Breakout Candidates: 2026 Class

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The season officially begins in less than 2 weeks. Here I am breaking down which players are breakout candidates for each class, starting with the 2026 class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2173096"],"_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-690cdc57bb67c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">This season, watch out for Rakin, he is poised to lead his team with remarkable impact. His aggressive ball-handling, utilizing both hands with ease and leveraging his speed, makes him a constant threat on the court. His shooting is lights-out, confidently pulling up without hesitation and finding his rhythm early in games. Beyond scoring, he excels at identifying gaps in defenses, securing buckets, and seamlessly involving his teammates, elevating the entire team's performance.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2205069"],"_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-690cdc57bb6e0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Over the summer, William has evolved his game significantly, showcasing impressive growth on both ends of the court. Offensively, he's become a versatile threat, effortlessly attacking the basket and sinking deep shots with consistency. His mid-range game stands out the most, demonstrating precision and confidence that keeps defenders on their heels. Defensively, he leverages his length effectively, disrupting passing lanes and maintaining relentless aggression on the boards.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2375350"],"_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-690cdc57bb732"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Keep an eye on this pure point guard who's set to facilitate the offense at an elite level. With the ball often in his hands, he showcases excellent composure under pressure, handling it smoothly and attacking gaps quickly to create scoring opportunities or find open teammates. Looker's relentless hustle stands out, as he plays with unmatched intensity and effort on both ends of the court. This is a player whose impact will be felt in every game, making him a key figure to watch this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2751497"],"_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-690cdc57bb782"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Luke is a sharpshooter with an exceptional touch from beyond the arc. His confidence is unmatched, effortlessly launching threes from any spot on the court, especially when given even a sliver of space. If defenders rush to contest his shot, Luke's quick first step allows him to blow by them, attacking the rim with authority. Once inside, he's equally adept at finishing through contact or dishing out precise passes to open teammates.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->