Yes many middle school age kids can play, but why is everyone getting so caught up in statistics. One of the top three 2015 players and one of the top three 2016 players who dominate every game they play in are not on the top scores list. Statistics are very misleading. Some of the top scorers are legitimate blue chip players but many are a product of the team they play on, the system they play in and/or strength of schedule. Many are also one dimensional players that do not contribute to getting drawer controls, causing turnovers or getting ground balls.