2026 Post Prospects Who Could Breakout this Spring
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The end of April is almost here, meaning the spring AAU season is in full swing. The 2026 class has the opportunity to make a big impact over the next couple of weeks, especially in the frontcourt. Here are the…
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Continue ReadingThe end of April is almost here, meaning the spring AAU season is in full swing. The 2026 class has the opportunity to make a big impact over the next couple of weeks, especially in the frontcourt. Here are the 2026 post prospects who could breakout this spring.
Luke Cruz Luke Cruz 6'8" | PF Rumson Fair Haven | 2026 State NJ , 6’8 PF Rumson Fair-Haven
Cruz has the opportunity to have a big spring with the ability to make plays at both ends of the floor. The 6’8 forward has a high release on his jumper and can get hot from distance in a hurry. Cruz can also put the ball on the floor and finishes nicely around the rim. He uses his length to influence shots around the rim and skies for rebounds on both ends of the floor. Cruz’s ability to stretch the floor and swat shots will help his stock in a big way over the next couple of weeks.
Marjon Skillman Marjon Skillman 6'3" | PF Trenton Catholic | 2026 State NJ , PF Trenton Catholic
Skillman had a strong sophomore season for the Iron Mikes and is looking to carry it over into the spring. He knows how to get position down low and is able to draw contact around the rim. Skillman has a soft touch around the basket and sets strong screens in the halfcourt. He is tough to box out on both ends of the floor and holds his ground on the defensive end. Skillman is a hard-working forward prospect whose ability to finish down low will help his game throughout the spring.
Derek Gomez Derek Gomez 6'5" | PF St. Peter's Prep | 2026 State NJ , 6’5 PF St. Peter’s Prep
Gomez has the ability to play on the perimeter at times, which makes him an intriguing prospect to watch. The 6’5 forward has a solid handle as he can get to the rim off the bounce and finish around the basket. Gomez sets his feet before he shoots and wastes little motion in his release. He fights for rebounds on both ends of the floor and is an underrated shot-blocker. Gomez’s ability to make plays at both ends of the floor will help his development in a big way.
Lukas Van Auken, 6’7 C Delsea
Van Auken was a force for the Crusaders all season long and is longing to carry that over into the spring. The 6’7 forward uses his strong frame to get position down low and has a nice touch around the basket. Van Auken is unafraid of drawing contact in the paint and is an underrated passer. He is a force on the boards and uses timing to block shots in the halfcourt. Van Auken is a double-double machine who is looking to rack up double-doubles this spring.
Michael Sullivan Michael Sullivan 6'5" | PF Brick Township | 2026 NJ , 6’5 PF Brick Township
Sullivan has the potential to breakout this spring with his ability to control the paint. The 6’5 forward has a good touch around the basket and is able to finish through contact. Sullivan can also put the ball on the floor from the perimeter and has a nice release on his jumper. He rips down rebounds on both ends of the floor and uses his combination of length and timing to influence shots around the rim. Sullivan’s ability to score inside and out will help his stock in a big way over the next couple of weeks.