2024 Rankings: Superlatives

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Wrapping up this prospect rankings update with a final look at the current seniors. Here's a run down of accolades for the top prospects in Oklahoma.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>(There are multiple players who would have strong claims to be the best at multiple categories. But to best shine a light on the depth in the class, once a player was named the top in one category, they became ineligible in other catergories) </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">THE BEST PROSPECT</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1367217"],"_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_0_evaluation":"Forsythe retains the top spot in the rankings, as he continues to be a winning player who is carving out an impressive resume at the high school level.  He's a do it all guard for his Pirates, rebounding like a mad man when they play bigger competition, a great set up man and always capable of scoring the tough bucket.  The senior has also continued to become bouncier, as he's regularly rocking the rims in transition. It's hard to find a hole in his game, especially with his now lethal shooting ability off the dribble.rnrnDale has started the playoffs on fire, as the favorites to claim the Class 2A crown for the third straight year. It would be a strong ending to an almost storybook like run for Forsythe.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65d0ebeebd0ca"} /--> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">THE BEST MOTOR</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1332074"],"_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_0_evaluation":"As a freshman, Warlick started on a Class 6A semifinalist squad. Then followed up that debut performance as the engine of back to back Class 6A State Titles teams.  He's been a ferocious rebounder and finisher for all four years. While he has expanded his face up game, became a sneaky good playmaker and has improved his perimeter shooting. They are all testaments to the work he puts in off the court. Meanwhile on the court he continues to be a hard hat wearing player, who beats up opponents on the glass.  While also always finishing through contact.   Even on the national level of the EYBL, he found ways to get it done. Regularly producing double doubles against players who will playing for high major programs next year. Odds are, he'll continue to find ways to get it down with Wyoming.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65d0ebeebd11d"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Other Candidates </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1367226' first='Darian' last='Grant']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1367220' first='Ethan' last='Wilkerson'] </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1293568' first='Carter' last='Benton']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1493576' first='Garrett' last='Scott'] </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1793875' first='Jermiah' last='Johnson']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">THE BEST UNSIGNED SENIOR</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1367214"],"_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_0_evaluation":"The all time leading scorer in OCS history is having one of the best seasons in Oklahoma.  He dominates the glass every time he steps out on the court and he remains an outstanding floor stretcher with his reliability as a catch and shoot option from three.  Gray has cleaned up the D2 offers from Oklahoma and other regional colleges. It's unfortunate that the changing dynamics of the transfer portal has made low major and mid major programs shy away from high school seniors in the spring signing period.  Because even a few years ago, the senior forward has the skill, size and now even stronger motor to be a no brainer for many programs at the D1 level looking to add post depth.  If he goes D2, it's an absolute steal for any program lucky enough to secure his signature.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65d638818f805"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Other Candidates</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1343195' first='Chris' last='Mason']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1343197' first='Dalen' last='Fuller']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1807978' first='Reid' last='Cason']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1482830' first='Kabron' last='Lewis']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1293568' first='Carter' last='Benton']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1434246' first='Carlos' last='Adamson'] </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1367219' first='Quincy' last='Hopkins'] <br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">THE BEST POINT GUARD</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1367215"],"_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_0_evaluation":"Tramble has been an impact player since his freshman year, with a skilled offensive scoring package.  While he can scare in a variety of ways, he has thrived this year as the man pulling the strings for Class 6A favorites Edmond North.  He's just as capable of running a half court offense, as he at pushing it with tempo and throwing pinpoint transition passes that lead to lobs and open threes. When the cerebral guard is on his game, he's one of the very best players in Oklahoma. He'll be headed to Independence Community College where he's expected to be the ringleader of a infusion of Oklahoma talent to the prestigious Jayhawk JuCo conference.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65d0ebeebd163"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Other Candidates </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1367217' first='Dayton' last='Forsythe'] </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1293621' first='Dylan' last='Snow']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1493576' first='Garrett' last='Scott']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1585764' first='Gavin' last='Loper']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1482833' first='Micheal' last='Graham'] </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1293618' first='Adonis' last='Holiman'] </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1367224' first='Madden' last='Padilla'] </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">MR VERSATILE </h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1367222"],"_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_0_evaluation":"The lanky wing-forward was the catalyst for Norman's run the last two months that helped them claim the 6A-2 District crown. Combs-Pierce has taken his game to the next level a senior. He remains a destructive defensive threat, using his huge wingspan and great timing to be a strong shot blocker.  But he's become more comfortable handling the rock, which has led to improved playmaking skills and the ability to confidently hit jumpers when teams sag off to account for his strong finishing ability at the basket.  The senior has chosen the JuCo route that is now the most common path for high school recruits.  He has a good chance to be an u0022One and Doneu0022 to the D1 level prospect while getting run in the Jayhawk with Independence Community College.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65d638818f865"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Other Candidates</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1332074' first='Dylan' last='Warlick'] </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1343195' first='Chris' last='Mason']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1367220' first='Ethan' last='Wilkerson']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1295662' first='Titus' last='Miller']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">THE BEST ATHLETE</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1343197"],"_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_0_evaluation":"Fuller has been assaulting rims since he was in middle school, and has always been the u0022Human Highlight Reelu0022 of this class.  