’28 Rankings Update: Frontcourt Upside Bets

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We updated our 2028 rankings yesterday, found <a href="https://prephoops.com/2026/07/updated-2028-maryland-rankings/" id="https://prephoops.com/2026/07/updated-2028-maryland-rankings/">here</a>. 254 names from Washington DC and Maryland with 36 new names debuting in this updated set. In this article we will cover several of the frontcourt prospects that raised their stock the most this summer with standout play in both scholastic and grassroots events. Let's dive in!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2524416"],"_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-6a5a3395ec883"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Former Rank: 46</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Aguek enjoyed very productive scholastic periods as an emerging frontcourt prospect that impacts the game in a variety of areas. Our #1 center in the 2028 class proved to be an effective shot-blocker as both a helper and on-ball capable of closing the gap quickly whether the offensive player is on the arc or around the rim (first triple double in DMV Live history with double-digit blocks). His rebounding also picked up at both ends of the floor and he's playing more patiently around the rim to score at a more effective clip. His shooting is probably the most underrated aspect of his game as he is slowly becoming a viable pick n pop threat from beyond the arc. Very interested to watch him develop over the next season in a more consistent role with the Hoyas. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3036652"],"_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-6a5a3395ec87d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Former Rank: 38</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Wylie has been a really fun watch this summer as a dynamic frontcourt prospect that is taking some strides as a leader for NHA. Wylie can knock down open 18' jumpers, has improved his touch around the rim both on post hooks and putbacks, and is more often in the correct spot to block shots or deter line drives to the rim to serve as a more effective defensive anchor for NHA. The most exciting part is that our staff of scouts believes his best basketball is ahead of him as a versatile frontcourt prospect with a ton of upside. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2722759"],"_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-6a5a3395ec887"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Former Rank: 83</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Ogolla makes a nice leap up the rankings after a string of consistent performances in DC Live where he averaged 15p 6r 1s 1b per game as an anchor for Maret. Ogolla is an absolute workhorse on the glass that uses advanced core strength to carve out space around the basket as a prospect that takes pride in his rebounding ability at both ends of the floor. Excited to see how his game develops as an offensive threat that Maret will need on a nightly basis to lead the way for a young group. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2927438"],"_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-6a5a3e319b82c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Former Rank: 135</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Igwe transfers into SFA as a multifaceted wing that can impact the game at both ends of the floor. Our scouts bumped the dynamic wing up 65 spots after an effective run with the Washington Warriors 16u group that showed his ability to attack the basket, guard multiple spots, and push the pace in transition. Igwe is at his best attacking closeouts from the wings and chipping in on the offensive glass to generate easy looks for his team. Very interested to see how he is deployed and developed on Chase St after effective 2-way performances against their top two opponents in the scholastic live periods with 14p 6r 2s 1b vs Springdale Prep and 15p 3r 1a 2s 1b vs Paul VI. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2952209"],"_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-6a5a3e319b84e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Former Rank: 152</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-DuPont gets a nice bump in this rankings update after putting together 15p 7r 1a 1s across a full schedule of Summer League at DeMatha. DuPont can put the ball on the ground, knock down an open 18' jumpshot, and slots 3-5 in GCS' lineup as a versatile defender that can cover different spots with his combination of size and strength. The best is probably yet to come for this sturdy forward, but our scouts want to see game-to-game and half-to-half consistency in production as he continues to rise within our rankings. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->