Nevada Player Rankings: C/O 2022 Stockrisers Vol 1

Bruce Williams

March 7, 2022 @ 07:56 PM

The updated Prephoops Player Rankings have been released! These are our most extensive rankings to date with over 125 prospects ranked. The high school season provided us with an opportunity to go deep and evaluate prospects of all levels. Several players used the season as an opportunity to raise their profile. In this article we breakdown some of the stock risers in the class. [player_tooltip player_id="859642" first="Ryan" last="Abelman"] 6’3 SG Bishop Gorman 7↑5 - I learned a lot about Ableman during the high school season. Known mostly for his shooting ability, the Gorman guard displayed the ability to create a shot for himself. Abelman used ball fakes and hesitations to free himself up for shots behind the line as well as mid-range jumpers, making him an even more difficult cover. The sharpshooting stockriser has signed to play at Northern Arizona. [player_tooltip player_id="985614" first="Isaiah" last="Dahl"] 6’3 SG Elko 29↑12 - Dahl was one of the highest stockrisers in the class. It’s easy to fall in love with his shooting ability, however, it was his frame and defense that is responsible for his rise. The guard took over the cox Pavillion leading the Indians on a dominating championship run. Dahl defended the opposing team’s best offensive player while changing the scoreboard with his three-point shooting. Physically Dahl looks like a college guard with a muscular upper body frame and quick feet, his length and agility allow him to defend both backcourt spots effectively. [player_tooltip player_id="1265401" first="Bryant" last="Largarady"] 6’8 SF Canyon Springs 49↑16 - Largarady is one of the most unique prospects in the class. At 6’8 he has terrific playmaking ability, the wing has the ability to use his passing skills to create for teammates. The lefty is comfortable away from the basket, and is a threat to drive at anytime, it’s his ability to pass off the bounce that has scouts intrigued about the rangy wing. Defensively he has the length and mobility to defend all frontcourt positions. [player_tooltip player_id="928924" first="John" last="Derrick"] 6’7 PF Foothill 59↑17 - Derrick earned his way up the rankings. A high academic prospect the athletic forward impacts games with his ability to finish in transition and rebound the basketball. Derrick has good mobility allowing him to hedge and switch ball screens effectively. [player_tooltip player_id="1277287" first="Tayan" last="Thompson"] 6’4 SF Cimarron 28↑18 - It took Thompson a minute to get his legs under him, but once he did, he was an offensive force. The wing is a versatile scorer that can get buckets with his back to the basket and out on the wing. Thompson’s ability to carry his team also led to his rise, as he helped an injury-depleted Spartans squad reach the 4A Semifinals. [player_tooltip player_id="1123633" first="David" last="Estes"] 6’7 PF Basic 68↑26 (featured image) - Estes went from a guy who had never played a Varsity game to a bonafide college prospect. The forward is a good athlete and he used his R&J ability to offensive rebound, run the floor and finish above the rim. Estes has an ever-improving skill set, which allowed him to grab rebounds and lead the break. The stockriser will be continuing his career at CSN. [player_tooltip player_id="1385368" first="Amaris" last="Quenum-Stewart"] 6’4 PF Mojave 110↑29 - I’m not sure what to say about AQS. I saw him in the preseason, and early in the regular season, and wasn’t particularly blown away by him. As the season reached its climax however Steward hit his stride. The forward showed off some tremendous athletic ability, and a soft touch around the rim. Behind his offensive play, and his defensive rebounding, Mojave was able to take home the 4A crown. [player_tooltip player_id="1137209" first="Desean" last="Moreno"] 6’4 SF Spring Valley 32↑30 - Moreno is a pogo stick athlete that uses his energy and effort to impact games. He never needs a play run for him, but is capable of putting up 20 a night on transition buckets alone. His defensive versatility also makes him an intriguing prospect as he has the ability to defend both perimeter and interior players. [player_tooltip player_id="859665" first="Jaylen" last="Pollard"] 6’6 PF Canyon Springs 48↑38 - Pollard’s physical characteristics are intriguing. He has huge hands and a wide catch radius. Pollard can do damage in transition with his ability to finish above the rim. A high caliber glue guy, Pollard was a key catalyst for Canyons Springs’s 18 win season. <a href="https://twitter.com/7outzbballclub1">On Twitter</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bruceprephoops/">On IG</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/PrepHoopsNV">Like Us On FB</a>