He got the MVP of the Capital Classic, Geoghan said. A long and slender forward who can play facing the rim, Bookers stock took off over the summer while playing with the George Hill All-Indy. Anderson High's Kris Clack was the first McDonald's All-American to come out of Austin and the first to sign with the University of Texas. With a beautiful floater and shooting range beyond the three-point line, Smith is a true three-level bucket-getter who leverages the threat of his own scoring to find teammates for easy buckets. His car accident while driving with recruit Mateen Cleaves as a freshman triggered the NCAA investigation that led to most of the significant records from the 1990s, including Traylor's whole career, being wiped from the record books. All Rights Reserved, 700+ Hoopers Named 2023 McDonalds All American Nominees. Michigan State (center Xavier Booker, guard Jeremy Fears) and Oregon (wing K.J. The skinny: A native of Portland who has played his last two seasons at Compass Prep, Cook is a good-sized wing who is a jack-of-all trades type player. D.J., Dajuan and Milt are the first trio through three generations to appear in the McDonald's All-American Game. Before we look at who made the game, here are some numbers to consider. At the end of the day, he thrives by putting pressure on the rim. Mookie Cook, SF, Phoenix (Ariz.) Compass Prep. The McDonalds Selection Committee came under some scrutiny in the late 1990s and 2000s for some of the selections, including a grey area of allowing some fifth-year players to participate and others not to. And he now owns and coaches the CBA's Beijing Lions. In order to post comments, please make sure JavaScript and Cookies are enabled, and reload the page. Quite frankly, they didnt know how the team was picked, Geoghan said. Four senior boys and 14 senior girls from the Great Lakes State are in contention for the 48 roster spots (24 boys, 24 girls), which will be announced later this month. Abdur-Rahim was a 6-foot-9 shooter who played in an era where height mostly determined where you played on the court with few exceptions. Other players who starred were JaRon Rush, Quentin Richardson (both had 19 points); Al Harrington and Rashard Lewis (17 points); and Erick Barkley (12 assists). McKie played professional basketball 12 seasons for teams overseas and in the U.S. Cathedral's Xavier Booker is a top recruit, but you need to meet his family, Shade transferred to La Lumiere for her senior season, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. In retrospect, Antawn Jamison should be considered a pretty underrated player in his era. Jackson's career hit a wall after he decided to leave school early for the NBA draft and went undrafted in 1998. No player had a higher ceiling at the 1995 McDonald's All-American Game than Oak Hill Academy's Ron Mercer, one of the most sought-after high school basketball recruits of all time and the No. Strickland was arguably the nations best point guard and at Sonny Vaccaros Roundball Classic, he was the U.S. team MVP with 20 points, six steals and three assists. East Xavier Booker , 6-10, 210 lbs., C, Michigan State (No. Bender also had 10 rebounds, recording a double-double. The game's rosters featured the best and most highly recruited high school boys graduating in 1998. But this was 1995 and Clay joined up with former Maine Central Institute teammate and future NBA center Brad Miller at Purdue. And were not talking about great talents without a high school resume, or who were injured or fifth-year players ineligible for the game. A 72 center with a ridiculous 78 wingspan, Lively projects to be one of the best defensive prospects in this class as an excellent rim protector who can also hold his own on the perimeter when he needs to switch or trap. The girls game will tip at 6:30 p.m. The countdown to tip-off heats up as McDonald's will reveal the final roster of 48 players later this month. However, next years top NBA prospects are taking a variety of different routes to get to the league. Ranking: Top 35 (Hoop Scoop), Harold Miner (Inglewood, Calif.) 