The 32nd edition of the NBPA Top 100 Camp took place June 8-11 in Rock Hill, S.C., as approximately 120 of the nation's best high school prospects participated at an event that is geared to give campers a glimpse of the NBA game. They are coached and mentored by former NBA players throughout the camp and play with NBA rules.
This year, it was a prime opportunity for many of the nation's best to compete against each other in a live period setting in front of the watchful eye of NCAA D1 college coaches and NBA scouts. And with no other competing event, the event had quite the turnout of college coaches. Over 350 college coaches were in attendance and over 25 NBA teams sent scouts to check out the assembled talent.
It was an opportunity for players to establish themselves in the to-be-determined pecking order of the still emerging 2027 class. Nobody has clearly established themselves as the top prospect as the summer circuit kicks into full swing. It was also an opportunity for scouts and coaches to check out the two latest rising prospects in the senior (2027) and junior (2028) class, respectively against similar positional size and talent. That would be 6-foot-11 2027 center Lewis Uvwo of Prolific Prep (Southwest Ranches, Fla.) and 7-foot 2028 power forward Yann Kamagate of St. Francis (La Canada, Calif.).
Uvwo, of course, was the co-MOP at the recent Pangos All-American Camp and broke out at the Pangos All-American East Preview. Meanwhile, we got a glimpse of Kamagate in early April before a vast majority of the country at the Nothing But Net Magazine Spring Showcase in Phoenix, Ariz. We said there he could challenge for the No. 1 spot in the 2028 class and his play in South Carolina has done nothing to dispel that notion.
The camp also featured a special 2029 prospect in 6-foot-8 small forward Draydne McDaniel of Prolific Prep (Southwest Ranches, Fla.), but for this article from the event we'll focus on some of the stock risers from the prestigious individual camp. We'll come back with a breakdown of our top performers by position.
NBPA Top 100 Camp Stock Risers
(Listed Alphabetically)
Triston Hawthorne, South Jones (Moselle, Miss.) 6-8 PF 2027
He's unranked by the well-known recruiting networks, but Hawthorne made a splash at the 2026 NBPA Top 100 Camp. Some of the schools that have been recruiting him are probably wishing he stayed a bit hidden because smart college coaches saw what he could do this week in South Carolina. Hawhtorne is a defensive gem with a terrific wingspan (reported 7'4) who doesn't need the ball to make an impact. He was one of the elite shot blockers in camp. He's also a glue guy for a winning program and doesn't take bad shots. Helping his team to a 3-1 record, Hawthorne shot 60 percent from the field, did not miss a 3-pointer and showed out on defense.
Tyrone Jamison Jr., Calvary Baptist Academy (Shreveport, La.) 6-1 PG 2027
This steady point guard is a consensus Top 50 national prospect who should see his ranking move up a notch or two in the next rankings shuffle if his play at camp is any indication. He's continued his strong play for JL3 on the Nike EYBL Scholastic circuit by displaying good vision and displaying a solid pull up game. Although Jamison didn't shot the percentage he wanted at camp, it's clear he's a good shooter and displayed a solid all-around game as a point guard.
Ahmed Nur, Hopkins (Minnetonka, Minn.) 6-9 PF 2027
While Hawthorne did the dirty work for Team Mann, Nur lit up the scoreboard as a stretch 4 shooter who also worked the glass. Nur intrigued college coaches and NBA scouts alike with his shooting touch and length. Nur has work to do to be able to switch on to wings on the Power Four level, but he does a serviceable job on defense and was second on his team in rebounding (7.0 rpg). A consensus Top 50 prospect, Nur really turned heads with a sweet shooting stroke that he really got going in the second game. He made 7-of-9 3-pointers and also made 2-of-2 in his final game of the camp. Nur is another player who should se his recruitment pick up.
Miguel Orbe, Miami Country Day (Miami, Fla.) 6-3 SG 2027
A top 100 national prospect, Orbe made himself noticed at camp even though he didn't shoot the percentage he would have liked from the field. He did nail a big 3-pointer in one of his team's two wins in four games, and is a confident scorer. He also can chatter his feet and make pesky defensive plays that will help him see a college court. Orbe got better as the camp wore on and is an instant offense type of player in a supporting role at a Power Four program. He's also the son of 2007 McDonald's All-American and 2009 NBA 3-point contest champ Daequan Cook. He's not quite the prospect dad was at the same stage, but he's carving out a nice name for himself with a well-rounded game.
Justin Wise, North Oconee (Bogart, Ga.) 6-4 SG 2027
This talented shooting guard was one of the leading players for Team Mann along with Nur and point guard Reese Alston. Wise is a big guard with a nice frame who makes defenses work because of his crafty game, versatile offense and movement off the ball. Wise can shoot the 3-ball effectively but is also strong enough to work inside. His arsenal includes a nifty baseline shot and can stretch the defense with his range. He tied with Alston for second on the team in scoring at 11.8 ppg.
Editor's Note: Ronnie Flores is a member of the NBPA Top 100 Camp Selection Committee.
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