2028 Rankings Risers

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Rankings coverage continues today for the <em>Class of 2028</em> with a look at some <em>stock risers</em> from the latest update.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The individual who rose the most? That would be <strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='2883064' first='Jordan' last='Maxson']</em></strong>, who rose an astounding <strong><em>57</em></strong> spots in this update and will continue his high school career this fall at the <em>Tilton School</em>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Below are five more prospects that made substantial (more than 10 spots) jumps in this rankings update.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2862217"],"_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-6a70db1a178df"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong><em>+54</em></strong> (<em>#108</em> to <em>#54</em>)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Bishop, a forward out of the <em>Brunswick School</em> in Connecticut, rose an impressive <strong><em>54</em></strong> spots in this rankings update and now sits at <strong><em>#54</em></strong> overall. The 6'6" forward plays with a lot of offensive versatility; showing the ability to finish at multiple levels and to operate as a playmaker out of the post. He does a good job of attacking closeouts to get downhill and finish athletically around the rim too. Defensively, he's mobile enough to guard on the perimeter and has the strength and length combination to make a big impact on the glass.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2964832"],"_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-6a70db1a17975"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong><em>+36</em></strong> (<em>#89</em> to <em>#53</em>)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Kilroy, a forward out of the <em>Dexter Southfield School</em> in Massachusetts, rose an impressive <strong><em>36</em></strong> spots in this rankings update and now sits at <strong><em>#53</em></strong> overall. The 6'6" forward has added noticable strength and is playing with more assertiveness on both ends of the floor. A lefty, he's got some craftiness to his game as a finisher in the paint, does a terrific job of setting screens, and has a quick first step off the bounce. On the other end, he plays way bigger than his listed height and shows good instincts and the ability to keep opponents off the offensive glass.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3348956"],"_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-6a70db1a179e9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong><em>+25</em></strong> (<em>#111</em> to <em>#86</em>)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Panda, a forward out of <em>Beverly High School</em> in Massachusetts, rose an impressive <strong><em>25</em></strong> spots in this rankings update and now sits at <strong><em>#86</em></strong> overall. At 6'8', Panda has established himself as one of the better floor spacing forwards in this class. He's got a high release point, does his work before the catch, and can knock shots down in bunches. He's continuing to develop his body, which should allow him to be more efficient in the paint. Defensively, his length is an asset that allows him to make plays in passing lanes, protect the rim from the help side, and to rebound in space.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2689486"],"_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-6a70db1a17a85"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong><em>+19</em></strong> (<em>#38</em> to <em>#19</em>)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Parris, a guard out of the <em>South Kent School</em> in Connecticut, rose an impressive <strong><em>19</em></strong> spots in this rankings update and now sits at <strong><em>#19</em></strong> overall. At 6'5" with long arms and plus athleticism, Parris has established himself as one of the best defenders in this class. He covers ground quickly, knows how to play angles, and competes relentlessly at the point of attack. Offensively, his jumper continues to develop, he can get downhill off the bounce, and he knows how to use his physical tools to finish efficiently around the rim.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Parris recently announced that he has reclassified to the Class of 2029 - a status that will be reflected in our soon to be released update for 2029.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2689496"],"_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-6a70db1a17af6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong><em>+16</em></strong> (<em>#26</em> to <em>#10</em>)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Abdulrahman, a forward out of <em>Mount Saint Charles Academy</em> in Rhode Island, rose an impressive <strong><em>16</em></strong> spots in this rankings update and now sits at <strong><em>#10</em></strong> overall. A muscular and athletic 6'8" forward, Abdulrahman has expanded his offensive game as much as any prospect in this class over the last six months. He's a terrific two-way rebounder, can get out and finish with authority in the open floor, and even shows the ability to create off the bounce from behind the arc. Defensively, he uses his strength to his advantage as a post defender, is an atheltic help side shot blocker, and does a nice job of moving his feet when forced into switches on the perimeter.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Later in the week, we'll begin our positional breakdowns for the <em>Class of 2028</em> with a look at the <em>point guards</em>. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->