-49 overall, 4.2RPG, 73% FT 14-19 overall.

Tyus Battle 7 games-15.2PPG, 44% FG 36-81 overall, 3.5RPG, 45% 3PT 19-45 overall, 72% FT 16-22 overall.

Jamal Murray 5 games-14PPG, 37% FG 24-64 overall, 5.2RPG, 2APG, 28% 3PT 9-32 overall, 86% FT 13-15 overall.

Daily Updates
G.O.A.T ‏@GoatEnterprises

Thomas Bryant Peach Jam mix.

2016 SG Brandon Cyrus Adidas Invy mix.

Derrick Jones and Chris Silva UA Finals mix.

Sunday, July 20, 2014

7/20 News and Notes

Articles and Recaps
http://future150.com/hs/basketball-news/peach-jam-day-4-semi-finals-and-finals-set-12961
Jamal Murray noted for his standout play at the Peach Jam with SU coaches watching.

http://zagsblog.com/articles/livingston-jones-we-r1-win-under-armour-title-over-sports-u/
Derrick Jones help lead his WE R1 AAU team to an Under Armour Finals Championship.

http://www.statva.com/yahoo_site_admin/assets/docs/AG1402.200100415.pdf
Diagne vs Bryant/Battle. Diagne finished with 11pts and 7rbs in the win. Bryant had 5pts and 6rbs, while Battle led his team in scoring with 18pts and 5rbs in the loss.

http://insider.espn.go.com/blog/ncbrecruiting/on-the-trail/post?id=11094 (members)
Tyus Battle noted for his clutch performance at the Peach Jam.

http://insider.espn.go.com/blog/ncbrecruiting/on-the-trail/post?id=11091 (members)
Derrick Jones mentioned as having special athleticism in this UA Finals recap.

http://www.statva.com/yahoo_site_admin/assets/docs/Nike_EYBL_Championship.200142233.pdf
Moustapha Diagne and the NJ Playaz wins the Peach Jam Championship. Diagne scored 16pts, 14rbs, and 6blks.

Live Period Day Five Updates
G.O.A.T ‏@GoatEnterprises

Highlights
Thomas Bryant & Cheick Diallo Peach Jam highlights

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