4A/3A Wings Who Played Their Best Ball In January

January provided a strong snapshot of why these underclassmen wings are so intriguing long term. With good size and versatility, they put together productive games by impacting multiple areas of the floor. Their perimeter shooting kept defenses honest, while their ability to get to the rack added consistent pressure in the half court. Combine that with rebounding and defensive effort, and it's clear these young wings are already finding ways to contribute and setting the foundation for bigger roles ahead.    Rich had a strong stretch for Eagle Ridge Academy, playing a major role in the team's 5–1 run. He averaged 24.2 points per game, highlighted by a 30 point outing, and recorded three double doubles, including a season high 17 rebounds that underscored his physicality and competitive motor. At 6'4”, he presents consistent matchup problems with his size and strength, scoring efficiently around the rim while continuing to extend his range on the perimeter. He defends multiple positions, rebounds his position at a high level and is effective in transition where he runs the floor hard and finishes through contact. His confidence with the ball is trending up, and his overall impact on both ends continues to grow     Duran came up huge in January with performances so impressive it showed his all around production he brought to The Pinnacle night after night. Posting 12.1 points and 8.8 rebounds, he was a consistent presence on the glass while still carrying a scoring load. His 4.3 assists reflected his feel for the game and willingness to make teammates better, and the 2.9 steals showed his disruptive defensive impact. As a wing Duran's shooting forces defenses to close out, allowing him to create space and attack gaps. His quickness and timely flashes to the rim kept pressure on opponents and helped drive his strong month     Alexander stood out because of his consistency and growing offensive confidence for DSST Conservatory Green in January. Helping lead his team to a 6–2 month, he established himself as a reliable second scoring option, averaging 11.3 points and 5.8 rebounds. The 6'4” sophomore reached double figures in six games, showing he can produce night after night rather than in flashes. His size allows him to impact the glass, while his perimeter game continues to expand. As the season has progressed, his three point shooting has become a real weapon, forcing defenses to adjust and opening up the floor for his team     Soliz made the most of his increased minutes in January, and the production paid dividends for Valley. In six games, he reached double figures four times, including a season high 19 points, showing he can capitalize when given opportunity. His activity on the glass added another layer to his impact, helping extend possessions and create extra chances. Constant movement makes him difficult to defend, as he spaces to the corner and punishes defenses by knocking down the deep ball at a strong 43 percent clip. When defenders close out, Soliz has shown growth by cutting hard to the rim and finishing inside, rounding out a productive month     Diggins has been a major spark for 16–1 Forge Christian, elevating his play in a big way throughout January. He put together standout scoring performances of 17, 17, and a season high 34 points, while also grabbing a season best 10 rebounds, showing his ability to impact the game beyond just scoring. His strength lies in his constant cutting and ability to get to the rim, where he finishes at an elite 60 percent from the field. That efficiency makes him difficult to contain, especially off the ball. On the other end Diggins adds real value with his perimeter defense, consistently locking down opponents and setting the tone defensively

January provided a strong snapshot of why these underclassmen wings are so intriguing long term. With good size and versatility, they put together productive games by impacting multiple areas of the floor. Their perimeter shooting kept defenses honest, while their ability to get to the rack added consistent pressure in the half court. Combine that with rebounding and defensive effort, and it's clear these young wings are already finding ways to contribute and setting the foundation for bigger roles ahead.