2024 Rankings Update: Stock Risers (Part: 2)

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1578032' first='Kyle' last='Blauch'] - Boulder</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1578032' first='Kyle' last='Blauch'] has been having a very impressive junior campaign averaging a double-double. Kyle has grown a few inches while maintaining a big frame allowing him to body players down low. Using his frame and good footwork he is one of the best rebounders in the state. Kyle is especially good at attacking the offensive glass to create second-chance opportunities. He uses his quick feet and broad frame to get to his spots in the post, then uses soft touch on hooks or layups to score. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1578233' first='Walker' last='Asp'] - Palmer</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1578233' first='Walker' last='Asp'] is a lengthy wing who has looked more confident on the court this season. Walker stands at 6'4 and moves very well for his size allowing him to play from the wing. He has a nice shooting stroke and can step out to hit threes at a respectable rate. Walker has shown flashes of his athletic upside throwing down dunks on top of defenders. He is a player who has all the tools to be a very good player, and is someone I could see having a big breakout season soon!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1389081' first='Charlie' last='Pugh'] - Cherry Creek</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1389081' first='Charlie' last='Pugh'] is a big shooting guard who flashes of being a very good scorer. Charlie has the ability to quickly navigate off-ball screens and then hit a movement three-point shot in a hurry. He can hit shots off the catch and has shown the ability to create off the dribble getting to a mid-range jumper or stepback three. He has done a good job of running the floor making him a good target on fastbreaks. Charlie has the size and scoring savvy that makes him an intriguing prospect, he is another potential breakout player.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1463546' first='Eric' last='Graham'] - Falcon</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1463546' first='Eric' last='Graham'] has been having a stock-boosting junior season, showing off his elite athleticism and improved scoring. Eric is a very good athlete who can make highlight plays above the rim. He has improved his handle allowing him to get to the rim much easier where he is a good finisher. On the defensive end, he uses his athleticism to be a lockdown guard and wing defender. He is good at keeping his defender in front of him and uses his long arms to block shots and make good contests. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1463536' first='James' last='Weir'] - Palmer Ridge</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1463536' first='James' last='Weir'] is a hard-nosed guard who does a bit of everything for his squad. Despite standing only at 5'8 he is leading his team in rebounding, as he is a high IQ player. James is a quick guard who has snappy handles that allow him to get past defenders. He has a smooth mid-range jumper that he can stop on a dime to get to. He is a true point guard who puts the team first, equally looking for his own shot and setting up teammates with assists. James is a scrappy guard who has earned his rise in stock.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->