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Scout Report
When your high school backcourt features the 13th-ranked player in the 2025 class alongside two other nationally ranked prospects, the chemistry has to be instant. At St. Joseph, that dynamic is working perfectly as Julius Price continues to prove why Stanford locked him up early in his recruitment.
Background
Price hails from Santa Maria, California, a Central Coast town that has quietly produced solid basketball talent over the years. The Price family clearly has athletics in their DNA with multiple Malcolm Prices scattered across the family tree, creating a competitive environment that shaped Julius from an early age. St. Joseph has become his platform to compete at the highest level, playing in one of California's most competitive prep circuits. The program's ability to attract elite talent like Tounde Yessoufou has created an environment where Price can develop against top-tier competition daily.
Playing Style
Price operates with the controlled aggression you want from a 6-2 shooting guard who understands his role within a loaded roster. He picks his spots intelligently, never forcing shots or trying to do too much when sharing the court with other high-level scorers. His decision-making reflects maturity beyond his years, particularly in transition where he processes multiple options quickly and consistently makes the right read. Defensively, he uses his length and lateral quickness to disrupt passing lanes while staying disciplined in team concepts. Price thrives in structured offensive sets where his ability to move without the ball creates advantages, but he can also create his own shot when the situation demands it. The kid plays with a pace that suggests he's always thinking one play ahead.
Strengths
Price's shooting mechanics are fundamentally sound with consistent form from all three levels, making him a legitimate threat from NBA range. His basketball IQ jumps off the tape - he rarely makes the same mistake twice and consistently puts himself in positions to succeed. The combination of his 6-2 frame and improved strength allows him to finish through contact around the rim better than most guards his age. Price also possesses excellent court vision for a shooting guard, finding teammates in rhythm when defenses overcommit to his scoring ability.
Areas to Watch
Continuing to add muscle to his frame will help him handle the physicality of high-major college basketball, particularly when attacking the rim against bigger, stronger defenders. His handle, while solid, could use refinement to become more dynamic in isolation situations where creating separation becomes crucial. Price sometimes defers too much when he should be aggressive, finding the right balance between facilitating and scoring will be key to maximizing his impact.
Player Comparison
Price reminds me of a young Malachi Flynn - similar build, high basketball IQ, and the ability to play both guard positions effectively. Like Flynn, Price doesn't wow you with any single elite skill but impacts winning through consistent decision-making and timely shot-making. Both players share that knack for making the right play at the right time while never trying to do too much.
Recruitment
Price committed to Stanford early in the process, choosing the Cardinal over a solid list of high-major programs including Michigan, Washington, and Cincinnati. The academic-athletic combination at Stanford clearly appealed to him and his family, and the Cardinal's track record of developing guards made it an easy choice. With his commitment locked in, Price can focus entirely on development rather than the recruiting circus that often distracts top prospects. Stanford got themselves a plug-and-play guard who should contribute immediately in Jerod Haase's system.
Projection
Price profiles as a four-year contributor at Stanford with the potential to be a key piece by his junior and senior seasons. His skill set translates well to the college game where his shooting and basketball IQ will keep him on the court even as he adjusts to the speed and physicality. Professional basketball isn't out of the question if he continues developing his athleticism and becomes more dynamic with the ball, but his floor is a solid college career with graduate transfer or overseas opportunities.
Updated Apr 29, 2026 · Analysis by PrepRadar Scouting Team
Career Journey
Stanford
COLLEGE
St. Joseph
PREP SCHOOL
Offers
11
Stanford
Committed
Chose Stanford over 10 other offers
UC Santa Barbara
Minnesota
Washington State
Cincinnati
MichiganOffers sourced from 247Sports and social media monitoring.
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