2026 Summer Stock Risers – Forwards And Centers

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The class of 2026 was very impressive this summer. There were certainly some forwards and centers that saw their stock rise with their great play. We're going to take a closer look at some of these stock risers!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Check the link below for more summer stock risers!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://prephoops.com/2025/08/2026-summer-stick-risers-guards/","type":"wp-embed","providerNameSlug":"prep-hoops"} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-wp-embed is-provider-prep-hoops wp-block-embed-prep-hoops"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://prephoops.com/2025/08/2026-summer-stick-risers-guards/ </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As a reminder – Be sure to sign up for a Prep Hoops event – The Expo. The Sophomore ID Camp, and the Freshman Showcase. Use code word “HankampHoops25” for a discount when registering!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://events.prephoops.com/e/1627/register/the-expo-michigan">https://events.prephoops.com/e/1627/register/the-expo-michigan</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://events.prephoops.com/e/1596/register">https://events.prephoops.com/e/1596/register</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://events.prephoops.com/e/1562/register/michigan-freshman-showcase">https://events.prephoops.com/e/1562/register/michigan-freshman-showcase</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2564296"],"_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-689b54e55c6a7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Miller showed out this summer and saw his stock rise as a prospect. He was very impressive as an athlete that can run the floor and finish above the rim. Miller proved that he's a threat when facing the rim. He was active on the glass and rebounded well. There's a ton of upside to his game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2497626"],"_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-689b54e55c771"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Talladay had a breakout summer to say the least. This young man brought energy and intensity every minute he was on the floor. Talladay's game is diverse. He physically dominated a 6-10 center one game, then was burying mid range jumpers with touch the next. Talladay averaged well over 10 rebounds a game through grassroots season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1806491"],"_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-689b54e55c830"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">I really liked the overall growth that I saw in VanderWaal's game this summer. He has really soft feet and good body control for a high school post player. VanderWaal once again showed that he can take over on the glass. He's become a definite perimeter threat as well with a much improved jumper.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2112206"],"_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-689b54e55c8cd"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Knott was turning heads this summer with the [program_tooltip program_id='2078459' first='Michigan' last='Playmakers']! He has a strong frame and isn't the slightest bit worried about mixing it up in the paint. Knott rebounds high and goes up and gets it. He's able to find high percentage looks at the rim from securing offensive rebounds.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2110784"],"_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-689b54e55c960"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Gugle could be in the article about guards or forwards, as he projects as a wing at the next level. Gugle saw much increased ball handling responsibilities and decision making this summer. He showed that he can do both - and still be that high flying athlete that throws down finishes above the rim. In 1 weekend this summer, he had over 10 assists working as the ball handler in the pick and roll, but then threw down a dunk that shook the gym floor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->