2026 Watch List Names to Know II

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Today it's Part II of our look at prospects on the <em>Watch List</em> from our most recent rankings update.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In the case of these five, they all appear on the<em> Watch List</em>, and not in the rankings, because we didn't have the chance to evaluate them in person this winter. But, make no mistake about it, these prospects all have a lot of game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Below are five prospects of note from the <em>Watch List</em>:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2875574"],"_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-69c6dd6b6458a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Mwanda, a guard out of the <em>St. Thomas More School</em> in Connecticut, in an impressive prospect with great positional size and length. A post-graduate from out of the region, Mwanda has the ability to get into the paint off the bounce, where he does a nice job of finishing with touch over size and spraying it out to shooters for open threes. He's got a quick first step, plays at different speeds as a driver, and shows good vision when operating out of ball screens. Defensively, his length and foot quickness are assets, as he's a quality defender both at the point of attack and also at the top of a press. He remains undecided on his college destination.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2696725"],"_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-69c6dd6b645fe"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Roman, a wing out of <em>West Haven High School</em> in Connecticut, helped lead his team to the CIAC Division 1 state championship this winter. The 6'5" guard is a high level athlete that thrives as a downhill driver and is capable of scoring over or through defenders at the rim. He's a quick twitch athlete that can quickly change directions, shows the ability to score as an off-ball cutter, and has a high release point on his jumper, allowing him to get it off at any time. His combination of athleticism and length allows him to play as a high level and incredibly switchable defender, capable of making plays on the ball, in passing lanes, and on the glass. He remains undecided on his college destination.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3562018"],"_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-69c6dd6b6464b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Nguyen, a guard out of <em>Medomak Valley High School</em> in Maine, had a coming out party this winter, cementing his place among the top prospects in the state. The 6'3" guard averaged over 21 points per game, while also showing the ability to fill up a stat sheet with rebounds, assists, and steals. Defensively, his size and lateral mobility allowed him to guard multiple positions, while his athleticism aided in his ability to chase down rebounds in space. Offensively, he thrived as an on-ball creator, capable of finding others off the bounce or getting his own baskets by creating space with the dribble. He's a capable shooter from behind the arc and in the mid-range and impresses with his creativity as a finisher around the rim. He will continue his academic and athletic careers at <strong><em>Maine-Farmington</em></strong>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2875599"],"_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-69c6dd6b64693"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Berry, a forward out of <em>Cape Cod Academy</em> in Massachusetts, is a big, strong forward that does a nice job of playing within himself, particularly on the offensive end of the floor. He has a big frame that he uses to ward off defenders, as both a driver and post up guy, and also shows the ability to score it with touch over size. He can stretch it to the perimeter, where he attacks closeouts off the bounce with some shiftiness to his game. Defensively, he holds box outs well and has the ability to guard any front-court spot due to his strength. He remains undecided on a college destination.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2625377"],"_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-69c6dd6b646d6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Fein, a guard out of <em>Norwell High School</em> in Massachusetts, wrapped up his high school career with some national headlines as his playoff game-winner against <em>Swampscott</em> made ESPN's Top 10 Plays. Fein is a 6'1", high academic, playmaking guard that does a nice job of balancing his scoring with his playmaking duties. He plays with good pace in the half-court, can change directions quickly off the bounce, and has impressive vision as a passer. As a scorer, he finishes with touch in the paint and is capable of making threes off the bounce or in catch and shoot situations. Defensively, he knows how to play angles and plays with both strength and aggressiveness at the point of attack. He remains undecided on a college destination.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Rankings coverage for the <em>Class of 2026</em> will continue this week with a look at more prospects from the <em>Watch List</em>, as well as some notable <em>Unsigned Seniors</em>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->