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Karis Oppong

KARIS OPPONG

Forward|Hoopers New York
17U
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2026 Select Events Nationals

June 26–28 Sat, June 27 · 7:30 PM EST Spooky Nook Sports Champion Mill — Hamilton, OH
Player Stats
Game analyzed: Hoopers NY vs. Kia Nurse Elite · Rose Classic, 05/17/2026 · Final 58–52
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Key Strengths

Dominant rebounder on both ends of the floor.

Establishes and holds deep post position using strength.

Effective finisher with her right hand around the rim and through contact.

High motor and consistent hustle player.

Areas for Development

Extending shooting range beyond the paint.

Developing left-hand finishing and ball-handling confidence.

Improving defensive footwork and lateral quickness on the perimeter.

Quicker decision-making when passing out of double teams.

Development Focus

Primary — Weak-hand development. Daily drills for left-hand dribbling and finishing around the rim (e.g. Mikan drill with left hand only).

Secondary — Shooting mechanics. Form shooting from close range, focusing on a higher set point and fluid release before extending range.

Tertiary — Defensive agility. Ladder drills and defensive slide drills to improve foot speed and lower her stance.

Scouting Report

Key Strengths

  • Dominant rebounder on both ends of the floor.
  • Establishes and holds deep post position using strength.
  • Effective finisher with her right hand around the rim and through contact.
  • High motor and consistent hustle player.

Areas for Development

  • Extending shooting range beyond the paint.
  • Developing left-hand finishing and ball-handling confidence.
  • Improving defensive footwork and lateral quickness on the perimeter.
  • Quicker decision-making when passing out of double teams.
Ideal System Fit

A system that utilizes a traditional post presence, values offensive rebounding, and runs a structured half-court offense. She would excel in a high-low system or alongside perimeter-oriented players who can create space for her inside.

Projected Impact
Now

An immediate impact player as a primary rebounder and interior scorer at her current level of play. Her physicality makes her a difficult matchup in the paint.

Potential

With development in her weak hand and mid-range shooting, she could evolve into a more versatile offensive threat, forcing defenses to guard her further from the basket and opening up her passing game.