6-5 G (1989) The skinny: In terms of kids who look like fits for their college destinations, few look to be better than Walter and Baylor. [2][3][4] Of the 24 players, 16 went on to play in the NBA: among them McGrady who declared for the 1997 NBA Draft and was selected with the 9th overall pick by the Toronto Raptors, following Kevin Garnett (1995), Kobe Bryant and Jermaine O'Neal (both 1996), three other McDonald's All-Americans who were drafted out of high school. Louis Bullock was a high-scoring guard who stepped into the fray at the University of Michigan in the post-Fab Five era, lighting up Big Ten competition. Crispus Attucks wins 2023 City title by defeating Cathedral 61-51 on January 23, 2023. Now hes headed to Duke where hes likely to be a one-and-done top-10 pick. Garnett went on to play 21 seasons in the NBA, where he was named NBA MVP in 2004 and led the Celtics to the 2008 NBA championship alongside Pierce. The 1997 McDonald's All-American Boys Game was an All-star basketball game played on Saturday, March 29, 1997 at the Clune Arena in Colorado Springs, Colorado. To its credit, the games organizers realized the selection committee needed to be expanded to include younger, more mobile, talent evaluators so in recent years credible talent scouts such as Jerry Meyer (247Sports.com) and Eric Bossi (Rivals.com) were brought into the fold. 1998 McDonalds All-American Leaders. Dereck Lively II, C, Duke: Lively emerged as the potential top prospect in this class during a breakout summer playing next to Jalen Duren on a loaded Team Final squad on the EYBL. 4 nationally by USA Today. He wins state titles with his high school team and he wins international titles with USA Basketball. McDonald's is not responsible for the opinions, policies, statements or practices of any other companies, such as those that may be expressed in the web site you are entering. His versatile defense should be his calling card, with the length, quickness, and competitive makeup to cover a variety of different assignments. The Class of 2007 was a special group, one of the greatest classes of all-time. 6-8 F (1982) Not everyones dream will come true, however, as there is always more great players than spots available. 3. 21+ (18+ NH/WY). I SoCal regional finals. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (CO/IL/IN/LA/MD/MI/NJ/OH/PA/TN/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (KS/NH), 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), visit OPGR.org (OR), or 1-888-532-3500(VA). Kevin Durant (left) was MVP of the 2006 McDonalds All-American Game while Dwayne Wade was somewhat of a late bloomer on his Richards (Oak Lawn, Ill.) team and the Illinois Warriors AAU team. Amari Bailey, G, UCLA: Bailey is perhaps the most well-known recruit in this class after playing next to Bronny James (as well as current pros Ziaire Williams and BJ Boston) at LA prep powerhouse Sierra Canyon. Isaiah Collier, PG, Marietta (Ga.) Wheeler. The game was telecast live by CBS for the last time. Had he been part of the Class of 1996 or 1997, he would have gotten the green light to go directly from high school to the NBA. Ron Holland, PF, Duncanville (Texas) High. Sure, McClains game didnt translate into superstardom on the next levels, but that shouldnt have kept him from being recognized as a McDonalds All-American. Sam Okey's rise to one of the top basketball recruits in the nation from tiny Cassville High in Cassville, Wisconsin, was truly something to behold. High school: St. Charles West High School (St. Charles, Missouri), Career highlights: MSHSAA state champion (1995), Dutch Cup champion (2003), Eredivisie champion (2003), three-time All-Eredivisie (2002-04). That's before he was market-corrected by 1995 McDonald's All-American Game teammate Kevin Garnett, who was essentially Hood but just four or five inches taller. Roster. 1 ranked team in the country by the National Sports News Service (precursor to FAB 50), Wilson was a clutch player and a demon on the fast break, according to coach Mark Amatucci. 8 prospect in the senior class on the 247sports composite, helped Cathedral to the Class 4A state championship last season as a junior, averaging 12.5 points, 6.7 rebounds and 2.3 blocked shots per game. The girls game will tip at 6:30 p.m. The skinny: One of the premier shooters in the class of 2023, Holloway has been steadily climbing up the charts and his efforts have been rewarded with a game nomination. or Best Offer. Change year? Rebounds. Student-athletes who sign college scholarships are only permitted to play in two post-season all-star games, per NCAA rules, and that limits where the elite talent can play. display: none !important; Not everyone will be happy with the selections on this years team. Its not a perfect system, but I hand-picked a number of people who were legitimate talent evaluators.. The skinny: Simply put, Holland is a winner. The skinny: The son of former NBA All-Star Peja Stojakovic, Andrej is a big shot maker who is really coming on strong. 