OJ Mayo G – USC. This freshman does not lack confidence. He will make an immediate impact for Tim Floyd @ USC. He has a high basketball IQ, a terrific perimeter game, as well as several moves with the ball where he can create and get to the basket. If he could improve his mid range game, this kid would be unstoppable. Expect big things from him in the Pac 10.
Eric Gordon G – Indiana. Very smart player, with a terrific jump shot. He can shoot off the dribble from anywhere on the perimeter. He needs to work on his rebounding as well as his passing, but not many people will notice too many weaknesses when they see this kid light it up in the Big 10.
Kyle Singler G/F – Duke. This versatile freshman will bring his game to the ACC. He has a nice perimeter shot as well as the smarts that Coach K looks for in a player. He is not the strongest of players, but he will definantly contribute for the Dukies this year.
Michael Beasley F – Kansas State. If you saw any of the Mcdonalds All American game you saw what this kid brings to the table. He is versatile where he can score from the low block and the perimeter. He needs to work on his passing as he should create a lot of double teams this year in Manhatten.
Kevin Love C – UCLA. This horse will help UCLA out in having one of the best front courts in America. He is an impact player who can score from the low block and also start a break with his solid outlet passes. One of his weaknesses could be his ability to run the floor, however with Ben Howlands grind it out style at UCLA it wont be that big of an issue for the Bruins.
Derrick Rose G – Memphis. An athletic point guard who will thrive with John Calipari at Memphis. This kis is not easily rattled, so he will be able to handle whatever pressure is brought upon him. He is one of the finer passers you will see as a true freshman. If he could work on his perimeter shot a little he could be the total package for a point guard. He should thrive in Conference USA.
Jerryd Bayless G – Arizona. This kid is always on the attack. He is an aggresive scorer who will succeed with Lute Olsen and the high powered Wildcats. Improvement with his passing and the changing of speeds during the course of the game should be worked on to make him more of a complete player.
Bill Walker G/F – Kansas State. Another of the top freshman is headed to play in the Big 12 for K-State. Walker is an athletic finisher who will put points on the board. He struggles with his ball handling and 3 point range, but this competitor will find a way to put some points on the board.
Donte Greene F – Syracuse. The last time Jim Boeheim landed a top recruit from Baltimore it worked out pretty well. Green has so much potential to thrive in the Big East with Syracuse. He is a very athletic kid who has a good perimeter shot. If he could learn how to finish he would be a force to be reckoned with at Syracuse. He should put up some good points as a freshman and be a big part of the 2-3 zone with his length down low.
Austin Freeman G/F – Georgetown. He will play on a loaded Georgetown team. He is a big time scorer who is very versatile. He has good instincts and should get plenty of minutes with the Hoyas this year. A little work on his perimeter shot never hurt anyone, but he will be a tough player to matchup with in the Big East with Freeman and Hibbert on the same team.
Johnny Flynn G – Syracuse. Boeheim lands another top recruit as he had to do after losing Nichols, Watkins, Roberts, and Andy Rautins (to injury). Flynn is a big game player who has a passion for the game. He also has the poise to be a point guard in the Big East. With his quickness if he could shoot off the dribble he could be as close to unstoppable as a freshman could be. He should log plenty of minutes for Coach Boeheim as Josh Wright has struggled as point guard in his brief career.
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