2027 Rankings Update: The Centers

The rankings breakdowns for the Class of 2027 continue with a look at the Centers. The largest group physically is also the smallest group in number in New England.   Cushing Academy's [player_tooltip player_id='2341311' first='Coley' last='Mark'] checks in at #2 on this list and is ranked #11 overall in this update. The true 7-footer is a mobile big man that can score in and out of the paint, moves well laterally defensively, and provides a good amount of rim protection.    Below, we take a look at ten Centers to watch from the Class of 2027:   [player_tooltip player_id='2470876' first='Salim' last='Diaby']   Diaby, a 6'11" big man at CATS Academy, is an impressive athlete that plays with physicality on the glass and as a rim protector. He does a great job of running rim to rim in transition, is physical when fighting for position in the post, and can turn and finish over either shoulder with soft touch. On top of that, he's a high level rim protector on the other end of the floor.   [player_tooltip player_id='2341300' first='Johnny' last='Akot Bol']   A 7'0" big man with impressive physical characteristics, Akot Bol helps to control the paint at the MacDuffie School. A strong shot blocker that uses his length to deter almost everything around the rim, he also knows how to utilize his physical gifts as a ball screen defender. Offensively, he has soft touch in the paint and can finish putbacks on the glass.   [player_tooltip player_id='2341348' first='Spencer' last='Booth']   Booth, a versatile 6'10" big at Milton Academy, has the ability to impact a game on the offensive end of the floor both inside and out of the paint. His versatility stands out on both ends as he's capable of stepping behind the arc and knocking down shots and also able to switch onto the perimeter defensively to guard in space where his length and mobility are a factor.   [player_tooltip player_id='2470950' first='Kyle' last='Seltzer']   A 6'10" fluid big at Williston Northampton, Seltzer continues to add elements to his game while showing increased strength and athleticism. He's able to play in the paint and on the perimeter, showing the ability to make shots in catch and shoot situations, to put the ball on the floor for multiple bounces, and to finish at and above the rim through contact.   [player_tooltip player_id='2634086' first='Gaetan' last='Wafo']   Wafo, a 7'0" big at CATS Academy, plays with a nice combination of athleticism, power, and budding feel for the game. He has great size for the position, moves well in space, and can operate from the block or the high post as a scorer. He's got soft touch as a finisher, can make mid-range jump shots, and is a tough finisher at the rim where he tries to dunk everything.   [player_tooltip player_id='2568357' first='Jalen' last='Rogers']   A 6'8" athlete at Beaver Country Day, Rogers is one of the most impressive open floor bigs in New England. He's probably due for a positional update in our next rankings, but for now we'll focus on his ability to be a disruptive defender both in passing lanes and around the rim. He punishes rims in transition and even shows soft touch from behind the arc.   [player_tooltip player_id='2371469' first='Jordan' last='Sutton']   Sutton, a 6'8" big out of Stamford, is a classic big man that make a huge impact in the paint both as a scorer and rebounder. He has long arms and quick hands, both of which help him defensively and on the glass. He rebounds by the rim, is capable of passing out of the post when a double team comes, and knows how to score over either shoulder from the block.   [player_tooltip player_id='2568511' first='Ioannis' last='Loupos']   A 6'8" big from Brighton, Loupos is a long and lean athlete that can really impact a game in the paint on both ends of the floor. He has soft touch around the rim and utilizes his length to finish high and over opposing defenders. Defensively, he is able to move in space and shows good instincts as a shot blocker, typically high pointing the ball and being impactful without fouling.   [player_tooltip player_id='2568538' first='Sam' last='Roidoulis']   Roidoulis, a big man at Windham, is a physically strong and athletic prospect that can play through contact in the paint. A high level rebounder on both ends of the floor, he has a nose for the basketball in space and shows great pursuit off the rim. He's a talented post scorer on the other end, where he uses his strength and a quick first jump to elevate over the defense and score with touch.   [player_tooltip player_id='2568465' first='Eric' last='Figueroa']   A 6'8" big from Northern Middlesex, Figueroa is a traditional big that scores in the paint and protects the rim. He can score in the mid-range, showing soft touch on his jumper and the ability to find soft spots in the defense off short rolls. Defensively, he's capable of protecting the rim, walls up in the post, and can rebound in traffic.   Keep an eye out for an article on our Watch List, as we wrap up rankings week coverage for the Class of 2027!

The rankings breakdowns for the Class of 2027 continue with a look at the Centers. The largest group physically is also the smallest group in number in New England.