2028 Rankings Update: Stock Rising Centers

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>With the release of our <a href="https://prephoops.com/georgia/rankings/2028-rankings/" id="https://prephoops.com/virginia/rankings/2028-rankings/">2028 Top 100 Player Rankings</a>, here is a closer look at some of the top post players in the sophomore class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2436950"],"_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-69cbdd161e45e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">One of the nation's top centers, Julius is a mobile big man with impressive size and length. An above-average athlete, he gets off the floor easily and plays with a high motor that impacts both ends of the floor. He has solid hands and shows the ability to score on the block, while his mobility allows him to run the floor and stay active in the paint. With his physical tools and effort level, Julius projects as a highly impactful frontcourt presence.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2624488"],"_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-69cbdd161e4ce"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Another prospect with significant upside, Freeman finished the season strong at Jonesboro and looks poised for a breakout offseason. The sophomore has high-level size and length, paired with impressive athleticism that allows him to finish effectively around the rim. Defensively, he impacts the game with his ability to alter and block shots in the lane. With his physical tools and late-season momentum, Freeman is a prospect trending upward.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3553052"],"_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-69cbdd161e522"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The sophomore is a strong, hard-playing post prospect who brings consistent energy and physicality. He finishes effectively around the rim, plays with a high motor, and rebounds his area well on both ends of the floor. He also shows the ability to pass out of the post. His toughness and activity level make him a college prospect in the 2028 class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2608207"],"_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-69cbdd161e569"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">More of a traditional post presence, Witzigreuter brings good strength and physicality to the interior. He finishes efficiently around the rim, rebounds well on both ends, and plays with a consistently high motor. His toughness and ability to control the paint make him a reliable and productive frontcourt option.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3553072"],"_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-69cbdd161e5aa"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Sheppard is a mobile big man with good touch in the paint, particularly effective finishing over his left shoulder. He plays with a high motor, rebounds consistently on both ends, and runs the floor well, changing ends with ease. His mobility and activity level make him a reliable interior presence with potential as a college prospect.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->