2021 Rankings Breakdown: DC Area Stock Risers

<p>Prep Hoops Maryland recently updated its <a href="https://prephoops.com/maryland/rankings/2021-rankings/"><strong>class of 2021 rankings</strong></a>, and now it's time to take a closer look. Here is a breakdown of the DC Area's 10 biggest stock risers.</p> <p><strong>#30 | [player_tooltip player_id="1107107" first="Brian" last="Ayafor"] | Rock Creek Christian | Previous Rank: #66</strong></p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="1107107" first="Brian" last="Ayafor"]</strong> enjoyed a productive winter playing on winning teams in multiple leagues. One of the things that makes Ayafor so effective is his versatility. Despite being relatively undersized, he plays above-the-rim on both ends of the floor. Ayafor protects the rim and he attacks the glass with aggression. He is also mobile enough to switch on the perimeter defensively. Offensively, Ayafor is best when getting downhill. He has an explosive first step and is strong with the ball. You don't want to be late on your rotation when Ayafor is charging down the lane because he is probably looking to finish emphatically. </p> <p><strong>#33 | [player_tooltip player_id="902025" first="Malcolm" last="Dread"] | Gonzaga | Previous Rank: #52</strong></p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="902025" first="Malcolm" last="Dread"]</strong> has grown into a tremendous leader. The confidence he is playing with is evident in his positive body language and calm temperament. Dread's perimeter jumper has improved. Both the spot-up three and the mid-range pull-up have become dependable weapons. Dread's on-ball defense remains a strength of his game as does his communication and positional awareness. </p> <p><strong>#40 | [player_tooltip player_id="1049634" first="Will" last="Scherer"] | Gonzaga | Previous Rank: #60</strong></p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="1049634" first="Will" last="Scherer"]</strong> is certainly in consideration as one of the most improved local prospects in the past 3-6 months. The big fella has an outgoing personality that translates to the court. Scherer is often heard barking out instructions to his teammates as he patrols the paint. He's becoming a nightmare matchup for opponents in the low post. Scherer has a signature running sky-hook that he has just about perfected. He is also comfortable using a drop step and dunking the ball in traffic, but also gets easy points by just running the floor.</p> <p><strong>#43 | [player_tooltip player_id="902033" first="Kris" last="King"] | Archbishop Carroll | Previous Rank: #79</strong></p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="902033" first="Kris" last="King"] was one of the most valuable players throughout The St. James Winter League. The intensity that he plays with on both ends is outstanding. King's versatility is a huge asset for his team's up-tempo style.</p> <p><strong>#44 | [player_tooltip player_id="902049" first="Kent" last="King"] | Archbishop Carroll | Previous Rank: #111</strong></p> <p>Like his twin brother Kris, <strong>[player_tooltip player_id="902049" first="Kent" last="King"]</strong> thrived at The St. James this winter. He played unselfishly, competed defensively, and was dangerous in transition. </p> <p><strong>#71 | [player_tooltip player_id="902029" first="Chace" last="Davis"] | St. Andrew's | Previous Rank: #84</strong></p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="902029" first="Chace" last="Davis"]</strong> is on the shortlist of players who can get a bucket at will. He has meticulously crafted an effective mid-range game that he relies upon in late-clock situations. Davis is a good athlete who is best when in the open court where he usually scores or makes a play for his teammate. </p> <p><strong>#78 | <a href="https://prephoops.com/player/alfred-worrell-jr/">Alfred Worrell Jr.</a> | Archbishop Carroll | Previous Rank: #90</strong></p> <p><a href="https://prephoops.com/player/alfred-worrell-jr/"><strong>Alfred Worrell Jr.</strong></a> did not get a chance to showcase his talent in a traditional WCAC campaign but held his own against top-level competition at The St. James. He routinely scored in double figures, making multiple threes in several games but also mixing it up inside the arc as well. </p> <p><strong>#83 | [player_tooltip player_id="902082" first="Jasir" last="Tremble"] | Theodore Roosevelt | Previous Rank: #129</strong></p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="902082" first="Jasir" last="Tremble"]</strong> is a microwave at the point guard position. He is a very good shooter from the perimeter with who is always ready to shoot and has a quick release. Tremble comes from a program at Roosevelt where you have to play hard on defense, so he's conditioned to get after it on that end as well. </p> <p><strong>#85 | [player_tooltip player_id="902054" first="Vladan" last="Malavrazic"] | St. Mary's Ryken | Previous Rank: #141</strong></p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="902054" first="Vladan" last="Malavrazic"] </strong>has made strides since he first arrived at Ryken. He is a towering paint presence who helps out on the boards and defensively. Malavrazic has improved offensively and can score with his back to the basket. </p> <p><strong>#99 | [player_tooltip player_id="954244" first="Elisha" last="Brown"] | Lanham Christian | Previous Rank: #122</strong></p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="954244" first="Elisha" last="Brown"]</strong> had some productive outings with Lanham this winter. The energetic forward is a resilient competitor who does all the little things that contribute to wins. </p>