Forwards Worth Another Look: 2024 Class

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>There are a variety of 2024 athletes who do their part to impact winning without the ball. Although not filling up the stat sheet with jaw dropping numbers, these names all positively impact winning in a variety of ways.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">[player_tooltip player_id='1360574' first='Reid' last='Finch'] - Rock Canyon</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"align":"left","id":1430353,"width":275,"height":183,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignleft size-large is-resized"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2022/04/Reid-Finch.jpg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2022/04/Reid-Finch.jpg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-1430353" width="275" height="183" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Finch has proven himself as a sturdy, yet mobile defensive prospect with 17-1 Rock Canyon. Playing a vital part to their success in a variety of roles that do not show up on the stat sheet. Finch is dependable from help side defense, stunting drivers before they have a chance at the rim. He is also showing more looks as a switchable defender, doing his part to stay in front of quick perimeter scorers. Through his season Rock Canyon, the 6'6 forward has posted 5.6 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 1 assist per game while converting 49% of twos.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">[player_tooltip player_id='1318402' first='Owen' last='Alleman'] - Thomas Jefferson</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"align":"right","id":1584501,"width":152,"height":202,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignright size-large is-resized"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2022/09/IMG-1621-edited-scaled.jpg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2022/09/IMG-1621-edited-scaled.jpg?w=768" alt="" class="wp-image-1584501" width="152" height="202" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Although in a limited role with Thomas Jefferson, Alleman is worth the watch for his defensive potential. A roughly 6'9, the forward significantly impacts the rate of shot attempts inside paint. Proving to be fairly quick laterally alongside the notable wingspan, Alleman is already capable switching with opposing guards. There is an argument to be made that he has just as much upside as a perimter defender as on the interior. Through his season with 9-8 Thomas Jefferson, the forward has posted 3.5 points, 2.6 rebounds, and 1.5 blocks per game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">[player_tooltip player_id='1139988' first='Deshawn' last='Fox'] - Manual</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"align":"left","id":1425607,"width":158,"height":210,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignleft size-large is-resized"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2022/04/IMG_8459-rotated.jpg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2022/04/IMG_8459-rotated.jpg?w=480" alt="[player_tooltip player_id='1139988' first='Deshawn' last='Fox'] | The Traveling Hoopers" class="wp-image-1425607" width="158" height="210" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Fox is flying under the radar this season, although he is posting very intriguing numbers. Through his junior year, the 6'5 forward is posting 15.4 points, 6.8 rebounds, 1.9 assists, and 1.3 steals per game while contributing 56% of two point attempts. He is an excellent playmaker in transition, proving to be a creative athlete with space. Continuing to buy in as a cutter and develop his off-ball perimeter shooting will play major roles on Fox's upside at the next level. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">[player_tooltip player_id='1577936' first='Alex' last='Riddick'] - Grandview</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Reddick is another very unique 6'6 prospect who already excels as an interior defender. The junior forward is tasked with guarding any position on the floor, given the lateral quickness and bouncy vertical pop. Through his season with 10-7 Grandview, Reddick has posted 8.2 points, 5.3 rebounds, 1.8 assists, and 1.1 blocks per game. Reddick is especially exciting to watch as a help defender, his poise spiking shots out of play changes the energy level. His his usage as a passing hub will be an encouraging development throughout this and next season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">[player_tooltip player_id='1577421' first='Brandon' last='Domsch'] - Legacy </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"align":"right","id":1589362,"width":228,"height":152,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignright size-large is-resized"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2022/09/193-Brandon-Domsch.jpg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2022/09/193-Brandon-Domsch.jpg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-1589362" width="228" height="152" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Domnsch possesses very quick reaction speed on defense, allowing him to control passing lanes. At roughly 6'5, he matches up well with three positions on defense, while showing progress as a defender versus bigger frontcourt threats. Through the small forward's junior season, he has posted 11.4 points and 5.7 rebounds per game while converting 48% of two point attempts. Domsch is one of those wings who brings a little bit of everything to table on offense, capable filling in where you need him depending on the matchup. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->