Class of 2024 Rankings: Combo Forwards
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Prep Hoops Missouri recently released its new rankings for the Class of 2024. Today, we’ll take a look at the top small and combo forwards in the Class of 2024. Jadis Jones Jadis Jones 6'5" | SF New Madrid Central…
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Continue ReadingPrep Hoops Missouri recently released its new rankings for the Class of 2024. Today, we’ll take a look at the top small and combo forwards in the Class of 2024.
Jadis Jones Jadis Jones 6'5" | SF New Madrid Central | 2024 State #248 Nation MO 6’5″ New Madrid Central: The versatile young forward led New Madrid to a 20-1 record as a freshman and played a big role on a very talented Brad Beal Elite 15U team during the summer. He is versatile enough to play just about anywhere on the floor. The lefty is a powerful force in the low post with his tough moves and offensive rebounding. He is also an excellent playmaker with the ball in his hands where he can facilitate offense, drop dimes and knock down jumpers.
Jayden Renfrow Jayden Renfrow 6'7" | SF St. Michael The Archangel | 2024 State MO 6’7″ St. Michael the Archangel: A long and very skilled forward who was an impact player as a freshman last season. His size and overall skill package make him a very tough player to match up with. He is very fluid in his movements as he can handle the ball and make perimeter shots comfortably. He can also score in the post with his height.
Javar Galbreath Javar Galbreath 6'5" | PF Father Tolton | 2024 State MO 6’5″ Fulton: The young forward from Mid-Missouri has a nice combination of size and athleticism inside and playmaking skill on the perimeter. He has excellent instincts on the defensive end where he can block shots inside or play the passing lanes and get steals on the perimeter. He can post up and score on a drop step on one possession then take a rebound and go coast to coast for a layup in the next one.
Bryant Moore 6’4″ Confluence Academy: At this time last year, Moore would have been listed with the post players as he could outmuscle and bully opponents inside with his brute strength. But, throughout the summer, he has continued to develop his perimeter game as he has been able to display a much improved 3-point stroke and the ability to score off the dribble-drive in the lane.
Aidan Lawlor Aidan Lawlor 6'4" | SG Barstow | 2024 State MO 6’4″ Odessa: A talented young forward who played a big role in Barstow’s run to the Class 4 Final Four as a freshman, as he averaged 10 points a game. He is solid in the low post with a variety of moves and a nice touch inside. He also moves well without the basketball with a reliable perimeter stroke from 3-point range.
Iziah Purvey Iziah Purvey 6'5" | PF Webster Groves | 2024 State MO 6’3″ Webster Groves: A big-bodied lefty who causes matchup problems with his unique skill set. He has strong moves in the post and good footwork to get buckets. His perimeter skills makes him very tough to deal with as he has excellent 3-point range off the catch. He also puts the ball on the floor very effectively to drive where he could also use his strength on the dribble to get into the lane.
Mekhi Berringer 6’5″ Cardinal Ritter: The young forward was very impressive this summer while playing with the Team Ramey 15U squad. He is solidly built with good athleticism and a versatile skill set. He attacks the basket well off the dribble and can knock down shots from the perimeter. He is a good rebounder who will get out and run the court in transition.