Top Unsigned 2023 Small Forwards

<!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">[player_tooltip player_id='965781' first='Marzouq' last='Abdur-Razaaq'] - Accelerated Prep</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"align":"left","id":1427794,"width":239,"height":157,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignleft size-large is-resized"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2022/04/IMG_8445-crop-480x316-1649789156.jpg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2022/04/IMG_8445-crop-480x316-1649789156.jpg?w=480" alt="[player_tooltip player_id='965781' first='Marzouq' last='Abdur-Razaaq'] | The Traveling Hoopers" class="wp-image-1427794" width="239" height="157" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Abdur-Razaaq is the state's top overall small forward and has continued to build off of his previous success, this time with Accelerated Prep. At roughly 6'6, the forward is a knockdown shot creator in the mid-range, having excellent footowork to leverage space. With a long wingspan, Abdur-Razaaq impacts a variety of positions on the defensive end, capable guarding 1-3 and even some smaller 4s. The forward has garned offers from Montana, Manhattan, North Dakota, Rider, Radford, and San Francisco.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">[player_tooltip player_id='1285212' first='Colin' last='Hayes'] - Fossil Ridge</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"align":"right","id":1496728,"width":182,"height":151,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignright size-large is-resized"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2022/06/IMG_3818-e1656393776944.jpg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2022/06/IMG_3818-e1656393776944.jpg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-1496728" width="182" height="151" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Hayes brings a team friendly skillset at roughly 6'5, proving effective with or without the ball. The small forward is a low risk on offense, playing efficiently within his role. Hayes is already a threat off the dribble, typically getting to his spots through straight line drives. He has shown a bit more volume taking short mid-range fadeaways, adding a bit more variability to his halfcourt offense. Through his season with 18-2 Fossil Ridge, he has posted 8.9 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 2.3 assists per game within 50% shooting efficiency. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">[player_tooltip player_id='1420177' first='Jasper' last='Padia'] - Arvada West</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"align":"left","id":1428926,"width":186,"height":177,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignleft size-large is-resized"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2022/04/IMG-4140-rotated-e1649893808837.jpg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2022/04/IMG-4140-rotated-e1649893808837.jpg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-1428926" width="186" height="177" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Padia is a strong forward who has steadily grown his skill level as a shot creator at roughly 6'5. Already dependable as a secondary playmaker, Padia is a potent finisher around the rim following straight line drives. His progression as an above the rim finisher cannot be overlooked either, providing that next step up in athleticism. Through his season wtih 15-7 Arvada West, Padia has posted 16.9 points and 4.4 rebounds per game while shooting 51% from the floor. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">[player_tooltip player_id='1168984' first='Matthew' last='Boldt'] - Fossil Ridge</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"align":"right","id":1172086,"width":228,"height":152,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignright size-large is-resized"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2021/04/Matthew-Boldt1.jpg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2021/04/Matthew-Boldt1.jpg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-1172086" width="228" height="152" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Boldt has been another versatile wing for Fossil Ridge, providing strong defense and notable efficiency from his complementary skillset. Through his senior season with the 19-2 group, the forward has posted 9.5 points, 8.5 rebounds, 2.6 assists, and 1.6 steals per game while knocking down 50% of field goal attempts. Fossil Ridge has one of the state's most potent backline defenses, in large part to Boldt's impact deflecting shot attempts and providing sturdy on-ball defense. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">[player_tooltip player_id='1432264' first='Jamar' last='Mitchell'] - Fort Collins</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Mitchell brings versatility on the defensive end alongside steady growth as a dynamic scorer inside the arc. Through his season with Fort Collins, the forward has posted 12.2 points and 7.5 rebounds per game. He battles in the post versus the state's best frontcourt opponents, matching up well through his bouncy vertical. Be on the lookout for Fort Collins in the upcoming playoffs, they are capable matching up with anybody in the state. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">[player_tooltip player_id='1420176' first='Hunter' last='Hill'] - Eagle Ridge Academy</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Hill is a tenacious forward for one of the top teams in 4A, in no small part thanks to Hill. Standing right around 6'6, Hill is the glue that holds together this group's two-way dominance, going 15-4 on the season. The forward has proven capable hitting teammates with long range, yet accurate passes. Certainly one of the most efficient players in 4A, Hill does not force tough shot attempts. Through his senior year with Eagle Ridge Academy, the senior forward has posted 17.8 points, 5.7 rebounds, 2.3 assists, and 2.2 steals on 69% efficiency. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->