2027 Rankings: Athletic Playmakers In The Top 25

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In this article, I feature five very athletic playmakers who make smart decisions and are capable of producing eye-popping highlights.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1945840"],"_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-6a458391ef137"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1945840' first='Ien' last='Kirkland']'s build and ability to pick up steam are two of his top attributes. He is almost like a running back when he gets downhill, and I thought he did a great job of converting difficult finishes at Section 7. He also gets to his jumper well and splash in 3's when left unmarked. While he still has room for growth, the potential is there. Now he just needs the production to match, which could very well come during his senior year at DPAC.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2288366"],"_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-6a458391ef205"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2288366' first='Jordyn' last='Perdue'] sits at #18 in the latest 2027 rankings. He does a good amount of damage in the paint, utilizing his bounce and touch around the rim to finish. He's also started to expand his offensive game, and he'll become even more dangerous once his outside shot becomes consistent. Defensively, he can guard multiple positions and alter shots with his length and athleticism.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2280428"],"_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-6a458391ef1aa"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2280428' first='Jaylan' last='Virgil'] comes in at #20 in his Nevada Rankings debut. He has impressed me so far with both his athleticism and shooting, speeding by opponents in the open court and knocking down shots from the perimeter. Virgil can also create deflections on the defensive end and will push the pace whenever possible after forcing turnovers. Expect him to build off his performance at NLI, and he'll be a prospect to monitor during the July live period.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2471021"],"_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-6a45828d8f99c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Ja'Cory Boyce can carve up the defense thanks to his burst and crafty maneuvers. He will drive right by his matchup if they get out of position, and he draws contact often when attacking the basket, allowing him to get to the free throw line at a solid rate. He also looks to deliver quality passes when his teammates have better looks. On the other end of the court, he pesters opponents with his energy and can come up with steals.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2812155"],"_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-6a458391ef2cb"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2812155' first='Mason' last='Robles'] stays at #25 in the new 2027 rankings. He is a well rounded prospect that can make contributions on both ends of the court. He scores in transition, can drain 3-pointers, and occasionally gets open in the paint for floaters and layups. As a defender, he matches feet with his opponent and utilizes his length + active hands to make his man feel uncomfortable. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->