2 recruiting class. Shammgod went to using his birth name in college and starred at Providence alongside fellow future NBA player Austin Croshere, where they led the Friars to the Elite Eight in 1997. Ryan Robertson played alongside future Kansas teammate Paul Pierce in the 1995 McDonald's All-American Game after becoming a prep superstar in suburban St. Louis. He shouldnt have been, however, because he was team MVP, averaging eight points, 10 assists and eights steals per game. LeBron James played in the game in 2003, and his son, Bronny, was one of the 24 players announced Tuesday as participating this year. Kentucky has the No. He went on to have a 14-year NBA career highlighted by leading the Detroit Pistons to one of the biggest upsets in sports history when they swept the Los Angeles Lakers in the 2004 NBA Finals and Billups was named NBA Finals MVP. The 65 guard has been a staple at the top of the class rankings for so long that his game tends to get scrutinized more than his peers, but hes looked good since arriving in Chicago. Theres no doubt that this years McDonalds All-American class will still feature plenty of future pros. I started with about 12, but the voting committee slowly expanded because I wanted to make it as democratic as possible, Geoghan said. His versatility will be welcomed by Jon Scheyer next season. Clack was selected by the Boston Celtics in the second round of the 1998 NBA draft but never played in the NBA, instead playing one season in the IBL before playing eight more seasons overseas. Ranked No. Duke is right behind with three players in the game: forward Mackenzie Mgbako, forward Sean Stewart and guard Jared McCain. Marc Money Wilson (Calvert Hall, Towson, Md.) Required fields are marked *. To be honest with you, we took Muggsy because we couldnt get Reggie.. Cathedral senior Xavier Booker achieved one of the highest honors for a high school basketball player Tuesday as he was named a McDonalds All American. His dad, Dajuan, played in 2001, and his grandfather, Milt, played in the 1981 game. High school: Abraham Lincoln High School (Brooklyn, New York), Career highlights: Two-time Parade All-American (1994, 1995), Mr. New York Basketball (1995), two-time NBA All-Star (2001, 2003), two-time All-NBA (2000, 2003), NBA All-Rookie Team (1997), AP All-American (1996), All-ACC (1996), ACC Rookie of the Year (1996), three-time CBA Champion (2012, 2014, 2015), CBA Finals MVP (2015), CBA International MVP (2017). As the founder and executive director, I would never have a vote. Top 10 Players Who Should Have Been McDonalds All-Americans Kawhi Leonard (M.L. He should be a lockdown perimeter defender from the jump who plays bigger than his size at 64. Click here for instructions on how to enable JavaScript in your browser. You are leaving the McDonald's Corporation web site for a site that is controlled by a third party, not affiliated with McDonald's. Similar to DeAndre Jordan, Wood played in a loaded class, so it was likely a numbers game. Seven Grand Rapids basketball players nominated for McDonalds All-American Games, Kalamazoo Centrals Morasha Wiggins nominated for 2021 McDonalds All-American game, MLives first Mr. Basketball watch list update for 2021 season, First MLive Miss Basketball watchlist update for 2021 season, Julian Roper and defense lift St. Marys to 65-52 win over Grand Blanc in marquee battle, Meet one of the best Michigan girls high school basketball seniors few know about, Michigan girls basketball player with rare syndrome gets her shot, scores first points in high school game. The McDonald's All-American Game is the most prestigious high school basketball honor for any high school senior, and the 2023 game will feature a pair of legacy kids: Bronny James and D.J. Hes a little bit undersized as a center, but his athleticism is paired with toughness and smarts making him an elite defender who is capable of protecting the rim, covering in space or switching and recovering. The 1997 3-point shoot-out was won by Shane Battier. Even during an unprecedented year, we were so impressed seeing high school athletes continuing to celebrate the game we all love, while making an impact both on and off the court, McDonalds All American Games Selection Committee Chairman Joe Wootten said in a press release. Bullock was picked in the second round of the 1999 NBA draft by the Minnesota Timberwolves but never played in the NBA, instead spending over a decade as one of the best players in the