5 Impressive 2026 Connecticut Prospects: Part 2

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The state of Connecticut overall has a great group of talented prospects in the class of 2026. Today, I will be highlighting five more names that have impressed me in their sophomore year! Let's get started once more!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2452540"],"_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"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66af980a00af2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2452540' first='Julius' last='Washington'] is a long and&nbsp;lanky&nbsp;guard who thrives on the interior. He uses the glass perfectly, as the ball drops through the next without any difficulty. His upright stature helps him stay straight on his jumps and absorb contact at the rim. Washington can also drive inside with a quick first step and finish creatively and expertly. He is not afraid of getting dirty in the paint and loves to bring down rebounds and add some additional points on putbacks. Washington's length and wingspan help him defend opposing players and his athleticism pops on this end of the floor. With more development on his jumper, Washington can turn heads in the coming years and get more eyes on him in the process.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2465124"],"_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"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66af980a00b4b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2465124' first='Michael' last='Waters'] is a ball handler extraordinaire. He is shifty and dances with the basketball. Ultra confident, Waters uses his fancy moves to create space in the mid-range for open jumpers. He also creates space from deep, as his moves give him room to knock down pull-up threes. Waters can also shoot off the catch making him an all-around dangerous offensive weapon. While lacking in strength, he makes up for it by using his whit to make smart reads to find cutters and make dump-off passes. Waters will also put in effort on the defensive end by diving for loose balls and intercepting bad passes. The tough shotmaking that Waters brings to the table is so impressive at his age and is absolutely one to watch.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2465120"],"_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"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66af980a00b8f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2465120' first='Ezayi' last='Mauristhene'] is a fast quick twitch guard with lots of upside and potential. He runs like a gazelle and can pass any defender whenever he wants to. In transition, it's almost a guarantee he will be at the rim for easy bucket opportunities. In the half-court, Mauristhene shows a lot of skills as a lead ball-handler. He can pull up on a dime from mid-range and three. He can find the open man to give his teammates easy scoring looks. Mauristhene can also keep defenders guessing with a soft touch floater and is a capable off-ball shooter in the corners that helps the overall offense. Mauristhene's speed and skill make for a player who will impress coaches and get on more radars very quickly.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2341410"],"_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"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66af980a00bcf"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2341410' first='Rowan' last='Introzzi'] is a strong and physical wing&nbsp;who has&nbsp;a well-rounded scoring package. He is pretty&nbsp;nimble&nbsp;and fluid for his size and can take any contact at the rim. Introzzi can bully mismatches and takes advantage of his strength and filled-out frame. He can play with pace and take his time to get the highest efficiency shots possible on his drives. Introzzi can also space the floor with a high-release three-point shot and has even shown some ability to hit fadeaways in the post. His playmaking skills in the post are remarkable, finding cutters with advanced reads. Programs and coaches should take note, as Introzzi brings a unique blend to any team.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2633438"],"_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"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66af980a00c63"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2633438' first='Alex' last='Roth'] is a lights-out floor spacer. He is adept at coming off screens and knocking down three-point jumpers with ease and effectiveness. Roth can also fake out defenders with simple pump fakes and knock jumpers off the dribble. He's got a nice floater too, which he uses to keep defenders honest on the baseline. Roth has great relocation ability and is in the right place to find himself with the best opportunities to shoot the rock. He can also drive when he has the ball in his hands and can finish with either hand. On defense, Roth can play the passing lanes for fastbreak buckets. Any program needing a shooter should keep a close eye on him in the coming years.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->