Player Rankings Update: 2026 New Wings

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2444509' first='Darnell' last='Collins']</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Big guard can play all over the perimeter. With his athleticism, length and ball skills, Collins is good at collecting rebounds and sparking fastbreaks. He sees the floor well as a passer and can get to the hoop off the dribble. His versatility shines defensively with his activity.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2426929' first='Zayd' last='Muhammad']</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>At 6-foot-6, Zayd can be moved around the floor. He's a good three-point shooter that can be utilized in guard-to-guard screens, popping out for threes. If played at the wing or forward position, Muhammad can easily create mismatches with his ball skills. He is capable of driving to the hoop and has the height to occasionally take his man into the post.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2419515' first='Harlim' last='Perine']</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Harlim has physicality to his game. He is not shy about crashing the glass for rebounds. He scores well from 15-feet and in, showing off nice footwork on drives and patience when crafting his way to hoops in the paint. Perine is a solid passer and a switchable defender.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2419518' first='Taron' last='Essex']</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Essex passes the eye-test with his size and athleticism. He is a high-energy slashing guard that has the toughness and quickness to serve anywhere 2-4. He finishes through contact inside and is an effective rebounder and valuable defender.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2425890' first='Tatum' last='Holmes']</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>With his length and fluidity, Holmes projects to be a defensive stopper. His wingspan is impactful both when guarding on the perimeter and around the basket. He blocks shots, deflects passes and can keep smaller guards in front.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2438598' first='Kameron' last='Walker']</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Has the raw tools to become an impact player quickly. Explosive athlete equipped with strength. Knocks down the open three and can make plays downhill. Splashy defender blocks shots and can pick up steals. Maintaining his motor no matter the score will help him reach his potential.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->