Words. Austin Burton

Although he hardly cruises through the first three quarters, LeAntwan Luckett saves his best for the fourth. The Ridgeland (MS) senior shooting guard — averaging 18 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists per game through Sunday — is one of the best clutch performers in the South.

“This summer alone, LeAntwan won or tied six games against big-time competition at the free throw line or with a last-second shot,” says Ted Hutchins, who coached Luckett for Mississippi D-1 Ambassadors AAU. “He’s incredibly humble off the court, but when he gets on that court, he’s a totally different person. He wants to take over.” MORE >

Words. dimemag

You couldn’t have asked for a better championship game to wrap up an outstanding week at adidas Nations in Dallas, Texas. The intensity level throughout the game was unparalleled, as the week’s leading scorer, Team Canada’s Cory Joseph (22.8 points, 6.0 rebounds and 5.6 assists per game) looked to continue his incredible play. Jared Sullinger and Team USA had other thoughts. MORE >