2027 Rankings: Tough Evaluations

After a quiet sophomore season, Bradshaw has a fascinating spring. While he has the athleticism to play on the perimeter, he's been willing to play inside and then work outside. One of the better athletes in the class, as he doesn't need a "runway" to elevate. Can dunk off two feet, complete with drop step moves into dunks on the block. Has hit in the mid-range and from threes in games watched. Improving his handle will be one of the next steps for him. But do enjoy the way he's embraced some of the dirty work aspects of basketball with rebounding and playing around the rim.   Very likely could be too low given his upside and recent play. Table is set for a potentially monstrous junior season.     Another inside-outside prospect. When his motor is running, he's a battler inside. And a strong all around athlete. Good bounce in transition. Has the ability to catch fire from three, especially as a floor spacing, catch and shoot threat. Rhodes ability to attack off the bounce still needs improvement. But he has an outstanding base of size and athleticism. Which could lead to him really taking off over the next year.     Usually it's the football vs basketball long term debates for high upside, multi-sport prospects like Williams. In this case, it's basketball vs baseball. As a basketball prospect, Williams is very intriguing. Especially as his production spiked as a sophomore. He's a 3/4 hybrid forward, who can shoot it well enough that he must be accounted for out to the three point line. While also being capable of attacking open lanes, with highlight reel slams. Clearly has the potential to be a next level basketball prospect if that's the path he chooses. But even if baseball is his future, he'll be a key part of an exciting MSM team that will have the chance to make noise in Class 4A.     Has grown to around 6'5 now, good shooter from deep with quality all around athleticism. Reynolds' game came in spurts this past winter, with very promising flashes while playing for an inexperienced Carl Albert team. Consistency is the next step, which this spring was a good step in the right direction. Potential is there for him to be much more well regarded, especially as an all around scoring wing. Will be at a new school this winter, which could be a catalyst for a junior year leap.     Meely has always passed the eye test. Tall with an even longer wingspan, complete with next level athletic traits. There's been good moments in grassroots. But playing for a well oiled machine like Dale in high school has led to a quieter individual start to his high school career. Still, he's been part of two state titles already, and did contribute more this year. The raw athletic tools point to him being a no brainer college prospect. Especially with the flashes of perimeter skills at his size. But now he'll have to raise his production to more closely match his potential.     It's been interesting to track Chatman. Shooting has always been at the forefront of his game. But a knee injury slowed the start of his high school career. And while he's excelled in camp settings and AAU play, the strong performances haven't translated so far to the varsity level. Summer league/team camp play does seem to indicate that could change this season. Especially as he's transformed his body over recent months. He has a naturally strong frame, but has trimmed up and seems to be maximizing his athletic gifts to be more of a true guard. Even before high school season starts, he has a big summer test with Nike E16 play in South Carolina. Which could help decipher the potential of Chatman.