Top 2022 Illinois Wing Prospects

<p>Who are the top wing prospects in the 2022 class in Illinois?  Time to look at the best of the best at the shooting guard and small forward positions here!</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="863582" first="Jaden" last="Schutt"] (Yorkville Christian)</strong></p> <p>Current Ranking: #2</p> <p>Schutt is the best shooter in the state and it’s not really close.  The Yorkville Christian two guard is an elite shot maker moving without the ball to get open, drilling spot up shots, and creating his own pulling up.  He has proven over the last year he is much more than just a shooter however.  Plus athlete that can put it on the deck, play on or off the ball, shows playmaking flair, and is a solid defender.  Complete two guard that is a priority for high-majors in the Midwest!</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="863588" first="Kam" last="Craft"] (Buffalo Grove)</strong></p> <p>Current Ranking: #8</p> <p>The Buffalo Grove 6’4” small forward is a creative wing that can really shoot the rock.  Loves drilling threes from the corners and running into them in transition.  Also mixes in mid-range shots and shows bounce off the dribble including explosiveness at the rim.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="996059" first="Jeremiah" last="Talton"] (Quincy)</strong></p> <p>Current Ranking: #9</p> <p>At 6’6” this wing is a big time athlete with major bounce around the hoop.  Shot it at a 40% clip from three last season showcasing a free and easy release.  Free and easy release with a projectable game and helium heading into his junior campaign. </p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="999561" first="Patrick" last="Robinson Jr"] (Oswego East)</strong></p> <p>Current Ranking: #12</p> <p>During the summer Robinson solidified himself as a legit D1 prospect.  Big and strong wing that is a straight bucket getter.  Rises up over defenders for jumpers.  Burst off the dribble getting downhill and is a force in transition with a head of steam behind him.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="1048713" first="Kamryn" last="Thomas"] (Hillcrest)</strong></p> <p>Current Ranking: #15</p> <p>Thomas emerged this summer for Team RWA.  The long and rangy wing presents projectability with his frame being able to add more strength going forward.  He has a feathery jump shot and can put it on the deck attacking off the dribble.  Has go to scorer potential at the next level.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="863592" first="Darius" last="Duff"] (Lake Forest Academy)</strong></p> <p>Current Ranking: #16</p> <p>Duff is an athletic 6’3” combo guard with a wiry frame.  Burst with the ball on the first step.  Got to the rim throughout the Illinois Wolves scrimmages we evaluated this summer including finishing through contact and with scoop shots.  Hit deep pull up threes as well.  Brings athleticism to the table on both ends!</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="863598" first="Bobby" last="Durkin"] (Hinsdale South)</strong></p> <p>Current Ranking: #17</p> <p>Skilled 6’5” forward has an extremely feathery outside shot from beyond the arc.  Can put it on the deck a including strong straight line takes for a nifty finish at the cup.  His passing feel has also made strides.  Showed a good sense of getting others involved in both the half court and transition at the Breakaway scrimmages.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="863619" first="Ben" last="VanderWal"] (Timothy Christian)</strong></p> <p>Current Ranking: #18</p> <p>At 6’6” he has positional size and can really shoot it from three.  Drills an array of triples off the catch from the wings and corner.  Also displays his bounce running the floor and finishing in transition with monster jams.  Flashes as a passer and cutter at times too.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="863584" first="Tye" last="Banks"] (Springfield Lanphier)</strong></p> <p>Current Ranking: #21</p> <p>This Springfield Lanphier shooting guard consistently gets in the lane and scores buckets finishing through contact.  Burst with the ball in his hands.  Powerful guard with a solid all-around skill level.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="925192" first="AaReyon" last="Munir-Jones"] (Tinley Park)</strong></p> <p>Current Ranking: #24</p> <p>Munir-Jones is a smooth and athletic backcourt player at the off guard spot.  He has a sweet pull up game and can get loose in transition.  Really like what he brings defensively getting steals and taking them the other way.  Potential to develop into an impact player on both ends of the floor.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="996060" first="Caden" last="Pierce"] (Glenbard West)</strong></p> <p>Current Ranking: #29</p> <p>Plus size, strength, and skill combination out for this wing.  High level shot maker that drills triples with excellent form.  Displays creativity off the bounce on nifty layups and runners.  Can pass it a little bit as well in the open floor.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="863617" first="Shaedon" last="Simpson"] (Lake Forest Academy)</strong></p> <p>Current Ranking: #30</p> <p>Long and rangy 6’4” shooting guard that is developing as a really nice two way wing.  He is at his best slashing through traffic and getting to the rim with his long strides.  Capable shooter and is a quality defender.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="863613" first="AJ" last="Redd"] (St. Ignatius)</strong></p> <p>Current Ranking: #33</p> <p>Redd is a long and thin two guard that played quality minutes last season for St. Ignatius.  Slick ball handler that wins off the bounce changing gears and gliding to the hoop.  Flashes passing feel from his wing spot.</p>