Class Of 2029: Versatile Defenders And Rim Protectors

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>These 2029 prospects all play with some tenacity and grit on the defensive end. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>It will be fun to watch them compete this upcoming high school season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2389573"],"_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-68967393e6055"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2389573' first='Joe' last='McKinney'] offers a ton of versatility on defense due to his size and strength. He has quite the wingspan and is built like a linebacker. He also has a decent vertical, which helps him swat shots. McKinney uses his leaping abilities on offense as well, and can throw down dunks with authority. Although it was looking like he might play prep, he has made the decision to attend Valley High School. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2918899"],"_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-68967393e60c3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2918899' first='Kortell' last='Price'] leverages his energy and effort to make plays on the defensive end. He is often up in his opponent's grill and can make them uncomfortable by looking to poke the ball away. When he's successful, he's able to spark transition for his team. On the other end of the court, he can slash to the rim, splashes in shots from 3 point land, and he makes smart passes. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2918874"],"_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-68967393e6118"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2918874' first='Cai' last='Corbin'] is a twitchy athlete who can be a game changer. On defense, he frustrates the man he's guarding with his lateral quickness. He also stays ready to jump up to block a shot or intercept a pass. On offense, he has the speed to burn defenders and he's a capable shooter. All in all, he's well rounded player and he'll be playing at Mountain Valley Prep this year. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2919429"],"_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-68967393e616c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">I wrote about [player_tooltip player_id='2919429' first='Braylon' last='Radford'] a couple of times this AAU season. He has landed in the #10 spot and he's likely one of the better athletes in this class. He is also a football player, and plays with noticeable physicality on defense. He can alter or swat shots and he snags a good amount of rebounds as well. When it comes to his game on offense, Radford can make shots around the rim and through contact. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2919432"],"_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-68967393e61b3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2919432' first='Demetrius' last='Cannon'] snags the #20 slot in my first class of 2029 rankings release. He is a stout defender and goes full throttle when looking to come up with a block or steal. He also stays ready on offense, and can score by making shots in the paint. Cannon hustles for rebounds on both ends of the court as well, and I'm looking forward to seeing him play more. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->