Class of 2018: Posts Breakdown
The Class of 2018 Rankings were bumped up to 65 a couple weeks back before the madness of July live periods began. With things slowing down before camp, we’ll be able to break down positions a bit more in depth.…
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Continue ReadingThe Class of 2018 Rankings were bumped up to 65 a couple weeks back before the madness of July live periods began. With things slowing down before camp, we’ll be able to break down positions a bit more in depth.
We’ve discussed two sets of guards from the top ranked guys to others you’ll need to pay attention to over the next two years and some of the top forwards in the state. Now we’ll focus on more post oriented players. While some can certainly stretch the floor, they’ll see most of their time free throw line and in.
The 2018 class doesn’t have a ton of high ranking post players with the majority of the size being wings or clear forwards. Couple that with the fact that many of these will see their future on the gridiron and it leaves the cupboard a bit bare for now. Late bloomers are sure to show up on the scene.
One of those top posts headed to football is Zadarius Rosenthal (6’8 C, Ferriday). He has very good feet and hands on the court and provides a wide body to defend the lane. That also makes him one of the most coveted left tackle prospects in the country.
Chandler Owenby (6’8 F/C, St. Pauls) has had a very good summer and is beginning to figure the game out to go with his raw athleticism and touch beyond the three point line. Dwight Simon (6’7 PF/C, Peabody) is another who is figuring it out. He’s got post moves and as he gets comfortable with the speed, will be one to watch.
Maybe the most advanced offensive skill set around the rim belongs to Semaj Matthews (6’6 PF, Landry-Walker). He’s got an old school flare to his game and is consistent on both ends. Jaden Edward (6’9 C, Lafayette) has plenty of potential and a nice frame as well.
When Devonte Allen (6’6 PF/C, St. Pauls) gets off the bus, you take note. The big frame and well put together athlete can make plays around the rim and is extremely tough to defend when he’s running rim to rim on the break. Latreavin Black (6’4 PF, Fair Park) is in the same mold and the undersized big takes advantage of both smaller and bigger players with his athleticism and strength.
Another potential football prospect is Cameron Wire (6’6 PF/C, East Ascension). On the court he’s got a knack for blocking shots and finishes well when not in foul trouble. Maybe the most intriguing prospect seen over the summer is Melvin Davis (6’9 C, SW LA Homeschool). His combination of size, skill, and ability to move isn’t really match in this class. He’s slow to react at time from lack of experience but once he gets comfortable on the court, he could fly up the rankings.
One of the bigger sleepers in the class is possibly Jalen Perkins (6’6 F, Walker). He’s continued to grow both physically and on the court and there are very few out there that match his energy level. He’ll be at camp this weekend and one we’ll certainly have our eyes on.
Note: Get out to Baton Rouge this Saturday from 10-3 at Team Sportsplex and check out some of the top prep talent (especially in younger classes) in the state. Don’t be afraid of a little rain!