Scout Report
Mateen Cleaves Jr. is establishing himself as one of Michigan's most intriguing 2028 prospects, currently holding the #140 ranking nationally according to PrepRadar with a solid 44 rating. The 6'5", 210-pound point guard from Flint brings an imposing physical presence to the position that immediately catches evaluators' attention. His combination of size and ball-handling skills creates matchup problems for opposing defenses, as few high school point guards possess the frame to effectively guard him in the backcourt. What sets Cleaves Jr. apart in the 2028 class is his ability to see over smaller defenders while maintaining the court vision and decision-making required at the point guard position. His 210-pound frame suggests he can absorb contact when attacking the rim, while his height advantage allows him to survey the floor and make passes that shorter guards simply cannot execute. Though offers have yet to materialize publicly, his current ranking places him firmly on the radar of college programs seeking a versatile floor general who can impact games in multiple ways. As he continues developing his perimeter shooting and defensive instincts, Cleaves Jr. represents the modern prototype of what college coaches desire in a lead guard.
Updated Feb 5, 2026 · Analysis by PrepRadar Scouting Team
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