Top Unsigned Power Forwards: 2023 Class

<!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">[player_tooltip player_id='1167509' first='Nick' last='Randall'] - Fossil Ridge</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"align":"right","id":1612520,"width":156,"height":208,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignright size-large is-resized"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2022/10/8C9930A5-3BF9-46B5-90FD-DD2573313D5A-scaled.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2022/10/8C9930A5-3BF9-46B5-90FD-DD2573313D5A-scaled.jpeg?w=768" alt="" class="wp-image-1612520" width="156" height="208" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Randall is a frequent cover on here, for good reason. The 6'7 forward is the most efficient and creative post scorer in the state, possessing excellent touch in a myriad of fundamental shot attempts near the basket. Ryan Garland recently broke down the state's third overall power forward earlier last month, '<a href="https://prephoops.com/2023/01/senior-standout-leaders-part-1/">Senior Standout Leaders (Part: 1)</a>.' Randall has garnered multiple division II offers from CSU Pueblo and the UC Colorado Springs. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">[player_tooltip player_id='1284559' first='Caden' last='Stevens'] - Mountain Vista</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"align":"left","id":1589378,"width":181,"height":164,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignleft size-large is-resized"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2022/09/214-Caden-Stevens-e1663538418897.jpg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2022/09/214-Caden-Stevens-e1663538418897.jpg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-1589378" width="181" height="164" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Next up on the state rankings is [player_tooltip player_id='1284559' first='Caden' last='Stevens'], a defensive stopper who has offensive upside as a versatile combo forward. Standing no less than 6'8, the power forward is shot blocking machine who is dominant defending four positions. For more coverage on the big, look no futher than here, '<a href="https://prephoops.com/2023/01/senior-standout-leaders-part-1/">Senior Standout Leaders (Part: 1)</a>.' Stevens currently holds an offer from Metropolitan State University. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">[player_tooltip player_id='1578232' first='Uk' last='Onyenwere'] - Grandview</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"align":"right","id":1510711,"width":124,"height":172,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignright size-large is-resized"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2022/07/IMG-0535-e1657762547339.jpg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2022/07/IMG-0535-e1657762547339.jpg?w=737" alt="" class="wp-image-1510711" width="124" height="172" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Onyenwere is an incredibly underrated passer at his size and physicality. The 6'6 forward is bully downhill, typically getting to the basket through straight line drives. What stands out with the forward is his willingness and notable accuracy making skip passes from one end of the halfcourt to the other. Although steadily improving as a driver from the perimter, Onyenwere is already ambidextrous as a post playmaker. Through his season with Grandview, Onyenwere has put up 12.4 points, 7.3 rebounds, 4.1 assists, and 1.8 steals per game while contributing 58% of two point attempts. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">[player_tooltip player_id='972417' first='Grant' last='Featherston'] - Air Academy</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"align":"left","id":1245493,"width":257,"height":171,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignleft size-large is-resized"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2021/07/Grant-Featherston7.jpg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2021/07/Grant-Featherston7.jpg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-1245493" width="257" height="171" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Featherston has been a valuable frontcourt hub whose physicality ties together this team's total success this season. At roughly 6'6, Featherston is valuable as a screen setter for weakside cutters or shotmakers. He certainly does not slack off the in the weight room, proving capable battling in the post with taller opponents. Through his senior season, Featherston has put up 10 points, 5.6 rebounds, and 2.6 assists per game while contributing 46% of field goal attempts. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">[player_tooltip player_id='1325651' first='Tristan' last='Jackson'] - Salida</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>An especially efficient finisher around the rim, [player_tooltip player_id='1325651' first='Tristan' last='Jackson'] is looking to turn heads as Salida currently ranks 2nd among 3A programs. At roughly 6'6, Jackson is one of the state's leading rebounders, firmly sitting inside the top-15 among all athletes. Through his season for 15-1 Salida, Jackson has put up 17.1 points, 11.6 rebounds, and 2 blocks per game while converting 54% of field goal attempts. Jackson is showing greater willingness as a downhill driver with the right hand, allowing him to capitalize on his explosiveness. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">[player_tooltip player_id='1420183' first='James-Kyren' last='Allen'] - Eagle Ridge Academy</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Allen has a versatile offensive skillset, impacting the game in a myriad of ways. Standing no less than 6'6, Allen is capable playmaking off the dribble, utilizing his advanced pivots to buy time and space for passing lanes. Operating primarily as a secondary playmaker, the forward is adept attacking the closeout. Through his season with Eagle Ridge Academy, Allen has posted 11.5 points, 6.9 rebounds, 4.5 assists, and 1.2 blocks per game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->