2023 Rankings Breakdown: Newcomers
Prep Hoops Maryland recently updated its class of 2023 prospect rankings. The number of overall prospects ranked has increased from 80 to 105. Naturally, there will be a bevy of newcomers as a result. Here is a closer look at…
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Continue ReadingPrep Hoops Maryland recently updated its class of 2023 prospect rankings. The number of overall prospects ranked has increased from 80 to 105. Naturally, there will be a bevy of newcomers as a result. Here is a closer look at each addition.
Kennard Davis Kennard Davis 6'5" | PG Vashon | 2023 MO – A floor general. Sets the tone with defense. Makes plays. Scores when he needs to.
Kevon Corley Kevon Corley 6'6" | SF Shabach Christian Academy | 2023 State MD – A big wing. A threat to score from anywhere on the court. Dangerous in transition. Versatile defensively.
Will Patterson Will Patterson 6'10" | C Patrick School | 2023 State NJ – A throwback big man. Effective when guarding other bigs. Protects the lane and rebounds. Still scratching the surface.
Cyrus Chisolm Cyrus Chisolm 6'0" | SG Sandy Spring | 2023 State MD – A dynamic athlete at the guard position. A threat from three and the mid-range. Vigilant defensively.
Chigozie Ekeagwu Chigozie Ekeagwu 6'5" | C Rock Creek White | 2023 State MD – Relatively undersized for the forward position, but highly effective. Plays with a high motor. Physically strong. Adept at catching and finishing.
Thomas Youngkin Thomas Youngkin 6'4" | SF St. Christopher's | 2023 State VA – A solid three-and-D glue guy. Makes smart plays on both ends. Plays with toughness and energy.
Marvin Brimage Jr. – An aggressive scorer who is a threat from three. Has the eye for a good pass.
Tristan Cook Tristan Cook 6'0" | CG St Maria Goretti | 2023 State MD – A steadily improving guard with long limbs. Shoots the three and competes defensively.
Maor Nekrashevich Maor Nekrashevich 6'7" | PF Bishop Walsh | 2023 MD – A southpaw forward who offers floor spacing. Patient with the ball. Gets others involved and isn’t afraid to reverse the ball.
DJ Dormu DJ Dormu 5'8" | PG Putnam Science Academy | 2023 NLG – A compact lead guard who excels on the defensive end. Seeks contact in the lane and gets frequent paint touches.
Chali Taylor Chali Taylor 6'4" | PF Sidwell Friends | 2023 MD – A strong and athletic forward who is very versatile defensively. Also a smart complementary player on offense. Does all the little things that help win games.
Kha Cao Rā James – A potentially menacing defender. Has the length to be disruptive around the basket. His offensive skill base is promising.
Jaden Codlin Jaden Codlin 5'9" | PG Saint John's Catholic Prep | 2023 State MD – An explosive, compact guard who gets to his spots. Makes plays on both ends of the floor.
Vilius Slanina Vilius Slanina 6'3" | SG Bishop Walsh | 2023 State MD – A team first guy. Provides floor spacing and high-quality intangibles.
Jhace Johnson Jhace Johnson 6'1" | SG Takoma Academy | 2023 State MD – A microwave scorer. Shoots the three-ball with confidence. Can mix it up from the in-between areas as well.
Teriq Johnson Teriq Johnson 5'10" | PG Ballou | 2023 State MD – A quick floor general who is tough to keep in front. Fearless. Competes defensively.
Chris Wells Chris Wells 6'2" | SG Landon | 2023 MD – A physically strong guard who rebounds his position. Plays with good effort. Can hit open threes.
Jackson Pugh Jackson Pugh 5'9" | PG Glenelg Country | 2023 State MD – One of the more relentless on-ball defenders you’ll find. Sets the table for others.
Arinze Achufusi Arinze Achufusi 6'2" | SG Sidwell Friends | 2023 State MD – A solid all-around player. Helps clean the glass. Reads the game at a high-level.
Cash Herndon Cash Herndon 6'1" | SG South River | 2023 State MD – Sets the tone at the point of attack defensively where he is active and alert. A constant threat from behind the arc.
Nas Sturdivant Nas Sturdivant 5'11" | PG Severn School | 2023 MD – A creative playmaker who is crafty with the ball. Gets his teammates open shots regularly.
Selden Pickens Selden Pickens 6'4" | SF Sidwell Friends | 2023 State MD – A knockdown shooter with size. Should only improve as he continues growing into his body and gains experience.