Texas Rankings Update: Top 10 Power Forwards in 2026

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The power forward group in Texas' 2026 class features an impressive mix of <strong>size, athleticism, skill development, and two-way impact.</strong> These forwards bring positional versatility and long-term upside, with many already producing at a high level against strong competition. Here's a breakdown of some of the state's most promising frontcourt prospects.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1592927"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67dcd1c441172"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Adkins is an elite two-way forward with pro-level size, mobility, and explosiveness. He dominates in the paint as a rim-runner, rebounder, and shot-blocker, while also flashing an improving face-up and perimeter game. His ability to guard multiple positions and impact both ends makes him one of the most valuable prospects in the state—and one of the top frontcourt players nationally.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>Translatable Skills:</strong><br>✅ Interior Scoring &amp; Finishing<br>✅ Rim Protection &amp; Rebounding<br>✅ Positional Versatility</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2510773"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67dcd1c44127a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">White is a skilled stretch forward with great size and shooting touch. At 6'8”, he can space the floor as a high-level shooter, while also defending the post and switching onto wings. His ability to impact the game without needing high volume touches makes him a unique weapon. As his strength and mobility continue to improve, his stock will rise even more.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>Translatable Skills:</strong><br>✅ Shooting &amp; Floor Spacing<br>✅ Size &amp; Versatility<br>✅ Defensive Awareness</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1592890"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67dcd1c441359"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Brown is a long, physical forward who thrives around the basket and brings a strong defensive presence. He's an aggressive rebounder and interior defender, with a developing offensive game that includes touch around the rim and mid-range flashes. As his offensive polish catches up to his natural tools, Brown has a chance to emerge as a top-tier big.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>Translatable Skills:</strong><br>✅ Interior Defense<br>✅ Physical Rebounding<br>✅ Post Presence</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1593018"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67dcd1c441437"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Sheats is one of the most versatile frontcourt players in the class with the ability to score inside, hit the trail three, and push in transition. He plays above the rim, defends in space, and has made major strides in his perimeter skill set. With his size, agility, and two-way potential, Sheats is a high-upside forward with room to grow into a complete offensive weapon.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>Translatable Skills:</strong><br>✅ Versatility on Both Ends<br>✅ Transition Playmaking<br>✅ Finishing Above the Rim</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1560885"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67dcd1c441511"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Ward is a high-energy, two-way forward who brings physicality and toughness every time he steps on the floor. He's an underrated rim protector, with strong instincts and timing, and contributes on the glass at a high level. Offensively, he's effective in short rolls and clean-up plays. His motor and defensive versatility make him a major asset in any lineup.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>Translatable Skills:</strong><br>✅ Rebounding &amp; Motor<br>✅ Shot Altering &amp; Rim Protection<br>✅ Defensive Versatility</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1593254"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67dcd1c441600"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Clark is a smooth, face-up forward who can stretch the floor and put it on the deck. He has soft touch around the rim and shows confidence in catch-and-shoot situations from mid-range and deep. As he adds strength and sharpens his defensive consistency, his offensive versatility and fluidity will continue to stand out.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>Translatable Skills:</strong><br>✅ Face-Up Scoring<br>✅ Shooting Touch<br>✅ Length &amp; Offensive Fluidity</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2454445"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67dcd1c441694"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Spencer is a rim-to-rim big who plays with a chip on his shoulder. He's an active rim protector and shot changer, using his quick leaping ability and timing to anchor the paint defensively. He's also shown flashes of development as a face-up scorer and straight-line driver. As that part of his game continues to grow, Spencer's upside becomes even more intriguing.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>Translatable Skills:</strong><br>✅ Shot Blocking &amp; Paint Defense<br>✅ High Motor &amp; Physicality<br>✅ Emerging Offensive Versatility</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2476666"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67dcd1c441779"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Alexander is a strong, undersized forward who makes up for it with effort, toughness, and rebounding. He's active on both ends, defends bigger players well, and finishes through contact. His motor and ability to make hustle plays give him clear value, and as he refines his mid-range game, he'll continue to make noise.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>Translatable Skills:</strong><br>✅ Rebounding &amp; Physicality<br>✅ Paint Finishing<br>✅ Defensive Energy</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2635232"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67dcd1c441865"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Hall is a long, athletic forward who plays hard and has shown improvement in his face-up game. He's at his best running the floor, finishing around the rim, and using his length to disrupt on defense. With continued development in his ball-handling and shooting, he could become a real mismatch at the next level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>Translatable Skills:</strong><br>✅ Transition Finishing<br>✅ Defensive Versatility<br>✅ Length &amp; Athleticism</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2243330"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67dcd1c441935"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Nyakundi is a floor-spacing big who has confidence in his outside shot and plays with a good feel for the game. His combination of height, length, and perimeter touch makes him a natural fit for modern systems. As he becomes more assertive defensively and in traffic, he'll elevate his overall impact.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>Translatable Skills:</strong><br>✅ Perimeter Shooting for Size<br>✅ Offensive Feel<br>✅ Positional Size &amp; Skill</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->