ET on ESPN2, while the boys game will tip at 9 p.m. McKie played professional basketball 12 seasons for teams overseas and in the U.S. 21+ (18+ NH/WY). Kentucky had four recruits named to the team. The first McDonalds All-American boys roster was compiled in 1977, and the girls debuted in 2002. Anderson went 100-12 during Clack's three seasons on the varsity before he went on to become a two-time All-Big 12 pick with the Longhorns. McKie became a South Carolina hoops legend at Irmo High before doubling down and becoming the leading career scorer at the University of South Carolina. 6-2 G (1992) He got the MVP of the Capital Classic, Geoghan said. Marbury was an All-American in his one college season at Georgia Tech and the No. The skinny: A smooth wing who is an open floor slasher, Edwards is also an efficient operator in the halfcourt setting. Domzalski was an ACC All-Freshman team pick at Duke and played all four years of college there, including a trip to the 1999 NCAA championship game, before playing three years of pro basketball overseas and in the U.S. McDonalds All-American; Rosters; Players; Awards; Stats; 2022 McDonalds All-American Rosters. While were disappointed, we cant hold an in-person Games this year, that does not take away from the accomplishments of this class and they will forever be a part of the legendary group of past and present McDonalds All Americans.. Heres the full breakdown of the roster at the McDonalds Game this year: Both games will be played at Wintrust Arena in Chicago, and can be streamed on Watch ESPN. Please be sure to review the policies of every site you visit. Even during an unprecedented year, we were so impressed seeing high school athletes continuing to celebrate the game we all love, while making an impact both on and off the court, McDonalds All American Games Selection Committee Chairman Joe Wootten said in a press release. There is no greater honor for a high school basketball player than being named a McDonald's High School All-American. The skinny: In terms of kids who look like fits for their college destinations, few look to be better than Walter and Baylor. Halfway through his senior season (in which he averaged 22.6 points, 13.1 rebounds, and 3.9 assists) it was evident to many Leonard should have been on the team. High school: La Salle Academy (New York City), Career highlights: Parade All-American (1995), Big East All-Rookie Team (1996), two-time All-Big East (1996, 1997). Ranking: Top 35 (Hoop Scoop), Michael Spruell (Albany, Ga.) 6-1 G (1994) The first 2 points were scored by Kris Lang from an alley oop pass by Teddy Dupay. Change year? It will be interesting to see how far his jump shot has progressed during workouts but he should be able to make an instant impact in Storrs. Robertson played six seasons of professional basketball, mostly overseas, but did spend one season in the NBA with the Sacramento Kings, who selected him in the second round of the 1999 NBA draft. This game won by the West, 126-115, on April 2, 1995, at the Kiel Center in St. Louis, Missouri featured 14 future NBA draft picks, including nine first-rounders and one player who changed the game of basketball itself. And it's surprising that he was only 6-foot-8 we would have sworn after watching him play in college and the NBA for over a decade he was at least 6-10 by how he played. His versatility will be welcomed by Jon Scheyer next season. He was also famously a saxophone major in the band and the Volusia County Player of the Year in volleyball. Ronald Curry 13. But according to the NCAA and Michigan record books, Bullock never played a single game for the Wolverines after all his records were wiped out by an NCAA scandal involving booster Ed Martin. Marc Money Wilson (Calvert Hall, Towson, Md.) Sonny Vaccaro began his game nine years before me (1965) when I started the Capital Classic in 1974, Geoghan said. Over the last 35 years, it really has become a dream come true for high school players to be selected a McDonalds All-American. D.J. The skinny: The skinny with Fall is that hes just that, skinny. A polished scorer, Wagner loves to go to his off (left) hand to create separation. Shade transferred to La Lumiere for her senior season. The 1998 McDonald's All-American Boys Game was an All-star basketball game played on Wednesday, March 25, 1998 at the Norfolk Scope in Norfolk, Virginia. As of this year's McDonald's All-American Boys Game rosters released on Tuesday, 1,106 high school seniors have earned the distinction since its inception in 1977. Wagner, a five-star Kentucky commit, is the third generation in his family to play in the game. Kwame Evans Jr., PF, Montverde (Fla.) Academy. With a dozen other players on the roster who could play at the D1 level, its easy to see how Bouges was overlooked. D.J., Dajuan and Milt are the first trio through three generations to appear in the McDonald's All-American Game. High school: Abraham Lincoln High School (Brooklyn, New York), Career highlights: Two-time Parade All-American (1994, 1995), Mr. New York Basketball (1995), two-time NBA All-Star (2001, 2003), two-time All-NBA (2000, 2003), NBA All-Rookie Team (1997), AP All-American (1996), All-ACC (1996), ACC Rookie of the Year (1996), three-time CBA Champion (2012, 2014, 2015), CBA Finals MVP (2015), CBA International MVP (2017). Traylor was one of three players in the 1995 McDonald's All-American Game signed to play for Michigan. During the halftime break, the jersey number 23 was retired in honor of Michael Jordan. (List does not include those ineligible for the game because of age, academics, injury or because they were post-graduate players. Strickland was arguably the nations best point guard and at Sonny Vaccaros Roundball Classic, he was the U.S. team MVP with 20 points, six steals and three assists. Luther Clay is another case of being about one or two years too early to really cash in on his basketball talents. Sunrise Christian. Booker will play for the East team March 28 in . The roster for the 2022 McDonald's All American Game was announced Thursday, and 13 of the top 14 prospects from the 247Sports Composite rankings for the 2022 recruiting class have been invited . Relatively unknown until his junior season, hes got an advanced post and mid post game to go along with his shot making from deep. This isnt just a draft that builds the future, but a potential dynasty. Ranking: First Team Top 33 (B/C Scouting); No. The first McDonald's All-American Game wasn't held until the following year in the same East vs. West format that's still used today. He only made it to the postseason once in 12 seasons. The girls game will tip at 6:30 p.m. High school: George Washington High School (Denver, Colorado), Career highlights: Two-time Parade All-American (1994, 1995), three-time Mr. Colorado Basketball (1993-95), two-time Class 5A state champion (1993, 1994), four-time Class 5A All-State (1992-95), AP All-American (1997), All-Big 12 (1997), NBA champion (2004), NBA Finals MVP (2004), five-time NBA All-Star (2006-10), three-time All-NBA (2006, 2007, 2009), two-time NBA All-Defensive Team (2005, 2006), NBA Teammate of the Year (2013). No player had a higher ceiling at the 1995 McDonald's All-American Game than Oak Hill Academy's Ron Mercer, one of the most sought-after high school basketball recruits of all time and the No. Derek Hood was a midwestern hoops legend in the early 1990s who seemed destined for NBA stardom. But bad luck dogged Okey from almost the moment the McDonald's All-American Game ended. High school: St. Charles West High School (St. Charles, Missouri), Career highlights: MSHSAA state champion (1995), Dutch Cup champion (2003), Eredivisie champion (2003), three-time All-Eredivisie (2002-04). ET on ESPN. He should be a lockdown perimeter defender from the jump who plays bigger than his size at 64. NFL Draft winners and losers: The Lions hit a home run on Day 2. The game's rosters featured the best and most highly recruited high school boys graduating in 1999. Bullock was picked in the second round of the 1999 NBA draft by the Minnesota Timberwolves but never played in the NBA, instead spending over a decade as one of the best players in the top European leagues. I always felt we picked the best we could. From a conference standpoint, the SEC leads the way with six nominations while the Big 12 and Pac-12 each have five. Small forward Matas Buzelis is down to Kentucky, North Carolina, Florida State, Wake Forest and the NBAs G-League Ignite. A long and slender forward who can play facing the rim, Bookers stock took off over the summer while playing with the George Hill All-Indy. Wagner. On the days hes motor is running at full steam, hes a problem. Playing for Kelvin Sampson should help him on the other end of the floor, as scouts will want to make sure hes quick enough defensively to warrant one-and-done status. The dream here is that he becomes a stretch five who can dominate defensively. Hes also a good rebounder who runs the floor hard in transition, which should lead to plenty of easy buckets around the basket. Glen Rice (Northwestern, Flint, Mich.) 6-7 F (1985) Follow along with the picks for the 2023 NFL Draft. ", High school: Inglewood High School (Inglewood, California), Career highlights: Parade All-American (1995), California Mr. Basketball (1995), NBA champion (2008), NBA Finals MVP (2008), 10-time NBA All-Star (2002-06, 2008-12), four-time All-NBA Team (2002, 2003, 2008, 2009), NBA All-Rookie Team (1999), NBA Three-Point Contest champion (2010). McKie's No. Four senior boys and 14 senior girls from the Great Lakes State are in contention for the 48 roster spots (24 boys, 24 girls), which will be announced later this month. Carter was an All-American at North Carolina alongside fellow 1995 McDonald's All-American Antawn Jamison before being drafted No. Selected No. By choosing I Accept, you consent to our use of cookies and other tracking technologies. 