top European leagues. Now that you know the numbers, heres a look at the East and West teams. Garnett played his first three seasons of high school basketball at Mauldin High in South Carolina before transferring to Farragut for his senior season. Wade did not make the McDonalds All-American team. The roster for the 2022 McDonald's All American Game was announced Thursday, and 13 of the top 14 prospects from the 247Sports Composite rankings for the 2022 recruiting class have been invited . Wayne Turner went from a prep superstar in Massachusetts to having one of the most venerated college basketball careers ever. He ended up at the University of Michigan for one season before a massive NCAA scandal saw him bounce to Missouri for the next two seasons. Scouts will want to see how Dick handles himself defensively in the Big 12 and the full extent of his ability off the bounce, but he feels like a safe bet as a big shooter with a reputation for having a good feel for the game. In an odd twist, Marbury spent the last decade of his career becoming a superstar in the Chinese Basketball Association and is beloved in the country. This infusion of scouts, who are regulars on the recruiting trail, helped curtail a majority of that scrutiny in recent seasons. Michigans Mr. Basketball for 1985, Rice averaged 20.8 ppg on a 27-1 team as a junior and was even better his senior season. Points. Call (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelpline.ma.org (MA), Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Cookie Settings/Do Not Sell My Personal Information. 19 by the Hoop Scoop, Sawyer was a scoring guard who could also pass the rock with flash. It's wild to think the duo couldn't win a national championship together, but they did team up for a Final Four in 1997 and Jamison was named National Player of the Year in 1998. Among those, 91 have been Duke . He should making a living blocking shots and finishing with dunks around the rim, but his flashes of perimeter skill makes him even more intriguing. Currently you have JavaScript disabled. Heres an early look at this years boys McDonalds All-American class. 2. = Another certified winner at the high school level, hes a guy who makes contested shots, rebounds incredibly well for a guard and competes on both ends. Jordan did play in the final Roundball Classic, scoring six points and blocking six shots. 1 ranked prospect Isaiah Collier (USC commit) and No. Ronald Curry 13. His quick first step and pull-up game are dynamic and hes a crafty finisher at the rim. The McDonald's All American Game is the all-star basketball game played each year for American and Canadian boys . Livelys halfcourt offense is more of a question mark, but he did showcase some impressive outside shooting on the EYBL. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & resort (KS). Ronald Curry 19. The skinny: Headed to play in nearby Ames, Biliew is one of the most athletic forwards in all of America. He was also famously a saxophone major in the band and the Volusia County Player of the Year in volleyball. McDonalds All-American; Rosters; Players; Awards; Stats; 2022 McDonalds All-American Rosters. Dillon Mitchell, F, Texas: Mitchell is a 67 forward who enters Texas with a reputation as arguably the best athlete in the class. White bounced around various pro leagues in Europe, the U.S. and Canada for the next 12 seasons and last played for the London Lightning in the National Basketball League of Canada in 2011. As a senior, hes learned to rely less on bulldozing defenders and more on changes of speed and direction to get where he needs to go. 8. Kevin Lyde 14. 2005-2023 CBS INTERACTIVE ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Michigans group of 14 girls is the ninth most among the 50 states and is composed of East Kentwoods Keliese Christopher, Kaybriana Hallman (Xavier), Alexis McCully and Madisyn Tillman, Wayne Memorials Lachelle Austin (Eastern Michigan) and Alanna Micheaux, Detroit Renaissances Kailee Davis (Northern Kentucky) and Shannon Wheeler (Dayton), East Grand Rapids Jillian Brown (Northwestern), Hamiltons A.J. 1997: East 94, West 81: Clune Arena: Colorado Springs, Colorado: The skinny: Sheppard is a pretty skilled and all-around solid guard. Jared McCain, CG, Corona (Calif.) Centennial. The committee didnt choose him, but we knew of him because, back then, coaches called to make sure we knew about a kid. Doyel:Cathedral's Xavier Booker is a top recruit, but you need to meet his family. Language links are at the top of the