Rankings Update: The 2028 Centers

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Next up in our coverage of the&nbsp;<em>Class of 2028</em>&nbsp;is the&nbsp;<em>center</em>&nbsp;position - with 14 prospects at the position appearing in our latest rankings update.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The top ranked <em>center</em> from this update is the <em>Tilton School's</em> <strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='2470876' first='Salim' last='Diaby']</em></strong> (more on him below). He's followed closely by <em>Milton Academy's</em> <strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='2832761' first='Sonny' last='Dellasanta']</em></strong>, the <em>Kents Hill School's</em> <strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='2571895' first='Lincoln' last='Malcore']</em></strong>, and <em>Mount Saint Charles'</em> <strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='2964812' first='Franklin' last='Okeke']</em></strong>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here are five <em>centers </em>to watch from our latest rankings update:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2470876"],"_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-6a1c72edbf23c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Diaby, a forward out of the <em>Tilton School</em> in New Hampshire, is ranked <strong><em>#1</em></strong> among the <em>centers</em> and checks in at <strong><em>#24</em></strong> overall in this update. The 6'11" center has established himself as one of the top underclassmen rebounders in New England. He has good length, a frame that he should be able to add weight to, and is a plus athlete. Defensively, he has good instincts as a shot blocker and the ability to guard in space in spurts with his length. Offensively, he runs the floor well in transition and has a nose for the ball on the offensive glass. He'll play his travel ball with <em>BABC</em>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2964821"],"_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-6a1c72edbf2e5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Greenfield, a forward out of <em>Windsor High School</em> in Connecticut, is ranked <strong><em>#6</em></strong> among the <em>centers</em> and checks in at <strong><em>#45</em></strong> overall in this update. The 6'8" center has had some impressive performances this spring, showing off his athleticism, motor, and skill. He does a nice job of finishing with his back to the basket, playing over either shoulder as a scorer. He's a solid two-way rebounder that attacks the glass and has the strength to fight for rebounds in traffic. On the other end, he's got some versatility to defend both in the paint and on the perimeter. He's playing this spring and summer with <em>Team Locked In</em>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2571912"],"_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-6a1c72edbf358"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Ronndahl, a forward out of the <em>Taft School</em> in Connecticut, is ranked <strong><em>#8</em></strong> among the <em>centers</em> and checks in at <strong><em>#61</em></strong> overall in this update. The 6'8" center has started to make a name for himself on the gridiron, but still impresses with his ability to control the paint on the hardwood. He has long arms and a strong frame, both of which allow him to play bigger than his height. He plays with good footwork offensively and is comfortable finishing with either hand around the rim. Defensively, he's vocal on the back line, moves his feet well in switches, and does a nice job of walling up without fouling around the rim.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2560891"],"_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-6a1c72edbf3d3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Dowling, a forward out of <em>Pentucket Regional High School</em> in Massachusetts, is ranked <strong><em>#12</em></strong> among the <em>centers</em> and checks in at <strong><em>#97</em></strong> overall in this update. The 6'6" center is another prospect that has made a name for himself on the football field, while also showing off some budding skill on the basketball court. He has long arms and good instincts on the defensive end of the floor, allowing him to not only be a switchable defender, but also a quality rim protector. Offensively, he attacks the offensive glass and is even comfortable attacking closeouts off the bounce from the perimeter. He plays his travel ball with the <em>New England Storm</em> and will head to <em>Governor's Academy</em> in the fall where he'll join the <em>Class of 2029</em>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2571894"],"_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-6a1c72edbf445"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Lyons, a forward out of <em>Worcester Academy</em> in Massachusetts, is ranked <strong><em>#13</em></strong> among the <em>centers</em> and checks in at <strong><em>#98</em></strong> overall in this update. The 6'6" center has some intriguing long-term potential and the ability to impact games now with his versatility. Offensively, he does a nice job operating as a screener and roller, can score in a variety of ways with his back to the basket, and has a bit of a face-up game from the mid-range. Defensively, he's capable of moving his feet to stay in front of ball-handler and does a nice job of competing on the glass. He plays his travel ball with <em>Team Sims</em>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Later this week we'll conclude our coverage for the <em>Class of 2028</em> with a look at the <em>Watch List</em>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->