Rankings Update: The Watch List II

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Next up in our rankings coverage is a look at more prospects from the <em>Watch List</em>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Each of these prospects is coming off of a strong winter season and could see their names in the rankings come July.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2711369"],"_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-69e5732ea9635"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Tvardzik, a guard out of <em>Hamden Hall Country Day School</em> in Connecticut, is a crafty shotmaker that does a nice job of creating his own offensive off the bounce. The 6'0" lefty does a great job of creating space off the bounce, is tough when he gets into his step-back game, and has some creativity as a finisher around the rim. He plays with good pace in the half-court and does a nice job of turning the corner and making reads out of ball screens. Defensively, he can really defend at the point of attack and has the ability to create turnovers as an off-ball defender.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2868673"],"_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-69e5732ea96c9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Walford, a guard out of the <em>Brooks School</em> in Massachusetts, thrives as a two-way playmaker that can really shoot the ball. At 5'11" with long arms, he's a capable perimeter defender that plays with good lateral mobility and the ability to jump passing lanes to create turnovers. Offensively, he impressed this winter as an off-ball shot maker, showing deep range on his jumper and the ability to get it off against most defenders. He's got a quick first step, has the ability to finish over size at the rim, and has developed his game off the bounce when attacking closeouts.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2915557"],"_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-69e5732ea9723"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Ebika, a forward out of <em>Ayer Shirley Regional High School</em>, put up some huge numbers this winter in the MIAA. The 6'3" forward is a versatile defender that can play at the top of the press or defend a variety of positions in the half-court. He's a plus athlete with good strength that has the ability to rebound both in space and in traffic. Offensively, he does a nice job of attacking the rim off the bounce and has even shown the ability to knock down catch and shoot threes. His strength is an asset that plays to his advantage as a finisher in the paint.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2836141"],"_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-69e5732ea9776"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Arthur, a wing out of <em>Hollis-Brookline High School</em> in New Hampshire, played a major role in his team's run to the NHIAA D2 state championship. The 6'2" wing was the leading scorer for <em>Hollis-Brookline</em>, averaging 17.0 points per game this winter. A lefty, he has the ability to make shots in bunches from behind the arc and does a nice job of operating as a playmaker with the ball in his hands. He shows good vision in transition and is capable of playing through contact as a driver. Defensively, he can guard up and down a position and does a nice job of reading the ball off the rim to chase down defensive rebounds.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2711403"],"_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-69e5732ea97c9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Genova, a guard out of <em>Ridgefield High School</em> in Connecticut, had a breakout season this winter, impressing with his ability to make shots at a high level from behind the arc. He has a high and compact release that allows him to quickly get his shot off on the catch and also plays with good instincts as an off-ball mover. He uses his jab steps to create space, is a willing ball mover, and has started to show signs of leveraging his shooting to open up driving lanes. Defensively, he does a nice job of competing on the ball, is the first to the floor for loose balls, and chases down rebounds in space.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We'll wrap up our rankings coverage for the <em>Class of 2027</em> tomorrow with a look at five more prospects on the <em>Watch List</em>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->