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Send us Fan Mail The concept of “position” in basketball is outdated. College coaches are no longer recruiting point guards, shooting guards, or small forwards in the traditional sense. They’re recruiting roles. In this episode, we break down why “position” is a parent word and “role” is a coach word — and how misunderstanding that difference can completely derail a recruiting path. We cover: • Wh...

Send us Fan Mail College coaches evaluate players rapidly, often in under 10 seconds, making early impressions critical. This video explains how to study film effectively, focusing on habits like shot selection, defensive effort, and decision-making speed, rather than just highlights. Understanding these aspects of basketball film is essential for players aiming for college basketball opportunitie...

Send us Fan Mail Every coach loves talent. But when the game is tight, the season is on the line, and possessions matter — coaches don’t play the most talented player. They play the one they trust. In this episode, we break down why trust is the real currency in basketball. Defensive discipline. Shot selection. Decision-making. Role acceptance. Emotional control. That’s what earns minutes. Talent...

Send us Fan Mail Texas high school basketball is entering the Regional Finals, and tonight on Baseline Truth we break down the biggest matchups and the recruiting realities players and parents need to understand. This episode covers the Heights vs Veterans Memorial, Brennan vs Steele, and Judson vs Westlake regional final games, along with a deeper look at what college basketball coaches actually...

Send us Fan Mail “If he plays well, coach will handle the rest.” That’s what a lot of families believe. And that’s where the process breaks down. In this episode, we break down why your high school coach can support your recruiting — but cannot be your recruiting strategy. We unpack the difference between support and structure, production vs. projection, and why passive families fall behind. High...

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Send us Fan Mail DiAris Anderson 6’4” combo guard, On1 Prep Academy) joins the OES Watchlist for a full evaluation and player breakdown. In this episode, we dive into: • Deep shooting range and shot confidence • Handle and feel to create for himself and teammates • Tempo control and late-clock decision making • Vocal, gritty defensive presence • Academic discipline (4.0 student-athlete) • College...

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Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Baseline Truths, we break down late-season high school basketball performances and what they actually mean for recruiting. 🏀 Ian Joshua finishes strong with 22 points and steady defense, competing regardless of score or situation. 🔥 Braylen Taylor (5'10" PG) goes 6-of-7 from three, adds elbow jumpers, tear drops, and multiple lob assists that electri...

Send us Fan Mail Gus Mills is a 6’3” combo guard from Waco Midway in the Class of 2028, and this is his full Watchlist evaluation. In this episode, we break down: His offensive identity and ball screen reads Defensive versatility at 6’3” Projection as a point vs. scoring guard Development track and swing skills Daily habits that separate serious prospects This isn’t hype. This is film-based evalua...

Send us Fan Mail Zydon Clark (Class of 2026) is a 6’6” forward from Veterans Memorial (TX) who impacts games through motor, rebounding, and defensive activity. In this OES Watchlist interview, Clark breaks down his offensive rebounding mindset, interior scoring efficiency, defensive communication, and recruiting goals. Coaches looking for Division II and NAIA forwards who bring toughness, energy,...

Send us Fan Mail Hashim Al-Yasiri is a 6’5” guard out of International Leadership of Texas in Lewisville drawing multiple Midwest offers. In this Watchlist interview, we break down what actually translates in his game — offensive creation, defensive versatility, and long-term role projection. This isn’t a highlight reel conversation. It’s a basketball conversation. We discuss: • Guard skill at 6’5...

Send us Fan Mail DJ Majors is one of the most reliable, college-ready guards coming out of Texas high school basketball. A 26’ guard from Guyer High School in Denton, he already carries the résumé coaches respect: 6A State Champion, 6’2”, 195 pounds, and a 3.3 GPA. With offers from Ottawa and Bethel — the Bethel offer being the moment he truly hit my radar — DJ shows every sign of being a physical...

