Syracuse, N.Y. — Basketball season has arrived in Section III and Central New York’s hardwoods will soon be loaded with elite-level talent.

With the season underway, now’s the time to take a look at our Must-See 33.

This preseason list highlights returning players who have starred on the court and are worth keeping tabs on this winter.

Stephen Bazile , Jamesville-DeWitt, senior

Last season, Bazile was the second-leading scorer and rebounder for the Red Rams with 11.7 PPG and 5.7 RPG. With the team’s leading scorer and rebounder graduated, the 2024-25 Class A all-state honorable mention and second-team All-CNY selection will be expected to have an even bigger year.

Amari Berkley , Utica Academy of Science, senior

Berkley had a big scoring year for the Atoms last winter. He averaged

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