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2023 Grassroots Showcase 16U Standouts III

4, May 2023

2023 Grassroots Showcase 16U Standouts III

LOUISVILLE, KY—The 16U division was deep at the Grassroots Showcase. We added plenty of new names to our notes. Here are some of those names. 

 

Related: 2023 Grassroots Showcase 16U Standouts | 2023 Grassroots Showcase 16U Standouts II

 

Anderson Wilkin

Tuscaloosa, AL

Class
2025
|
Position
CG
|
Height
6' 2"
|
National
WL
National Pos. Rank
WL
State
WL
State Pos. Rank
WL

 

When discussing the best shooters at the Grassroots Showcase, you have to mention Wilkin. The sniper scorched the nets all weekend for the Alabama Celtics 16U bunch. Whether it was coming off screens or shooting it off the dribble, the sophomore consistently made shots in Louisville. However, Wilkin isn’t just a shooter. He can make plays off the bounce and is a reliable rebounder, too. The shooting will definitely be his bread-and-butter, but this guy is becoming a more complete player each time out. 

 

Terrence Walker

Lauderdale Lakes, FL

Class
2025
|
Position
SF
|
Height
6' 4"
|
National
WL
National Pos. Rank
WL
State
WL
State Pos. Rank
WL

 

Man, there’s a ton to like about Walker now and where he’s going to be in the future. The 6-foot-5 wing man mixes production with potential upside with his game. Walker made some shots from the perimeter that piqued interest, but he also is comfortable putting the ball on the floor. He oozes with versatility on both ends of the floor, and that’s another reason why he’ll be coveted by many college programs going forward. I’m buying stock in Walker going forward. - Garrett Tucker 

 

Dalton Jackson

BOONEVILLE, MS

Class
2025
|
Position
SG
|
Height
6'
|
School Team
National
NR
National Pos. Rank
NR
State
NR
State Pos. Rank
NR

 

As a point guard, you have to run the show efficiently for your team to be successful. In Jackson’s case, he’s the engine for GOAT Hoops and he was a well-oiled machine this weekend. The floor general excelled in pick-and-roll opportunities, and, frankly, in any situation where he had to make a decision. Jackson shot the ball well from 3, but he can also get in the lane and make plays for others, too. He’s also the catalyst for Booneville (MS), who has won back-to-back state championships. Say no more! - Garrett Tucker 

 

Zy'Vaun Puckett

Cary, NC

Class
2026
|
Position
SG
|
Height
6' 3"
|
School Team
National
WL
National Pos. Rank
WL
State
WL
State Pos. Rank
WL

 

Think something along the lines of Jazian Gortman when you watch Zy’Vaun play. He has size, explosiveness and a scoring mentality when he is on the floor. He has length too, the same type of length that Gortman has. I’m not saying he is going to be the player that Gortman is but at the same age, there are a lot of similarities. He likes to change gears in transition, he can knock down shots and he plays with the same intensity that Gortman does. I think Puckett is going to be a guy that can play at the next level. - Justin Byerly 

 

Mica Merriman

Gadsden, AL

Class
2025
|
Position
PG
|
Height
6' 2"
|
School Team
National
WL
National Pos. Rank
WL
State
35
State Pos. Rank
5

 

Merriman is a classic example of not having to score to dominate a game. The 6-foot-3 point guard had a phenomenal weekend, headlined by his IQ, passing, and ability to set others up for scoring opportunities. The sophomore was effective spraying the ball around to his teammates in transition and the half-court. Merriman also kept defenses honest with his ability to make shots from 3 and pull-up jumpers in the mid-range. He was a nice find from the weekend and I’m excited to track him going forward. - Garrett Tucker 

 

Braylon Dame

Moulton, AL

Class
2025
|
Position
CG
|
Height
6' 2"
|
National
WL
National Pos. Rank
WL
State
WL
State Pos. Rank
WL

 

It was another successful weekend for the Alabama Generals Black squad as they went undefeated with a 4-0 record. They have a very balanced team from top to bottom, but the more I watch, the more I come away liking Braylon Dame. The Lawrence County (AL) guard is skilled, makes good decisions, and always seems to make shots. He filled it up from behind the arc this weekend, but he was also active around the rim with some slick finishes in traffic. Dame has put together some quality performances over the past month. - Garrett Tucker 

 

Temar Colley

McDonough, GA

Class
2025
|
Position
SG
|
Height
5' 11"
|
School Team
National
WL
National Pos. Rank
WL
State
WL
State Pos. Rank
WL

 

Temar Colley was the leading scorer for thiis Kountry Wayne team this past weekend. Colley is a solid 3-point shooter and a reliable overall scorer. He can go into microwave mode and rattle off several buckets in a row to change the complexion of a game. Outside of scoring, Colley leaves his mark on a game in various facets of the game. 


 

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Josh Tec
Editor-in-Chief

Josh Tec is a Georgia State graduate with a degree in journalism. Tec aspires to work in basketball media as his career continues. At Georgia State, he graduated with Summa Cum Laude honors and was recognized as a leader in the classroom. Outside of basketball, Tec loves movies and perpetually seeks out his next favorite film.