Along with his effortless leaping ability, his end to end speed makes him a terror in transition.  But his production was among the most volatile in the class, with questionable decision making as a shooter and passer. That made him a boom or bust prospect as an underclassmen, now as a senior he has been one of the best players on one of the best teams in the state.  Fuller is still capable of dunking on anyone, but he's greatly improved his passing ability. Establishing real chemistry with the Redhawks' skilled post prospects.  His willingness to give the ball up has made him even more dangerous as a scorer, with the lefty still capable of catching fire and rattling off consecutive makes in the mid-range and beyond the arc.  Union has established themselves as one the most complete and best teams in 6A, and the all around impact of the uber-athletic Fuller has been a key component.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65d0ebeebd1a6"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1343195' first='Chris' last='Mason']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1482837' first='David' last='Wilson']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1482827' first='DJ' last='Dill']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1367219' first='Quincy' last='Hopkins'] </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2047078' first='Jodie' last='Shavers'] </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1293601' first='Jeremiah' last='Deering'] </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1807982' first='Boxy' last='Wallace'] </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2344120' first='Sheen' last='Saunders JR']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">THE BEST DEFENDER</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1367226"],"_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_0_evaluation":"The Harding University commit is a ferocious on the ball defender who often hounds guards with his combination of strength and quickness. And has enough vertical pop to his game to occasional switch down low, battle with bigs, grab key boards and block the occasional shot.  For Moore, he has a been a key scoring option for the last two seasons. Which is what makes his commitment to the defensive end even more impressive.  It gives Grant a clear path to earning run next season as a u00223 and Du0022 player for the Bison.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65d0ebeebd1e9"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Trashuan Combs-Pierce</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1367216' first='Ja'Mon' last='Valentine'] </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1793875' first='Jermiah' last='Johnson']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1408377' first='Tatum' last='Ridge']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1295731' first='Jordan' last='Warrior'] </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">THE BEST SHOOTER</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1343196"],"_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_0_evaluation":"After a spring and summer where Dixon proved his bonafides on a nationwide scale with over 40% shooting on the Nike EYBL Circuit, he's continued to fill it up from deep with new Grind Prep.  The senior hasalways had the purest shooting strokes in this class, which often makes it look every shot is going in. Dixon is another Oklahoman headed up north, to play in the tough Jayhawk JuCo league with Independence Community College. With the proliferation of the transfer portal and COVID eligibility, a year long pit stop at the JuCo has become a common path for Oklahoma prospects to reach their D1 dreams. Expect for the Grind Prep guard to have an opportunity to follow in that path.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65d0ebeebd22b"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Other Candidates </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1367217' first='Dayton' last='Forsythe'] </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1482830' first='Kabron' last='Lewis']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1293568' first='Carter' last='Benton']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1482836' first='Carson' last='Jones']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1293618' first='Adonis' last='Holiman']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1173411' first='Jackson' last='Welch']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1295662' first='Titus' last='Miller']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1295660' first='Tucker' last='Shepherd']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1698329' first='Camden' last='Hyman']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1781779' first='Jesse' last='Ledbetter']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">THE MOST IMPROVED</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1293568"],"_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_0_evaluation":"A sharpshooter earlier in his career, Benton has been one of the steady grinders who has put his head down and expanded his overall game. He's already started to fill out his 6 foot 3 frame, which has made him a stronger  scorer at the rim and a more physical defender as well. Those improvements have turned him into a player who can be impactful even when teams focus on taking away his three point shooting capabilities.  At the high school level that involves a strong mid-range game, while for the next level it likely means he can be a player who can slot as a versatile backcourt piece early on. Growing into a bigger role as an upperclassmen.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65d0ebeebd26d"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1592869' first='Erik' last='Madrid']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1482836' first='Carson' last='Jones'] </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1482832' first='Bryce' last='Potts']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2047078' first='Jodie' last='Shavers'] </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1698329' first='Camden' last='Hyman'] </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">THE MOST UNHEARLDED PROSPECT</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1807978"],"_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_0_evaluation":"Tucked away in southern Oklahoma, Cason has one of the more appealing profiles to college coaches. He's tall, a legit 6 foot 9, possibly pushing 6 foot 10, and he can move very well laterally for a player his size.  He even knocks in the occasion three and there's real promise with his overall touch.  He could be a very dangerous threat as a screener, either rolling to the rim with his verticality or possibly as a pop threat. In his highlights videos and an in person viewing, he's shown the ability to switch onto the perimeter and be a disruptive player who can cause havoc with his height, wingspan and moving his feet.  A recent offer from Air Force (along with his high academic marks) indicate he's a great candidate to be a prospect who's logging key minutes at a D1 program in a few years and people go u0022Oh he's from Oklahoma? I didn't know thatu0022.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65d0ebeebd2af"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations":"","_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65d0ebeebd2ef"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Other Candidates</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1367220' first='Ethan' last='Wilkerson'] </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1807979' first='Nate' last='Reherman']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2287070' first='Justice' last='Johnson']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1482834' first='Jervais' last='Goree']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2303771' first='KJ' last='Nichols']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1159410' first='Devon' last='MacCollister'] </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1625057' first='Kray' last='Rogers'] </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->