Chances are if you’re a top-300 or so recruit in the country, you’ve likely spent your summer on the AAU circuit. Whether it be in the Nike EYBL, Adidas Gauntlet, the Under Armour Association, or an unsponsored team that just pops in and out of tournaments across the country, many of today’s bright young stars have participated.
But along with the rise of grassroots basketball there’s also been a lot of talk. Everyone from Steve Kerr to your local sports reporter have voiced their opinions. Does the game breed corruption? Are players benefitting from the summer tournaments? Is it too much on these kids?