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Under the Radar: 2026 Wings

Under the Radar: 2026 Wings
Scott Burgess
Scott Burgess November 6, 2024 @ 03:00 PM
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Rafael Pinto
Rafael Pinto 6'5" | SG | 2026
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Kaleb Turney
Kaleb Turney 6'4" | SF | 2026
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Darron Greer Jr
Darron Greer Jr 6'4" | SF | 2026
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Payton McGuire
Payton McGuire 6'1" | PG | 2026
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Zion Lee
Zion Lee 6'4" | SG | 2026
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Cale Maurer
Cale Maurer 6'5" | SF | 2026
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Karson Komnick
Karson Komnick 6'3" | SG | 2026
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Masen Johnson
Masen Johnson 6'2" | SG | 2026
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Larry Harris
Larry Harris 6'3" | PF | 2026
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Luke Grevengoed
Luke Grevengoed 6'1" | SG | 2026
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Alijah Little
Alijah Little 6'4" | SG | 2026
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<!-- 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!  Here is <strong>Under the Radar: 2026 Wings</strong>!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2376273"],"_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-6721b9182c621"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2403249' first='Lee' last=''] is a long and rangy wing that can also play some on the ball.  He had a great close to his sophomore season for SHG.  Good shooting stroke, rebounds well for his position, and can defend on the perimeter.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2334401"],"_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-6721b9182c6b7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The Mt. Vernon wing has a strong frame along with an all-around skilled game.  He is at his best knocking in spot up threes, but has also showed athleticism playing in the open floor above the rim.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2105421"],"_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-6721b9182c747"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Harris is a high motor combo forward that will be very impactful for Lincon Park this season.  He is at his best as a rebounder and using his physicality to impact the game around the hoop.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1552473"],"_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-6721b9182c7b3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">With a lot of transfers at Whitney Young Little is going to see a major role with his shot making from the perimeter along with his ability to move off the ball on cuts.  Will be a two guard that continues to make an impact.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2433401"],"_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-6721b9182c81e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Greer is a good sized 6'4” wing that plays off the glass getting second chance points by rebounding well on the offensive end.  Attacks the basket with a purpose getting to the rim with power.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2323273"],"_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-6721b9182c889"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Johnson is a central Illinois shooting guard that has a clean and easy shooting stroke.  Presents upside with his athleticism and physical projectability.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2407880"],"_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-6721b9182c8f3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">McGuire burst on the scene in July with the Illinois Mavericks.  This 6'1” guard is a sharp shooter that rained them in each time we saw him play.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2507555"],"_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-6721b9182c95c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">This is a new name that popped up late in the summer as well.  The metro east wing has solid size at 6'3” with an overall skilled game.  He can pass, has slick takes to the hoop, and rebounds well.  Also like what he brings as a perimeter defender.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2323312"],"_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-6721b9182c9c6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Strong performance last season when we saw the Lincoln wing.  He has a solid skill set along with athleticism, length, and a frame he can add strength on.  Plays well within Lincoln's system.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2540096"],"_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-6721b9182ca30"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Pinto broke out at The Last Dance with his shot making for [program_tooltip program_id='2078408' first='Team' last='Rose'].  He is a plus shooter from three that we will see if he can evolve other areas of his game as a junior.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1948375"],"_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-6721b9182caa2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Wiry wing that had a strong summer.  Utility guy that can score in the open court and shoots it well.  Also is a scrappy defender.</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 Wings!

Zion Lee

Zion Lee

IL
SG
HEIGHT 6'4"
POS SG
CLASS 2026
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Zion
Lee SG
Class
2026
Height
6'4"
HS
DePaul Prep
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IL
Under the Radar: 2026 Wings
Lee is a long and rangy wing that can also play some on the ball.  He had a...
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Zion Lee

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State: Illinois
School: DePaul Prep
Club: Illinois Wolves
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Cale Maurer

Cale Maurer

IL
SF
HEIGHT 6'5"
POS SF
CLASS 2026
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Cale
Maurer SF
Class
2026
Height
6'5"
HS
Mt. Vernon
|
IL
Under the Radar: 2026 Wings
The Mt. Vernon wing has a strong frame along with an all-around skilled game.  He is at his...
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Cale Maurer

