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Under the Radar: 2026 Post Prospects

Under the Radar: 2026 Post Prospects
Scott Burgess
Scott Burgess November 7, 2024 @ 03:00 PM
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Jamarion Green
Jamarion Green 6'7" | PF | 2026
IL
Oren Byman
Oren Byman 6'11" | C | 2026
IL
Luke Christopulos
Luke Christopulos 6'7" | C | 2026
IL
Richard Darr
Richard Darr 6'6" | C | 2026
IL
Jaysen Wesley
Jaysen Wesley 6'5" | PF | 2026
IL
Matthew Szafoni
Matthew Szafoni 6'8" | SF/PF | 2026
IL
Stephen George
Stephen George 6'7" | C | 2026
IL
Maks De Palo
Maks De Palo 6'8" | C | 2026
IL
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Ahead of the upcoming high school basketball season we wanted to dive into a group of ranked prospects that might not be talked about enough and are under the radar heading into the season!&nbsp; Here is <strong>Under the Radar: 2026 Post Prospects</strong>!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2454186"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6721badb72aff"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">This 6'7” post has a great feel for scoring in the paint.&nbsp; Like how he seals on the block, finishes out of the dunker spot, and goes through contact.&nbsp; Strong hands catching passes in traffic.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2540086"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6721badb72ba9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Green showed at the Blue Storm Tournament over the summer that he has a chance to emerge this season.&nbsp; The 6'7” post has strong frame and really rebounds well in his area.&nbsp; Finishes out of the dunker spot with force and is a solid shot blocking presence.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2323321"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6721badb72c4b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">This post is a sleeper that has become a much improved shooter and good passer to go along with his springy athleticism along with a high activity level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2381893"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6721badb72cf6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Darr is another prospect that's future might be on the football side, but he caught our attention this summer playing with 1 Dream.&nbsp; The 6'6” skilled four runs the floor with great fluidity and can really protect the rim.&nbsp; Quality rebounder on both ends.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1552472"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6721badb72d9f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">This 6'8” center is a bit raw, but there is intriguing qualities with his size and impact as a defender.&nbsp; Good shot blocker that also finishes with touch in the paint.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2297870"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6721badb72e4c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Strong showing from Szafoni this fall at the Prep Hoops EXPO.&nbsp; He is a 6'7” big man with a strong frame.&nbsp; Works well in the pick/roll game with his mobility.&nbsp; Can knock in mid-range jumpers and put it on the deck from the high-post area.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2499794"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6721badb72ef9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The Freeburg 6'7” post had a strong showing at Arch Madness to close out the summer.&nbsp; He is a big bodied five that rebounds well in his area and has touch around the hoop.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1900158"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6721badb72fa2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">George was a monster at The EXPO and will see a significant boost in his ranking because of it.&nbsp; He is a wide bodied 6'6” five that mauls on the glass.&nbsp; He plays with a ton of physicality along with carving out space inside for powerful scores.&nbsp; Moves well for how big he is.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

Ahead of the upcoming high school basketball season we wanted to dive into a group of ranked prospects that might not be talked about enough and are under the radar heading into the season!  Here is Under the Radar: 2026 Post Prospects!

Luke Christopulos

Luke Christopulos

IL
C
HEIGHT 6'7"
POS C
CLASS 2026
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Luke
Christopulos C
Class
2026
Height
6'7"
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Prospect
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Under the Radar: 2026 Post Prospects
This 6’7” post has a great feel for scoring in the paint.  Like how he seals on the...
Written by Scott Burgess
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Luke Christopulos

State: Illinois
School: Prospect
Club: Ignite Hoops
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Jamarion Green

Jamarion Green

IL
PF
HEIGHT 6'7"
POS PF
CLASS 2026
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Jamarion
Green PF
Class
2026
Height
6'7"
HS
Alton
|
IL
Under the Radar: 2026 Post Prospects
Green showed at the Blue Storm Tournament over the summer that he has a chance to emerge this...
Written by Scott Burgess
Read more at PrepHoops.com
Prep Hoops

Jamarion Green

State: Illinois
School: Alton
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Jaysen Wesley

Jaysen Wesley

IL
PF
HEIGHT 6'5"
POS PF
CLASS 2026
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Jaysen
Wesley PF
Class
2026
Height
6'5"
HS
Julian
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IL
Under the Radar: 2026 Post Prospects
This post is a sleeper that has become a much improved shooter and good passer to go along...
Written by Scott Burgess
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Jaysen Wesley

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State: Illinois
School: Julian
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Richard Darr

Richard Darr

IL
C
HEIGHT 6'6"
POS C
CLASS 2026
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Richard
Darr C
Class
2026
Height
6'6"
HS
Bishop McNamara
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IL
Under the Radar: 2026 Post Prospects
Darr is another prospect that’s future might be on the football side, but he caught our attention this...
Written by Scott Burgess
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Richard Darr

State: Illinois
School: Bishop McNamara
Club: 1 Dream Basketball
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Maks De Palo

Maks De Palo

IL
C
HEIGHT 6'8"
POS C
CLASS 2026
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Maks
De Palo C
Class
2026
Height
6'8"
HS
New Trier
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Under the Radar: 2026 Post Prospects
This 6’8” center is a bit raw, but there is intriguing qualities with his size and impact as...
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Maks De Palo

Instagram
State: Illinois
School: New Trier
Club: Full Package
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Matthew Szafoni

Matthew Szafoni

IL
SF/PF
HEIGHT 6'8"
POS SF/PF
CLASS 2026
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Matthew
Szafoni SF/PF
Class
2026
Height
6'8"
HS
Lane Tech
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IL
Under the Radar: 2026 Post Prospects
Strong showing from Szafoni this fall at the Prep Hoops EXPO.  He is a 6’7” big man with...
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Matthew Szafoni

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State: Illinois
School: Lane Tech
Club: Fundamental U
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Oren Byman

Oren Byman

IL
C
HEIGHT 6'11"
POS C
CLASS 2026
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Oren
Byman C
Class
2026
Height
6'11"
HS
Freeburg
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IL
Under the Radar: 2026 Post Prospects
The Freeburg 6’7” post had a strong showing at Arch Madness to close out the summer.  He is...
Written by Scott Burgess
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Oren Byman

Twitter
State: Illinois
School: Freeburg
Club: Illinois Orange Basketball Club
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Stephen George

Stephen George

IL
C
HEIGHT 6'7"
POS C
CLASS 2026
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Stephen
George C
Class
2026
Height
6'7"
HS
St. Francis De Sales
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Under the Radar: 2026 Post Prospects
George was a monster at The EXPO and will see a significant boost in his ranking because of...
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Stephen George

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State: Illinois
School: St. Francis De Sales
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