19 by the Hoop Scoop, Sawyer was a scoring guard who could also pass the rock with flash. Robert "Tractor" Traylor became a subject of fascination for basketball fans in high school because of his size and skill. However, next years top NBA prospects are taking a variety of different routes to get to the league. Michigan State and Oregon are the other programs with multiple players in the game. Ranking: Top 50 (Hoop Scoop), Jamal Mashburn (Cardinal Hayes, Bronx, N.Y.) 6-8 SF (1990) 1 class and the most participants in the game with four. His game should set up well for an All-Star type setting. Ranking: Top 5 (Hoop Scoop), Curt Trouble Smith (Coolidge, Washington, D.C.) 5-10 G (1989) The exceptions are the 2002 . In retrospect, Antawn Jamison should be considered a pretty underrated player in his era. While today's modern basketball fan has every top prospect's highlight reel at their fingertips, there was a time when you got exactly one opportunity to see the nation's top high school basketball players. When most of the selection committee got to see him play, however, he was overshadowed by McDonalds All-American Renardo Sidney on the L.A. Dream Team. He uses that same attitude on the defensive end where he hounds and pesters opposing ball handlers. All but four of the teams to win the NCAA men's championship since 1978 have had at least one McDonald's All-American on their rosters. The 1998 3-point shoot-out was won by Teddy Dupay. Other players that starred were Carlos Boozer and Casey Jacobsen, who scored 22 points each; Jason Williams, who scored 20 points; DerMarr Johnson, who scored 19; and Marvin Stone, who recorded 13 points and 10 rebounds. Hes a little bit undersized as a center, but his athleticism is paired with toughness and smarts making him an elite defender who is capable of protecting the rim, covering in space or switching and recovering. Player Pos HT WT Birth City Birth Date High School College Nationality; Tracy McGrady: GF: 6-8: . He ended up being a solid player in three seasons at Florida State, where he averaged 11.2 points, 5.7 rebounds and 1.3 blocks for his career. I always lamented one of the voters picking a player because he saw them once and saw him play his best game and said he has to be a McDonalds All-American.'. Cathedral senior Xavier Booker achieved one of the highest honors for a high school basketball player Tuesday as he was named a McDonalds All American. To learn more or opt-out, read our Cookie Policy. The skinny: A big and strong combo guard, Castle has always been able to use his strength and 6-foot-6 size to bully defenders on drives to the rim. The 1997 Slam Dunk contest was won by Baron Davis. Over the last 35 years, it really has become a dream come true for high school players to be selected a McDonald's All-American. The 1999 Slam Dunk contest was won by Donnell Harvey. If you purchase a product or register for an account through one of the links on our site, we may receive compensation. Others Whom Should Be Prominently Mentioned: High school: Providence High School (Charlotte, North Carolina), Career highlights: North Carolina Mr. Basketball (1995), three-time All-ACC (1996-98), ACC Player of the Year (1998), ACC Tournament MVP (1998), two-time AP All-American (1997, 1998), National College Player of the Year (1998), two-time NBA All-Star (2005, 2008), NBA Sixth Man of the Year (2004), NBA All-Rookie Team (1999). There will be questions about how he holds up on the defensive end and if he can be a full-time primary initiator, but he currently has the makings of a possible top-five NBA draft pick. After a summer in the weight room and some polish, he should fit right into the SEC. Traylor was just 34 years old. 34 Bronny James. He played one season in the NBA and six seasons of pro basketball, including several years in the NBA D-League, which was the precursor to the NBA G-League. His touch on jump hooks and short jumpers is greatly improving and that along with continued development of his footwork could allow him to flourish. For the first