Preseason Superlatives: 2025 Top 25 (Pt 2)

<p>Time to continue matching up the rest of the current top 25 players in the 2025 class with some fitting superlatives. Each of these guys brings something different to the table and even if they're grouped together under one superlative, they still find different ways to get the job done. Take a look at some more analysis of the top 25 guys in the 2025 class. You can find part one <a href="https://prephoops.com/2024/08/preseason-superlatives-2025-top-25-pt-1/">here</a>.</p>   <h3 class="wp-block-heading">Megamind</h3>   <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1450983' first='Jeremiah' last='Harshman']</p>   <p>He's one of the brainiest players you'll see take the floor, from his play recognition, to his control of the offense, to his constant communication and game-planning. Harshman displays all the characteristics you want in a winning point guard, starting with his big brain.</p>   <h3 class="wp-block-heading">Two-Face</h3>   <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1485677' first='Garrett' last='Marrs']</p>   <p>Marrs is a multi-dimensional player who can bring that big body to defend down low, and has the ability to punish teams from 3-point range. He's got the size you want at 6'9 to defend opposing bigs and hold his ground, but he also is one of the best shooters in the state regardless of position. That type of versatility can prove invaluable and is why Marrs is an incredibly interesting prospect.</p>   <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1696643' first='Kody' last='Holcomb']</p>   <p>Holcomb is another long kid at 6'9 who can defend the paint and shoot the lights out. He likes to work off the dribble quite a bit in the midrange and his length makes him pretty tough to stop when he gets to his spots. He's also an active defender who can block shots but also shows good awareness to get his mitts in passing lanes and really clog up his side of the court.</p>   <h3 class="wp-block-heading">Spider</h3>   <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1631541' first='Breylon' last='Webb']</p>   <p>The versatile wing is a long and highly effective defender against multiple positions. He draws a comparison to a spider not just because of his last name, but because of his ability to sneak up on you defensively (blocking shots or swiping steals) and because of his ability to strike quickly from deep on the offensive end. He's going to be a big-time riser to watch this year who should have his hands all over the game.</p>   <h3 class="wp-block-heading">Bullseye</h3>   <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1450996' first='Landen' last='Birley']</p>   <p>He's not just a deadeye shooter from long-range, but a kid who shows exceptional touch on shots of all shapes and sizes. Birley understands the timing of shooting windows, how to create or take advantage of space, and does a great job with his feet to stop quickly and rise up on balance.</p>   <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1984464' first='Talon' last='Jenkins']</p>   <p>Jenkins is a big kid who has an incredible eye for the rim, shooting over defenders and from way behind the line. He's about as calm and consistent as they come from 3-point, and never really looks rushed shooting the ball because of his anticipation and recognition of his opportunities for shots. </p>   <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1444804' first='Arion' last='Palacol']</p>   <p>Palacol is a crafty player who scores effectively from different levels, but a lot of his inside scoring chances come from the threat of his outside shots. He shoots the 3-ball at a really good clip, forces defenders to step out and meet him away from the hoop, and uses great change of speeds and hesitations to get by his man and patiently work his way to the rim.</p>   <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1850309' first='Sebastian' last='Arius']</p>   <p>He's a long guard who is known to pull from way, way back and hit with good consistency. But Arius isn't just a 3-point threat, he's a guy who can work defenders with various moves off the bounce, get to his spots in the midrange and finish with touch over defenders. </p>   <h3 class="wp-block-heading">Shake & Bake</h3>   <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1451029' first='Nyale' last='Robinson']</p>   <p>Robinson has two elite skills that make him a factor every time he steps on the floor. He can shoot the lights out from three, and he has an innate ability to set up his teammates. Add in his quickness with the ball and you've got a guy who can shake and bake on a nightly basis.</p>   <h3 class="wp-block-heading">Rabbit</h3>   <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1696634' first='Jackson' last='Pepper']</p>   <p>This one felt pretty spot on because of Pepper's style of play. He's a kid who is always looking to attack and can score in a hurry. Whether he's lining up from three or showing some surprising bounce at the rim, he's a kid who keeps coming at defenses. He also has some slick playmaking in his game and is a guy who can bounce around and make plays all over the court.</p>   <h3 class="wp-block-heading">Cinder Block</h3>   <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1485586' first='Kenyon' last='Simmons']</p>   <p>Simmons is the cinder block because defensively he'll weigh you down. He has shown the ability to slow down almost anyone he determines to guard, not to mention he has the power of a cinder block on the offensive end and is a downhill threat with the rock.</p>   <h3 class="wp-block-heading">The Machine</h3>   <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1587998' first='Noah' last='Schow']</p>   <p>Schow is a consistent double-double threat who has the size and athleticism to win on the glass but also shows some good skill scoring around the paint. He's got a unique blend of size, strength, and creativity that makes him a tough player to deal with. He'll be a key add for Annie Wright as they look to avenge their title game loss from a year ago.</p>   <h3 class="wp-block-heading">Flash</h3>   <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1451031' first='Treyshawn' last='Weatherspoon']</p>   <p>One of the quickest players in his class, Weatherspoon makes plays in the blink of an eye and does it on both ends too. He's an awesome playmaker with greater vision and shows incredible anticipation on both ends to make plays and create momentum.</p>

Time to continue matching up the rest of the current top 25 players in the 2025 class with some fitting superlatives. Each of these guys brings something different to the table and even if they're grouped together under one superlative, they still find different ways to get the job done. Take a look at some more analysis of the top 25 guys in the 2025 class. You can find part one here.