2022 Rankings Update: Stock Risers Part 1
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The 2022 rankings update has arrived with over 320 prospects making up the list. With every update, players rise up the rankings and this one is no different with multiple players taking huge jumps. Here are the top stock-risers from…
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Continue ReadingThe 2022 rankings update has arrived with over 320 prospects making up the list. With every update, players rise up the rankings and this one is no different with multiple players taking huge jumps. Here are the top stock-risers from the 2022 rankings update.
Billy Anderson Billy Anderson 6'7" | PF Colonia | 2022 State NJ , 6’7 PF Colonia
No player rose more than Anderson in the latest update as he jumped up 65 spots. The 6’7 forward has a strong frame, which he uses to get position down low and finish through contact. Anderson has a nice touch around the basket and is capable of putting the ball on the floor and getting to the rim. He fights for rebounds on both ends of the floor and is a solid interior defender. Anderson is a versatile forward prospect who has had a big season for Colonia in 2021-22.
Aidan Anderson Aidan Anderson 6'2" | SG Lenape | 2022 State NJ , 6’3 SG Lenape
Anderson had a big move up in the rankings as he went up 58 spots. The 6’3 lefty attacks the basket hard as he is a good finisher around the rim and can makes shots through contact. Anderson moves exceptionally well off the ball and has a smooth release on his jumper. He is capable of defending multiple positions and rarely makes poor decisions with the ball in his hands. Anderson is a tough guard prospect who made winning plays for Lenape all season.
Starrell Hearns Starrell Hearns 6'2" | SG Patrick School National | 2022 State NJ , 6’2 CG Patrick School National
Hearns has made the most of his 2021-22 season as he rose 54 spots in the update. The 6’2 guard is a big-time athlete as he can sky above the rim for two-hand finishes and is tough to contain in the open floor. Hearns uses his quickness and handle to get into the lane, where he is capable of scoring in the mid-range. He has the athleticism to defend multiple positions and is an underrated passer. Hearns is an athletic guard prospect who was creating highlights in almost every game for Patrick School National.
Scott Gyimesi Scott Gyimesi 6'6" | SF Rumson Fair-Haven | 2022 State NJ , 6’6 SF/PF Rumson Fair-Haven
Gyimesi has shot up the rankings as he moved up 46 spots in the update. The future Tufts forward has a good touch around the basket and can finish through contact. Gyimesi is a good passer and ball-handler, making him a great option to beat the press. He is tough to box out on both ends of the floor and uses his length to alter shots on the defensive end. Gyimesi is a versatile forward prospect who consistently performed at a high level for Rumson Fair-Haven.
Noah Pit Noah Pit 6'7" | SF Mendham | 2023 NLG , 6’7 SF Mendham
Pit has been playing at a high level all season, which saw him jump 42 spots in the rankings update. the 6’7 forward has a smooth shooting stroke and uses his size to rise up over defenders. Pit is more than just a shooter as he can also beat his man off the bounce and finish strong around the basket. He skies for rebounds on both ends of the floor and is an underrated passer. Pit is a skilled forward prospect who is capable of scoring the ball in a variety of ways.
Other Prospects to Know:
Ja’Son Prevard Ja’Son Prevard 6'2" | CG St. Joseph Academy | 2022 State NJ , 6’2 CG St. Joseph Academy
EJ Matthews-Spratley EJ Matthews-Spratley 6'2" | SG Cherry Hill East | 2022 State NJ , 6’3 SG Cherry Hill East
DJ Smith DJ Smith 6'2" | SG Olympus Prep | 2022 State NJ , 6’2 CG Olympus Prep
Tristin Harcourt Tristin Harcourt 6'6" | PF University | 2022 State NJ , 6’6 PF University
Elijah Lewis Elijah Lewis 6'3" | CG Watchung Hills | 2022 State NJ , 6’3 CG Watchung Hills