Katznelson continues to improve and looked really good this weekend when I caught a bit of him. The 6-foot-5 forward is only a freshman (and he hasn’t reclassed yet), but he has significantly better feel and skill level compared to the average player his size and age. He can handle it on the perimeter, he can make shots from three, and he can finish in the paint with both finesse and strength. Arguably the most impressive part of Katznelson’s game is his ability to play as a perimeter hub and make plays for his teammates who are cutting to the hoop. He’ll probably become a 2030 at some point and will be an even more intriguing prospect once he does.

Katznelson, a forward out of Sharon High School in Massachusetts, makes his first appearance in the rankings at #21 overall. Katznelson has wasted no time making an impact at the varsity level, impressing from the first time he took the floor for Sharon. The 6’5″ forward is a fluid mover that shows the ability to make plays with the ball in his hands on the perimeter, while also using his size to his advantage when finishing in the paint. He shows advanced footwork as a low post scorer, has good instincts as a passer, and generally impresses with his versatility on the offensive end of the floor. He’s got a good motor as a rebounder and should continue to progress on the defensive end of the floor as he gets stronger and grows into his body. He’s a name to watch in the MIAA in the immediate and long-term future.