Rankings Release: The 2028 Watch List

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Today, we'll wrap up our updated rankings coverage for the&nbsp;<em>Class of 2028</em>&nbsp;with a look at a few notable prospects on the&nbsp;<em>Watch List</em>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Below are five prospects that made the&nbsp;<em>Watch List</em>&nbsp;in this update, but have a serious chance to crack the rankings next time around.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2964866"],"_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-68dad5199e779"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Markovitz, a 6'2" guard out of the <em>Kingswood-Oxford School</em> in Connecticut, makes his first appearance in the 2028 rankings on the <em>Watch List</em>. Markovitz plays with good energy on both ends of the floor and is developing his offensive game out to the perimeter. He's a capable finisher around the rim, showing touch and the ability to play through contact when needed. Defensively, he can guard up and down a position, makes effort plays, and is willing to mix it up on the glass. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2862217"],"_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-68dad5199e7d8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Bishop, a 6'6" forward out of the <em>Brunswick School</em> in Connecticut, makes his first appearance in the 2028 rankings on the <em>Watch List</em>. Bishop is an above the rim athlete that does a great job of finishing plays around the basket. He continues to add elements to his game offensively and now shows the ability to attack matchups off the bounce on the perimeter. He's a tough offensive rebounder, can roll or pop out of screens, and has a nose for the ball on the offensive glass. Defensively, versatility is his calling card as he's a disruptive defender that can guard four positions.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2964873"],"_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-68dad5199e81e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Connors, a 6'2" guard out of the <em>St. Mark's School</em> in Massachusetts, makes his first appearance in the 2028 rankings on the <em>Watch List</em>. Connors is a hard-nosed point of attack defender that doubles as a high level lead guard on the other end of the floor. He gets into opponents space and makes them uncomfortable defensively, playing with good lateral mobility and quick hands. On the other end, he does a nice job of making reads in the half-court, finding teammates in positions where they can score, and balancing his own playmaking with his ability to score the basketball.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2610724"],"_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-68dad5199e85f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Smith, a 6'3" wing out of <em>Wellesley High School</em> in Massachusetts, makes his first appearance in the 2028 rankings on the <em>Watch List</em>. Smith is a disruptive defender that has the mobility to stay in front of guards and the length needed to defend forwards around the basket. He rebounds it at a high rate, makes plays in passing lanes, and can really guard the ball in space. Offensively, he has the ability to finish with either hand around the rim and shows some touch on his jumper in the mid-range, where he could develop into a face-up threat.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2548208"],"_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-68dad5199e906"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Colagrossi, a 6'2" guard out of <em>Brewster Academy</em> in New Hampshire, makes his first appearance in the 2028 rankings on the <em>Watch List</em>. Colagrossi is a crafty, three level scorer that does a nice job of playing at his own speed and scoring within the flow of an offense. He can really shoot the ball, both on the move and in standstill situations, and does a nice job of attacking the defense with jab steps and shot fakes. Around the rim, he finishes with creativity and touch. Defensively, he can guard either back-court spot and shows an understanding of rotations and how to play angles.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Keep an eye out as we continue our rankings update coverage for the&nbsp;<em>Class of 2029</em> later this week!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->