Detailed Evaluation

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Athleticism & Body Control
Acceleration / First Step
Average. Not explosive, but uses powerful initial steps from a face-up to gain an advantage over slower defenders. More power-based than speed-based.
Stride Mechanics & Lateral Movement
Shows some stiffness in lateral slides defensively. Strides are powerful when running the floor in a straight line but lack fluidity in quick directional changes.
Agility & Directional Changes
Limited. Tends to be upright when changing directions, which slows her reaction time. More effective in linear movements.
Triple Threat Readiness
Functional. Catches the ball in the high post and on the wing ready to operate, but primarily looks to drive or pass rather than shoot from a distance.
Physicality & Contact Balance
Excellent. A clear strength. Initiates and absorbs contact well in the post, on drives, and while rebounding. Maintains balance to finish plays effectively.
Ball Control & Handling
Strong Hand Confidence
Confident with her right hand. Uses it for 1-2 dribble drives from the high post and to establish position. Dribble is high but functional for her role.
Weak Hand Usage
Very limited. Avoids dribbling or finishing with her left hand, often forcing finishes back to her right, even on the left side of the basket.
Dribble Under Pressure
Susceptible to pressure when forced to dribble more than twice. Tends to pick up her dribble when facing aggressive guards on the perimeter.
Kill Dribbles / Game
Observed picking up her dribble under pressure multiple times without a clear pass or shot, leading to stalled offensive possessions. Estimated 2-3 instances.
Ball Protection & Deception
Uses her body effectively to shield the ball on post-ups and drives. Deception is minimal; moves are straightforward and power-based.
Passing & Playmaking
Assist-to-Usage Ratio
Low. Primarily a scorer and rebounder. Looks to score first when she touches the ball in scoring areas.
Secondary (Hockey) Assists
Observed once, making a pass from the post to the wing, which led to an extra pass for a score.
Potential Assists / Game
2 assists recorded. Had approximately 4-5 potential assists, mostly on kick-outs from the post that teammates missed.
Passing Vision
Functional. Sees cutters when facing the basket from the high post and can identify open shooters when doubled in the low post. Does not demonstrate advanced vision (e.g., cross-court skips).
Decision-Making in Traffic
Can be slow. Tends to hold the ball too long when doubled, leading to forced passes or turnovers. Recorded 1 turnover on a pass out of a double team.
Shooting Profile
Shot Mechanics (Form, Release Time)
Form is a 'push shot' with a low set point and slow release. Lacks a fluid kinetic chain. Effective from close range but not a viable mechanic for jump shots.
Off-Dribble vs Spot-Up Accuracy
Did not attempt any spot-up jump shots. All scoring attempts were off 1-2 dribbles near the paint, on post moves, or put-backs.
Shot Chart Strength (Key Zones)
Exclusively operates and scores within 5 feet of the basket, particularly on the right block and from offensive rebounds directly under the hoop.
Verticality, Balance, Follow-Through
Balance is strong on interior shots. Does not elevate much on her shot, relying on strength. Follow-through is inconsistent and often cut short.
Finishing Ability
Strong Side Finishing
Excellent. Very effective finishing with her right hand on the right side of the rim, using the backboard well.
Weak Side Finishing
Needs significant improvement. Avoids using her left hand, often attempting difficult reverse layups or awkward shots with her right hand on the left side.
Finishing Through Contact
A major strength. Not deterred by physical defense and successfully converts layups while being fouled or contested heavily.
Rim Touches per Game
High. The majority of her offensive possessions end with a shot attempt at the rim, either via post move, drive, or offensive rebound.
Floaters / Body Control
Does not utilize a floater. Relies on power moves and layups. Body control is good when absorbing contact but less refined on finesse finishes.
Off-Ball Offense
Cutting Efficiency
Makes basic cuts to the basket when the lane is open, particularly from the high post. Does not show advanced timing or variety in her cuts.
Sprinting into Space
Effective at crashing the offensive glass from the perimeter or weak side. Her primary method of finding space is through rebounding effort.
Catch & Triple Threat Setup
Solid fundamentals on the catch. Positions her body to see the floor and protect the ball. Feet are generally set and ready to operate.
Screen Reads & Relocation
As a screener, she rolls hard to the basket and seals her defender effectively. Does not often relocate to space after a screen; primarily dives to the paint.
Defensive Profile
On-Ball Defense
Strong in the post, using her body to prevent deep catches. Struggles to contain quicker players on the perimeter due to average lateral speed.
Opponent FG% When Guarded
Effective in the paint, forcing tough, contested shots. Higher against perimeter-oriented opponents who can attack off the dribble.
Drive Defense & Containment
An area for improvement. Tends to open her hips too early, giving a clear driving lane. Relies on recovering for a block rather than staying in front.
Foul Rate & Discipline
Good discipline. Avoids cheap fouls and uses verticality well when contesting shots at the rim. Recorded 2 personal fouls in the game.
Deflections / Game
Low. Does not have exceptionally active hands in passing lanes. Estimated 1-2 deflections.
Steals & Blocks
Steals: 1 (in the post). Blocks: 2 (both as a help defender).
Team & Help Defense
Willing help defender who rotates to protect the paint. Timing can be a step late, but effort is consistent. Provides a strong paint presence.
Rotations Made / Game
Actively rotates on most baseline drives. Consistency is good, but speed of rotation could be improved.
Screen Navigation
Typically plays in a 'drop' coverage against pick and rolls, protecting the paint. Does not fight over screens when pulled to the perimeter.
Communication Grade (1-5)
3. Observed calling out screens and directing traffic in the paint, but could be more vocal and consistent across all defensive possessions.
Defensive FG% Against
Estimated low FG% against in the post; estimated higher FG% against on perimeter drives.
Closeouts / Contests
Closeouts are controlled but slow. Gets a hand up to contest but gives shooters time to get their shot off. More effective contesting shots near the paint.
Rebounding & Positioning
Rebounds / Game (O/D)
Total: 12. Offensive: 4 / Defensive: 8. Elite rebounder for this level of play.
Box Outs / Game
High success rate. Consistently finds a body and uses her strength to seal opponents away from the basket on both ends.
Rebound Contests
Actively pursues every rebound in her area and shows a willingness to fight for 50/50 balls. Wins the majority of her contested rebound opportunities.
Mobility in Traffic
Good. Navigates bodies well to get to the ball. Anticipates where the ball will go and establishes position early.
Transition Game
Speed & Awareness in Offensive Transition
Runs the floor with purpose, but lacks elite speed. Fills the lane as a trailer, looking for dump-off passes or rebound opportunities.
Passing in Transition
Not a primary decision-maker in transition. Makes simple outlet passes after defensive rebounds but does not push the break herself.
Transition Defense (Matchup ID & Sprint Back)
Good effort to get back. Identifies the most immediate threat in the paint and sprints back to protect the rim, sometimes giving up an open trailer on the perimeter.
Impact Metrics & Intangibles
Box Plus-Minus / Net Rating
High Positive. Elite rebounding and efficient interior scoring contribute heavily; her positive contributions on both ends created a significant net positive impact.
On/Off Net Impact
Noticeable. The team's rebounding and interior defense were visibly weaker when she was on the bench.
Turnovers on Drives / Passes
Drives are short and direct (1-2 dribbles), minimizing turnover risk; 1 turnover observed on a drive. Recorded 1 turnover on a pass out of the post — decision-making under pressure is a factor.
Energy & Hustle (1-5)
5. Motor runs high throughout the game. Crashes the glass relentlessly and runs the floor hard on every possession.
Coachability / Body Language (1-5)
4. Appears receptive to sideline instructions and plays within the team concept. Positive and engaged; does not show frustration after misses or bad plays.
Role Adaptability
Clearly a starter-level player for this team due to her impact on rebounding and interior play. Could provide a huge energy/physicality boost off the bench in other contexts.
Biomechanical Analysis
Overall Profile
A power athlete whose strength currently compensates for mechanical inefficiencies. Key strength: power production in linear movements (rebounding, post-ups). Primary improvement area: kinetic chain efficiency in shooting motion and lateral agility mechanics.
Jump Shot (Kinetic Chain)
Disconnected. Energy generation comes primarily from the upper body ('pushing' the ball) rather than flowing from her legs through her core to her release. Set point is low and in front of her face; release point is low with a flat arc.
Defensive Movement
Stance is often too narrow and upright, lacking consistent knee flexion and hip hinge. Tends to 'pop up' during slides, raising her center of gravity; movement is often a crossover step rather than a true defensive slide. No significant knee valgus observed, which is a positive sign.
Jumping (Blocks & Rebounds)
Primarily a two-foot jumper for verticality; generates power well from a standstill with good knee and hip flexion. Arm swing could be more explosive. In traffic there are instances of stiff-legged landings with minimal knee flexion.
Injury Risk Assessment
Patellar Tendonitis · ModerateAnkle Sprains · Low–ModACL Injury · Low
Coaching Cues
Jump Shot: "Elbow in, hand up."  ·  Defense: "Stay low and wide."  ·  Landing Safety: "Land like a cat."

