2028 Review – Differencemakers in the Paint

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Some of the most productive athletes inside the arc, providing limitless production from both ends of the floor. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2418491"],"_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-67044cb6a0480"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Already garnering nationwide recognition in the club season and back at Section 7, the 7-footer has all the signs of a must know prospect on the national stage. Bringing soft touch with either hand around the rim, Betts will be a steady contributor out of the screen and roll. Particularly as he begins to fill out his frame over the years, his post game will become even more of a weapon. Although at this stage his rim protection and defensive rebounding will be instrumental in Cherry Creek's success.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2418490"],"_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-67044cb6a04dd"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Duncan brings one of the highest motors in the state, complemented by athleticism and quickness not found often at 6'6 within this state. Continuing to get more assertive off the dribble, once with a head of steam, the forward is about as difficult to slow down as anyone. Adept at finishing around the rim with either hand, Duncan is not fazed by contests or contact, often dishing out hard hits while attacking the lane. The forward has a chance to be one of the state's most versatile defenders, capable of matching up 1 through 5 in due time. Most impactful in the frontcourt at this stage in his career, Duncan still has room to grow with his perimeter game, although he is hands down one of the state's top names.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2530560"],"_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-67044cb6a0525"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Egbuji brings notable size and strength at this stage, capable of throwing down dunks once an opening presents itself. Complemented by smooth footwork in the paint, he has multiple counter moves and finesse finishes in his arsenal. Growing as a initiator from the perimeter, the forward is progressing with his pull-up shooting, fairly effective from the free throw line. Still a capable scoring option out of the post, Egbuji has a wealth of opportunities while stepping into his initial season. Throughout various showcase events in the past two months, the forward has stood out among his peers.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2396584"],"_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-67044cb6a0576"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Few names possess Langford's strength while attacking the rim, truly a bowling ball once given a head steam. Possessing a quick first step and equally quick leap for second chance opportunities, Langford feasts at the rim. Still developing his abilities as a pull-up scorer, the guard is a knockdown shooter within the mid-range, adept at rising above opposing contests. Langford brings a low center of gravity, capable of matching up with both backcourt positions while guarding up when necessary. As Langford continues to develop the perimeter jumper, he has about as much scoring upside as any backcourt name in the class.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2381952"],"_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-67044cb6a05cb"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Boykin will be a unique athlete within the class, bringing scoring upside from all three levels. Capable of handling contact in the post or while attacking the rim head on, the forward is comfortable rising up for jumpers from anywhere. Columbine will have a couple of the state's most talented shotmakers on their hands, looking to be a bit more competitive this upcoming season. His ability to stay in front of quicker guards will be essential for the Columbine forward, needed to play a physical role early on in his career.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->