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“Class of 2029 Guard DJ Hunter Emerging as Las Vegas’ Next Lead Floor General”

Posted by Kim Muhammad on

Every so often, a young player comes along who forces you to slow down and take notice. For Somerset Losee freshman DJ Hunter, it’s not just his game that impresses, but the details that reveal who he is off the floor. Many may not know this, but DJ is a talented chess player — a reflection of his ability to think several steps ahead. He’s also described by his father, former Georgetown/UNLV guard Demetrius Hunter, as a humble listener who simply loves the game. Those qualities translate directly to his style of play: measured, composed, and mature beyond his years.

At The Hoop Gods Junior All-American Camp, Hunter separated himself from the pack. Among a room filled with talented underclassmen, he was one of the better freshmen on the floor — not because of flash, but because of feel.

DJ Hunter

He displayed strong defensive instincts, a polished shooting stroke, and the ability to attack the lane with his head up, always scanning for teammates. Whether pulling up from mid-range or locating shooters on the perimeter, his game showed a rhythm and pace rarely found in players this young. His learning curve is far ahead of most freshmen, making him a name the city of Las Vegas — and evaluators around the country — should already be tracking.

Unit 1 Hoop Source Scouting Breakdown

  • 🎯 Basketball IQ & Court Vision – Plays like a thinker. Recognizes spacing, keeps his head up in the lane, and shows an advanced knack for finding shooters. His chess-player mindset translates directly to decision-making on the floor.
  • 🧱 Shooting Mechanics – Clean, repeatable form. Comfortable pulling up from mid-range and extending confidently beyond the arc. Capable of creating his own shot and scoring at all three levels.
  • ⚔️ Defensive Instincts – Anticipates well on the perimeter. Competes with effort and awareness, showing flashes of becoming a solid two-way guard as he develops.
  • 🚀 Physical Frame – At 5’11”, already has a strong body structure for his age. Uses balance and body control when finishing through contact. He’s not finished growing.
  • 🔁 Playmaking & Lead Guard Skills – Demonstrates lead guard qualities: ball control, vision, and the willingness to get others involved. At Hoop Gods, he showed poise handling pressure situations.
  • 🧠 Intangibles – Humble, coachable, and attentive. Loves the game, listens well, and already carries himself like a player who understands the grind.

Areas for Growth

  • ⚡ Decision-Making in Transition – Improving shot selection and limiting turnovers will take his game to another level.
  • 🔧 Consistency Against Pressure – Needs reps against elite competition to sharpen his handle and refine reads when traps and length speed up the game.
  • ⏳ Overall Development – Still early in the process; polishing pace, patience, and playmaking will help unlock his ceiling.

Closing Statement

At this early stage, DJ Hunter looks the part of a true lead guard in the making. His IQ, mechanics, and defensive instincts are well ahead of his class, while his humility and off-court discipline make him the kind of player you bet on long-term. Three years from now, as his frame fills out and his decision-making sharpens, expect Hunter to be a name firmly on the radar of college coaches and national evaluators.

For Las Vegas hoops, he represents the next wave of talent — not just another scorer, but a well-rounded guard with the mentality to keep climbing. Keep this name highlighted in your scouting notes: DJ Hunter is trending upward.

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