Ismaila Dauda

6-10 power forward Ismaila Dauda (out of Choice Academy in Miami) scored 21 points in the first half, drilling a couple of NBA 3-pointers (one on an impressive pick and pop play), and also making some very nice moves in the post. He appears to have good footwork for a player just finishing his freshman year of high school, as well as very soft touch on his turnaround jumper. Dauda has an outstanding frame and the length to establish himself as a legit shot-blocker, although he does not appear to be a tremendous athlete on first glance. He has a very good feel for the game considering he’s just 16, though, and did a very good job communicating on defense. Dauda is already committed to the University of Miami, despite being a member of the 2012 class. If he continues to develop over the next few years, and holds firm in his commitment, he could end up being quite a steal for the Hurricanes.