NBPA Camp Report

The NBPA Top 100 camp is developing a reputation as the most prestigious of the summer camps. With the amount of talented prospects that are currently in Charlottesville, it is easy to see why. It is also a nice bonus for the University of Virginia, which is the in its first year as the host site.

“I think it is the best camp out there in terms of overall talent,” said Rob Matera of Bob Gibbons All-Star Sports. “The depth of the camp is incredible. You have former NBA players, coaches, and trainers, which makes for a really great learning experience. You also have games and practices and classes to learn about life skills stuff.”

The very first game I saw yesterday featured several of the top rising senior recruits in the country. The Spurs featured Louisville-bound power forward Samardo Samuels, North Carolina-bound point guard Larry Drew and top shooting guard target Iman Shumpert. The Lakers were led by Arizona-bound point guard Brandon Jennings.

You could see that the competition was a step above. Despite a 24-point effort from Oak Hill Academy’s Jennings, Samuels, who scored 15 points, and his team got the overtime win. The top players have come to play and show what they can do against other top rated prospects.

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