2025 Ranking Finale: Top 10 Power Forwards

The power forward spot continues to evolve, and Texas' 2025 class is loaded with prospects who reflect that shift—versatile, athletic, and impactful on both ends of the floor. From stretch-fours who can space the floor to rim-running bigs with elite athleticism, this group features a wide range of talent with translatable college skill sets. Headlined by Auburn commit [player_tooltip player_id='1225322' first='Sebastian' last='Williams-Adams'] and several other high-major pledges, these forwards bring size, mobility, and toughness to the court. Whether it's defending multiple positions, finishing in traffic, or hitting perimeter jumpers, these players are built for today's pace-and-space style. Here's a look at the top power forwards from Texas in the 2025 class.    [player_tooltip player_id='1225322' first='Sebastian' last='Williams-Adams'] is a dynamic, college-ready forward with a powerful blend of athleticism, skill, and feel. At 6'8”, he thrives in transition, punishes mismatches in the paint, and can stretch the floor with a developing jumper. Defensively, he's switchable, physical, and plays with a high motor, making him a true two-way force. Auburn is landing a big-time competitor with SEC-ready tools and leadership qualities.   Translatable Skills: ✅ Two-Way Physicality ✅ Transition Scoring ✅ Versatility & Motor     [player_tooltip player_id='2197852' first='D.J.' last='Hall'] is a strong, downhill forward who brings toughness and interior scoring. He's a high-energy rebounder, active on the offensive glass, and finishes well through contact. Hall defends post players with effort and uses his strength to wall up in the paint. Texas State is getting a rugged competitor who plays hard and embraces his role on both ends.   Translatable Skills: ✅ Rebounding & Physical Play ✅ Finishing Through Contact ✅ Post Defense     [player_tooltip player_id='1225689' first='Nigel' last='Walls'] is a high-upside forward with elite size, long arms, and shooting touch. At 6'10”, he can space the floor, finish above the rim, and alter shots defensively with his length. He's fluid for his size and continues to improve his overall skill set. SMU is getting a long-term development piece with pro measurables and the ability to stretch defenses.   Translatable Skills: ✅ Length & Shooting Touch ✅ Interior Defense ✅ Pick-and-Pop Potential     [player_tooltip player_id='2363227' first='Eze' last='Nwakamma'] is a powerful post presence who thrives on physicality and effort. He's an active rebounder, sets solid screens, and runs the floor well for his size. Nwakamma does the dirty work inside and has shown signs of expanding his face-up game. A strong spring could push him into more recruiting conversations as a high-motor interior piece.   Translatable Skills: ✅ Rebounding ✅ Physical Interior Presence ✅ Hustle Plays     [player_tooltip player_id='2273241' first='Deandre' last='Thomas'] is a physically imposing big with defensive instincts and toughness. He alters shots, rebounds well in traffic, and plays with an edge around the rim. Offensively, he's developing as a short-roll passer and can finish with either hand. North Texas is getting a player who impacts the game through effort, rim protection, and physicality.   Translatable Skills: ✅ Interior Defense ✅ Rebounding & Toughness ✅ High Motor     [player_tooltip player_id='1225569' first='Kash' last='Polk'] is a modern power forward with fluid movement, size, and emerging face-up skills. He runs the floor exceptionally well and has a soft shooting touch from midrange and beyond. Polk's defensive versatility stands out—able to switch onto wings or defend the post. Arizona State is getting a high-upside big with mobility and long-term potential.   Translatable Skills: ✅ Mobility at 6'9” ✅ Face-Up Scoring ✅ Defensive Versatility     [player_tooltip player_id='1486667' first='David' last='Iweze'] is a long, athletic forward with strong rim-running ability and a defensive mindset. He thrives in pick-and-roll settings, finishes lobs, and is a relentless rim protector. His timing and instincts defensively give him real value, while his offensive game continues to grow. Utah State is adding a high-upside big who can contribute early defensively.   Translatable Skills: ✅ Rim Protection ✅ Pick-and-Roll Finishing ✅ Shot Altering     [player_tooltip player_id='1462492' first='Lance' last='Carr'] is a versatile, two-way forward with elite defensive instincts. He guards multiple positions, rebounds well, and plays with a controlled intensity. Carr can hit the open jumper, make plays off the dribble, and finish above the rim. UAB is getting a competitive, athletic forward who fits the mold of a modern hybrid 4.   Translatable Skills: ✅ Defensive Versatility ✅ Athleticism ✅ Two-Way Impact     [player_tooltip player_id='1225692' first='Evan' last='Cochran'] is a stretch big with solid fundamentals and a high basketball IQ. He can knock down shots from the perimeter, rebounds in traffic, and communicates well defensively. Cochran doesn't force things—he plays to his strengths and impacts the game without needing the ball. Rice is getting a smart, skilled forward who can thrive in a structured system.   Translatable Skills: ✅ Shooting for Size ✅ Floor Spacing ✅ Team Defense     [player_tooltip player_id='1225688' first='Anthony' last='Andrews'] is an athletic, high-motor forward who competes hard on both ends. He plays above the rim, runs the floor, and contributes heavily on the glass. Offensively, he's most effective around the rim but has shown touch out to midrange. With continued development, Andrews has the tools to be a productive interior presence at the next level.   Translatable Skills: ✅ Athleticism ✅ Rebounding ✅ Finishing in the Paint

The power forward spot continues to evolve, and Texas' 2025 class is loaded with prospects who reflect that shift—versatile, athletic, and impactful on both ends of the floor. From stretch-fours who can space the floor to rim-running bigs with elite athleticism, this group features a wide range of talent with translatable college skill sets. Headlined by Auburn commit Sebastian Williams-Adams Sebastian Williams-Adams 6'8" | PF St. John's | 2025 State #35 Nation TX and several other high-major pledges, these forwards bring size, mobility, and toughness to the court. Whether it's defending multiple positions, finishing in traffic, or hitting perimeter jumpers, these players are built for today's pace-and-space style. Here's a look at the top power forwards from Texas in the 2025 class.