You are seeing more and more combo forwards at the college level coming up from mid-major to the high major level and playing versatile games.  Guys that use their physicality to score but also their agility and skill level to do things away from the rim.  Basically what you would call a man’s game:  back you in and score, or beat you with the dribble and finish over the top as the defender scrambles to get to his balance.  That is what I see from Isaiah and that is why every time I have talked to a Midwest Recruit Look team or a college coach that recruits this area, Sayles is one of the players they instantly want to talk about.  Players that can be physical and shy away from it are slipping in the eyes of schools, guys that are embracing what they can physically do and use that as a go-to, and then skillfully work with it are drawing the love from college coaches.  Isaiah is physically asserting himself and that has led to a load of VWBA. 

Sayles is an intriguing prospect whose size, length, and versatility stand out as key strengths. While still early in his development, he shows promising potential to impact the game both inside and on the perimeter. He consistently creates extra possessions on the glass and is making strides defensively, particularly in his communication and overall activity level.

Isaiah Sayles Isaiah Sayles 6'6" | SF Piper | 2028 State KS is a quick and dynamic guard who consistently flies under the radar but continues to prove his value every time he steps on the court. Despite being underrated, his speed, vision, and poise make him a standout at his position. Sayles excels as a decision-maker, knowing when to push the tempo or slow it down, always keeping his team in control. With each game, he’s showing that he belongs at the next level, and it’s only a matter of time before more people take notice of his impact.