2027 Rankings Update: The Power Forwards

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Next up for the&nbsp;<em>Class of 2027</em>&nbsp;is a positional breakdown for the&nbsp;<em>Power Forwards</em>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='2470853' first='Kamsi' last='Awaka']</em></strong> continues to hold down the top spot in this class at the <em>Power Forward</em> position and checks in at <strong><em>#4</em></strong> overall. He continues to add elements to his game on the offensive end of the floor and is coming off of an impressive 22 point, 10 rebound, 6 block performance at the <em>HoopHall Prep Showcase</em>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/position-ranking-table {"name":"acf/position-ranking-table","data":{"class":"2027","_class":"field_65cfb7374abb9","position":"77245","_position":"field_65cfbfcb19ad6","national_rankings":"0","_national_rankings":"field_660c1d73c0e49","state":"77239","_state":"field_65cfb88a603fe"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6785b45f40b89"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here are ten more&nbsp;<em>Power Forwards</em>&nbsp;to watch from the&nbsp;<em>Class of 2027</em>:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">[player_tooltip player_id='2470937' first='Milos' last='Vasic']</span></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Vasic, a 6'8" forward at the <em>Hotchkiss School</em>, is a floor space with impressive defensive versatility. He consistently knocks down shots from behind the arc, flashes potential as a shot creator in the mid-range, and is an impressive passer off the bounce. Defensively, he moves well enough laterally to guard multiple positions while also providing presense as a rim protector.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">[player_tooltip player_id='2470929' first='Filip' last='Mozoul']</span></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Mozoul, a 6'7" forward at <em>Vermont Academy</em>, flashes potential as a lockdown defender both in the paint and on the perimeter. He's a long athlete that does a good job of generating steals and deflections, protects the rim from the help side, and can start the break off defensive rebounds. He runs the floor hard and finishes with length at the rim.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">[player_tooltip player_id='2470917' first='Jackson' last='Lockett']</span></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Lockett, a 6'6" forward at the <em>MacDuffie School</em>, has already established himself as a physical rebounder with versatility on the offensive end of the floor. He's physical, strong, and does a good job of carving out space in the paint both as a scorer and rebounder. He does a nice job of scoring over either shoulder and has improved his ability to shoot with range.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">[player_tooltip player_id='2470892' first='Michael' last='Hoffman']</span></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Hoffman, a 6'6" forward out of <em>Avon Old Farms</em>, stands out with his ability to make an impact in the paint. He has a relentless motor, controls the glass on both ends, and knows how to establish position in the paint. He already has good hands and feet, allowing him to be a threat as a scorer in the low post, that also shows the ability to pass out of double teams.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">[player_tooltip player_id='2568372' first='Jack' last='Mullins']</span></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Mullins, a 6'7" forward play at <em>Noble &amp; Greenough</em>, impresses as a talented offensive prospect with the ability to score in transition and the half-court. He's a shot creator that can create space off the bounce and is able to elevate over most defenders to score in the mid-range. He makes movement threes and can operate as a ball-handler in transition.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">[player_tooltip player_id='2696638' first='Mihailo' last='Vojinovic']</span></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Vojinovic, a 6'8" forward at the <em>MacDuffie School</em>, is a traditional big man that operates primarily in the paint. He's a vocal defender that controls the glass and does a good job of showing in ball screens. Offensively, he carves out space, gives a good target with his hands, and can score through contact with either hand around the rim.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">[player_tooltip player_id='2568462' first='Zack' last='Munawar']</span></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Munawar, a 6'6" forward from <em>Kingswood Oxford School</em>, has floor spacing ability and does a nice job of running the floor in transition. He does a nice job of being shot ready on the catch and can consistently make shots in catch and shoot situations. Defensively, he guards multiple positions, rebounds in space, and has switchability in screening actions.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">[player_tooltip player_id='2568394' first='Aadarsh' last='Yalamanchili']</span></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Yalamanchili, a 6'6" forward out of <em>Worcester Academy</em>, is an active defender that can switch onto the perimeter when needed. He moves his feet, walls up in the post, and carves out space as a defensive rebounder. Offensively, he can make shots from behind the arc and has improved his ability to put the ball on the floor from the perimeter.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">[player_tooltip player_id='2568464' first='Zion' last='Robinson']</span></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Robinson, a 6'7" forward at the <em>Hopkins School</em>, brings a lot of versatility to both ends of the floor. Defensively, he can guard on the paint and in the post, rebounds by the rim, and blocks shots from the help position. Offensively, he moves well without the ball, can make plays on the perimeter, and is a threat as both a roller and pop guy in screening actions.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">[player_tooltip player_id='2568539' first='Shane' last='Grogan']</span></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Grogan, a 6'6" forward from <em>Amity</em>, is a floor spacing big. He does a nice job of operating from the top of the key, particularly when playing out of the trailer position. He is good in pick and pop situations, moves well without the basketball, and has a quick, high release on his shot. He's gotten stronger and has improved his presence on the glass as well.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Keep an eye out for our next rankings update positional breakdown, a look at 2027's&nbsp;<em>centers</em>!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->