Under the Radar: Virginia’s 2027 Small Forwards to Know

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Virginia's 2027 class features plenty of depth on the wing, including several prospects who may not be getting the attention they deserve. Here is a look at some under the radar 2027 small forwards who college coaches should have on their radar heading into the high school season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2470603"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6abd1f151d985"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Lessley is a skilled, sharp shooting wing and a high academic prospect with an impressive offensive skill set. He can knock down shots off the catch or off the bounce, has a good feel for the game and is an effective passer. Lessley can also attack a closeout, get into the paint and finish above the rim. His combination of shooting, skill and academics should have some of the country's top small college programs in pursuit.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2353664"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6abd1f151d9d8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Byrd brings a nice combination of size, strength, length and athleticism to the wing. He is a reliable shot maker who can stretch the floor from beyond the arc and has a good feel for the game on the offensive end. Byrd also competes defensively and has the physical tools to be a versatile defender at the next level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2780037"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6abd1f151da0d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Rose brings an intriguing combination of positional size, shooting and feel to the perimeter. The high academic 2027 prospect is a dangerous shot maker with range well beyond the arc, while also showing the vision and passing ability to create opportunities for teammates. His basketball IQ and offensive versatility make him a prospect small college programs should be tracking closely.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3651533"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6abd1f151da3c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A left handed wing with positional size, Miller continues to rise in our 2027 rankings. He has a good command of the basketball and can create his own offense off the dribble, showing the ability to score at all three levels. An above average athlete, he can get downhill and finish effectively in the paint. There is still plenty of room for growth, and his best basketball appears to be ahead of him.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2353645"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6abd1f151da69"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Kim is a skilled offensive wing who can impact the game in a variety of ways. His ability to knock down perimeter shots opens up his ability to attack off the dribble, where he uses his quickness and athleticism to attack closeouts and finish in the paint. He has the versatility to score at all three levels and brings good positional size to the perimeter. Kim also plays with a good feel, rarely forcing the action and consistently making sound decisions within the offense.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->