<p>The 2023 class is loaded with potential as it has multiple prospects ranked nationally by several recruiting sites. The big man group is ready for a strong 2021-22 season as they look to establish themselves as names to remember in the Garden State. Here are the top 2023 post prospects set for a big 2021-22 season.</p>
<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="992524" first="Aaron" last="Bradshaw"], 7’0 PF Camden</strong></p>
<p>Bradshaw’s stock has been rising since the summer and it should only go higher throughout the course of the season. The lanky, 7-footer has a good face-up game as he can get to the basket from the perimeter and can knock down jumpers from behind the arc. Bradshaw has a nice touch around the basket and runs the floor hard. He fights for rebounds on both ends of the floor and is one of the top shot-blockers in the class. Bradshaw is one of the top prospects in the class and is primed for a huge season.</p>
<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="1013085" first="Noah" last="Barnett"], 6’8 PF Don Bosco Prep</strong></p>
<p>Barnett is set to carry the load down low for the Ironmen and is set for a big season. The 6’8 forward runs the floor hard and knows how to finish around the basket. Barnett has an underrated face-up game as he can put the ball on the floor and has a nice release on his jumper. He skies for rebounds on both ends of the floor and uses his length to altar shots on the defensive end. Barnett is set for a breakout season for Don Bosco Prep as he gets more touches down low.</p>
<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="1269659" first="Babacar" last="Mbengue"], 7’0 C Olympus Prep</strong></p>
<p>Mbengue has had a big last couple of months and it should carry into the season. The 7-footer knows how to get position down low and has a nice touch around the basket. Mbengue runs the floor hard, setting himself up for easy dunks in transition. He is a big-time shot-blocker around the basket and uses his physicality well on both ends of the floor. Mbengue’s stock is rising quickly and it will only go up as the season progresses.</p>
<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="1013065" first="Ian" last="Imegwu"], 6’8 PF Blair Academy</strong></p>
<p>Imegwu may come off the bench for Blair Academy to start the season, but he will be a key member of the squad. The 6’8 lefty is comfortable playing on the perimeter as his range extends past the three-point line and can put the ball on the floor to get to the basket. Imegwu has a nice touch around the basket and can draw contact close to the rim. He works hard on the glass on both ends of the floor and is a good post defender. Imegwu’s ability to stretch the floor is something that will help his game in a big way this year.</p>
<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="609754" first="Darrius" last="Phillips"], 6’7 PF Seton Hall Prep</strong></p>
<p>Phillips had a solid sophomore season and should have an even bigger junior campaign. The 6’7 forward has a strong frame which he uses to finish through contact around the basket. Phillips can also play on the perimeter as he has a solid handle and can knock down open jumpers from behind the arc. He is a strong rebounder and is an underrated passer. Phillips is a skilled power forward prospect who is ready to have a big 2021-22 season for the Pirates.</p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Other Prospects to Know:</strong></span></p>
<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="1013074" first="Chris" last="Santner"], 6’10 PF St. Thomas Aquinas</strong></p>
<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="1150270" first="Tyler" last="Koenig"], 6’9 PF DePaul</strong></p>
<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="1013095" first="Jayden" last="Holmes-Cotter"], 6’6 PF Freehold Township</strong></p>
<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="902742" first="Delroy" last="Smith"], 6’7 PF Elizabeth</strong></p>
<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="1013083" first="Ethan" last="Gross"], 6’7 PF Hun</strong></p>
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