3-Pack: 2021 Power Forwards To Watch

<p>The change in the recruiting cycle is going to be a big change for everyone. Right as we thought we were going to be getting out on the road, we get shut down. So, in order to spend as much effort as we can in getting players seen, we are going to do what we call, 3-Packs. </p> <p>With these, we want to highlight 3 players who are similar in class and position. Get some time to dive into some quick thoughts, stat breakdowns, and film. Today, we are looking at 2021 Power Forwards in [player_tooltip player_id="963179" first="Edward" last="Jones"], <strong>[player_tooltip player_id="783183" first="Gabe" last="McNary"]</strong>, and [player_tooltip player_id="963923" first="Sam" last="Strycker"]. </p> <p style="text-align: center;"><iframe src="//www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/13831524/5edc674eb3c975107091c679" width="640" height="360" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></p> <p><strong> [player_tooltip player_id="963179" first="Edward" last="Jones"] – 6’5 PF 2021 – Indianapolis Pike (IN)</strong><br /> <strong>Stats</strong>: 10.8 ppg, 5.3 rpg, 1.4 apg   <br /> <strong>Thoughts</strong>: Jones is a long forward with a ton of athleticism and quickness. Can do a ton on offense and has a well balanced game overall. Drives to the basket pretty well and has a nice shot from 15ft and beyond. Is solid at both shooting off the catch and pulling up. His athleticism help make him an excellent defenders as well. Overall, Jones is a really good player. Adding some more strength and muscle should be a focus but other than that, he has a ton of upside in him.                                                </p> <p style="text-align: center;"><iframe src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/SJgP2Ki2Y6g" width="560" height="315" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></p> <p><strong> [player_tooltip player_id="783183" first="Gabe" last="McNary"] – 6’8 PF 2021 – Avon (IN)</strong><br /> <strong>Stats</strong>: 11.5 ppg, 5.7 rpg, 1.3 apg  <br /> <strong>Thoughts</strong>: McNary is a long, lean forward with a good amount of bounce and athleticism. He has done a good job in adding some muscle to his frame and looks to be a bit stronger. Has always had a little rawness to his game but has gotten better at completing his game. He is able to get up and down the floor really well and has some great moves to the rim. Also is one of the better rebounders in the 2021 class. His size and skill have helped with his shot blocking ability. McNary is the type of player that could end up being a solid player at the next level.                                            </p> <p style="text-align: center;"><iframe src="//www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/12110060/5ea860cf2351be08ccf697da" width="640" height="360" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="963923" first="Sam" last="Strycker"] – 6’4 PF 2021 – Fort Wayne Carroll (IN)</strong><br /> <strong>Stats</strong>: 9.3 ppg, 5.7 rpg, 2.6 apg      <br /> <strong>Thoughts</strong>: Strycker is a strong forward that plays with a ton of toughness. Really is not afraid to take it at defenders and make a play for his team. Stretch forward type that can give you some versatility with his switch ability. He is probably best as an outside shooter because he has the capability to get hot from behind the arc. Also has some sneaky athleticism too. Strycker is just one of those aggressive forwards that will leave it all on the floor. Should be in for a great senior season.     </p>