Best Available: Forwards/Bigs, Part II

<p>There's a ton of talent still on the board and available in the 2021 class. Here's a look Part II of the Best Available Forwards/Bigs in the class.</p> <h5>[player_tooltip player_id="838061" first="Nygie" last="Stroman"] | 6’7 Forward/Center | Richmond Senior</h5> <p>Stroman is a forward prospect that's still available at Richmond Senior High as the NCHSAA Playoffs are approaching. He's shown he's capable of playing inside and out when he's on the floor on both ends. He's produced reasonable numbers on the interior and rim protector. He's posted 11.0 ppg, 8.0 rpg, 2.6 bpg and 1.6 apg on the season, showing off his length and ability to be a presence on the glass and in the defensive paint. He's a top available prospect with an offer from North Carolina A&amp;T.</p> <h5>[player_tooltip player_id="1028028" first="Peyton" last="Gerald"] | 6’8 Forward | Ardrey Kell</h5> <p>Gerald  is another long, versatile post prospect that's still on the board. He's had a productive season in the Ardrey Kell frontcourt, showing off what he can do. He's produced 13.7 ppg, 6.5 rpg, 2.0 bpg and 1.3 spg in the frontcourt this season, showing he's more than capable to produce in more ways than way utilizing his size. His recruitment has picked up a bit with offers from Fort Valley State, Belmont Abbey and Emory &amp; Henry. </p> <h5>[player_tooltip player_id="838040" first="Tavis" last="Bridges"] | 6’8 Center | Winston-Salem Christian</h5> <p>Bridges has emerged as a solid two-way prospect in the Winston-Salem Christian National rotation. He's got the ability to a presence as a rim protector and scoring option off the bench. He's been a consistent presence in the rotation while showing off his ability to finish with authority around the rim and defend other post players. Lincoln IPA) and Chowan have offered him.</p> <h5>[player_tooltip player_id="932050" first="Jayvon" last="Mercer"] | 6’6 Forward | East Wake</h5> <p>Mercer is an underrated forward prospect at East Wake High School that's had a strong career. He finished with 17.8 ppg, 7.8 rpg and 1.1 apg in his senior campaign as his squad finished 11-2 on the season. He's a strong presence in the paint that finishes around the rim and battles on the boards. He's an inside presence that's worth a look by colleges in need of interior help.</p> <h5>[player_tooltip player_id="838058" first="Robert" last="Wright"] | 6’8 Power Forward | Trinity Christian School</h5> <p>Wright is an emerging presence in the paint at Trinity Christian that's making strides in the paint as a defender and scorer. He's got a strong frame that he utilizes well on both ends and when given opportunities, he makes things happen with the ball in his hands. He'll be a late-blooming prospect to keep an eye on.</p> <h5>[player_tooltip player_id="770286" first="Akhiris" last="Holden"] | 6’5 Forward/Wing | Henderson Collegiate</h5> <p>Holden has had a breakout senior season in the Henderson Collegiate rotation. He leads the squad in scoring (21.2 ppg) along with 8.9 rpg, 2.5 spg, 2.3 bpg and 2.0 apg as they look to return to the 1A State Title game. He's relentless with the ball in his hands, getting to the rim where he can finish with authority and finish through contact. He's another late-bloomer worth getting eyes on.</p>