Top 5 prospects in South Carolina, regardless of class

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South Carolina is becoming a place where you can find talent. While it is known for the football talent it produces, the state has a long track record of talented basketball who grew up in the Palmetto State. From Hall of Famers like Alex English and Kevin Garnett to notable NBA players like Jermaine O’Neal, Xavier McDaniel, Ty Corbin, Larry Nance, Raymond Felton, and more. Current NBA All-Stars Zion Williamson, Ja Morant, and Khris Middleton all spent their formative grade school years in the state.

Like always, South Carolina currently has high-end talent in the state. College coaches are able to start getting on the road to see these players live in September. Here is a look at the top five prospects in South Carolina, regardless of class.

1. SG Josh Leonard

Class: 2027
High School: Florence (SC) Wilson High
Height/Weight: 6-5/200

2022-23 Stats: 29 games, 9.2 points, 8.9 rebounds, 1.4 steals, 52% FG (on varsity)

Recruitment: Josh Leonard claims an offer from Jacksonville.

2. SG Cam Scott, Texas

Class: 2024
High School: Lexington (SC) High
Height/Weight: 6-5/180

2022-23 Stats: 19.2 points, 6.0 rebounds, 2.8 assists, 2.4 steals

Recruitment: Cam Scott is committed to Texas.

3. SG Korie Corbett

Class: 2026
High School: Columbia (SC) Ridge View
Height/Weight: 6-4/185

2022-23 Stats: 8.6 points, 5.3 rebounds, 1.3 steals

Recruitment: Korie Corbett has no offers yet.

4. SF Trey Maddox

Class: 2025
High School: West Columbia (SC) Gray Collegiate
Height/Weight: 6-7/185

2022-23 Stats: 30 games, 8.8 points, 3.5 rebounds, 48% FG

Recruitment: Trey Maddox has offers from South Florida and Radford.

5. PF Tre Raymon

Class: 2026
High School: Rock Hill (SC) South Pointe
Height/Weight: 6-8/180

2022-23 Stats: 19 games, 9.6 points, 4.0 rebounds, 37.1% 3P

Recruitment: Tre Raymon claims offers from Mississippi State, Florida International, Jacksonville, Milwaukee, and Missouri State.