2027 Rankings: New Look Top 10

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>It had been a while since our last rankings update, which led to some big shake-ups and a bunch of new additions. Given the amount of change throughout the rankings, let's take a minute to check in on the top 10 and see how things are stacking up.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading">1. [player_tooltip player_id='2375385' first='Jalen' last='Davis'], PG, Bremerton</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Davis holds it down as the top prospect in this 2027 class as he continues to rack up state championships and high-major Division I offers. His most recent offers include UCLA, San Diego State, and Iowa. The Bremerton point guard joined the likes of Zoom Diallo, Paolo Banchero, and Abdul Gaddy, amongst others, as juniors who've won Washington's Gatorade Player of the Year award.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading">2. [player_tooltip player_id='2196830' first='Jaylen' last='McLaughlin'], PG, Bothell</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Bothell point man is another Division I prospect in this 2027 class, accumulating a couple more offers last year from Arkansas State and Washington State. McLaughlin averaged over 29 points, four rebounds, and four assists last season, proving to be not only a dynamic scorer and shooter, but a high-level playmaker.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading">3. [player_tooltip player_id='3026380' first='Alassane' last='Doucoure'], PF, Mode Prep</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Doucoure went unknown to a lot of Washington hoop fans last year as a member of the new Eastern Washington prep school, Mode Prep. He's quickly made a big impression playing with Northwest Rotary Rebels this spring, showcasing his extraordinary length and big-play ability around the rim. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading">4. [player_tooltip player_id='2140846' first='Micah' last='Ili-Meneese'], CG, Rainier Beach</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>One of the stars of the state tournaments, Ili-Meneese is one of the top two-way prospects in this 2027 class. He's demonstrated an ability to excel in different roles and displayed uncanny efficiency throughout the past year. Look for him to lead Friends of Hoop's 17U EYCL squad this spring and summer, and count on more offers to follow his January Portland State offer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading">5. [player_tooltip player_id='2393367' first='Kametrius' last='Babbs'], SF, Rainier Beach</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Probably the most athletic prospect in this class, Babbs' length and bounce made him an incredible rebounder, defender, and finisher this past season. His leaping ability and highlight plays above the rim will continue to garner lots of attention, but the 6-foot-5 wing has also shown improvements spotting up behind the arc, which will continue to help open doors to the next level. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading">6. [player_tooltip player_id='1974915' first='Zubayr' last='Toms'], SG, Mode Prep</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Another newer name to fans on the west side of the state, Toms makes it two Mode Prep players suiting up with Northwest Rotary Rebels this spring. The combo guard caught our attention right away this winter with his blend of athleticism and outside shooting. He's continued to light it up from behind the arc this spring, and at his best, he boasts an all-around impactful skill set.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading">7. [player_tooltip player_id='2140802' first='Achilles' last='Reyna'], PF, Rainier Beach</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The third Rainier Beach Viking and counting to crack our top 10, Reyna might not even end up playing college basketball, as his stock as a high-major football prospect has skyrocketed over the past year. That dynamic multi-sport success only highlights the athleticism he possesses at 6-foot-8, and he's also continued to demonstrate excellent ball skills that have made him a player to watch for quite a while now.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading">8. [player_tooltip player_id='2392951' first='Sudan' last='Luok'], SG, Renton</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Another primetime athlete in this top 10, Luok has all the makings of an elite defender and rebounder from the wings, and continues to improve his efficiency as a jumpshooter. His defensive instincts have led to some huge plays and made him a constant disruptor, and he has the confidence to challenge just about anyone at the rim on either end.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading">9. [player_tooltip player_id='2388404' first='Wesley' last='Armstrong'], SF, Rainier Beach</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Armstrong is the fourth and final Rainier Beach Viking in our top 10, and he could be the biggest "breakout" player for them next season. He really made his breakout statement during his sophomore year at West Seattle before taking a detour to Austin, Texas. Back in-state at Rainier Beach last year, he showed his power and athleticism in a rotational role, but should get plenty of run next season and has the ability to be a dominant presence inside.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading">10. [player_tooltip player_id='2144895' first='Jayden' last='Hunt'], PG, Lake Washington</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Coming in at number ten in our latest update, Hunt is just a guard who gets it done. He has quick feet, can run forever, and shows toughness around the rim, but in reality, it's all the little things that make him a prospect to know. He draws those little bumps inside and can finish at any angle, uses screens as well as anyone in the state, draws fouls at a high level, and picks his spots to keep teammates in rhythm and stay efficient from the field. After playing with Idaho Premier last spring, he's back in Washington playing with Seattle Select.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->