#1 SG Shabazz Muhammad and recently reclassified combo guard Rodney Purvis, both targets for the Blue Devils’ Class of 2012 played in a training camp together this past weekend and were widely regarded as two of the top performers. Put on by Christian Popoola of PremierBall.com, the camp was named E.A.T. (Elite Athletic Training).
The two guards have expressed an interest in playing together in college, and both currently hold offers from Duke. Read reports from ESPN on their performances over the weekend and watch a couple of highlight videos as well below. ESPN.com on EAT
Standout players
Shabazz Muhammad
2012, SG, 6-foot-5, 180 pounds
Maybe the most accurate way to describe Muhammad is relentless. He can score in a variety of ways and his full arsenal was on display at this event. Whether it was posting up his defender and scoring over the top of him or slashing his way to the rim and finishing with an array of spectacular dunks, Muhammad was dominant. He plays with a warrior’s mentality and he has a tremendous knack to score. He still needs to continue to improve his shot and handle, but he is definitely a menace to deal with each and every possession.
Rodney Purvis (Raleigh, N.C./Upper Room Christian Academy)
2012, PG, 6-2, 180 pounds
While Ledo was dazzling the audience with his flair for the spectacular, Purvis displayed an efficient all-around game. He was exceptional off the bounce and either exploded to the rim or set up one of his teammates with a terrific pass. His midrange jump shot is solid and he gets nice lift on it. However, as his shot extends to the 3-point line, it has a tendency to get very flat with little touch. Although he is listed as a scoring guard he displayed enough during the scrimmage where playing point guard at the next level could be an option.
