Is Emoni Bates the best high school prospect since LeBron?

Posted May 11, 2019
The throng of basketball fans watching Saturday were treated to a show by freshman phenom Emoni Bates (Highlights). Bates was sensational. From breaking down defenders off the dribble to nailing tough pull-up jumpers from mid-range and three to showing exceptional vision and passing ability, Bates did it all. His 43 points and 11 rebounds were effortless. (247 Sports)

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