Development Plan

1
Weak Hand Development

Primary focus. Daily drills for left-hand dribbling and finishing around the rim (e.g., Mikan drill with left hand only).

2
Shooting Mechanics

Secondary focus. Form shooting from close range, focusing on a higher set point and fluid release before extending range.

3
Defensive Agility

Tertiary focus. Ladder drills and defensive slide drills to improve foot speed and lower her stance.

Comp Player & Notes for Evaluator

Comp Player: A more physical, interior-focused player at her level. A developmental comparison could be a player like a young Tristan Thompson, whose primary value comes from relentless rebounding and high-energy interior play.

The player's value is currently tied to her physical advantages and motor. She dominates her current level of competition through sheer will and strength, particularly on the glass. Long-term projection will depend entirely on her ability to add skill (shooting, weak-hand finishing, perimeter defense) to her game as the athletic gap narrows at higher levels.

Shot Types

Field Goals 2/8
25.0%FG%
Shot Type Made Attempts FG%
Lay-up 1 5 20.0%
Mid-Range Jump Shot 1 3 33.3%
3-Point Jump Shot 0 0
Free Throw 1 2 50.0%

Offensive Stats

Assists
Pass leading directly to a score
1
Offensive Rebounds
Second-chance possessions created
9
Turnovers
Unforced
1

Defensive Plays

Defensive Contributions
Blocks
Both as a help defender
2
Deflections
Disrupted pass without full steal
1
Fouls
Total Fouls Committed: 4
Blocking Foul
Contact on driver without position set
3
Offensive Foul
Offensive contact into a set defender
1

Player Highlights

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Rebounds

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Assists

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Blocks

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Steals

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Free Throws

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Fouls Compilation

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Missed Field Goal Attempts

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