2K25 Showcase: 8 prime-time performers from first days of games

Day 1 of the 2K25 Showcase took place Saturday at Aquinas College for the 11th edition of the annual event.

The 2K25 Showcase concludes Saturday, Feb. 1 with an impressive slate of five games.

Here are eight players who really stood out in Day 1 of the 2K25 Showcase:

Brady Swartz, 6-6, GR Northview

Swartz has put up some big numbers at Aquinas, but none greater than his 49 points scored against Lima (OH). Swartz was clutch driving to the basket, draining free throws and hitting 3-pointers. This performance should cement his status as a Mr. Basketball nominee this year, and I wouldn’t be surprised if he finished second in voting. He’s had so many massive scoring efforts in big games, he has to be recognized for a fantastic career.

Isaiah Guyton, 6-6, Godwin Heights

Watch out for this team next year. Eight of their top-10 players are juniors, and Guyton leads the way as an athletic and versatile forward. He racked up 24 points - 21 in the second half - including 13 rebounds, four assists and three blocks. It was a dominant performance from a guy still trying to raise his recruiting profile.

Isaiah Theodile, 6-7, Kalamazoo Central

Built with a body most high school basketball players would dream of, Theodile has height, muscle and athleticism. The backboard might still be shaking from a couple of his dunks. He led the team with 22 points and 11 rebounds in a key victory over Hamtramck. His hands were a little shaky at times, and he was less reluctant to step out and shoot than I’ve seen in the past, but he’s a star who has Mr. Basketball nominee upside.

Geon Hutchins, 6-4, Warren Lincoln

The Northern Iowa commit was explosive in a win against Chicago’s Hyde Park. He scored 20 efficient points with nine rebounds while showing the ability to slash and shoot. Hutchins transferred from Oak Park and provides the Abes with three athletic guards who can take over games. Unfortunately for Lincoln, star point guard Moses Blackwell was carried off the court late in the fourth quarter with an apparent knee injury.

TJ Terrentine, 6-3, Kalamazoo Central

As a team, the Maroons lack 3-point shooting, but Terrentine is excellent from long range. He scored 17 points in Saturday’s win while draining three 3-pointers. He has a great looking shot and can handle the ball. K-Central’s top eight players are juniors. They will be a team to watch over the next two postseasons, especially if they can develop at least one more shooter.

Tyler Hunter, 6-9, Detroit King

After inexplicably seeing very few minutes early in the season, Hunter started in Saturday’s win over Grand Rapids Catholic Central and was the lone player on the court to stand out in an ugly game. Hunter scored a game-high 14 points, showcasing a soft touch around the basket and the ability to rebound without going over the back. As a sophomore, he’s a star in the making who could wind up a power-5 player.

Shawn Foster, 6-2, Lima (OH)

If you get the chance to watch this team, do it. They are extremely entertaining and Foster is easily one of the best sophomores in the nation. He poured in 37 points while draining 3-pointers, finishing with acrobatics around the rim and throwing dunks that would have made Vince Carter proud. Unbelievable talent who was a large part of why their quadruple-overtime win over GR Northview was the game of the year.

Kesean Hobbs, 6-3, Benton Harbor

A fast-rising sophomore who scored 16 points with five rebounds in a loss against Godwin Heights. Hobbs is an effortless athlete who threw down a couple dunks, hit almost all of his free throws and can drain 3-pointers. He is starting to showcase D1 upside if he can add a bit more muscle and really lock down the point guard position.