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Murray State's Roman Domon is off to a nice start as he steps into a larger role in year two with the racers. The 6-9, 220 G/F from France has been a walking mismatch all season so far, using his size, ball skills and shot fakes to generate a ton of points around the rim. In just 3 games he's already taken 26 free throws and is averaging 22.7 PPG, 4.7 RPG and 3.5 APG on 47.5% shooting. Annoys opposing defenders with his size and creativity, Domon should be a scoring machine at the MM level this season. Needs to improve some of his careless turnovers, regardless it was a very smart decision by him to run it back. Eager to see how he matches vs HM opponents later this month.

Career high night for Jake Hall as he went off for 39 points in the win vs Little rock. The 6-4 sophomore guard from California is on a true superstar scoring tear at the collegiate level, averaging over 30 PPG in his first 3 games and tonight finished with 39 PTS on 10-23 FG, 6/14 3PA and 13/15 FT Hall's got the creative shot making to take over games, plays in his own pace, really great shooter and has an advanced understanding on using ball fakes to generate FTA's.

LSU's Michael Ružić has been terrific off the bench for the tigers since the season has started. The 7-0 Croatian 20-year old big-man, is progressing well after his strong exhibition play, averaging 15.3/7/2.0 while shooting 77.8% from the field off the bench. Has put on a lot of muscle since his last draft entire in 2025, moves well for a footer, has really good hands, good touch, there's upside as a spacer in time, needs to work on becoming a more efficient shooter from 3 but will take them, also his defense on the ball has been really good LSU have looked really good to begin the year, partly thanks to Ruzic's efforts and he's had a very effective paring with Donovan dent, as both of them have exceled with one another. Has a big test on Saturday vs Gonzaga against a top frontcourt in the nation but cementing himself as one of the better young bigs at the HM level.

Northwestern's Jake West has had a really strong start to his sophomore tenure averaging 21.3 PPG and 8.7 APG during his first 3 games. Granted them being in buy games, West has still shown immense growth as a decision maker and creator at this level, has done a really good job reading the defense to make effective reads and got more explosive off the bounce. He's always been a gifted passer dating back to his time at Penn Charter, now given the keys to run the offense, so far thru 3 games, West has scored 64 points and dished out 26 assists to just 6 turnovers. Really nice signs for West.

UCLA's Nikola Kusturica continues to showcase why he's a special talent The 6-9 17-year old Serbian took over in this one vs UNF playing a total of 23 minutes, yet went for 29 points, 6 rebounds, 3 assists on just 12 shots Truly a game changer on the defensive end thanks to his length, athleticism and non stop motor. Never will take a play off but the offensive flashes today were awesome as well. Has serious athletic strides that aren't teachable, shot it well, can pass and handle the ball, just the total package that's only getting better by the day. Remarkable talent

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Kusturica's motor is truly special, always active, playing hard and making winning plays on both ends.

After a strong opener Boston College's Money Williams has continued his strong play with a very impressive 35 points, 9 boards and 5 assists (one turnover) in the win vs Umass. With Boston college leaning on him to do virtually everything on offense, Williams is making the most of it, a very strong, savvy guard who can get to the rim at will. Has generated 28 FT's in just two games to begin the season, pretty absurd stuff from the Montana transfer who's also doing a better job at controlling the tempo and letting the game come to him.

Cal Poly’s junior guard Hamad Mousa looked really sharp last night vs Arizona going for 30 points. Mousa has a rare combination of shooting, size and self-creation traits for a 6-8 guard at the MM level. He had an incredibly efficient 30 Points on 14 shots while shooting 8/10 3PT, constantly matched up vs Arizona's best wing defenders but had no issues generating good looks. The 20-year old has a chance to be the first ever player born from Qatar to make the NBA.

🇫🇷 6-9 Mohamed Diakite is off to a very promising start to his freshman season at East Texas A&M Had a monster two-way performance today vs Rice with 23 points, 7 rebounds, 3 assists, 2 steals and 3 blocks while shooting 9-17 from the field With his size and length Diakite has been able to change games on the defensive end early in the season, while also being a legit spacer, on-ball option and transition athlete. Had legit reps in the Eurocup just a year ago, clearly a talent above this level but it was a very smart spot for him to develop, also gets to be on more radars as result. Really intriguing prospect that I'm eager to see grow this season.

