I like Morez but he is no EJ Liddell. Liddell was much more skilled at same stage. Morez might have an inch or two on him tho. Neither Brown nor Johnson are EJ status imo and setting that bar for them will likely lead to disappointment.
I have not seen MJ perform in person, but I did see Liddell play 3 games at the Bass Pro Tournament of Champions against elite competition. He impressed with his physical play and willingness to bang with bigger players, but his offensive game was far from impressive. He did take shots, even beyond the arc, but they did not go down often. And yet he became an elite shooter at any range during his collegiate career.
The point is, from what I have read on Morez, is that a comparison of the two in HS is quite similar, Smart, team oriented, high motor, aggressive, and skilled....but not particularly dependable shooters. But I agree that Liddell's almost miraculous improvement as a shooter in college is a very high bar and I would be simply astonished to see from Morez....but would embrace. If he can become as effective within 8 ft. as DD, Illini Nation will be very happy!!!