2027 Rankings Update: Top Newcomers

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 2027 rankings update is here with over 230 prospects ranked. With every rankings update, new prospects join 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='1406765' first='Milak' last='Myatt'], 6'4 SG Life Center Academy</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Myatt re-classed into the 2027 class, making him the top newcomer in the update. The 6'4 guard attacks the basket with a purpose as he finishes strong around the rim and can draw contact in the paint. Myatt uses his size to see over his defender and can knock down open jumpers from behind the arc. He has the length to defend multiple positions on the floor and can defend multiple positions on the floor. Myatt is a talented guard prospect who has the opportunity to make plays on and off the ball throughout the course of the season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2610671' first='Jalen' last='Mehu'], 6'5 SF/SG Patrick School</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Mehu is an intriguing prospect to track in the class as he can play either spot on the perimeter. The 6'5 wing has a good first step, which he uses to blow by his defender and finishes nicely around the rim. Mehu moves well without the ball in his hands, freeing himself for open layups and jumpers in the half court. He uses his length to cause disruptions on the defensive end and is an underrated passer. Mehu is a lanky wing prospect who should impact the game at both ends of the floor throughout the course of the season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2514196' first='Jackson' last='Cullert'], 6'7 CG Hun</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Cullert has started off the season on a high note and should continue to make plays this winter. The 6'7 guard has a nice release on his jumper and can get hot from distance in a hurry. Cullert is more than just a shooter as he can also put the ball on the floor and finishes well around the basket. He slides his feet on the defensive end and rarely forces jumpers in the half court. Cullert is a sharpshooting guard prospect who should torch the nets this winter.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='3228535' first='Colt' last='Lumpris'], 6'6 PF Lawrenceville</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Lumpris' collegiate future is on the gridiron, but that won't stop him from making an impact on the hardwood. The Alabama football commit uses his strong frame to get position down low and has a nice touch around the basket. Lumpris can also put the ball on the floor and can pass out of the post. He skies for rebounds on both ends of the floor and uses his athleticism to influence shots around the rim. Lumpris is a physical forward prospect who should rip down rebounds and defend the paint is something that will help Lawrenceville win games in the 2025-26 season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2980797' first='Abraham' last='Desrosiers'], 6'2 CG Linden</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Desrosiers will get opportunities to play on and off the ball, which will help his development over the next couple of months. The 6'2 guard uses his handle to get to his spot on the floor and knows how to finish around the basket. Desrosiers sets his feet before he shoots and wastes little motion in his release. He works hard on the defensive end and is an underrated rebounder. Desrosiers is a tough guard prospect who should score inside the paint and defend the ball over the next couple of months.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Other Prospects to Know:</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2933726' first='Thomas' last='Coleman II'], 6'1 CG Nottingham</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2933620' first='Luis' last='Guzman Martinez'], 6'0 PG/SG Cliffside Park</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2952239' first='Xavier' last='Sam'], 6'2 PG/CG St. Mary's Rutherford</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2969833' first='Kendell' last='Philistin'], 6'3 SF Union Catholic</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2964629' first='Justin' last='Darkwa'], 6'2 SG/CG St. Thomas Aquinas</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->