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Bullitt East High School sophomore Derek Willis had a breakout season with the Chargers, helping his team to the Sweet 16 semifinals.

But on Saturday, the 6-foot-9 Willis saw his game go to a national level.

In front of a bunch of national analysts and scouts, Willis put on a show at the adidas May Classic and helped his BA Hoyas 16s team beat the Eric Gordon All-Stars at the Indiana University practice facility.

The Purdue finished the game with 19 points, nine rebounds, six blocked shots and six assists in the win over the team led by Indiana commitments Devin Davis and Collin Hartman. He injured his back a bit late in the game but still played later in the day and helped the BA Hoyas to a 3-0 record in the event so far.

"Derek had his first opportunity to shine on a national stage and he didn’t disappoint," Scout.com national analyst Brian Snow said. "He is highly skilled for a kid who is every bit of 6 and effortlessly knocks in NBA threes. Add in an impressive handle and solid athleticism, and it is easy to see why Purdue jumped on him very early."

Several analysts in attendance suggested Willis is likely a top-50 prospect nationally when the new rankings come out after the summer evaluation period.

Willis said "nothing has changed," since his commitment to Purdue noting that he’s "just going to Purdue" and now has to work hard to keep improving.

Bullitt East coach Troy Barr said via text message that Willis told him following the game against Eric Gordon that he was invited to the Nike Elite 100 camp to be held June 9-12 in St. Louis. The camp is for elite players nationally.

http://blogs.courier-journal.com/jodydem...nal-level/

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Congrats to the super soph!