The Future: 2029 Ballers Making Noise Early

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2890849' first='Avery' last='Jones'] | W | The Rock | @1AveryJones</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Jones has the early look of a national-level freshman. At 6-5, he scores from all three levels, finishes in transition, and impacts the game with his length and athleticism. He showed a little bit of everything — shooting, slashing, defending — and backed it up with real production.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2950854' first='Jaidyn' last='Davis'] | W | Hilliard | @Jaidyndavis</strong>s</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Davis brings a strong 6-6 frame and already plays with confidence. He scored inside with physicality and flashed touch as a perimeter shooter. With his size and early polish, he's a freshman who should keep climbing.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Josue Oku | F | Jordan Christian Prep | @josueoku29</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>One of the most explosive freshmen in the gym. At 6-9, Oku protected the rim, owned the glass, and finished above the rim with ease. Still raw in areas, but his athletic tools and presence in the paint were impossible to ignore.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2634415' first='Michael' last='Williams'] | F | Wiregrass | @Mikethehooper6</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Williams is shaping up as a real sleeper in the 2029 class. The 6-8 freshman has soft touch, consistent paint scoring, and the ability to attack gaps off the dribble. He showed promise in ball screens — finishing, making reads, and using his length to impact plays.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2920092' first='John' last='Mapuor Madol'] | F | Jordan Christian Prep | @JohnMapuor</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Madol is a long, fluid 6-9 wing who looks the part of a long-term high-major recruit. He runs the floor well, plays above the rim, and impacts both ends with his length and mobility. Tons of upside as he grows into his frame and skill set.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Carter Kenny | G | SFA | @car4t_er</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Kenny turned in a productive weekend with National going 2–0, putting up 17 points in game one and 9 in game two with a clutch and-1 to force overtime. His tight handle, feel for the game, and ability to control the offense make him one of the more polished young guards in this group.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2921062' first='Rylan' last='Maples'] | W | Inspiration Academy | @Rylanmaples2029</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Maples is a strong, athletic wing who finishes through contact and plays above the rim. He showed comfort stepping into mid-range looks and was active all day around the basket. Plenty of upside as he continues to round out his skill set.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2843994' first='Morgan' last='Stanley'] | W | Saint John Paul II | @morgan_sta48411</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Stanley was steady throughout the day. At 6-4 with good body control, he's developing a versatile game — improving his handle, scoring in multiple spots, and impacting plays without forcing things.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Ishmael Jean-Baptiste | G | Charlotte | @IshmaelJean34</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Strong debut with 17 points and 12 rebounds in his first high school game. At 6-3, he uses his size well as a slasher and rebounder. Plays hard, competes, and showed early signs he can be a tough matchup for opposing guards.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->