2026 5 Wings to Watch
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The 2026 watch list is here, and it is full of players who can make an impact in their debut varsity seasons. The wing class is filled with potential and will be one to watch throughout the years. Here are…
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Continue ReadingThe 2026 watch list is here, and it is full of players who can make an impact in their debut varsity seasons. The wing class is filled with potential and will be one to watch throughout the years. Here are the 2026 wings to watch this winter.
Julius Avent Julius Avent 6'6" | SF Bergen Catholic | 2026 State NJ , 6’6 SF Bergen Catholic
Avent has the potential to make an impact early for the Crusaders as he provides them with a long option on the perimeter. The 6’6 wing has a nice handle, which he uses to get to the rim and finish around the basket. Avent rises up nicely on his jumper and can knock down open shots from the perimeter. He is an underrated rebounder and has the length to defend multiple positions. Avent is a long wing prospect whose ability to impact the game in a variety of ways will help his stock in a big way in his debut varsity season.
Jebron Harris Jebron Harris 6'4" | SF College Achieve Charter | 2026 State NJ , 6’4 SF St. Thomas Aquinas
Harris will be one to watch in the GMC as he should get good minutes this season for the Trojans. The 6’4 wing attacks the basket with a purpose as he has a good handle and can finish through contact. Harris shoots the ball with confidence from the perimeter and has a nice touch on his jumper. He is a solid rebounder and moves well without the ball in his hands. Harris is a skilled wing prospect who should only get better as the 2022-23 season rolls on.
Ethan Mgbako Ethan Mgbako 6'5" | SF Roselle Catholic | 2026 State NJ , 6’5 SF Roselle Catholic
Mgbako is part of a loaded Lions’ frontcourt, but he still has the potential to make an impact this season. The 6’5 forward has a good shooting stroke and can get hot from distance in a hurry. Mgbako gets to the basket as he can beat his defender off the bounce and is unafraid of contact. He is tough to box out on both ends of the floor and is an underrated passer. Mgbako is a tough forward prospect whose ability to score the ball inside and out will help his chances to get early varsity minutes.
Saad Mitchell Saad Mitchell 6'2" | SG Hudson Catholic | 2026 State NJ , 6’2 SG Hudson Catholic
Mitchell has the potential to play either the 2 or the 3, which will help his development in a big way. The 6’2 wing has a nice handle, which he uses to beat his defender off the dribble and get to the basket. Mitchell is more than just a slasher as he shoots the ball with confidence from deep and can shoot either off the catch or bounce. He is a solid rebounder and uses his athleticism to make plays on the defensive end. Mitchell’s ability to play the 2 or the 3 is something that will help his game in a big way for Hudson Catholic this winter.
AJ Williams AJ Williams 6'7" | SF Bergen Catholic | 2026 State NJ , 6’7 SF Bergen Catholic
Williams is an intriguing prospect to watch in the 2026 class as he can impact the game in a number of ways. The lanky 6’7 wing knows how to get to the basket as he can finish strong above the rim and draw contact in the paint. Williams has a good shooting stroke and rises up nicely on his jumper. He has the length and athleticism to defend multiple positions on the floor and is an underrated passer. Williams’ combination of size, length, skill and athleticism makes him a prospect to track this winter for Bergen Catholic.