SPRINGFIELD, Massachusetts — The top high school basketball teams descended on the Basketball Hall of Fame for one of the best showcases of the year, the Hoophall Classic. Basketball fans packed the gym at Springfield College over the weekend to get a glimpse of future NBA stars.
Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum even made the two-hour drive from Boston to support his alma mater, Chaminade High School on Sunday. The Celtics star played in this event in 2016, scoring 40 points against Markelle Fultz and DeMatha Catholic High School.
This year, sophomore guard Ian Jackson had a breakout performance, scoring 30 points on 11-of-18 shooting and was one of the best players on the court Sunday. But the seniors, and potential 2023 NBA draft picks, really put on a show.
Here’s a look at seven up-and-coming players to keep an eye on as future draft prospects.
College commitment: Duke
Height/weight: 7-2, 220 pounds
Lively is currently the No. 1 player in the country and the best rim…
