2026 Rankings: 5 New Forwards in Top 100

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>There are some really intriguing players in this group of forwards, from lanky athletes to hard-working grinders who contribute in a lot of categories. Take a look at some of the new names at the forward spot cracking the top 100 in the 2026 class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2380113"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"A big sleeper in the 2026 class from Lindbergh. Has the length and bounce that separates him from most players in his class. He can score inside with his quickness to get around guys or use his strength when he gets the angle to attack. Has shown some promise with the jumper though more consistency would help round out his game. And really lets his athleticism shine on the defensive end where he can rack up the blocked shots. He'll be one to keep an eye who showed high-level potential throughout last season.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_1_player":["2380116"],"_player_evaluations_1_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_1_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_1_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_1_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_1_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_1_evaluation":"A really long, athletic wing/forward who could really start to see his game come together next season. Was able to make big plays at the rim on both ends this season and showed some potential to extend his range and lock in from 3-point or take a couple long dribbles to get to the rim. He's a lengthy kid that has huge upside and could go as far as the work he puts in dictates. Definitely a kid to watch in this 2026 class.","_player_evaluations_1_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_2_player":["2021636"],"_player_evaluations_2_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_2_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_2_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_2_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_2_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_2_evaluation":"Came into this season looking a lot better physically - stronger, quicker - and started to show some elevated potential on both ends of the floor. Had moments of really impressive defensive anticipation to block shots, attacked the glass hard, and showed some growing ability to take defenders off the dribble and get to the rim. Looked like a solid wing prospect over the course of the season who can contribute on both ends and should continue to trend upwards throughout the AAU season.","_player_evaluations_2_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_3_player":["2380114"],"_player_evaluations_3_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_3_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_3_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_3_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_3_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_3_evaluation":"Strong kid with a pretty versatile skill set. Can go up and rip down rebounds, plays pretty patiently from the midrange with the ability to straight-line attack or knock down the midrange shots at a decent clip. He's a pretty good athlete too and is a strong finisher at the rim who shows some exciting ability to make tough plays at times. He was a nice contributor this season who stepped up in some big moments for Anacortes.","_player_evaluations_3_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_4_player":["2021637"],"_player_evaluations_4_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_4_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_4_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_4_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_4_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_4_evaluation":"Listed as a forward but with his size he projects more as a guard. Even so, he is a tough player who can mix it up on the glass and shows no fear scoring in the paint. Kind of a gap-filler who gets involved in any way he can, finding open space with cuts on the offensive end, anticipating rebounds well, and playing tough defense. Just a player who brings great activity to the floor.","_player_evaluations_4_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":5,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65fe2ee191eb4"} /-->