MP Hoops Scouting & Analysis

Over the course of the next two months, Mitten Prep Hoops will break down the top and potentially undervalued prospects from some of the state’s best teams.

Undefeated through their first nine games, North Farmington is among the top teams in the state with two D1 signees and a couple more college-level players.

The Raiders have been good for years, but this might be the year they really challenge for a state title with a tremendous blend of size, shooting and great defense.

Here is a breakdown of some of their key recruits and contributors:

Landon Williams, 6-4, Sr. – A prime Mr. Basketball candidate who has come into his own as a lead scorer. A big point guard who hits outside shots and runs the offense. Has been much more aggressive as a scorer this year after the graduation of Ryan Hurst. Heading into the season, everyone knew North Farmington would be good. It was just a question of who would become the lead scorer. Williams has taken that role with stride. Signed with Niagra.

Tyler Spratt, 6-5, Sr. – An elite shooter and defender. Perhaps the best defender in the state. Spratt, like Williams, has also taken up more of a consistent scoring role. He’s tough to defend because he’s long with a great outside shot. If he can develop a more consistent move into the paint, he could be an elite college player. Signed with Cleveland State.

Dylan Smith, 6-8, Sr. – A key transfer who gives the Raiders a true post presence. Smith is actually a great ball-handler, who can start at the top of the key and make plays toward the basket. Solid post moves make him hard to stop in the paint. Smith has some D2 offers. He would be an obvious D1 player if he could add a little more quickness.

Robert Smith, 5-11, Jr. – Another key transfer who gives the team some quickness. Smith is a solid ball-handler and shooter. He’s a fierce competitor who gives the offense balance. Smith is capable of putting up big scoring numbers, but has been great at facilitating this season. He’s pesky on defense despite being a bit undersized. Strong at the point of attack with a sturdy base near the rim.

Avi Meltser, 6-0, Jr. – If North Farmington has one knock, it’s a lack of depth. Meltser is an intriguing junior who can shoot and guard, but he hasn’t been asked to do too much, yet. As the year goes on, North Farmington will need to hash out a consistent role for players 5-8 in the rotation. Meltser, with his blend of offensive upside and defensive capabilities could have a much larger role during the second half of the season.