Class of 2022: Top Forwards/Posts
Prep Hoops Missouri takes a look at the top Class of 2022 forwards in the updated rankings. One thing to note with the forwards is that standout Taj Manning has transferred from Grandview to Bishop Miege in Kansas. Tarris Reed…
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Continue ReadingPrep Hoops Missouri takes a look at the top Class of 2022 forwards in the updated rankings. One thing to note with the forwards is that standout Taj Manning has transferred from Grandview to Bishop Miege in Kansas.
Tarris Reed Jr Tarris Reed Jr 6'10" | PF Link Academy | 2022 State #43 Nation MO . 6’8″ Chaminade: A skilled power forward who has the potent combination of power and finesse to his game. He is a tough, physical player in the post as a scorer and shot blocker and he combines that with the ability to knock down perimeter jumpers and take defenders off the dribble. He has received a number of high major offers already.
Jevon Porter Jevon Porter 6'11" | SF Tolton Catholic | 2022 State #110 Nation MO 6’9″ Father Tolton: A very talented Stretch 4 who just gave a verbal commitment to Pepperdine on Monday. He has a strong perimeter game with his 3-point shooting prowess and ability to handle the ball. He can also score in the post and rebound and block shots.
Luke Northweather Luke Northweather 6'9" | PF Blair Oaks | 2022 State MO 6’9″ Blair Oaks: A skilled forward who is one of the top low-post threats in the state, regardless of class. He has excellent footwork and a number of moves to go along with an excellent shooting touch. He can also make plays on the perimeter with his passing ability. He will also hit open perimeter shots.
Omarion Henry 6’7″ Normandy: An explosive combo forward who has reclassified into the 2022 class. He is comfortable taking the ball off the glass and going coast to coast to make a play in the open court. He is also a strong rebounder and a solid mid-range shooter. He already has a Division I offer from Louisiana-Monroe. His upside is big.
Robert Lewis Robert Lewis 6'8" | PF Cardinal Ritter | 2022 State MO 6’8″ Cardinal Ritter: A very talented prospect who hasn’t played a game of varsity basketball yet, but his size and skill set make him one to watch. He is a nice ball handler who operates on the baseline well. He has a very effective mid-range jumper and he is difficult to keep off the offensive boards.
Ike Ezeogu Ike Ezeogu 6'5" | PF Blue Springs | 2022 State MO 6’6″ Blue Springs: A solid power forward who rebounds, rebounds and rebounds some more. He is very active on both ends in that regard. He can be tough for opposing forwards to handle with his strength to score inside and his ability to score off the dribble from the high post.
Nick Wasilewski Nick Wasilewski 6'6" | PF Jackson | 2022 State MO 6’6″ Jackson: An athletic combo forward who did a nice job playing up at the 17U level with the SI Select during July. He is very bouncy around the basket with his ability to rebound, dunk and block shots. He is a skilled passer who also runs the court in the transition game. The latest in a long line of talented forwards from Jackson.
Kortez Stevenson Kortez Stevenson 6'7" | PF Center | 2022 State MO 6’6″ Center: A physical 250-pounder who is an excellent football prospect as a tight end, but he is also strong on the basketball court with his Zach Randolph type game. He moves people around the post with his strength and he has good footwork and a nice touch inside. He will also step out and knock down a jumper and beat his man off the dribble.
Aaron Ledgerwood 6’8″ Glendale: An old-school post player who operates well with his back to the basket. He is really effective at sealing his defender and establishing a nice base in the low post. He catches the ball well and is a strong finisher. He is also a good passer out of the post.