Top new wings from 2024 rankings update
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Our 2024 rankings update saw 20 new players debut for the first time. In this article we’re going to take a look at five wings who cracked our list for the first time! Reece Raymond-Smith OH #49 SF #10 HEIGHT…
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Continue ReadingOur 2024 rankings update saw 20 new players debut for the first time. In this article we’re going to take a look at five wings who cracked our list for the first time!
A versatile wing, Raymond-Smith was one of the key reasons why Stow was one of the top teams in northeast Ohio this season. I liked the way he moved his feet defensively with his size and body, suggesting he will be a productive defender at the college level. Nothing flashy about his game, Raymond-Smith makes simple attacks to the basket by attacking closeouts and going straight towards the rim. Looking to finish off two feet in the paint, that’s an ability that will translate to the college level. When I continue to watch Raymond-Smith play I’ll be monitoring how well he shoots it from the outside as I have a small sample of his 3-point shooting right now but he’s already proven he’s capable of making an open shot from long distance. A potential scholarship level prospect, check out Raymond-Smith with TNBA ‘ last=”]’ last=”]-Ohio this spring and summer.
Parish impressed at the Midwest Basketball Club Showcase where I got the chance to see why Parish was such a productive small town high school player. A strong wing, Parish is a big time athlete with numerous impressive dunks on his highlight tape. A capable shooter from the outside and a guy who gives good effort defensively, I expect Parish to be a priority for some small college programs based on his physical traits and production.
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Mahaffey came on strong at the end of the season for Moeller, playing above 20 minutes in four of his last five contests after not surpassing that mark any previous time during his junior season. A good athlete at the wing position, Mahaffey has the physical tools to be an impact defender at the next level. An efficient shooter, Mahaffey shot over 50% from the floor as a Junior. During the grassroots season I saw Mahaffey shooting a little more from the outside which made me curious just how well he can space the floor, a potential swing skill for the wing just starting to scratch the surface of his potential.
Lowman is a football first prospect, but he impressed with Midwest Basketball Club Quinn at the Midwest showcase. Lowman is physical, makes shots from the outside and is tough around the basket. A key piece for Delaware Hayes as they project to be one of the top teams in central Ohio next season, Lowman’s future likely lies on the gridiron but that shouldn’t diminish his basketball talents. Lowman threw for 2,500 passing yards and 22 touchdowns as a Junior for the Pacers.
An intriguing wing, I caught Jones for the first time during the playoffs as North Ridgeville won a sectional title beating Cleveland Rhodes in an intense battle. Jones has good length at 6’5 and made some plays off the bounce. His wingspan suggests there could be some defensive upside as you’ll see him get blocks or steals often. I was also impressed with the passing ability of Jones off the bounce. Check Jones out with Outwork Basketball this spring and summer, a potential late bloomer for a small college program to develop.