time in the event history, two twins played in the game: this was the case of brothers Jarron and Jason Collins, who were part of the West team. The only five-stars to be left out are Kentucky bound point guard Rob Dillingham who was deemed ineligible for participation in the game and Texas bound guard AJ Johnson. King, Chicago, Ill.) 6-2 G (2000) Gambling Problem? Past Michigan boys high school basketball greats to receive McDonalds All-American recognition include Magic Johnson (Lansing Everett, 1977), Tim Andree (Brother Rice, 1979), Tim McCormick (Clarkston, 1980), Barry Spencer (Detroit Catholic Central, 1980), Eric Turner (Flint Central, 1981), Sam Vincent (Lansing Eastern, 1981), Antoine Joubert (Detroit Southwestern, 1983), Kevin Smith (Lansing Everett, 1983), Roy Marble (Flint Beecher, 1985), Derrick Coleman (Detroit Northern, 1986), Terry Mills (Romulus, 1986), Anthony Pendleton (Flint Northwestern, 1986), Mark Macon (Saginaw Buena Vista, 1987), Matt Steigenga (Grand Rapids South Christian, 1988), Jalen Rose (Detroit Southwestern, 1991), Chris Webber (Detroit Country Day, 1991), Kenyon Murray (Battle Creek Central, 1992), Jon Garavaglia (Southgate Aquinas, 1993), Willie Mitchell (Detroit Pershing, 1994), Robert Traylor (Detroit Murray Wright, 1995), Albert White (Inkster, 1995), Mateen Cleaves (Flint Northern, 1996), Winford Walton (Detroit Pershing, 1996), Shane Battier (Detroit Country Day, 1997), Dane Fife (Clarkston, 1998), LaVell Blanchard (Ann Arbor Pioneer, 1999), Jason Richardson (Saginaw Arthur Hill, 1999), Marcus Taylor (Lansing Waverly, 2000), Kelvin Torbert (Flint Northwestern, 2001), Paul Davis (Rochester, 2002), Anthony Roberson (Saginaw, 2002), Brandon Cotton (Detroit St. Martin DePorres, 2003), Olu Famutimi (Flint Northwestern, 2003), Joe Crawford (Detroit Renaissance, 2004), Malik Hairston (Detroit Renaissance, 2004), Keith Appling (Detroit Pershing, 2010), Ray McCallum (Detroit Country Day, 2010), Amir Williams (Detroit Country Day, 2011), James Young (Rochester, 2013), Deyonta Davis (Muskegon, 2015). Currently you have JavaScript disabled. Ranked No. Okey was named Big Ten Freshman of the Year in 1996, but he butted heads with Bennett to the point where he transferred to Iowa for his final season. The game was the 20th annual version of the McDonald's All-American Game, first played in 1978. His quick first step and pull-up game are dynamic and hes a crafty finisher at the rim. ET on ESPN2, while the boys game will tip at 9 p.m. I saw Leon beat Paul Westphal in H-O-R-S-E with the whole camp yelling, Take him outside Leon. He was raining from deep. As a senior, he averaged 41.5 ppg and was his teams MVP in two games at the Roundball Classic. 8. Dereck Lively II, C, Duke: Lively emerged as the potential top prospect in this class during a breakout summer playing next to Jalen Duren on a loaded Team Final squad on the EYBL. Shaq ripped a giant lasagna fart on the air and had to air out the studio, NFL Draft results 2023: Pick-by-pick tracker for every selection. He shouldnt have been, however, because he was team MVP, averaging eight points, 10 assists and eights steals per game. Northwestern finished 28-0 and ranked No. Since the game was first played in 1977, it has featured players who became household names and global sensations. It's wild to think the duo couldn't win a national championship together, but they did team up for a Final Four in 1997 and Jamison was named National Player of the Year in 1998. 20 in the SI99) Jaden Bradley (No. Michigans boys nominees are Detroit Douglass Michigan State-bound guard Pierre Brooks, Grand Rapids Christian guard and future Michigan Wolverine Kobe Bufkin, Orchard Lake St. Marys guard and future Northwestern Wildcat Julian Roper and uncommitted Grand Blanc guard Nate Brown. The 1997 3-point shoot-out was won by Shane Battier. No high school basketball player changed the shape of basketball more than Kevin Garnett did in 1995 when he left Chicago's Farragut Academy and became the first player in 20 years to go directly from high school to the NBA. or Best Offer. Cason Wallace, G, Kentucky: Wallace earned a reputation as one of the best players in Texas for his fearless defense and advanced feel for the game. Void in ONT. Touch god Nick Smith is playing the hits in this one pic.twitter.com/r6D8Dsn02v. Jamison played a whopping 16 seasons in the NBA, made two All-Star teams and was NBA Sixth Man of the Year in 2004. While there will always be discussion about who should or shouldnt have made the game, all but two players named to the team rank among the top 35 in the senior class and with the outliers being No. As the dream of becoming a