Jordan Brand Classic 2012: Top Athletes Sure to Light Up Highlight Reels

All of the best high school ballers are going to be on a single court on Saturday at the Jordan Brand Classic.

The Classic, which will be nationally televised on ESPN, is a chance for the top prep stars in the country to strut their stuff before heading off to their respective universities. It's a big event, but it's no different from other basketball All-Star games in that it's more of an opportunity to show off than it is an opportunity to compete.

Make no mistake about it, the Classic is going to generate plenty of highlight material. Take one look at the rosters, and you'll notice that there are several guys who are basically highlight machines.

You're going to want to keep an eye on four guys in particular.

Note: ESPN.com has scouting reports and commitment statuses for all the top recruits.

J.P. Tokoto, SF, North Carolina

J.P. Tokoto has committed to play for Roy Williams at North Carolina. As a testament to Tokoto's quality as a player, that reality speaks for itself.

But Tokoto's not perfect. He'll need to add some strength in order to cut it at the collegiate level, and he'll have to continue to work on his perimeter game.

One thing that doesn't need any work is Tokoto's athleticism. He moves very well, and he gets up off the floor with authority. His dunks have long since become highlight-reel material.

Those who haven't seen Tokoto slam one home yet will have the pleasure if they tune in to watch Saturday's game. Tokoto will be playing for the East team, and it's a good bet he'll get a chance to rattle the rim at least once.

Anthony Bennett, PF, Undecided

Anthony Bennett hasn't yet decided where he'll be playing his college ball yet, meaning there's still one more high-profile commitment waiting to happen.

All of that will be beside the point when Bennett takes the floor for the West on Saturday. He'll merely be looking to show off what makes him such a highly-sought recruit in the first place.

What makes Bennett dangerous is the fact that he combines both power and quickness. He's already a big, muscular player, but he has no trouble elevating. He's a classic power dunker.

Bennett isn't all about dunks, though. He'll step back and knock down threes, meaning he'll make highlight reels in more ways than one.

Nerlens Noel, C, Kentucky

Nerlens Noel is a freak of nature. He stands tall at 6'10", but he can also leap out of any gym. He's a perfect example of a big who plays above the rim.

What makes Noel special isn't his ability to dunk a basketball, however. What makes the New Hampshire product a special player is his shot-blocking ability.

It's appropriate that Noel is going to Kentucky, because he's right there with Anthony Davis as far as shot-blocking goes. Noel has tremendous natural instincts, and his size and athleticism make him a terror for opponents who wander into his vicinity.

So look for Noel to make highlights in two ways: with vicious dunks and vicious blocks.

Shabazz Muhammad, G/F, UCLA

Nerlens Noel is the best and most athletic big man in the country. Shabazz Muhammad is by far the best and most athletic swingman in the country.

Muhammad has done his thing on a national stage before, as he stole the show at the McDonald's All-American Game in late March. He was named the MVP after scoring 21 points, and he also won the dunk contest held in conjunction with the game.

In all, Muhammad's game is incomplete. But since he's more athletic than anyone on the court at a given moment, it doesn't matter. He gets to the bucket when he wants to get to the bucket.

Look for the future Bruin to get to the rim a lot in the Jordan Classic.