Demetris Morant throws down over a pair of spectators at the City of Palms Classic slam dunk contest last December.
Photo by Jim Redman
Morant is a high school center who could slide to the power forward spot at the next level. He won't be asked to carry the load for the loaded Gaels, but his role should increase over last year when he spent much of the season hashing out an eligibility situation after transferring from Arizona.
22. Trey Thompson, 6-9, 215, So., Forrest City (Ark.)What to look for in 2011-12: Expectations for Thompson are sky high in the Natural State. He earned all-league honors as a freshman and helped Forrest City reach the 5A state tournament while maintaining a 4.0 grade point average.
23. Trayvon Reed, 6-10, 190, So., Shiloh (Snellville, Ga.)What to look for in 2011-12: Shiloh hit the transfer jackpot in the offseason, getting five-star senior
Robert Carter and Reed, a potential five-star prospect in the 2014 class. The Generals struggled to a 12-13 record a year ago, so will be interesting to see how big of an impact the new duo can have.
24. Thomas Hamilton, 6-9, 255, Jr., Whitney Young (Chicago, Ill.)What to look for in 2011-12: While Okafor has emerged as the more celebrated twin tower at Whitney Young, Hamilton has demonstrated the ability to dominate, posting 27 points and 18 rebounds in a win over Al Raby of Chicago last season.
25. Zach Banner, 6-8, 295, Sr., Lakes (Lakewood, Wash.)What to look for in 2011-12: Banner is one of the nation's top offensive tackle recruits on the gridiron, but will once again play a key role for Washington's defending Class 3A state champions.
