2025 Rankings Update: Frontcourt Names Worth Another Look

These names bring notable physicality in conjunction with constant motors on the glass, proving to be productive frontcourt athletes with additional room for growth.   The Power Forwards    [player_tooltip player_id='1176299' first='Daniel' last='Lovato']   12.2 PPG   7.4 RPG   59% 2P   An active screener for La Cueva, the forward looks to attack the rim quickly, diving into the paint. Another large portion of his possessions take place in the post, fighting for position down low. Capable of getting to mid-range jumpers either from a standstill or out of the post, he is a malleable shotmaker inside the arc. Defensively, he holds his own down low versus most frontcourt opponents in the state. While not the strongest down low, he stays active on the defensive end, quick to poke away the ball.    [player_tooltip player_id='2163543' first='Jeffrey' last='Stuteville']   8.1 → 14.2 PPG   8 → 10.1 RPG   1.3 → 2.5 SPG   57 → 60% 2P   Stuteville looks to attack the rim in past contests, stronger and bigger than the vast majority of frontcourt opponents at the 1A level. Leading Magdalena to a 30-2 record and the 1A championship game, the forward has continued to be an effective producer. Excellent getting to fakes or turnaround moves in the post, he has smooth footwork to finish past likesize opponents. Most efficient with high hand finishes with either the right or left hand, Stuteville was a pest at this level.    [player_tooltip player_id='2293834' first='Christian' last='Herrera']   Herrera is a mobile forward, often diving to rim following a abll screen. Capable of slipping the screen for opportunities around the rim, the forward has great feel for the halfcourt pace of play. Although undersized in the frontcourt, they have worked to be a physical impact player, digging in low to hold his position. His continued growth spacing the floor will be essential to maintain Santa Fe's success, following a 23-8 record.   The Bigs    [player_tooltip player_id='1276352' first='Mason' last='Howell']   2.4 PPG   6 RPG   2.9 BPG   Howell is one the most intriguing frontcourt prospects in the state, a dependable defensive rebounder. Embracing the fundamentals, he constantly searches for box outs, often in prime position for a board. His quick jump lets him get up for position around the rim, a constant pest on the glass. Still a dependable rim protector, he has great hand eye coordination while contesting opposing drivers.  Most active scoring from putbacks or a roll to the rim, Howell already brings plenty of value in a complementary role.    [player_tooltip player_id='1524943' first='Parker' last='Henderson']   5.7 PPG   6.6 RPG   1.9 BPG   A fluid play finisher around the rim, possessing soft touch with either hand on layups. His continued growth in strength will be essential to reaching his upside as a high volume rebounder. One of the highest upside bigs in this class, Henderson's progression throughout this summer will be fascinating to follow.   [player_tooltip player_id='1695664' first='Dakarai' last='Mornike']   4.3 PPG   5.1 RPG   Mornike is active on the glass, constantly seeking box outs to retain position round the paint. Particularly mobile while off-ball, they are an efficient slasher around the rim, maneuvering into position once an opening presents itself.

These names bring notable physicality in conjunction with constant motors on the glass, proving to be productive frontcourt athletes with additional room for growth.