Mallavarapu had a strong summer and is looking to build off of that this winter. The 6’11 post knows how to get position down low and has a good touch around the rim. Mallavarapu rarely forces shots on the floor and sets strong screens in the half court. He influences shots around the rim and works for rebounds on both ends of the floor. Mallavarapu is gaining more confidence on the offensive end as he looks to help Montgomery take home its third straight sectional title.

A lengthy and rangy forward who possesses unique mobility for both his size and position coupled with a solid interior work rate, Shriyans Mallavarapu Shriyans Mallavarapu 6'11" | C/PF Montgomery | 2028 State NJ flashed some of his ability to have an impact on the game through his activity down low— extending possessions on the offensive glass and generating quality second chance possessions while simultaneously putting together a handful of moments of his ability to put pressure on the rim inside, through different actions that got him touches, particularly out of different DHO’s and PnR actions.

Mallavarapu has what most look for in a modern big, namely good hands, timing as a shot blocker, and the ability to get up and down the floor. He’s made a real jump in his development in recent months as far as his production and consistency and looks poised to be one of the better big men in the state regardless of class.

One of the more intriguing long term forward prospects in the state of New Jersey, Shriyans Mallavarapu Shriyans Mallavarapu 6'11" | C/PF Montgomery | 2028 State NJ pairs glaring mobility with a long and wiry frame and plenty of untapped two-way potential. Defensively is where Mallavarapu’s tools really popped and where his impact was felt the most, in different instances— switching onto quicker guards out on the perimeter and containing drives, leveraging his lengthy wingspan to challenge and contest shot attempts in the painted area, and even using his long reach to pluck rebounds out of the air. Although not the same statistical outpour on the offensive end of the floor as the previous UA session, Mallavarapu still showed a lot of the same encouraging flashes that highlight some of his impact— extending possessions by generating extra opportunities on the offensive glass and creating valuable offensive floor spacing by stretching the defense as a reliable spot up threat from the perimeter.

A lengthy and wiry forward who possesses rare mobility for his size paired with a ton of untapped two way potential, Shriyans Mallavarapu Shriyans Mallavarapu 6'11" | C/PF Montgomery | 2028 State NJ looks to be showing more and more consistent flashes of what his long term upside could later develop into down the line, with some of his most impressive showings to date. Offering plenty of encouraging glimpses over the course of Session III, Mallavarapu showed high level two way impact— getting more comfortable with physicality in the paint and finishing as a roller in different PnR action(s) as well as in the short corner area catching dump offs, finishing around the basket from different angles as a sharp cutter in different half court actions, providing valuable floor spacing as a spot up shooter out on the perimeter, generating second chance opportunities on the offensive glass, sprinting the floor in transition and running to the rim, and even an increased comfortability putting the ball on the deck and attacking closeouts off the bounce. Defensively is where Mallavarapu’s tools stand out and impressed even more, particularly with his activity in the paint— challenging shot attempts with length around the basket and snatching rebounds out the air with his rangy arms.

Although still raw and in the very early stages of his development, Shriyans Mallavarapu Shriyans Mallavarapu 6'11" | C/PF Montgomery | 2028 State NJ still figured out ways to be productive and effective with his extremely lengthy frame in spot minutes throughout the course of the live period this weekend. Showing some really strong flashes of his activity in the paint, Mallavarapu proved to be really impactful— impressing particularly as an area rebounder snatching rebounds out of the air and as a shot blocker swatting shots out of bounds with timely anticipation.

With the lengthy and wiry frame he possesses and in the early stages of his on court development, Mallavarapu still found ways to impact the game without necessarily needing the ball in short stints, particularly on the defensive end— leveraging his glaring length to wall up against shot attempts around the basket, force deflections in the passing lanes with his active hands, and securing rebounds on the glass.

A true breakout prospect in the sophomore class who immediately pops with his impressive size and lengthy frame, Shriyans Mallavarapu Shriyans Mallavarapu 6'11" | C/PF Montgomery | 2028 State NJ had the intrigue of quite literally everybody in the state of New Jersey in his first year of seeing varsity action this season. Although still in the early stages of his development, Mallavarapu showed extended stretches of his on court growth— leveraging his glaring length and natural activity on the glass, excelling as a rim protector with well timed anticipation and the discipline to stay vertical and contest shots without fouling. Slightly less further along on the offensive end, Mallavarapu still showed intriguing flashes of what his skillset could later develop into on that side of the floor, as he became fluid in his movements and a stronger inside finisher. As he continues to get stronger and fill out his frame while refining his skillset, Mallavarapu continues to be a prospect that trends upwards.

Showing no signs of nerves on the big stage, Mallavarapu popped off the bench early for Montgomery and provided a huge spark on both ends of the floor. Taking an advantage of a Plainfield lineup that lacks a true frontcourt presence, he was immediately able to use his length and activity to hit the offensive glass for a pair of smooth putbacks. He was impactful as a rim protector, showing impressive timing with his help rotations and strong technique to stay vertical and contest without fouling. While he’s still at a strength deficit in most matchups, Mallavarapu was a consistent factor on the glass with his sheer length and steady pursuit of the ball. He continues to develop with each rep and should have a chance to really break out onto recruiting radars as soon as this spring and summer.

Another quickly-emerging prospect in the sophomore class, Mallavarapu continues to make significant strides in as a full-time starter in his first year at the varsity level. He continued showing signs of growth with an efficient 10 points and at least 4 blocks. His length, effort, and natural awareness make him a consistent deterrent at the rim defensively while he continues adding fluidity as a finisher around the rim and getting more natural with his timing playing off his guards. His biggest hurdle will be adding strength to a narrow frame, but Mallavarapu boasts a clear ceiling for long-term success at the D1 level with continued reps and development.