Under the Radar Bigs: 2027 Class

Here is a group of junior forwards further down the ranks who have some solid upside heading into the winter. Some of these guys have the potential to be big offensive contributors, while others can be impact players defensively and on the glass. Check out some under-the-radar big men in the 2027 class.    We just put out an article highlighting some of the potential breakout players in the 2027 class, but Lippoldt is another name to watch this winter. He has shown some great growth over the summer, working confidently and quickly from the blocks, displaying a bigger variety of post moves while also looking more buttoned up with some of his simpler moves. He's a strong post with some touch around the paint and will be a kid to watch this season.     Larson is a post who brings legit size to the floor. He'll be Kennewick's main big man this winter and has really shown some impact potential as a rebounder, rim defender, and someone who can work for second-chance points by the rim. He shot over 53% from the field last season while averaging just over five points and five rebounds a game. Look for a solid step forward this winter from the Kennewick post.     Reed plays with some real fire and tenacity on the floor. He's a high-energy, out-of-his-area rebounder, has good anticipation to block shots from the help side, and can even knock down some jumpers in space. He should play a pivotal role for them around the paint on both ends and help Bainbridge be a team to watch this winter.     Gehn is a long post player who has shown some great improvements with his post moves and mentality around the paint. He has a really solid foundation to attack with in the post, can eat up space with his footwork, and uses his shoulder to move defenders. He's a kid who could make some big strides over the next two years and become a reliable post presence at Lewis and Clark.     Dealy is a strong and skilled post who has some great strength to pair with good touch around the paint. He seals off defenders well in the post and can seal the middle when teammates drive inside. He can be a factor away from the rim, knocking down some open shots, but also providing some good passes from the top and working in some two-man actions on the perimeter.     The Lincoln big man is a physical force around the hoop. He's a tireless worker on the glass, can supply second-chance points and opportunities, and is a kid who will get up and down the floor. Not a lot of kids can match his physicality, and when he's working to get good position around the hoop, he can be an impact rebounder and defender.

Here is a group of junior forwards further down the ranks who have some solid upside heading into the winter. Some of these guys have the potential to be big offensive contributors, while others can be impact players defensively and on the glass. Check out some under-the-radar big men in the 2027 class.