2022 Rankings: Players To Watch Outside The Top 100

<p>The 2022 prospect class here in South Florida is <em>very</em> good. I have documented in the past that I believe it is the best class in terms of talent. With moving parts due to Covid-19, my case has become a bit more fluid. For example, 6-foot-7 power forward <strong>[player_tooltip player_id="814905" first="Malik" last="Reneau"]</strong> transferred from <strong>Mater Academy Charter</strong> to <strong>Montverde</strong>. Furthermore, <strong>Jett</strong> <strong>Howard</strong> moved from <strong>University School</strong> to <strong>IMG Academy</strong>.</p> <p>Those are two <em>big</em> losses if you enjoy watching basketball here in South Florida. However, the Thompson twins are still over at <strong>Pine Crest</strong>, <strong>[player_tooltip player_id="814895" first="Gregg" last="Glenn"]</strong> is at <strong>Calvary Christian</strong>, and <strong>[player_tooltip player_id="712107" first="Taylor" last="Hendricks"]</strong> has joined him.</p> <p>Moving off the top tier, this class still has an insane amount of talent. I would like to highlight some players outside the top 100 who I believe you should keep an eye on.</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="956773" first="Warner" last="Davis"]</strong> - <em>Miami Palmetto (PH 116)</em></p> <p>Davis should provide an instant boost for the Panthers after transferring over from <strong>Killian</strong>. Miami Palmetto went 14-11 last season before falling to <strong>Braddock</strong> in the district championship. Davis is a 6-foot combo guard with ability to score at all points on the floor. Last season at Killian, Davis averaged 14.7 points per game and knocked down 43 recorded 3-pointers. Moreover, Davis connected on three or more trifectas in eight games. Against<strong> Brito</strong>, Davis tied his season-high with 29 points on 10-of-12 from the field. The Panthers have a solid addition with Davis in the lineup.</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="955773" first="Derrick" last="Lovett"]</strong> - <em>Blanche Ely</em> <em>(PH 138)</em></p> <p>Lovett appears to be the main guy with the loss of <strong>[player_tooltip player_id="955774" first="Kolby" last="King"]</strong> to <strong>Pembroke Pines Charter</strong>. The 6-foot-5 Tiger can slide in as a small or power forward, depending on the match-up. Lovett averaged 10.5 points and 7.1 rebounds per game on 61% shooting from the field. In a win over <strong>Nova</strong>, Lovett scored a season-high 23 points and grabbed 15 rebounds on 11-of-13 from the field. Specifically, his efficiency and size makes him a reliable interior playmaker. </p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="956800" first="Jonathan" last="Levy"]</strong> - <em>Katz Yeshiva</em> <em>(PH 406)</em></p> <p>The graduation of 2020 <strong>Noah Mamann</strong> should open up some opportunities for other players on Katz Yeshiva to step-up. One of those individuals could be 6-foot-2 [player_tooltip player_id="956800" first="Jonathan" last="Levy"]. Last season, Levy averaged 11.5 points and 5.5 rebounds per game. Against <strong>Divine Savior Academy</strong>, Levy scored a season-high 23 points on 8-of-16 from the field. That effort was one of 11 double-figure outings for him on the season. I like his versatility as he can play guard or forward in certain match-ups.</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="956824" first="Henry" last="Peterson"]</strong> - <em>Suncoast</em> <em>(PH 386)</em></p> <p>Over in <strong>Riviera Beach</strong>, Peterson is worthy of a look on a team looking to replace 2020 <strong>Samuel Rolle. </strong>The 6-foot-5 small forward averaged 9.4 points and 2.2 rebounds as a sophomore. Against <strong>Atlantic</strong>, Peterson nearly tripled his season average with 27 points on 9-of-11 from the field. In that contest, Peterson displayed his ability to stretch the floor with six 3-pointers made. It could be a sign of things to come for Peterson who will have an increased role this season.</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="1065485" first="Octavius" last="Williams"] II (Octavious) - </strong><em>Forest Hill ( PH 284)</em></p> <p>Williams II is in a good spot to improve his game at Forest Hill. The Falcons went 28-3 before falling to <strong>Seminole</strong> in the Class 7A state semifinals. In addition, Forest Hill returns outstanding prospects in 2021 <strong>[player_tooltip player_id="818698" first="Donovan" last="Draper"]</strong> and <strong>Jalen</strong> <strong>Jeter </strong>to work against in practice. Beyond that, the Falcons do lose three key seniors that averaged over 10.0 points per game. This could give room for a player like Williams II to step-up into a greater role. Williams is a 6-foot-3 combo guard with good athleticism. At a minimum, Williams did get some burn last season and should have an idea of what it takes to be a productive player at this level.</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="955810" first="Rafael" last="Miranda"]</strong> - <em>Miami Beach (PH 256)</em></p> <p>Miranda gets on this list because I love his size as a combo guard. When you are 6-foot-3 you are guying to have an edge over a lot of players you face. Against <strong>North Miami Beach</strong>, Miranda scored 14 points on 7-for-10 shooting from the field. I am willing to roll the dice that his shooting touch is accurate based off his length. Miranda will look to improve on the Tides 9-14 record last season.</p> <p><em><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="955811" first="Jordan" last="Urbaez"]</strong></em> - <em>Hialeah Gardens</em> <em>(PH 179)</em></p> <p>Urbaez is another kid you must pencil in due to his size at his position. The 6-foot-6 power forward averaged 8.6 points across 15 games last season for the Gladiators. With his length already cemented, Urbaez has room to get stronger and be more of a factor around the low block. Who knows, he might still be growing. Urbaez had a pair of 17-point outings against <strong>Dr. Krop</strong> and <strong>iMater</strong> <strong>Charter</strong>. The flashes of potential are certainty there.</p> <p><strong><em>For any South Florida Prep Hoops news or information...please contact Michael Costeines @Steins_23 on Instagram or Follow him on Twitter @Mungertown_Mike23.</em></strong></p>