Prep Hoops Report: 2019 Ranking Analysis
The 2019 class has been one of Texas’ most talented classes in recent history. This classes possesses plenty of nationally ranked talent, as well as under-the-radar talent. Our initial number one player in the state is also arguably the number…
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Continue ReadingThe 2019 class has been one of Texas’ most talented classes in recent history. This classes possesses plenty of nationally ranked talent, as well as under-the-radar talent. Our initial number one player in the state is also arguably the number one shooting guard in the country. Tyrese Maxey (pictured above) put all the top-spot questions to rest after dropping 46 points in the UIL State Championship game back in March. The future burger boy solidified the spot by dominating the EYBL circuit, averaging over 21 points per game, while also being named the defensive player of the year. The number one spot is his and it does not look like anybody will be taking it from him anytime soon.
We have decided to shake things up from there on out. Other state-based rankings have 5-star big men Drew Timme or Will Baker at the number 2 or 3 spots; however, we feel that Samuell Williamson has definitely earned that spot after a very consistent July. The Louisville commit showed that he has a serious chance to become a pro in the future. He has one of the best mid-range games in the country and deserves a fifth star. Drew Timme and Will Baker will follow after.
Figuring out who deserved the “Top 10” label between Sahvir Wheeler and Avery Anderson was the toughest decision for us to make. Both guards can really hoop, but are very different in terms of play style. We gave the nod to Sahvir because he led to his team to multiple victories on a less talented grassroots team. However, Avery can easily play his way into the top 10 if he has another spectacular season for Justin Northwest.
For the most part, I feel everybody deserves to be where they are slotted. But, I do feel that reigning state champion PG Isaiah Stevens is ranked a little too low at 19. He easily can be slotted into the 10-15 range with Sahvir and Avery because of his college-readiness. The Colorado State commit is very poised, always looks to make the right play, and torches defenders from behind the arc. Isaiah is also a winner, which DOES MATTER.
One player who you might not have heard about is Nigel Johns. The 6’9″ center from McKinney is slotted at 26 because of his size and athleticism. He is a physical presence in the paint who lives to play above the rim. His recruitment is currently picking up after earning offers from Oral Roberts and Washington State in September.