The Breakdown: 2021 Wings Part 1

<p>The wing position is arguably the most utilized and important position on the floor in today’s game. From being the primary defender, to be the best offensive option on the floor, or simply being the best all-around player this position has many levels and skill-sets.</p> <p>In this edition of "The Breakdown" we take a look at a group of wings that standout in the class of 2021.</p> <p><a href="https://prephoops.com/player/keshawn-murphy/">[player_tooltip player_id="723758" first="Keshawn" last="Murphy"]</a>, 6’9 WF, Ramsay: This long and rangy wing player has the size and skill-set of a future pro. He can shoot it consistently from deep range, puts it on the floor well, and is a high-level rebounder. Definitely an interesting prospect to watch for years to come.</p> <ul> <li> <table style="border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%; height: 210px;"> <tbody> <tr style="height: 20px;"> <td style="width: 50%; height: 20px;"><strong>Strengths:</strong></td> <td style="width: 49.932%; height: 20px;"><strong>Needs to improve:</strong></td> </tr> <tr style="height: 170px;"> <td style="width: 50%; height: 170px;"> <ul> <li>Size</li> <li>Shooting range</li> <li>Rebounding on both ends</li> <li>Shot blocking ability</li> <li>Handle for size</li> <li>Athletic ability</li> <li>Ability to score in the paint</li> <li>Footwork</li> <li>Ability to score off the dribble</li> <li>Mid-range game</li> <li>On court attitude</li> </ul> </td> <td style="width: 49.932%; height: 170px;"> <ul> <li>Strength</li> <li>Communication</li> <li>On-ball Defense</li> </ul> </td> </tr> <tr style="height: 20px;"> <td style="width: 50%; height: 20px;"><strong>Projected Level: </strong>Western Kentucky Commit </td> <td style="width: 49.932%; height: 20px;"> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </li> </ul> <p><a href="https://prephoops.com/player/riley-leonard/">[player_tooltip player_id="886965" first="Riley" last="Leonard"]</a>, 6’4 SF Fairhope: A 2-sport star who recently committed to play QB at Duke University for coach David Cutcliff. A real player on the basketball that could have easily played on the low to mid-major Division 1 level.</p> <ul> <li> <table style="border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%;"> <tbody> <tr> <td style="width: 50%;"><strong>Strengths:</strong></td> <td style="width: 50%;"><strong>Needs to improve:</strong></td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 50%;"> <ul> <li>Good size for the position</li> <li>Shooting ability</li> <li>Toughness around the basket</li> <li>Ability to get to painted area off the dibble</li> <li>Ability to score at the basket with contact</li> <li>Plays well off screens</li> <li>Catch and Shoot ability</li> <li>Good Passer</li> <li>Tough defender</li> <li>IQ</li> <li>Communication</li> <li>Leadership </li> </ul> </td> <td style="width: 50%;"> <ul> <li>Lateral Quickness</li> <li>Ball-handling</li> <li>One-on-one moves off the dribble</li> </ul> </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 50%;"><strong>Projected Level: </strong>Duke University Commit (Football)</td> <td style="width: 50%;"> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </li> </ul> <p><a href="https://prephoops.com/player/dawson-sarblah/">[player_tooltip player_id="801036" first="Dawson" last="Sarblah"]</a>, 6’5 SF, Greenville: A high flying wing with the ability to guard anybody on the floor. He is an improving shooter who fits the mold of a legit 3 and D guy.</p> <ul> <li> <table style="border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%;"> <tbody> <tr> <td style="width: 50%;"><strong>Strengths:</strong></td> <td style="width: 50%;"><strong>Needs to improve:</strong></td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 50%;"> <ul> <li>Athletic ability</li> <li>Shot blocking for position</li> <li>On-ball defender</li> <li>Help side defender</li> <li>Ability to score in the open floor</li> <li>Work ethic</li> <li>Intangibles</li> <li>Defensive communication</li> <li>Ability to attack from the wing and score at the basket</li> <li>Motor</li> </ul> </td> <td style="width: 50%;"> <ul> <li>Ball-handling</li> <li>Shot consistency</li> <li>Offensive aggressiveness</li> </ul> </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 50%;"><strong>Projected Level: </strong>Mid/Low/High Major/Juco</td> <td style="width: 50%;"> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </li> </ul> <p><a href="https://prephoops.com/player/jailyn-murray/">[player_tooltip player_id="886971" first="Jailyn" last="Murray"]</a>, 6’7 SF, Leflore: A shooting wing with great size and length. His ability to shoot the ball from 3-point range at his size is something that sets him apart. An extremely interesting prospect going forward.</p> <ul> <li> <table style="border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%;"> <tbody> <tr> <td style="width: 50%;"><strong>Strengths:</strong></td> <td style="width: 50%;"><strong>Needs to improve:</strong></td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 50%;"> <ul> <li>Ability to shoot the ball from the outside</li> <li>Size for the position</li> <li>Prototypical Wing/Small Forward</li> <li>Ability to drive the ball from the wing</li> <li>Very good in transition</li> <li>Length on the defensive end</li> <li>Ability to score the ball from multiple levels</li> <li>Good midrange game</li> <li>Good rebounder</li> <li>Willingness to contest shots at the rim</li> </ul> </td> <td style="width: 50%;"> <ul> <li>Strength</li> <li>Sitting instance on defense</li> <li>Lateral quickness</li> </ul> </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 50%;"><strong>Projected Level: </strong>Low/Mid/High Major/Juco</td> <td style="width: 50%;"> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </li> </ul> <p><a href="https://prephoops.com/player/jamon-reed/">[player_tooltip player_id="886973" first="Jamon" last="Reed"]</a>, 6’5 SF, Huffman: Arguably the best defender in the entire class and state. His ability to guard multiple positions and cause charges is very high level. He can also score the basketball outside and inside.</p> <ul> <li> <table style="border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%; height: 60px;"> <tbody> <tr style="height: 20px;"> <td style="width: 50%; height: 20px;"><strong>Strengths:</strong></td> <td style="width: 50%; height: 20px;"> <strong>Needs to improve:</strong></td> </tr> <tr style="height: 20px;"> <td style="width: 50%; height: 20px;"> <ul> <li>On-ball defense</li> <li>Help side defense</li> <li>Ability to take charges</li> <li>Rebounder for his position</li> <li>Ability to overpower and score on smaller defenders</li> <li>Ability to drive past bigger defenders on the perimeter</li> <li>On court communication</li> <li>Motor</li> <li>Aggressiveness</li> <li>Winner</li> </ul> </td> <td style="width: 50%; height: 20px;"> <ul> <li>Ability to shoot the 3 consistently </li> <li>Offensive aggressiveness</li> <li>Ability to score consistently off the dribble</li> </ul> </td> </tr> <tr style="height: 20px;"> <td style="width: 50%; height: 20px;"><strong>Projected Level:</strong> Low Major/Juco/D2/Mid Major</td> <td style="width: 50%; height: 20px;"> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </li> </ul>