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Drake Powell Ranked Among Top 2024 Perimeter Defenders

Related Topics: Cooper Flagg, Defenders

Had it not been for Cooper Flagg reclassifying into the 2024 basketball recruiting class, UNC 5-star small forward commit Drake Powell would have claimed the top spot in this category. Quite simply, Powell is that dude on the defensive end of the court. Powell’s ability to hold each of his opponents well below their averages is a testament to what he is capable of. (On3.com)

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