Fil-Am hooper Dylan Harper nabs MVP title at Jordan Brand Classic

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Filipino American hoops sensation Dylan Harper stole the spotlight yet again as he emerged as the shining star of this year’s edition of Jordan Brand Classic.

In the annual showcase of the nation’s top high school hoops talent, 6-foot-4 Harper rose above the competition, snagging the MVP title and leading his team to a victory with an impressive 30-point display.

And when the pressure was at its peak, the Rutgers University recruit delivered the game-winning bucket, sealing the deal for Team Flight in a thrilling 119-113 triumph over Team Air and outshining the current No. 1 recruit, Cooper Flagg of Duke University.

Dylan Harper just put on a SHOW at the Jordan Brand classic😈🔥

The Rutgers commit hit the game-winner and took home MVP honors 🏆 @dy1anharper

▪️ 30 PTS
▪️ 8 REB pic.twitter.com/2oLkgxL4JF

— B/R Hoops (@brhoops) April 22, 2024

This year marked the 23rd edition of the Jordan Brand Classic, an event paying homage to the legendary Michael Jordan, whose legacy continues to inspire basketball enthusiasts worldwide.

The Fil-Am basketball player’s 30-point record records his name in history, ranking third all-time in scoring at the event, trailing only the performances of Emmitt Williams with 44 points and LeBron James with 34 points.

In a moment of sheer confidence, amid the celebration of victory, the athlete turned to the opposing bench, raised his left index finger, and boldly proclaimed, “I’m Number One!”

In a social media post, broadcaster John Fanta wrote “He did it tonight in Brooklyn. This fall, he’ll do it at Rutgers. Dylan Harper. A 30-point masterpiece and the game-winner at the Jordan Brand Classic.”

He did it tonight in Brooklyn. This fall, he’ll do it at Rutgers. Dylan Harper. A 30-point masterpiece and the game-winner at the Jordan Brand Classic. Had a blast at Barclays!pic.twitter.com/83kZehXLMd

— John Fanta (@John_Fanta) April 22, 2024

Also on Instagram, he posted a photo of himself with a caption that reads, “Got the city on my back no way I could fold, legendary sh*t.”

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The recent showing follows Harper’s domination at the McDonald’s All-American Game, where he also clinched co-MVP honors.

Last year, the combo guard from New Jersey made a monumental decision in his career, choosing to stay close to home by committing to Rutgers University.

With his eyes set on the future, Harper is gearing up to represent Rutgers University in next year’s NCAA season. And what’s his ultimate goal? Bringing a championship home to his beloved state.