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<p>The summer portion of basketball is starting to near it's end and our in-state prospects have showed out the past few months. With summer winding down, it is the final chance for our instate prospects to standout before we enter into the fall sooner rather than later. As we get into July ball, I thought it would be a good time to look at a host of players to keep an eye on for the remaining part of the summer. With that, here are five power forward and centers to keep an eye on in the 2028 class.</p>
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<li>A very mobile big man with versatility that allows him to play inside-out. </li>
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<li>A center that is little more comfortable in the face up game vs a true post up right now. </li>
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<li>Tons of defensive upside with his length and mobility. </li>
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<li>Long and lanky center with true raw athleticism. </li>
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<li>Had a breakout spring for [program_tooltip program_id='2076924' first='EG10' last='']. </li>
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<li>Plays off the bounce, lob threat, rim protector, fluid rim runner, elite rebounder.</li>
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<li>One of the top big men when it comes to pure athleticism. </li>
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<li>Plays with force around the rim and has improved as a mid-range shooter. </li>
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<li>High motor player with strength with legit D1 upside. </li>
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<li>A physically imposing big man that is a tough bucket getter for his size. </li>
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<li>A real solid passing big with solid IQ on the floor. </li>
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<li>Plays with a high motor for his size with improving skill. </li>
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<li>A raw, athletic big man that plays 90% around the basket. </li>
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<li>Moves really well for his size and is a true lob threat.</li>
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<li>Upside to be an elite rim protector long term. </li>
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The summer portion of basketball is starting to near it's end and our in-state prospects have showed out the past few months. With summer winding down, it is the final chance for our instate prospects to standout before we enter into the fall sooner rather than later. As we get into July ball, I thought it would be a good time to look at a host of players to keep an eye on for the remaining part of the summer. With that, here are five power forward and centers to keep an eye on in the 2028 class.