page across from the title. The first McDonalds All-American boys roster was compiled in 1977, and the girls debuted in 2002. Rod Strickland (Oak Hill Academy, Mouth of Wilson, Va.) 6-2 G (1985) During the halftime break, the jersey number 23 was retired in honor of Michael Jordan. He set the NCAA career record for games played at Kentucky while leading the Wildcats to three consecutive NCAA championship games and winning national championships in 1996 and 1998. The 1999 game saw several records: it was the highest scoring game in the event history, and Jonathan Bender broke Jordan's record of 30 points by scoring 31, 18 of which in the first half. King, Riverside, Calif.) 6-7 F (2009) Whitehead is also one of the youngest prospects in this class, not turning 18 years old until August, which makes his present day maturity and future upside even more enticing. The content and policies, including the privacy policy, on the site you are entering may vary from McDonald's viewpoints and policies. 2 ranked recruiting class Duke has landed the second most nominees, three. He stood out at the 78 Superstar Camp, according to noted skills trainer Ruben Luna. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. (Photo: Courtesy of Dan Fritz/@DFritzphotos), (Photo: Jim Hawkins special to 247, 247Sports). ET on ESPN. He can defend all over the floor with impressive quickness on the perimeter and the length to block shots near the basket. .hide-if-no-js { Were talking about players who enjoyed some success in grassroots basketball and monster success with their high school team. Booker can really run the floor, shoots with some range and is one of the best rim protectors in the class when hes engaged on the defensive end. 44 Reed Sheppard (who is No. This page was last edited on 1 March 2023, at 04:03. Detroits whole picture comes into focus, and Will Levis FINALLY gets drafted. High school: Anderson High School (Austin, Texas), Career highlights: Two-time All-Big 12 (1998, 1999), two-time Big 12 All-Defensive Team (1997, 1998). To the committees credit, its done a good job. One problem? Kelel Ware, C, Oregon: Ware is a 7-foot center who shot up the class rankings over the last year because of his impressive movement skills, coordination, and length. He played professionally overseas until 2012, and his career encompassed 19 teams and touched pretty much every corner of the globe. 2 ranked prospect Justin Edwards . Wagner headline stacked boys roster for 2023 game . His lack of bulk can be a problem when playing against more physical big men but his ability to motor up and down the court, bouncy finishing at the rim and potential as a shot blocker help to make up for any lack of strength. The skinny: One of the most fiercely competitive players in the class of 2023, Fears is a hard charging floor general who loves to attack the paint and create for others. Because of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the McDonald's All-American game . Kentucky has the most committed players out of the 24 roster spots, with four players. All the players that have made a McDonalds All-American roster in recent seasons were deserving. 6-1 G (1982) I was always honest with people and told them for the Capital Classic, I did what was in the best interests of the game. Change year? He finishes with athleticism around the rim, can defend multiple positions and shows potential as a ball handler and playmaker at the next level. Anderson went 100-12 during Clack's three seasons on the varsity before he went on to become a two-time All-Big 12 pick with the Longhorns. Ranking: Top 25 (Hoop Scoop), Brian Fair (South Mountain, Phoenix, Ariz.) 6-3 G (1991) Stojakovic became the 10th recruit in program history to earn a spot on the event's roster. Traylor was part of one of the most famous trades in NBA history the day he was selected No. Quentin Richardson 19. High school: Murray-Wright High School (Detroit, Michigan), Career highlights: Parade All-American (1995), NIT Most Valuable Player (1997), NIT champion (1997), NABC All-American (1998), Big Ten Tournament champion (1998). There will be questions about how he holds up on the defensive end and if he can be a full-time primary initiator, but he currently has the makings of a possible top-five NBA draft pick. Photo: Student Sports Archives. 4 overall pick in the 1996 NBA draft before embarking on 13 roller-coaster seasons in which he was alternatively an NBA All-Star and franchise killer.
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