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Tyrese Maxey doubtful for rest of FIBA U18 Americas Championship

Kentucky commit Tyrese Maxey is doubtful for the rest of the FIBA U18 Americas Championships.

“I thought Tyrese was really good until he got nicked up,” Self told reporters after USA’s 132-55 win over Ecuador in the quarterfinals, via Daniele Franceschi.

2019 target Matthew Hurt turned in a good performance tonight, with 19 points, 13 in the first half. At 6’9″, he’s got the size of a forward, but the skills of a guard, making him perfect for John Calipari’s positionless system.

“Matt is a big guard,” Self said.