Positional Breakdown C/O 2024: Top Centers
The class of 2024 rankings were released last week. With over 35 players making the list, it’s our most exclusive rankings yet. This class features several young talented men in the middle. In this article we break down our top…
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Continue ReadingThe class of 2024 rankings were released last week. With over 35 players making the list, it’s our most exclusive rankings yet. This class features several young talented men in the middle. In this article we break down our top Centers in the c/o 2024.
Khaman Maker Khaman Maker 7'1" | C Trinity | 2024 State #127 Nation NV 7’1 Desert Valley Prep (#2) – One of the emerging prospects on the west coast. Maker is an elite defender, who has the ability to block shots 1 on 1 or in a help side position. While still raw, he is coming along nicely on the offensive end. He has a soft touch out to about 15, and can finish around the hoop with his strong hand.
Cole Ellena Cole Ellena 6'9" | C Liberty | 2024 State NV 6’8 Liberty (#9) – Ellena’s development was a pleasant surprise from last week’s fresh/soph camp. The big man showed an improved game around the basket. He also showed a consistent ability to rebound the ball in traffic.
R’zha Whittle R’zha Whittle 6'8" | C Rancho | 2024 State NV 6’7 Faith Lutheran (#13) – Whittle is a powerful banger. He hasn’t played much since the shutdown, however the last time I saw him at a workout a few months ago, he showed an improved low post game. Whittle has a soft touch and is one of the better offensive 5’s in his class.
Javares Reid Javares Reid 6'9" | C Rosemary Anderson Prep | 2024 State OR 6’5 Coronado (#16) – Reid looks the part. He’s a physical specimen who easily moves larger opponents. Raw offensively, Reid’s best skill right now is his ability to play with energy and activity. Has a chance to have an impact simply because of his physicality an athleticism.
Ryder Bryan Ryder Bryan 6'7" | C Liberty | 2024 State NV 6’5 Desert Valley Prep (#17) – Bryan is another young banger. He may end up becoming more of a 4 than a 5, however his low post scoring and defense are suitable against young 5’s
Alexander Ruggeroli Alexander Ruggeroli 6'6" | C Bishop Gorman | 2024 NV 6’6 Bishop Gorman (#21) – Ruggeroli is a powerful low post presence. It is extremely difficult for opponents to move him from his position on the block. He is still a work in progress with his hands, however when he does catch it cleanly he has the ability to finish around the rim with his strong hand.