2027 Rankings Update: Top Newcomers

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 2027 rankings update is here with over 150 prospects being a part of it. With every update, there are new players who are added, and this one is no different. Here are the top newcomers in the 2027 rankings update.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2639942' first='Joel' last='Kabugi'], 6'4 SG Life Center Academy</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Kabugi is the top ranked newcomer in the update as he checks in at number 7. The 6'4 guard attacks the basket with a purpose as he finishes strong above the rim and doesn't mind drawing contact. Kabugi is more than just a slasher as he has a nice release on his jumper and can make opponents pay for giving him space behind the ac. He works for rebounds on both ends of the floor and has the athleticism to defend multiple positions on the floor. Kabugi is a talented guard prospect who should make plays at both ends of the floor throughout the course of the season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2473558' first='Gilbert' last='Baez-Rodriguez'], 6'5 CG St. Benedict's</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Baez-Rodriguez is an intriguing prospect to watch in the class with his ability to play on and off the ball. The 6'5 guard uses his handle to get to his spot on the floor and finishes nicely around the basket. Baez-Rodriguez uses his size to see over his defender and can also score in the mid-range. He is an underrated passer and uses his length to be disruptive on the defensive end. Baez-Rodriguez is a lanky guard prospect whose ability to impact the game at both ends of the floor will help his stock in a big way.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2672992' first='Chiaka' last='Sanogo'], 6'9 PF Patrick School</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Sanogo is the highest rated frontcourt newcomer in the update and has the potential to move up higher. The 6'9 forward runs the floor well, setting himself up for easy dunks and layups in transition. Sanogo has a nice touch around the basket and is able to get position down low. He skies for rebounds on both ends of the floor and swats shots around the basket. Sanogo's ability to control the paint at both ends of the floor is something to track during the 2024-25 season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2451917' first='Ben' last='Duverglas'], 6'5 SF/SG Life Center Academy</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Duverglas reclassified into the 2027 class and is looking to make his mark right away. The 6'5 wing has a clean release on his jumper and can knock down triples in bunches. Duverglas moves well without the ball in his hands, freeing himself for open layups and jumpers in the halfcourt. He is an underrated rebounder and slides his feet on the defensive end. Duverglas can play either spot on the perimeter, which will help his development during the course of the season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2628179' first='Mason' last='Murawski'], 6'2 CG Middle Township</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Murawski joins a talented Panthers' backcourt that is looking to go back to the sectional final. The 6'2 guard has a good handle, which he uses to beat his defender off the bounce and finishes nicely around the basket. Murawski is more than just a slasher as he has a nice shooting stroke and sets his feet before he shoots. He can find his open teammates in the halfcourt and can get deflections on the defensive end. Murawski poured in 23 points in his season debut for Middle Township and is looking for more games like that during the course of the season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Other Prospects to Know:</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2628174' first='Kanye' last='Perkins'], 6'6 SF/SG Middle Township</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2628236' first='Juan' last='Quinones'], 6'9 PF Patrick School</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2621818' first='Hunter' last='Hynes'], 6'3 SG/PG Point Pleasant Boro</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2628251' first='Brody' last='Mauro'], 6'3 SF Ranney</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2621638' first='John' last='Kelly'], 5'11 CG South Amboy</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->