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EYBL All-Indianapolis: First Team

By D1 Circuit Staff, 04/28/16, 4:05PM EDT

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Jordan Goodwin | St. Louis Eagles (MO) | Guard


Indianapolis statistics (4 games): 20.3 PPG, 49.2 FG%, 10.5 RPG, 3.5 APG, 2.3 SPG

As good as stars Jayson Tatum and Tyler Cook were last season for the Eagles, Goodwin has put on his own unique showing of great basketball and he was a beast in Indy from the get-go. Goodwin did it all every time he stepped out on the floor: he scored at will (three 20+ games), threw out dimes (three games of 4 assists), and wreaked havoc on opposing guards (2+ steals per). However, most impressive were the insane rebounding numbers this young man was putting up from the lead guard position. By opening the session with 14 and 18 boards, respectively, Goodwin made a huge statement that he is a bona fide star.

Gary Trent Jr. | Howard Pulley (MN) | Guard


Indianapolis statistics (4 games): 24.0 PPG, 49.2 FG%, 7.0 RPG, 2.3 APG

There is only one remaining unbeaten in the EYBL in 2016 (read: Best Team), so it is only fitting that the best player from the best team in Indy should earn a spot on the first team. Trent joins fellow 3-year veteran Washington on the first team after a second weekend on the circuit that saw him get hot from all areas of the floor and show why he is one of the most dangerous scorers in America. Trent will continue to be a focal point for opposing defenses throughout the spring and summer, which will make his rebounding and playmaking abilities even more crucial to Pulley’s success. It's hard to imagine a drastic improvement on last year's numbers, but through two sessions in 2016, Trent has played more efficiently than ever.

PJ Washington | Team Penny (TN) | Forward


Indianapolis statistics (4 games): 22.3 PPG, 65.8 FG%, 12.5 RPG, 1.5 APG, 1.5 BPG

Is there a player who does more for his team to win than Washington? The versatile wing-forward continued to show that experience does matter in the league with averages of 22 and 12.5, playing an efficient game and making every one of his teammates better in the process. For a player that handles the ball as frequently as Washington does, keeping his turnovers low and making nearly two-thirds of his shot attempts should not be possible; however, Washington did just that and has no fear of being held back by a position label.

Brandon McCoy | California Supreme | Forward


Indianapolis statistics (4 games): 21.0 PPG, 57.4 FG%, 11.0 RPG, 2.0 APG, 1.5 BPG

The first half of a twin towers interior duo that dominated the weekend for Cali Supreme, McCoy was a model of consistency in Indy, posting three games of 20+ points and three of 10+ rebounds, all while continuing to hold his own on the defensive side of the ball. McCoy has improved all facets of his game this season, especially his playmaking abilities; the big man posted 4 assists in Cali’s opening game Friday night. This duo is just starting to hit their stride, and that should be a scary thought for the rest of the circuit.

DeAndre Ayton | California Supreme | Forward


Indianapolis statistics (4 games): 24.5 PPG, 70.0 FG%, 12.5 RPG, 1.5 BPG

The skilled big man that many are calling the best prep prospect in the country backed up his considerable height by having an absolutely outstanding second weekend on both ends of the floor. Ayton looked more than comfortable from the opening tip, showing no fear when taking the ball to the rack or calmly stepping back to drain jumpers in and around the key. The presence of McCoy obviously helped Ayton to adjust quickly, but it became clear that Ayton is going to be a force for Cali all season long. Easily the most efficient scorer in Indy.

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