2028 Rankings Update: Top Newcomers

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 2028 rankings update are here with nearly 200 prospects taking part. Every update is filled with new prospects and this one is no different. Here are the top newcomers in the 2028 rankings update.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='3544161' first='Mateo' last='Bensimon'], 6'5 PF Teaneck</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Bensimon is the top ranked newcomer in the update after a strong sophomore campaign for Teaneck. The 6'5 forward uses his strong frame to get position down low and has a soft touch around the basket. Bensimon can also put the ball on the floor and has a high release on his free throws. He rips down rebounds on both ends of the floor and holds his ground on the defensive end. Bensimon is a gritty forward prospect whose ability to control the paint at both ends of the floor is something that will help his stock at both ends of the floor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='3270158' first='Jack' last='Martinez'], 6'0 CG St. Benedict's</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Martinez had big moments for the Gray Bees during the course of the season and is looking to carry it over into the spring. The 6'0 guard has a tight handle, which he uses to get into the paint off the bounce and finishes nicely around the rim. Martinez can also score in the mid-range and moves well without the ball in his hands. He plays with composure on the ball and slides his feet on the defensive end. Martinez is a skilled guard prospect who should make plays with the ball in his hands over the course of the next couple of months.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='3421069' first='Rashad' last='Donaldson'], 6'2 SG Camden Catholic</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Donaldson had big games for the Fighting Irish during the postseason as he averaged 14.5 points per game. The 6'2 guard has a clean release on his jumper and can get hot from distance in a hurry. Donaldson is more than just a shooter as he can also get to the rim off the bounce and finishes well around the rim. He is a strong rebounder and is an underrated passer. Donaldson is a sharpshooting guard prospect who should continue to torch the nets from distance during the spring and summer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='3544068' first='Tristen' last='Dickerson'], 6'0 PG/CG Westampton Tech</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Dickerson had a strong season for the Panthers as he helped them take home the Central Jersey Group 3 title. The 6'0 guard plays with poise on the ball as he rarely gets sped up by on-ball pressure and is able to find his spot on the floor. Dickerson threads passes to his open teammates in the half court and is a strong rebounder. He works hard on the defensive end and is able to play off the ball as well. Dickerson is a gritty guard prospect whose ability to run the offense effectively is something that will help his stock throughout the spring and summer AAU seasons.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='3588224' first='Pat' last='Crawford'], 6'3 SG/SF Cumberland</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Crawford had a monster sophomore season as he put up nearly 450 points and 200 rebounds. The 6'3 wing attacks the basket with a purpose as he finishes strong around the rim and can make shots through contact. Crawford can also get position in the post and is an underrated passer out of the post. He skies for rebounds on both ends of the floor and uses his length to make an impact on the defensive end. Crawford had five 20-10 games in the 2025-26 season and is looking to bring that productivity into the spring and summer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Other Prospects to Watch:</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='3257881' first='Kamran' last='Debarry'], 6'4 PG/SG Arts</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2951756' first='Legend' last='Perkins'], 5'10 PG/SG Summit</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Luke Begashvili, 6'4 CG/SF Brick Memorial</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2814633' first='Shakeem' last='Hester'], 5'11 PG/SG North Plainfield</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='3188039' first='Josiah' last='Brown'], 6'0 PG/SG Montclair</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->