2028 Rankings Update: Top Small Forward Prospects to Track

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The initial 2028 rankings are here with a little over 100 prospects taking part. The small forward group is filled with talent that will be one to watch over the next couple of years. Here are the top small forward prospects from the 2028 rankings update.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/position-ranking-table {"name":"acf/position-ranking-table","data":{"class":"2028","_class":"field_65cfb7374abb9","position":"77247","_position":"field_65cfbfcb19ad6","national_rankings":"0","_national_rankings":"field_660c1d73c0e49","state":"75759","_state":"field_65cfb88a603fe"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67f44d564fc69"} /--> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2436976' first='Marque' last='Johnson'], 6'5 College Achieve</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Johnson is the top ranked prospect in the update and has the potential to have a major AAU season. The 6'5 wing explodes off the floor for dunks and can finish through contact around the rim. Johnson uses his size to rise up over his defender and is developing more confidence on his jumper. He elevates for rebounds on both ends of the floor and has the athleticism to defend multiple positions on the floor. Johnson is a talented forward prospect who should make plays at both ends of the floor over the next couple of months.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2504896' first='William' last='Brunson'], 6'5 Rutgers Prep</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Brunson made an immediate impact in his debut season for the Argonauts as he showed his two-way ability. The 6'5 forward has a good first step, which he uses to get into the paint and finishes strong around the basket. Brunson moves well without the ball in his hands, freeing himself for open layups and jumpers in the halfcourt. He is a strong rebounder and uses his timing to swat shots around the basket. Brunson is an athletic wing prospect whose ability to make plays at both ends of the floor will help his stock in a big way.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2763632' first='Zymere' last='Weaver'], 6'4 St. Thomas Aquinas</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Weaver showcased his skills on both the hardwood and the gridiron as he was one of the top dual-sport athletes in the class. The 6'4 forward has a good handle, which he uses to get to his spot on the floor and finishes well around the basket. Weaver is more than just a slasher as he has a good release on his jumper and sets his feet before he shoots. He moves his feet well on the defensive end and is a solid rebounder. Weaver is a gritty forward prospect who will be one to track over the next couple of months with his defensive versatility.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2628235' first='Josiah' last='Dunkley-Samuels'], 6'6 Life Center Academy</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Dunkley-Samuels has the ability to play either forward position, making him one of the more intriguing prospects in the class. The 6'6 forward runs the floor hard, creating easy opportunities for layups in transition. Dunkley-Samuels knows how to get position down low and has a good touch around the basket. He works for rebounds on both ends of the floor and is an underrated shot-blocker. Dunkley-Samuels' ability to stretch the floor is something that will help his game over the next couple of months.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2390429' first='Bryce' last='Higgins'], 6'3 North Hunterdon</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Higgins is reclassifying into the 2028 class, making him eligible for the rankings. The 6'3 wing attacks the basket with a purpose as he finishes strong around the basket and is unafraid of drawing contact. Higgins can also score in the mid-range and wastes little motion in his release. He is a strong rebounder and is an underrated passer. Higgins has the opportunity to have a big spring and summer with his ability to impact the game at both ends of the floor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Other Prospects to Watch:</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2763590' first='Tahj' last='Gray'], 6'2 St. Joseph (Mont.)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2504897' first='Wayne' last='Sminkle'], 6'4 Pennington</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2414310' first='Bridgie' last='McMillan'], 6'5 Bergen Catholic</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2763621' first='Andre' last='Robinson'], 6'3 Camden</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2763634' first='Triston' last='Harvey'], 6'4 St. Thomas Aquinas</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->