State: Illinois
School: Mt. Vernon
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Larry Harris

Larry Harris

IL
PF
HEIGHT 6'3"
POS PF
CLASS 2026
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Larry
Harris PF
Class
2026
Height
6'3"
HS
Lincoln Park
|
IL
Under the Radar: 2026 Wings
Harris is a high motor combo forward that will be very impactful for Lincon Park this season.  He...
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Larry Harris

State: Illinois
School: Lincoln Park
Club: Chicago Demons
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Alijah Little

Alijah Little

IL
SG
HEIGHT 6'4"
POS SG
CLASS 2026
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Alijah
Little SG
Class
2026
Height
6'4"
HS
Plainfield East
|
IL
Under the Radar: 2026 Wings
With a lot of transfers at Whitney Young Little is going to see a major role with his...
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Alijah Little

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State: Illinois
School: Plainfield East
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Darron Greer Jr

Darron Greer Jr

IL
SF
HEIGHT 6'4"
POS SF
CLASS 2026
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Darron
Greer Jr SF
Class
2026
Height
6'4"
HS
Argo
|
IL
Under the Radar: 2026 Wings
Greer is a good sized 6’4” wing that plays off the glass getting second chance points by rebounding...
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Darron Greer Jr

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State: Illinois
School: Argo
Club: Chicago Demons
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Masen Johnson

Masen Johnson

IL
SG
HEIGHT 6'2"
POS SG
CLASS 2026
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Masen
Johnson SG
Class
2026
Height
6'2"
HS
Jacksonville
|
IL
Under the Radar: 2026 Wings
Johnson is a central Illinois shooting guard that has a clean and easy shooting stroke.  Presents upside with...
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Masen Johnson

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State: Illinois
School: Jacksonville
Club: 2507443
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Payton McGuire

Payton McGuire

IL
PG
HEIGHT 6'1"
POS PG
CLASS 2026
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Payton
McGuire PG
Class
2026
Height
6'1"
HS
Marshall
|
IL
Under the Radar: 2026 Wings
McGuire burst on the scene in July with the Illinois Mavericks.  This 6’1” guard is a sharp shooter...
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Payton McGuire

State: Illinois
School: Marshall
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Kaleb Turney

Kaleb Turney

IL
SF
HEIGHT 6'4"
POS SF
CLASS 2026
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Kaleb
Turney SF
Class
2026
Height
6'4"
HS
Metro East Lutheran
|
IL
Under the Radar: 2026 Wings
This is a new name that popped up late in the summer as well.  The metro east wing...
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Kaleb Turney

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State: Illinois
School: Metro East Lutheran
Club: Illinois Orange Basketball Club
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Karson Komnick

Karson Komnick

IL
SG
HEIGHT 6'3"
POS SG
CLASS 2026
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Karson
Komnick SG
Class
2026
Height
6'3"
HS
Lincoln
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IL
Under the Radar: 2026 Wings
Strong performance last season when we saw the Lincoln wing.  He has a solid skill set along with...
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Karson Komnick

State: Illinois
School: Lincoln
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Rafael Pinto

Rafael Pinto

IL
SG
HEIGHT 6'5"
POS SG
CLASS 2026
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Rafael
Pinto SG
Class
2026
Height
6'5"
HS
Fremd
|
IL
Under the Radar: 2026 Wings
Pinto broke out at The Last Dance with his shot making for Team Rose .  He is a...
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Rafael Pinto

State: Illinois
School: Fremd
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Luke Grevengoed

Luke Grevengoed

IL
SG
HEIGHT 6'1"
POS SG
CLASS 2026
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Luke
Grevengoed SG
Class
2026
Height
6'1"
HS
Joliet West
|
IL
Under the Radar: 2026 Wings
Wiry wing that had a strong summer.  Utility guy that can score in the open court and shoots...
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Luke Grevengoed

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State: Illinois
School: Joliet West
Club: Hoops 4 Health
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