Initial 2022 Rankings Overview
Here’s a broad overview of our initial top-50 rankings for the class of 2022, taking a look at some of the trends we’ve seen so far. Stay tuned for more in-depth breakdowns!
FAVOUR STARTS AT THE TOP
Favour Aire is the most complete big man we’ve seen at this stage in recent memory, and checks in as the top overall prospect as a result. He can literally do it all at a high level. Whether it’s blocking shots, rebounding, rim-running, or scoring inside and out, Aire has proved that he has what it takes to consistently produce.
BATCHELOR LEADS A TALENTED CROP OF WINGS
From the first time we saw him, Noah Batchelor has been a standout. He’s got prototypical size and athleticism to go along with the shot making ability that is becoming a necessity in today’s game.
POSITIONAL BREAKDOWN
PG: 11
SG: 5
G: 14
SF: 7
PF: 4
F: 2
C: 7
TOP 7 OVERVIEW
RANK | NAME | HT | POS | HIGH SCHOOL | GRASSROOTS |
1 | Favour Aire | 6’10 | C | Bishop McNamara | New World |
2 | 6’3 | G | Bullis | Team Durant | |
3 | Noah Batchelor | 6’5 | SF | Glenelg Country | Mid Atlantic Select |
4 | Darren Buchanan Jr. | 6’5 | SF | Woodrow Wilson | Team Durant |
5 | Tyrell Ward | 6’5 | SF | DeMatha | New World |
6 | Judah Mintz | 6’3 | G | Gonzaga | Team Takeover |
7 | Cesar Tchilombo | 6’8 | C | John Carroll | Global Squad |