Send us Fan Mail Chandler Miles Army West Point Basketball Commit 6’8” | 230 lbs | Forward | Killeen Ellison Chandler Miles is headed to Army West Point Basketball, and his path was built on winning habits—not hype. In this Watchlist episode, we sit down with the 6’8”, 230-pound senior forward from Killeen Ellison to talk about mindset, role acceptance, rebounding, and what it really takes to earn...

Send us Fan Mail Joshua Rice (Class of 2026) isn’t built on hype — he’s built on production, leadership, and real guard habits . After competing in Texas 6A at Steele High School , Rice relocated to Hampton, Virginia for his senior year and brought the same things that translate at every level: pace control, playmaking IQ, rebounding from the guard spot, on-ball defense, and a steady scoring packa...

Send us Fan Mail Why do college coaches trust certain big men and ignore others? In this One-Eyed Scout Watchlist clip, Delano Tarpley breaks down what actually earns minutes at the Division I level — rebounding, rim protection, and reliability. Tarpley is a 6’10–6’11, 245-lb center, Class of 2026, from San Antonio (Brennan HS), now signed with UTEP Miners. This clip explains why his game translat...

Send us Fan Mail In this updated episode of The Watchlist, Kevin Howell (The One-Eyed Scout) catches up with Jamail Garland, one of the toughest, most explosive guards in Texas. Since their last sit-down, a lot has changed. Garland is now a senior at Steele High School and officially signed with Missouri S&T Miners. The recruitment is done — now the real work begins. In this episode, we talk a...

Send us Fan Mail Sun Jinkal is a real stock riser — and this is the follow-up interview after seeing him compete and produce this summer. In this OES Watchlist episode, we go deeper than highlights. We talk competitiveness, shot selection, leadership, film honesty, toughness, and the habits that translate when the level jumps. This is the kind of conversation college coaches care about: How he res...

Send us Fan Mail Bryce Dixon, a 6’5” guard from The Colony High School and a Louisiana Tech signee, joins The Watchlist after a legendary 48 of his teams 52-point performance at The Noble. In this episode, Bryce talks about his origin, leadership, defense, recruiting journey, pressure, and the mindset behind becoming a complete two-way guard. This is real development, real competition, and real ch...

Send us Fan Mail Step inside the grind with DJ Jordan, a 5’9” point guard from Veterans Memorial High School (Judson ISD) who embodies Heart Over Height. In this OES Watchlist episode presented by The Brunch Spot, DJ breaks down what it means to lead, to outwork the odds, and to represent one of the toughest programs in Texas. 🔥 Episode Highlights: Life as a senior leader under Coach Perez The “H...

Send us Fan Mail In  this Watchlist episode, Kevin Howell breaks down the rise of Marc Anthony, the 6’8” forward from Johnson High School who’s rewriting the script on what versatility looks like in Texas high school hoops. From rim protection to perimeter play, Marc’s growth, leadership, and motor have set him apart as one of the most complete two-way players in the 2026 class. Kevin dives into w...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to The Watchlist from The One-Eyed Scout — where we spotlight the next wave of Texas high school basketball talent. Today we feature Jirehn Mitchell, a 6'4" former dual-sport athlete from Duncanville High School, one of the premier basketball programs in the nation. A state champion, Jirehn has now committed fully to basketball. As a physical shooting guard with...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we spotlight Jaden Jones, a 6’3” point guard from Clark High School (San Antonio, TX | Class of 2026). With a 4.0 GPA, elite IQ, and proven experience on the Behind the Scenes NB P32 circuit, Jones is ready to shine as one of the top rising guards in Texas high school basketball. We break down his skills, leadership, and future potential, plus how his academic exc...

Send us Fan Mail Harrison Jones — a 6’7” Shooting Guard/Small Forward from Lubbock Christian High School (TX) , Class of 2027 — is one of the most exciting young prospects in Texas basketball. With size, versatility, and Southern toughness, Harrison is already making waves on the recruiting trail, recently picking up an offer from the University of California . In this Watchlist Spotlight on the O...