WATCH: High school hoops mixtape of elite Rutgers freshman Dylan Harper

Rutgers freshman Dylan Harper had a major showing during the loss against St. John’s. Harper had 20 points, one assist, four rebounds and a steal but couldn’t deny a 91-85 loss. But things were not as gloomy after the game as a video surfaced on the internet that caught the basketball community’s attention.

The 6-foot-6 guard drew praise from St. John's coach Rick Pitino, who compared his mature approach and style of play to that of the legendary Walt Frazier. His hooping mixtape was uploaded by Slam High School’s official YouTube channel.

Harper's shooting efficiency stood out (50% from the field, including making 2 of 6 from beyond the arc). His ability to consistently convert contested shots, including a sequence where he scored six consecutive points, was something of an early glare of his long-term potential.

The exhibition game drew the attention of over 20 NBA scouts, as well as general managers from prominent franchises, such as the Brooklyn Nets, Orlando Magic and Toronto Raptors.

Dylan Harper and Ace Bailey’s show-up couldn’t avoid loss against St John’s

The exhibition game between Rutgers and St. John's saw top recruits Dylan Harper and Ace Bailey from Rutgers, along with Zuby Ejiofor and RJ Luis Jr. from St. John's, put everyone on notice.

Ace Bailey, the No. 2 overall recruit, impressed with 25 points and five rebounds. Both players displayed their potential as projected top-five picks in the upcoming NBA Draft, adding significant value to the game.

On the St John's side, Zuby Ejiofor demonstrated his impact with a remarkable performance, recording 27 points and 13 rebounds. RJ Luis, a versatile junior wing, displayed his scoring prowess by contributing 22 points, six rebounds and three assists. Luis's shooting efficiency and potential make him a player to watch.