6'9 Cliff Alexander came from out of nowhere (didn't play organized ball until 8th grade) and electrified the high school basketball world with his rare combination of powerful dunks, intimidating defensive presence and raw athleticism. Among many posteseason honors, Kansas-bound Cliff Alexander was named Naismith High School National Player of the Year and Mr. Basketball USA as well as co-MVP of the Jordan Brand Classic.
Big Cliff averaged 24 points, 15 rebounds and six blocked shots per game for a Curie HS (Chicago public school) team that won the coveted Public League title on the court (in 4 OT), but later had its wins forfeited for the use of academically ineligible players (not Cliff). Playing it's first ever national schedule, Curie didn't lose a single regular season game with Cliff Alexander (the team's only D1 player) on the court.
Thanks to the Alexander family, Coach Oliver and everyone at Curie high school.
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