'12 NV PF Anthony Bennett (Offer)

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Power Forward
Beckley, WV (Mountain State Academy)

Ht:6'6"
Wt:200 lbs

 

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Offered by UC, UConn, Iowa St, Xavier.

 

[bearcat jeff]

From the Boo Williams Invitational:

Anthony Bennett, PF, CIA Bounce- A strong, 6-foot-7 four man who has some face-up skills, Bennett spent some time patrolling the perimeter and hoisting up three-point jumpers. However, in transition and around the rim was where he did the vast majority of his damage during a 23 point and seven rebound effort. Perhaps a tad short as a four, he makes up for it with his length, activity and physicality. A four-star prospect who ranks #91 in the class of 2012, he's positioning himself for a move up the rankings.

http://basketballrecruiting.rivals.com/content.asp?CID=1209834

 

[bearcat jeff]

Anthony Bennett (6-8, PF, 2012)

With the #1 player in America (Julius Randle) covering him, Anthony didn't care. No one was going to prevent him from getting to the cup. He proved he can put it on the deck and finish with authority; both in the half court and on the break. His improved jump shot has given guys a reason to play him tighter and Anthony has made them pay by using the fake to get to the rim.

http://www.flagrantfouls.com/2011/04/canucks-nike-eyblboo-williams-invitational-day-one/

 

[bearcat jeff]

Speaking of a passion for the game, Bennett is a force on the court who doesn't back away from a challenge. His specialty is making plays in traffic, and he can also step out and knock down shots and be effective on the perimeter. Think of a more athletic version of Michigan State's Draymond Green, and you have a vision of Bennett.

A host of schools are pursuing Bennett, but he listed offers from Connecticut, Xavier, Washington, Oregon, Kentucky, Florida, Arizona and Florida State. Bennett hasn't taken any visits yet, but Connecticut, Xavier, Florida and Arizona are at the top of the list of schools he wants to visit.

http://cincinnati.rivals.com/content.asp?CID=1210169

 

[psax889906]

Sounds like he is a long shot for UC but man I would love to have this kid.

 

[bearcat jeff]

Anthony Bennett (2012, CIA Bounce)
A physical player with a high motor and a grinder's mentality, Bennett is destined to be a highly productive college player. He rebounds in traffic, finishes against contact and can make plays on the perimeter. It isn't always pretty, but Bennett can be counted upon to get the job done.

http://basketballrecruiting.rivals.com/content.asp?CID=1211142

 

[psax889906]

That description matches everything I've ever read on him. Haven't seen much film on him but UC has had a lot of success in the past with undersized big men...

 

[bearcat jeff]

Bennett impressed during the first session of the Nike EYBL, and he looked even more explosive and confident this weekend. Yes, he is skilled and athletic, but it is his grinder mentality that pushes him ahead of most other big men in his class. I won't be surprised if Bennett has a long career making money playing basketball.

http://basketballrecruiting.rivals.com/content.asp?CID=1212953

 

[bearcat jeff]

He is strong, bouncy and full of competitive energy. Playing as a cross between Paul Millsap and Draymond Green, Bennett is constantly producing winning plays. He is terrific in traffic, is an accurate finisher and is capable of playing above the rim.

http://basketballrecruiting.rivals.com/content.asp?CID=1217208

 

[bearcat jeff]

Not that anybody really needs to be reminded of it, but Anthony Bennett is one tough hombre. Powerful, athletic and skilled, he's the kind of guy that people in the gym make their way over to watch as he rattles the rims for CIA Bounce. Bennett indicated that he's really just getting into the recruiting process and he mentioned the likes of UConn, West Virginia, Arizona, Washington, Oregon, Florida, Florida State, Cincinnati, N.C. State, Oklahoma and Xavier as having tossed offers in his direction.

http://rivalshoops.rivals.com/content.asp?CID=1226559

 

[bearcat jeff]

@DaveTelep Anthony Bennett isn't worried about schools. Singularly focused on hoop and it's showing.

