2021 Rankings Breakdown: Top Available Rim Protectors
Prep Hoops Maryland recently updated the class of 2021 rankings, and now it’s time to take a closer look. Here we highlight 6 of the top rim protectors who remain unsigned. #25 | Jamai Felt Jamai Felt 6'8" | C…
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Continue ReadingPrep Hoops Maryland recently updated the class of 2021 rankings, and now it’s time to take a closer look. Here we highlight 6 of the top rim protectors who remain unsigned.
#25 | Jamai Felt Jamai Felt 6'8" | C Randallstown | 2021 State MD | Randallstown
Felt is an outstanding athlete at his size. He’s an explosive two-footed leaper who frequently makes opponents think twice before challenging the rim because he blocks shots at such a high rate.
#27 | Jonathan Izemef Jonathan Izemef 6'9" | C National Christian | 2021 State MD | National Christian
Izemef patrols the paint as well as anyone in the DMV. He’s a super reliable presence on the backline who brings size, toughness, and energy to the court.
#57 | Ephraim Acquah Ephraim Acquah 6'6" | C Williamsport | 2021 State MD | Williamsport
Acquah is a tremendous rim protector while both on and off the ball defensively. He moves well laterally, gets off the ground quickly, and showcases instinctive timing.
#63 | Tyson Brooks Jr. Tyson Brooks Jr. 6'7" | C Arundel | 2021 State MD | Arundel
Brooks is disruptive around the basket because of his length. He does an exceptional job of walling up without fouling and using his sheer size to his advantage.
#66 | Brian Ayafor Brian Ayafor 6'5" | PF Rock Creek Christian | 2021 State MD | Rock Creek Christian
Ayafor is the definition of a chase down artist. He’s often seen baiting opponents into thinking they have an open layup before quickly recovering and swatting the ball into the stands.
#73 | Jaiden Butler Jaiden Butler 6'5" | C St. Charles | 2021 State MD | St. Charles
Butler is an unconventional rim protector in that he does not play above the rim. Rather, he uses positional awareness to his advantage. Butler is usually in the right place at the right time. He’s coordinated and times his challenges well.