Rankings Update ’27 Wings and Frontcourt Talent Surging

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>There are many wings and frontcourt players who have made an impact since the end of the high school season. Several standout players have earned significant ranking increases based on their development and performance.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3684598"],"_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","fullHeight":true,"anchor":"acf-block-6a5f6e7bdaf5b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Dane knocks down shots from beyond the perimeter with good rotation and a quick, high release, showing no hesitation. He is also effective in the midrange. He is consistent on the boards, showing no fear as he grabs offensive rebounds and battles through traffic to secure possessions. He can also finish at the rim over defenders. He plays with confidence.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3580697"],"_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-6a5f67da349de"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">He uses his presence to be effective in the middle. He shows strong defensive fundamentals and physical strength, disrupting plays and controlling space. He attacks the offensive glass, finishes well in the interior, and scores consistently. He can score over his left shoulder and protects the rim on the defensive end. He uses every inch of his 6'9"–6'10" frame to make an impact on both ends of the floor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2770642"],"_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-6a54f0e5507d8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">I saw him play multiple times over the spring and into the summer, he has been aggressive. His jump from 57 to 8 is well deserved. He runs the floor well catching lobs, slashing to the rim or knocking down jumpnshots. I believe he will continue to grow into his leadership role this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2971063"],"_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-6a5f6e7bdaffe"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Standing at 6'9"-6'10" with a 7'0"+ wingspan, he was immediately an impactful defensive prospect. He moved well on the floor and became an offensive contributor, especially in the dunker spot. He used his size to rebound outside of his area and consistently affected plays with his length. He will play significant minutes this season, and I'm looking forward to seeing the before and after growth in his development.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3478702"],"_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-6a5f7cb6ababb"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Jayden is the all time leading scorer at Christian Brothers Academy (CBA) and is now transferring to Albany Academy in pursuit of higher level competition and increased college exposure. He has a knack for scoring in multiple ways. He shoots it well from the outside and can also mix it up inside. He scores effectively off the dribble, whether getting downhill or creating space for his jump shot.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Additional Prospects </strong><br>[player_tooltip player_id='2861953' first='Ben' last='Wolf'] - <strong>Byram Hills</strong><br>[player_tooltip player_id='3044517' first='Drago' last='Tanase'] - <strong>Thomas Jefferson HS</strong><br>[player_tooltip player_id='2888193' first='Stephen' last='Cox Jr'] - <strong>Holy Cross</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->