2027 Rankings Update: Top Newcomers

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 2027 rankings update is here with 200 prospects taking part of the update. New prospects are added to the update and this one is no different. Here are the top newcomers from the 2027 rankings update.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2470853' first='Kamsi' last='Awaka'], 6'9 PF Blair Academy</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Awaka is the highest rated newcomer in the rankings update and is primed to have a monster summer. The 6'9 forward finishes strong above the rim and is able to draw contact in the paint. Awaka knows how to get position in the paint and runs the floor hard on both ends. He swats a ton of shots around the rim and is getting more comfortable with switching out onto screens in the pick-and-roll game. Awaka is a talented post prospect who should continue to grow his game 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='2879017' first='Peti' last='Rosta'], 6'10 PF Blair Academy</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Awaka isn't the only Buccaneer forward on the list as Rosta is another newcomer in the update. The 6'10 forward has a good face-up game as he can put the ball on the floor and his range extends out to the three-point line. Rosta can also score around the rim and can pass out of the post. He works for rebounds on both ends of the floor and uses his length to influence shots around the rim. Rosta is a skilled forward prospect who should make an immediate impact in his debut season in the States.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2875236' first='Jayden' last='Lau'], 6'3 PG Lawrenceville</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Lau is an intriguing guard prospect as he has the ability to play both on and off the ball. The 6'3 guard has a good first step, which he uses to blow by his defender and finishes nicely around the rim. Lau can also score in the mid-range and sets his feet before he shoots. He pushes the pace nicely in transition and has the length to defend both backcourt spots. Lau should make plays at both ends of the floor throughout the summer, which will help his stock in a big way over the next couple of months.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2864800' first='Talon' last='Wehmeyer'], 5'11 CG Mendham</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Wehmeyer has had a strong spring and is looking to carry that over into the summer. The 5'11 guard uses his handle to get to his spot on the floor and rarely gets sped up by on-ball pressure. Wehmeyer is more than just a slasher as he has a good release on his jumper and makes opponents pay for giving him space behind the arc. He is an underrated passer and moves well without the ball in his hands. Wehmeyer should show his ability to play both on and off the ball this summer, which will help his development in a big way.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2858280' first='Eshaw' last='Iddi'], 6'7 PF Patrick School</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Iddi joins a talented Celtics squad, but that won't stop him from making his presence felt over the next couple of months. The 6'7 forward finishes strong around the basket and is able to draw contact in the paint. Iddi can also put the ball on the floor and sets solid screens in the half court. He works for rebounds on both ends of the floor and holds his ground on the defensive end. Iddi's ability to make plays at both ends of the floor is something that will help raise his stock in a big way.</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='2421355' first='Kyle' last='Dixon'], 6'1 SG/PG Patrick School</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2858263' first='Zach' last='Derstine'], 6'11 C/PF Wayne Valley</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2421360' first='Tom' last='Diomedi'], 6'4 SF/SG St. Joseph Regional</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2327063' first='Jason' last='Whitlock'], 6'5 SG Peddie</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2858267' first='Oscar' last='Martinez'], 6'5 SF St. Peter's Prep</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->