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Ny Prospects that are in Other areas shining

Ny Prospects that are in Other areas shining
Aasim Sullivan
Aasim Sullivan January 24, 2026 @ 07:32 AM
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Jahda Swann
Jahda Swann 6'4" | CG | 2026
VA
Talib Martin
Talib Martin 6'6" | SF | 2027
New E
Josh Powell
Josh Powell 6'4" | SG | 2026
CA-S
Chidi Nwigwe
Chidi Nwigwe 6'6" | SG | 2026
UT
Ethan Mgbako
Ethan Mgbako 6'5" | SF | 2026
VA
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>New York continues to produce high-level talent, and this season a number of prospects are making noise outside the state lines. Whether they're competing at prep schools, national programs, or new environments, these NY natives are proving they can thrive anywhere. Their impact has been impossible to ignore, and their stock is only trending up. Here are some of the New York prospects shining in other states right now.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1729827"],"_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-6974ca059fac5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Powell is a skilled wing who continues to show a polished offensive game. Once he gets to his spots, he can rise up and shoot over the defense with confidence. He plays at a smooth pace and never looks rushed, even against physical pressure. Powell has a knack for taking and making big shots when the moment calls for it. He creates quality looks with strong footwork and a patient approach in the mid-range and beyond the arc. He also does a good job using change of speed to get defenders off balance and open up his scoring chances. With his shot-making ability and poise, he's a tough cover and a player who can swing momentum quickly.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2234110"],"_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-6974ca059fb30"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Powell is a skilled wing who continues to show a polished offensive game. Once he gets to his spots, he can rise up and shoot over the defense with confidence. He plays at a smooth pace and never looks rushed, even against physical pressure. Powell has a knack for taking and making big shots when the moment calls for it. He creates quality looks with strong footwork and a patient approach in the mid-range and beyond the arc. He also does a good job using change of speed to get defenders off balance and open up his scoring chances. With his shot-making ability and poise, he's a tough cover and a player who can swing momentum quickly.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"null","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6974ca059fbd9"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2466505"],"_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-6974ca059fc25"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Swann has come in and made an instant impact with his new team. He's an athletic, attacking slasher who plays with confidence and pace. As a lefty, he can heat up quickly and put pressure on the defense in a hurry. Swann is highly athletic and can get off the floor fast, finishing plays above the rim when he has space. He's a strong finisher in traffic and consistently converts through contact around the basket. In transition, he's tough to stop because of his speed, explosiveness, and ability to play through defenders. With his downhill mentality and scoring punch, he brings a jolt of energy every time he steps on the floor.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1595669"],"_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-6974ca059fc6d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Nwigwe is a smooth, athletic wing who continues to show a high-level offensive package. He has real breakdown ability and can create separation off the bounce to get into his scoring spots. Nwigwe can knock down the three consistently, which keeps defenses honest and opens up driving lanes. He also has the athleticism to get to the basket and finish plays when he turns the corner. Once he finds his rhythm, he can heat up quickly and score in bunches. He plays with great pace and poise, never forcing the action and letting the game come to him. With his shot-making and ability to attack closeouts, he's a tough matchup and a player to keep a close eye on.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1595666"],"_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-6974ca059fcb5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Mgbako is a tough, physical guard who plays with a competitive edge on both ends of the floor. He consistently gets downhill and puts pressure on the rim with his strength and burst. Mgbako brings a nice pace to the offense and stays under control while creating scoring chances. As a shooter, he spaces the floor well and makes defenses pay when they help off him. Defensively, he can guard multiple positions and take on different matchups with confidence. He embraces contact, fights through screens, and stays active in the gaps. With his two-way impact and downhill mentality, Mgbako is a winning piece who can help a team in a lot of ways.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

New York continues to produce high-level talent, and this season a number of prospects are making noise outside the state lines. Whether they're competing at prep schools, national programs, or new environments, these NY natives are proving they can thrive anywhere. Their impact has been impossible to ignore, and their stock is only trending up. Here are some of the New York prospects shining in other states right now.

Josh Powell

Josh Powell

HEIGHT 6'4"
POS SG
CLASS 2026
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Josh
Powell SG
Class
2026
Height
6'4"
HS
Veritas Prep
|
CA-S
Ny Prospects that are in Other areas shining
Powell is a skilled wing who continues to show a polished offensive game. Once he gets to his...
Written by Aasim Sullivan
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Josh Powell

State: Southern California
School: Veritas Prep
Club: New York Jayhawks
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Talib Martin

Talib Martin

New E
SF
HEIGHT 6'6"
POS SF
CLASS 2027
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Talib
Martin SF
Class
2027
Height
6'6"
HS
St. Andrew's School
|
New E
Ny Prospects that are in Other areas shining
Powell is a skilled wing who continues to show a polished offensive game. Once he gets to his...
Written by Aasim Sullivan
Read more at PrepHoops.com
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Talib Martin

State: New England
School: St. Andrew's School
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Highlights

Jahda Swann

Jahda Swann

HEIGHT 6'4"
POS CG
CLASS 2026
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Jahda
Swann CG
Class
2026
Height
6'4"
HS
The St. James Academy
|
VA
Ny Prospects that are in Other areas shining
Swann has come in and made an instant impact with his new team. He’s an athletic, attacking slasher...
Written by Aasim Sullivan
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Jahda Swann

State: Virginia
School: The St. James Academy
Club: New York Lightning
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Chidi Nwigwe

Chidi Nwigwe

UT
SG
HEIGHT 6'6"
POS SG
CLASS 2026
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Chidi
Nwigwe SG
Class
2026
Height
6'6"
HS
Wasatch Academy
|
UT
Ny Prospects that are in Other areas shining
Nwigwe is a smooth, athletic wing who continues to show a high-level offensive package. He has real breakdown...
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Chidi Nwigwe

State: Utah
School: Wasatch Academy
Club: Mokan
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Vanderbilt
Ethan Mgbako

Ethan Mgbako

VA
SF
HEIGHT 6'5"
POS SF
CLASS 2026
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Ethan
Mgbako SF
Class
2026
Height
6'5"
HS
Oak Hill Academy
|
VA
Ny Prospects that are in Other areas shining
Mgbako is a tough, physical guard who plays with a competitive edge on both ends of the floor....
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Vanderbilt
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Ethan Mgbako

State: Virginia
School: Oak Hill Academy
Club: NY Rens
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