 

[bearcat jeff]

Andre Drummond 2012, post & Anthony Bennett 2012, combo forward- It doesn't quite seem fair to have these two prospects on the same team. They are both physical athletes who are clicking together as teammates. Bennett's passionate and aggressive style of play seems to have rubbed off on Drummond, who had another strong day on Saturday.

http://basketballrecruiting.rivals.com/content.asp?CID=1228359

 

[bearcat jeff]

What Bennett brings to a team goes without saying, as his energy can spark just about any team. Bennett pointed to his aggression and rebounding ability as two strengths of his game, and he’s looking to improve both is ball-handling and shot consistency this summer. And with regards to his college of choice, schools that play at a fast pace will stand a good chance of acquiring his services.

Bennett: offers from Cincinnati, Connecticut, Florida, Florida State, Oregon, Oregon State, Pittsburgh, UNLV, Washington, West Virginia and Xavier.

http://www.nbebasketball.com/w3/2011-0605/pangos-camp-day-two-recap/

 

[bearcat jeff]

Anthony Bennett (Brampton, Canada/Findlay Prep)
2012, PF, 6-8, 230 pounds
Some might say Bennett is underrated. The truth of the matter is he's getting better. Prior to the spring and early summer, Bennett was more prospect than player. Now he's struck a delicate balance of being a power forward with face-up abilities. He's a jumbo athlete and now he's impacting games. Bennett's spreading his wings and is creeping up the ranks, in the process he'll turn himself into a priority BCS recruit.

http://sports.espn.go.com/ncaa/recruiting/basketball/mens/news/story?id=6630586

 

[bearcat jeff]

Anthony Bennett (2012 combo forward)- It never fails that Bennett is one of the top players at an event. He is solidifying himself as a knock down three-point shooter to go along with his athletic/effort game. At the end of day one, he is the No. 12 scorer in camp.

http://basketballrecruiting.rivals.com/content.asp?CID=1232355

 

[bearcat jeff]

Anthony Bennett – 6 ’7”, 230 lb senior F, Findlay (NV) Hailing from Toronto, over the course of two years being in the States Bennett has been involved in a transformation of sorts. The change is clearly continuing and successful. “That’s what I’m trying to do, because when I was in Canada, I was like the tallest person so they put me down low” shared the Toronto native when asked if he is in fact migrating to the perimeter. “When I came out here (America), everybody is the same height as me, if not taller, so I had to develop my game to a three- man (small forward) and take my player off the wing.” He’s done that in NBAPA play, attacking the tin hard, finishing similarly. He also has been solid in pick and roll situations, battled inside, rebounded against everyone, and stepped up to defensive challenges. The only thing he really hasn’t demonstrated frequently is deep outside shooting and top notch ball handling. As the camp has progressed, Bennett’s confidence seems to have increased: “Yes, because like, the first couple of games I was just trying to get into the groove. So I was just getting familiar with my teammates, so I just kicked it out to them. This game, I thought like ‘The shot is open I’ll take it and stuff’ and I’m confident in my shot too”. BIG EAST schools such as Cincinnati , Pittsburgh , Connecticut , West Virginia and Georgetown , along with Florida , Florida State , Oregon , Oregon State , UNLV Xavier , and as he said “a lot of others” have expressed recruiting interest, including a number of offers. Expect a decision “late next year”. What does he think of the B-EAST? “The BIG EAST is a tough conference, you have to go up against tough competition every game and stuff” opined Bennett of the league. He also believes coaching in the league to be top notch.

www.nbebasketball.com

 

[JackBauer151]

Really love this kids makeup. Reminds me of Eric Hicks and just looks like a bearcat. With Scott locked up what is Cronin looking for with his final scholarship for 2012?

 

[bearcat jeff]

There are options. With Scott's verbal that gives the Bearcats Him, Jackson, Mbodji, Gaines, and Ellis to man the frontcourt. I keep reading on another site that Jackson played the wing last season but I never saw that even once. I look for Mick to sign a wing player if possible but pg or post player isn't out of the question. There are options. That is good to have.

 

[JasonS]

There are options. With Scott's verbal that gives the Bearcats Him, Jackson, Mbodji, Gaines, and Ellis to man the frontcourt. I keep reading on another site that Jackson played the wing last season but I never saw that even once. I look for Mick to sign a wing player if possible but pg or post player isn't out of the question. There are options. That is good to have.

For the first time since Mick Cronin has been head coach at UC, he can go after the best available player and not the best player at a certain position. Nice luxury.