Updates on the Top Uncommitted 2020 Prospects in Nebraska
At the start of the high school season, I put out a list of the top uncommitted senior prospects from across the state of Nebraska. As we enter the final week of the regular season before district play, I figured…
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Continue ReadingAt the start of the high school season, I put out a list of the top uncommitted senior prospects from across the state of Nebraska. As we enter the final week of the regular season before district play, I figured there’d be no better time to provide updates on some of the top talents in the state who’s future home is yet to be decided.
Donovan Williams (6’5 Guard)-Lincoln North Star
Back in November when I put my original list together Williams was not a part of it, as at the time the top 2020 player in the state of Nebraska was committed to playing at Nebraska next year. However Williams has since de-committed from Nebraska and reopened his recruitment, and since his return to action coming off ACL surgery, he has been nothing short of spectacular. After missing North Star’s first ten games, Williams is averaging 31 points and 9 rebounds a game since his return. This included a 54 point outburst on the road at Bellevue West when Williams scored 25 points just in the 4th quarter. An athletic guard, who can score at all three levels, it is no wonder multiple Power 5 schools have shown interest in Williams since he reopened his recruitment.
Latrell Wrightsell Jr. (6’1 Guard)– Omaha Central
The first player listed on my initial list, Wrightsell has been the man for Omaha Central throughout this season. The senior guard is averaging 27 points a night on 50% from the field. I noted back in the fall that Wrightsell bulked up in the offseason and that has lead to a visible increase in bounce for him as well as he has produced multiple highlight-reel dunks throughout the year so far. One thing that’s stayed constant for Wrightsell in his high school career is his defense, as he still is the go-to guy for defending the opponents top scorer. Wrightsell recently eclipsed 1,000 career points, and also set an Omaha Central single-game record for points in a game by scoring 43 against Omaha Benson.
Wal Chuol (6’3 Guard)- Omaha North
Chuol and his Omaha North Vikings started the year off hot upsetting defending state champions Omaha South and top-ranked Millard North, both within the first month of the season. Since then, North has cooled down, but Chuol’s scoring output has not. Shooting 48% from the field on the year, Chuol is averaging 19 points and 6 rebounds a game. Chuol’s biggest strengths have always been his athleticism and his wingspan. He also has a knack for shooting 3’s with his smooth jump shot. As one of the longer, more athletic guards in the state, is intangibles make him a force on both ends of the court.
Justin Bubak (6’5 Wing)- Lincoln Christian
Bubak has been Mr. Versatile in his career at Lincoln Christian, as he can play all 5 positions on the court if he chose too. A long, athletic wing, Bubak is averaging 16 points and 5 rebounds a night, while shooting 57% from the field. As I noted back in the fall, Bubak just may be the most versatile uncommitted prospect in the 2020 class. In a world where positionless basketball is becoming more and more prominent, Bubak has been able to find many roles for himself to fill both during high school and summer ball seasons for Lincoln Supreme in his career. He is not afraid to go crash the boards, as well as using his athleticism to his advantage on both ends of the floor. He’ll look to lead Lincoln Christian to the state tournament to cap off his decorated high school career.
Max Polk (6’Guard)- Omaha Central
A smart and crafty point guard. Max Polk has played significant varsity minutes since his freshman season at Omaha Central High School. Now as a senior, Polk is the point man for an up-tempo Central attack that averages 72 points a night. Polk is just about all you could want in a point guard, as he has great court vision, is a great passer, and is a coach on the floor. He’s averaging 14 points, 4 rebounds, and 3 assists on the year. The midrange game and getting to the rim have always been his specialty. He can finish through contact and is an excellent free throw shooter as well. Polk also eclipsed the 1,000 career point mark recently and will look to lead the Eagles back to the state tournament in Lincoln, where he played some of the best basketball of his career last March.