McDonalds All-American has grown over the years, so has the scrutiny of the annual roster selections. Signed to play for Wisconsin and head coach Stan Van Gundy, he ended up playing for Dick Bennett after Van Gundy was fired at the end of the 1994-95 season. The 1997 McDonald's All-American Boys Game was an All-star basketball game played on Saturday, March 29, 1997 at the Clune Arena in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Ranking: Top 50 (Hoop Scoop), B.J. Stojakovic became the 10th recruit in program history to earn a spot on the event's roster. As the founder and executive director, I would never have a vote. Michigans list of past girls hoops McDonalds All-American selections features four players: Tiffanie Shives (Lansing Christian, 2005), Destiny Williams (Benton Harbor, 2009), Madison Williams (Detroit Country Day, 2010) and Rickea Jackson (Detroit Edison, 2019). Sergio McClain (Manual, Peoria, Ill.) 6-4 F (1997) 2022 McDonald's All American Roster (Alphabetical Order) Amari Bailey (No. Even if he had a slow start to his senior year or a couple of bad outings in the summer, its not as if voters didnt know who he was coming from a program that previously produced numerous All-Americans. On Tuesday afternoon, the games 24 participants were announced on ESPN. The 2023 McDonald's All American Games Final 48 are Set to Suit Up This March. Hes been steadily climbing the rankings over the last year and now looks like he may be the best long-term backcourt prospect in the class. 2 in the SI99) Anthony Black (No. The skinny: Despite a bit of an up and down senior season, the 6-foot-10 Booker was just too talented to be left off the team. Offensively, Miller is already comfortable handling the ball and getting into his midrange game. Bronny James, CG, Chatsworth (Calif.) Sierra Canyon. As good as he is, hes got one of the biggest ceilings for improvement of anybody in the game. His dad, Dajuan, played in 2001, and his grandfather, Milt, played in the 1981 game. The McDonald's All American Games, boys' and girls', will take place in Houston on March 28 at the Toyota Center. Hes deadly in the open floor, but will need to prove he can shoot from the outside to live up to his lofty billing next season at UCLA. With a task as enormous and important as nailing down the nations 24 best high school players, it comes with the territory that the end result will produce a deserving player or two being left off. While he managed to play one season in the NBA, he spent a decade traversing the globe playing in different pro basketball leagues. next years top NBA prospects are taking a variety of different routes to get to the league, theres a reason why we called it the best high school team ever at the time, Joel Embiid injury updates: 76ers star doubtful for Celtics Game 1 with knee sprain, NBA Scores: Steph Curry erupts to send Warriors into second round, The Grizzlies humbling NBA Playoff run could be the best thing for their future, NBA Playoffs 2023: Bracket, start dates, TV times, matchups, scores for second round, NBA Scores: Jamal Murray fuels Nuggets Game 1 domination of Suns, 2023 NBA playoffs round two preview: Nuggets vs Suns. Taymon Domzalski was a classmate of Hall of Fame linebacker Brian Urlacher growing up in Lovington, New Mexico, before transferring to New Mexico Military Institute in his senior season. High school: Oak Hill Academy (Mouth of Wilson, Virginia), Career highlights: Two-time Parade All-American (1994, 1995), two-time Tennessee Mr. Basketball (1993, 1994), AP All-American (1997), NCAA champion (1996), SEC Player of the Year (1997), NBA All-Rookie Team (1998). High school: Maine Central Institute (Pittsfield, Maine). On January 29 at 6pm ET (ESPNU), the 2014 McDonald's All-American Game rosters will be announced. Change year? Whitehead was the star of the show as a senior and now projects as a likely top-10 pick as a 66 guard with length, quickness, and the skill set to impact the game on both ends of the floor. He finishes with athleticism around the rim, can defend multiple positions and shows potential as a ball handler and playmaker at the next level. The McDonalds Game was different because you had to be voted on, and I decided I would not have a vote. The skinny: One of the most fiercely competitive players in the class of 2023, Fears is a hard charging floor general who loves to attack the paint and create for others. High school: Beaver Country Day School (Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts), Career highlights: Parade All-American (1995), two-time NCAA champion (1996, 1998). Ranking: Top 10 (Hoop Scoop), Doug Wrenn (ODea, Seattle) 6-7 F (1998)