Mitten Prep Hoops Scouting & Analysis

Showcase season is almost upon us, and schedules are starting to be announced.

We’ve already written about the Carmody Classic and the Moneyball in Lansing. The Horatio Williams Foundation’s Tip-off Classic is the latest to release its full schedule and it might be the strongest showcase yet.

HW Tip-off Classic Schedule:

Day 1: Friday, December 1
Detroit Catholic Central vs. Harper Woods
Romulus Summit vs. Detroit Renaissance
Warren Lincoln vs. Old Redford
Day 2: Saturday, December 2
Detroit Edison vs. Oak Park
River Rouge vs. East Kentwood
Davison vs. Ferndale
Brother Rice vs. University Prep
North Farmington vs. Detroit King
East Lansing vs. West Bloomfield

HW Tip-off Classic top 20 players:

Elijah Williams 6-6 So. Brother Rice – Williams, son of new Pistons head coach Monty Williams, is a five-star recruit nationally and already has offers from high-major D1 schools.

Greg Lawson 6-2 Jr. Davison – Lawson is one of the rare high-major recruits I have not yet seen in person. I’m very excited to see him in action as a power-5 talent.

Chas Lewless 6-3 Sr. Detroit King – Elite scorer who has really cut down his high turnover rate from when he was at Detroit CC. Can score at all three levels and can take over a game against anyone. Signed with San Diego.

Lance Stone 5-7 Jr. Detroit Renaissance – Quick, aggressive and a terrific outside shooter, Stone has everything except height. He has recently taken visits to MSU and UM.

Jordan Sigmon 6-2 So. Detroit Renaissance – Michigan’s 2026 class is among the best in state history and Sigmon has the talent to make a Darius Acuff-like rise.

Markus Blackwell 6-2 Jr. Warren Lincoln – Blackwell is a crafty scorer who is smooth running the show or playing off the ball. He has D1 offers and could sneak into a power-5 conference.

Cameron Hutson 6-6 Jr. East Lansing – Hutson, son of former Michigan State forward Andre Hutson, is an elite shooter with a silky game getting to the basket. He looks like a prime time hooper.

Warren Marshall 6-4 Sr. Brother Rice – Marshall has had bursts of production and even dominance for the Warriors, but this will be his first season as the go-to scorer. Signed with Oakland University.

Xander Wedlow 6-9 Sr. University Prep – Dominant post presence who can also step outside and hit mid-range jumpers. One of the best rebounders in the state.

Jaquon Stennis 6-8 So. Old Redford – Stennis burst on to the scene picking up a football offer from Michigan before he even played a down. Now 6-8 and potentially still growing, basketball seems to be his future. Has an offer from Penn State.

Tyler Spratt 6-5 Sr. North Farmington – Spratt’s defensive game has always been a little ahead of his offense, but he’s a tremendous shooter who will have to carry more of the scoring load this season. Committed to Cleveland State.

Moses Blackwell 5-8 Jr. Warren Lincoln – Another speedy roadrunner-type player who can beat teams with quickness or shooting. Has a D1 offer from Detroit Mercy.

Christian Humphrey-Rembert 6-9 Sr. East Kentwood – Pretty much a tall shooting guard, as he spends most of his time on the perimeter. Premier athlete who is a threat to dunk any time the team is in transition.

Geon Hutchins 6-4 Jr. Oak Park – Hutchins picked up a D1 offer this summer. He’s still a bit raw offensively, but he eventually has the length and skill to play point guard.

Landon Williams 6-4 Sr. North Farmington – Williams has a bit of an unorthodox shot, but he’s an efficient shooter and tremendous passer, which will allow him to play point guard at the next level. Signed with Niagra.

T.J. Nadeau 6-5 Sr. Detroit Catholic Central – Has been one of Michigan’s best shooters since his sophomore year. Has the height and skill to be a key factor in D1 or DII college ball.

Jah Hatchett 5-11 Jr. East Kentwood – Gritty point guard who plays with passion and a chip on his shoulder. Probably the most underrated player in the state.

Uchenna Amene 6-2 Sr. Detroit Catholic Central – Can score in bunches and create for others. Very quick on defense and still has overall upside.

Eden Vinyard 6-8 Fr. Ferndale – Could end up a high-major recruit. Great size and build, especially as a freshman. Should help Ferndale avoid a rebuilding phase coming off a D2 state title.

Dontez Scott 6-0 Sr. Romulus Summit – Disappointed in the state semifinals, but he has all the tools to lead his team right back to the Breslin this season. Committed to Saginaw Valley State.