2026 Group 1 Forward Prospects to Track

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>July is about half over, meaning the summer AAU season is in full swing. The 2026 class is primed to make its mark this July, especially in the front court. Here are the 2026 Group 1 forward prospects to watch.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1859563"],"_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-6876610a2b32b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Boyd excels on the gridiron as well, but is also a force on the hardwood. The 6'4 forward explodes off the floor for dunks and can finish through contact around the rim. Boyd has a good first step, which he uses to get to his spot on the floor and is an underrated passer. He rips down rebounds at both ends of the floor and has the athleticism to defend multiple positions on the floor. Boyd is a physical forward prospect who should fill up the stat sheet this month.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1948974"],"_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-6876610a2b3b3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Adegbite has had a big spring and June, which should continue into July. The 6'5 forward attacks the basket with a purpose as he finishes strong above the rim and can make shots through contact. Adegbite can also score in the mid-range and his range extends out to the three-point line. He is a force on the boards and uses good timing to swat shots around the basket. Adegbite has picked up a couple of D2 offers this spring and summer and is looking to expand that offer over the next couple of months.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2348977"],"_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-6876610a2b427"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Skillman has the potential to have a big July with his ability to impact the game at both ends of the floor. The 6'4 forward knows how to get position down low and has a nice touch around the basket. Skillman sets strong screens in the half court and is an underrated passer. He is tough to boxout on the offensive glass and is an underrated defender. Skillman is a physical forward prospect who should continue to dominate the interior this summer and fall.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1919205"],"_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-6876610a2b474"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Young has the ability to play either forward spot and should put that on display this summer and winter. The 6'4 forward has a good first step, which he uses to get into the paint and has a nice touch around the rim. Young moves well without the ball in his hands, freeing himself for open layups and jumpers in the half court. He fights for rebounds on both ends of the floor and uses his length to get deflections on defense. Young is a tough forward prospect who should continue to impact the game at both ends of the floor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2857847"],"_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-6876610a2b4b9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Lustig has the ability to play either perimeter spot and should put that on display the rest of the summer and fall. The 6'3 wing has a good first step, which he uses to get to the rim and finishes well around the basket. Lustig is more than just a slasher as he has a nice release on his jumper and sets his feet before he shoots. He moves well without the ball in his hands and has the length to defend multiple positions on the floor. Lustig's ability to stretch the floor is something that will help his stock in a big way.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->