Wrote about Northern Arizona’s Chris Komin on Monday on the fact that I really like the California native's ability to create shots for himself. Had a strong end to his freshman season in big sky play last season and last night vs UNLV, he finished with 24 points, 3 rebounds, 2 assists, 2 steals in 32 minutes on 8-12 shooting. He's got a slender frame but knows how to use his body to create some space, has a really pretty shot, he's also very quick and bouncy, just a really fun kid to watch that should have a big sophomore season.

Really impressive all-around performance from LSU's Saliou Niang tonight The 6-8 junior forward who transferred over from Virtus Bologna in the EL showcased pretty early signs of elite defensive instincts and motor, finishing with 14 points, 14 rebounds, 5 assists and 6 steals in just 23 minutes of action. Goes without out saying the impact he's about to make this season for LSU, a legitimate top wing defender in the nation that also offers strong playmaking chops, rebounding and athleticism.

DePaul has a really nice buy-low portal addition with 6-5 ASU transfer Noah Meeusen. Noah who's now playing his natural position at PG had 11 points, 8 assists, 7 boards with just one turnover against West Georgia yesterday. Had at least 5 absurd finds out of the PNR that threw off the UWG defenders, has some really good feel and vision, he's also a really good point of the attack defender with really good hands on defense Does a lot of great things for a pass-first PG.

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Winthrop's Keshawn Fisher had his breakout party this morning going for 32 points vs Queens in Rock Hill The 6-7 Detroit native was all over the floor bringing in relentless effort on both ends, Fisher finished with 32 points, 6 rebounds, 2 assists, 4 blocks, 2 steals on 12/15 FG and shot 5/8 from deep Fisher pulled Winthrop back in this one after being down by 20 at one point, a taller G/F that has impressive length, ball skills, strong defensive processing and perimeter scoring. High upside

As I'm writing my favorite under the radar sleepers heading into college basketball Winthrop's Keshawn Fisher is showcasing why he's a legitimate HM talent, thought so out of HS at River Rouge, it's taken a year, I think now he's found the perfect spot to break out. Has looked great on both ends today vs Queens.

Impressive debut performance from 6-10 Norte Dame Sophomore F Brady Koehler The native of fishers, IN impacted the game on both ends, finishing with 16 points, 8 rebounds, 2 steals, 2 blocks on 6-13 shooting Moves well for his height, has the ability to create of the bounce with his handle, can actually use his body to create some openings out of the PNR, I was very impressed how he processed the game then defensively was all over the place, with his length and athleticism.

Brady Koehler making winning plays left and right The 6-10 Norte Dame sophomore has looked really awesome in Italy today

Intriguing flashes from 6-7 point forward Felipe Minzer vs IU Indy on Tuesday night The 6-7/220 19-year old Argentine freshman is coming off a strong first year stateside during his senior season in the grind session. Thought he had a lot of impressive moments vs IU indy going for 16 points, 8 rebounds, 9 rebounds, 4 steals on 5-10 shooting. Came away with the game-winning stop, has really good feel and hands on the defensive end, has the ability to push and generate offense from defense, having a savvy handle and strength/size that makes him a threat in the PNR. While it wasn't all pretty, throwing some plays away, the clear flashes are there for him to maybe be an conference talent as a freshman. Next to star guard Zyree Collins who went for 32 and a dominant paint scorer in Rashaud Marshall, Austin Peay arguably has the best trio in the UAC this season. Austin Peay's as good as anyone when it comes to high school evaluation and have yet another great class.

UCLA's 6-9 G/F 17-year old Nikola Kusturica flashes on both ends last night vs CBU, he combines his gifted tools with arguably one of the highest motors in the nation. The efficiency wasn't great, but Kusturica can impact the game in so many different facets if the shot isn't falling. He filled the stat sheet with 10 points, 8 rebounds, 6 assists, 0 turnovers, 5 steals, 2 blocks in just 24 minutes and was a +39 in those minutes for the Bruins. Very impactful defender that has the ability to turn defense into offense, being a very fluid athlete and handler at his frame. Grabbed 4 offensive rebounds using his length and with his long arms, he can easily pin shots at the rim then push the tempo as a taller guard. He's 17 for the entire NCAA season, which is crazy to think about, with how many upperclassmen's are starting for HM teams, but that will undoubtedly help him grow this season.