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<p>Today, we continue our <em>Unsigned Spotlight</em> series with a look at the <em>Power Forwards</em>.</p>
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<p>Below, we'll take a look at 10 <em>Power Forwards</em> from across New England, that remain unsigned or uncommitted at this point in time.</p>
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<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">[player_tooltip player_id='1532438' first='Charlie' last='O'Sullivan']</span></strong></p>
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<p>The <em>Loomis Chaffee</em> forward cuts hard to the basket, finishes plays above the rim, and has soft touch on his jumper. O'Sullivan, a lefty, has the ability to score in the paint, from the mid-range, and behind the arc; showing a good feel for the game and a nice shooting stroke. He can attack off the bounce from the top of the key and is an efficient scorer from the baseline, using jab steps and shot fakes to create space. Defensively, he has good size in the paint and shows the ability to control a game on the defensive glass.</p>
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<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">[player_tooltip player_id='1106053' first='Rashawn' last='Tibby']</span></strong></p>
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<p>The <em>South Kent</em> forward is a versatile offensive performer, showing the ability to get to his spots off the bounce and score over the defense. A long and lean combo forward, he's got range beyond the arc and is really efficient when he can get into his one dribble pull-up game. He utilizes his length and athleticism on the perimeter, proving to be a strong slasher that can finish plays above the rim while also providing a presence on the offensive glass. He's a versatile defender that can make plays in space and protect the rim from the help.</p>
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<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">[player_tooltip player_id='2325768' first='Jacob' last='Davis']</span></strong></p>
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<p>The <em>Cushing Academy</em> forward is a powerful prospect that's transformed his body this year, improving both his athleticism and conditioning. He can play bully ball in the paint, scoring through and over bigger defenders, while also showing soft touch on his jumper. He has good instincts as a passer and can operate as the hub of an offense from the elbows. He does a nice job of finding soft spots in the defense as a roller out of ball screens, makes the extra pass when needed, and plays with a high motor on both ends of the floor.</p>
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<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">[player_tooltip player_id='2643864' first='Enzo' last='Boudouma']</span></strong></p>
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<p>The <em>Tilton School</em> forward is a prototype for the modern stretch forward. At all of 6'9", Boudouma has good size for the position and the IQ and versatility needed to make plays both in the paint and on the perimeter. He can operate as a hub of an offense, typically making plays out of the trailer spot both as a shooter and driver. In the paint, he can score through contact with either hand, showing the ability to play physically when needed. He's quite mobile and utilizes that to his advantage on the defensive end when switching ball screens.</p>
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<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">[player_tooltip player_id='2396775' first='Liam' last='Simpson']</span></strong></p>
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<p>The <em>La Salle Academy</em> forward is a high academic prospect and arguably the top forward in <em>Rhode Island</em>. Simpson is ultra versatile on both ends of the floor. He can handle the ball in transition, scores at all three levels, and plays as both a roller and popper in ball screens. His feel for the game stands out, as he's a gifted passer that knows how to find open teammates when a double comes. He's all of 6'7", has good athleticism, and is physically strong; all of which allows him to make an impact defensively, particularly on the glass.</p>
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<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">[player_tooltip player_id='2453000' first='Matt' last='Breen']</span></strong></p>
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<p>The <em>Shawsheen Tech</em> forward is long and lean and has terrific instincts as a shot blocker. One of the most impressive post defenders in the <em>MIAA</em>, Breen utilizes his length to his advantage, blocking or altering shots at all three levels. He's add strength and now does a good job of controlling the glass both in space and in the paint. Offensively, he's a solid rim runner that establishes paint position and can finish with touch over either shoulder. Beyond that, he's comfortable putting the ball on the floor for multiple dribbles and can knock down catch and shoot threes.</p>
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<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">[player_tooltip player_id='2452991' first='Gyan' last='Davis']</span></strong></p>
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<p>The <em>Premier Prep</em> forward is a wiry athlete that makes plays all over the rim on both ends of the floor. His vertical athleticism pops every time he takes the floor as he uses his length to protect the rim on one end and punish it on the other. He's a good ball screen defender that covers space quickly, causes plenty of deflections, and can protect the rim both on and off the ball. Offensively, he has an instinct for chasing down loose balls and finishing putbacks with authority. He can turn over either shoulder to score and has good touch with both hands.</p>
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<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">[player_tooltip player_id='2547030' first='Connor' last='O'Rourke']</span></strong></p>
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<p>The <em>Bedford</em> forward does a good job of making plays in the paint, utilizing a strong frame and good athleticism to do so. At 6'6", O'Rourke is a skilled lefty that makes a lot of plays with his back to the basket, proving capable of backing down defenders and scoring over either shoulder. He can consistently knock down baseline jumpers and does a good job of cleaning up on the offensive glass. Defensively, he has good timing as a shot blocker and blocks or alters plenty of shots without commiting many fouls.</p>
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<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">[player_tooltip player_id='2547113' first='Ryan' last='Kelley']</span></strong></p>
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<p>The <em>Foxborough</em> forward is a true stretch forward that is the ultimate floor spacer. A high IQ forward, Kelley does a nice job of leveraging his shooting to open up the lane for teammates, proving to be a good passer in the half-court. He has in the gym range on his jumper, utilizes shot fakes to keep defenders off balance, and does a really good job of moving without the basketball to get open. On the other end of the floor, he can guard in space or in the paint, again proving to be a high IQ and instinctive player that makes winning plays.</p>
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<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">[player_tooltip player_id='2633492' first='Langston' last='Woods']</span></strong></p>
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<p>The <em>Frederick Gunn</em> forward is another stretch forward that makes shots on one end of the floor and blocks them on the other. He does a good job of running the floor in transition, either getting to the rim where he can finish through contact or flying to the corners for catch and shoot opportunities from beyond the arc. He's a willing ball mover, sets solid screens, and can get to the rim off one or two bounces. Defensively, he alters shots in the paint with his combination of length and athleticism, and is a physical rebounder in traffic.</p>
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