Building Iowa’s Perfect Wing – Class of 2028

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Taking traits from different wings across the state of Iowa's class of 2028 and creating the perfect prospect at the position.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://prephoops.com/2026/05/building-iowas-perfect-wing-class-of-2027/">Building Iowa's Perfect Wing – Class of 2027</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Athleticism:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2523901' first='Halbert' last='Jackson'] - Cedar Rapids Washington</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>An explosive wing that can do just about anything on the basketball court, Jackson's calling card is his athletic ability. Sure, he can step outside and shoot it, put the ball on the floor and defend -- especially with his frame -- but the 6-foot-5 wing can also throw down dunks with ease, chase down blocks in the open court and guard multiple positions because of his athleticism. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Shooting:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2523932' first='Kalan' last='Steinbeck'] - Council Bluffs Lincoln</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The lone player in this group with a high-major offer, [player_tooltip player_id='2523932' first='Kalan' last='Steinbeck'] broke onto the scene this season for Lincoln, putting up a team-leading 15.2 points per game for the Lynx. At 6-foot-7 and lanky, Steinbeck could be put into the 'Size and Frame' category, but the Nebraska recruit is so much more than that. With a pretty looking jumper that he keeps defenses honest with, his three-point shooting may be the best part of his game and the facet that best translates to the next level. Last season, he shot 44.1% from three and a ridiculously good 87.7% from the free throw line. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Playmaking:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2594655' first='Pete' last='Craig'] - Waukee</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A recruit on the precipice of seeing his recruitment pop, Craig can do a little bit of everything on the basktball court. Able to complement whomst ever he's playing alongside, Craig can do a littel bit of everything on the offensive end. Able to attack off the dribble, score, and throw down dunks, he can also be used as a screener in the pick-and-roll, and he possesses good vision for his size and position. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Versatility:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2917306' first='CJ' last='Mosala'] - Council Bluffs Lincoln</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A bigger wing, Mosala is quick with the ball in his hands, and he can beat opposing teams in a ton of different ways. Able to pull up from three and drill shots as a skilled wing/big, Mosala can also take advantage of a matchup, backing them down to the basket and finishing with a smooth floater. With that pretty looking jumper Mosala also utilizes a lethal shot fake, either attacking off the dribble or using a step-back shot. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Finish Through Contact / Toughness:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2523891' first='Carter' last='Thielen'] - Lewis Central </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A prospect that thrives off the dribble and getting both feet in the paint, Thielen shows not fear when looking to get down hill and attack the basket. Whether he's matched up with a player at a similar size, or he encounters a big trying to protect the rim, Thielen will go right at them, looking to get an easy two for his team. Taking contact and finishing, all while not complaining to the officials, Thielen brings a toughness to the court that's contagious. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->