Potential Spring Stock Risers: 2019 Posts
In our series “Potential Stock Risers” we look at a group of prospects at each position in various classes and give insight to some of the players that could breakout this spring and see their recruitment take a major step forward. Here is our Potential Spring Stock Risers: 2019 Posts.
C Francis Okoro (Normal West)
Overall Rank: #1
Position Rank: #1
As far as in the state there is not much room to go up being the top prospect overall in his class. Nationally being considered a top 25 player that is just outside of five star range we feel he definitely has five star ability. One of the best rebounders in the country and a force on the defensive end. Look for him to land double digit high-major offers by the time the spring is over.
C Ciaran Brayboy (New Trier)
Overall Rank: #11
Position Rank: #2
Brayboy has the physical tools at 6’8” with quality strength and length to be a D1 prospect. He came on strong in July and we thought he was about to take that next big step. Didn’t necessarily take it as a sophomore with his high school team. He has the capabilities to do it this spring.
PF Khalid Herron (Phoenix Military Academy)
Overall Rank: #29
Position Rank: #4
Herron is a post prospect that not a lot of people know about. He stands at 6’6” with a strong and physical body. Plays with a lot of energy and toughness in the paint. Beast on the boards. Could be the junk yard dog of this class.
PF Jackson Tanner (Latin)
Overall Rank: #30
Position Rank: #5
Tanner impressed back in the fall. Coming from a non-traditional basketball high school he made his name on the camp circuit. The 6’6” post has a projectable body, is a quality rebounder especially on the offensive end, and runs the floor well.
PF Keenon Cole (Streamwood)
Overall Rank: #31
Position Rank: #6
Cole is a bouncy four man that stands at 6’6”. Uses his quick second jump and athleticism to make plays around the hoop. Little raw skill wise, but jumps off the floor athletically on both ends.
PF Chris White (Marian Catholic)
Overall Rank: #51
Position Rank: #10
White is a prospect that flashed during the high school season for Marian Catholic. The 6’5” four man is a bouncy athlete that is quick to the glass. Efficient with his touches around the hoop. In the right travel team situation he could make some noise on the recruiting trail.