Impact In-State Transfers: Post Prospects

<p>Transfers have always been a thing across the state.  This year seems like it has gone to another level.  PHI takes a look at the impactful transfers that have been announced to date.  Here we dive into the <strong>Impact</strong> <strong>In-State Transfers: Post Prospects</strong>!</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="652731" first="Ola" last="Ajiboye"] (Evanston – 2021)</strong></p> <p>Ajiboye is a top 20 prospect in the 2021 class who brings elite athleticism and shot blocking on the defensive end.  Touch inside and can stretch the floor some.  Made the move from Von Steuben.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="765173" first="Walter" last="Mattingly"] (Lake Forest – 2021)</strong></p> <p>Mattingly has already given an early commitment to D2 Hillsdale.  The skilled face up four is headed to Lake Forest after spending his first three years at Deerfield.  He will team up with top 5 sophomore [player_tooltip player_id="989263" first="Asa" last="Thomas"] to brings some major fire power to Lake Forest.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="920986" first="Sincere" last="Malone"] (Lincoln Park – 2021)</strong></p> <p>Malone made noise this summer with Team RWA with his size and versatility up front.  He will make the move from Corliss to Lincoln Park for his senior campaign.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="921033" first="David" last="Granger"] (East St. Louis – 2021)</strong></p> <p>Granger showed flashes last year at Collinsville and seems primed to be a breakout candidate as a senior.  He will play that season at East St. Louis.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="920973" first="Khailieo" last="Terry"] (Champaign Centennial – 2021)</strong></p> <p>Terry is a tough and bouncy undersized four.  He outworks his opponents mauling on the glass.  The post will be making the move across town from Champaign Central to Champaign Centennial.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="771516" first="AJ" last="Casey"] (Whitney Young – 2022)</strong></p> <p>This was probably the most high profile transfer in-state this summer.  The clear top 2022 prospect in the state will be on the move from Tinley Park to Whitney Young.  Brings the Dolphins the elite post presence they need to be a state and national contender.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="925201" first="Sean" last="Paige"] (Proviso East – 2022)</strong></p> <p>Paige is a physical force inside with his strength and rebounding.  Broke out last year at Willowbrook and is looking to continue that progression at Proviso East.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="863604" first="Mikell" last="Jones"] &amp; Mikwon Jones (Michelle Clark – 2022)</strong></p> <p>These two undersized fours are super strong and high-motored players that head coach Terry Head will be able to utilize for his up and coming squad!</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="939077" first="Javonte" last="Taylor"] (Kenwood – 2023)</strong></p> <p>Taylor is the top ranked 2023 prospect in the state.  He has garnered five star status nationally and is primed to breakout in Chicago this year as one of the elite players with his new age forward game scoring from all three levels.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="939069" first="Davius" last="Loury"] (Kenwood – 2023)</strong></p> <p>Loury brings toughness inside rebounding and the Simeon transfer has improved his perimeter game.  Look for him to combine with Taylor as one of the best inside duos in the state.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="1056104" first="Chikasi" last="Ofoma"] (Joliet West – 2023)</strong></p> <p>Ofoma emerged on our radar this fall with his physicality, athleticism, and relentless motor.  Going to bring even more pop to a loaded Joliet West squad.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="1048324" first="Daniel" last="Johnson"] (Whitney Young – 2023)</strong></p> <p>Johnson is a wiry strong four man that is making the transition from Fenwick to Whitney Young for his sophomore season.  Could see spot minutes as a backup.</p>