2023 Top Available Small Forwards to Watch this Spring
The 2023 wing class is loaded with talent littered all over the state. Gill St. Bernard’s Mackenzie Mgbako Mackenzie Mgbako 6'8" | SF Roselle Catholic | 2023 State #5 Nation NJ headlines the group with his combination of size, skill…
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Continue ReadingThe 2023 wing class is loaded with talent littered all over the state. Gill St. Bernard’s Mackenzie Mgbako Mackenzie Mgbako 6'8" | SF Roselle Catholic | 2023 State #5 Nation NJ headlines the group with his combination of size, skill and athleticism. He will be committing tonight at 9 p.m. EST, but the available pool is filled with big-time performers. Here are the top available 2023 small forwards to watch for this spring.
Akil Watson Akil Watson 6'7" | SF Roselle Catholic | 2023 State #105 Nation NJ , 6’7 Roselle Catholic
Watson was key to the Lions’ Tournament of Champions run and his success should carry over into the spring season. The 6’7 wing attacks the basket with a purpose as he finishes strong above the rim and is capable of drawing contact. Watson has a nice release on his jumper and uses his size to shoot over smaller defenders. He is a solid rebounder and an underrated defender. Watson is a skilled wing prospect who should make noise this spring and summer for the NY Lightning.
Geancarlo Peguero Geancarlo Peguero 6'5" | SF Gill St. Bernard's | 2023 NJ , 6’5 Gill St. Bernard’s
Peguero had a breakout season for the Knights, which should lead to a strong spring with the NY Jayhawks. The 6’5 wing is at his best in transition as he is able to create in the open floor and finish in a variety of ways around the basket. Peguero elevates nicely for his jumper and can make opponents pay for giving him space on the perimeter. He has a solid handle, which he uses to beat his defender off the bounce to get into the paint. Peguero is an explosive wing who should create more buzz for himself during the spring and summer.
Cornelius Robinson Cornelius Robinson 6'6" | SF Camden | 2023 State #253 Nation NJ & Dasear Haskins Dasear Haskins 6'8" | SF Camden | 2023 State NJ , 6’6 & 6’8 Camden
Robinson and Haskins are paired together as they both play for Camden and the NJ Scholars, but their different skillsets make them intriguing to watch. The former is a physical forward prospect who plays with a relentless motor and is a strong finisher around the basket. Haskins is a lefty with a nice release on his jumper and shoots the ball with confidence from distance. Both players are solid defenders, capable of defending multiple positions. Robinson and Haskins are hard-working wings who will make a big impact in the spring.
Matt Kinzler Matt Kinzler 6'7" | PF St. Peter's Prep | 2023 State NJ , 6’7 St. Peter’s Prep
Kinzler is an interesting prospect to watch as he can affect the game in a number of different ways. The 6’7 wing has a smooth release on his jumper and does not force shots in the half court. Kinzler is more than just a shooter as he can also put the ball on the floor and finish around the basket. He is a good rebounder and rarely makes poor decisions with the ball in his hands. Kinzler’s ability to stretch the defense combined with his length makes him a prospect to watch this spring and summer for the NJ Panthers.
Jackson Tindall Jackson Tindall 6'7" | PF St. Peter's Prep | 2024 NLG , 6’7 St. Peter’s Prep
Kinzler’s teammate Tindall is set for a strong spring and summer with Team Rio University as he gets to put his skillset on display. The 6’7 wing can make shots through contact around the basket and finish strongly above the rim. Tindall is also capable of playing on the perimeter with his handle and good-looking release on his jumper. He is tough to box out on both ends of the floor and has the athleticism to defend multiple positions. Tindall is a two-way wing whose should see his stock rise during the spring.
Other Prospects to Watch:
Aaron Davis Aaron Davis 6'5" | SF Hudson Catholic | 2023 PA , 6’5 Hudson Catholic
Jalen Pichardo Jalen Pichardo 6'6" | SF St. Thomas Aquinas | 2023 State NJ , 6’6 St. Thomas Aquinas
Donovan McKoy Donovan McKoy 6'6" | SF St. Joseph (Mont.) | 2023 State NJ , 6’6 St. Joseph (Mont.)
Charles Ekotto Nelle Charles Ekotto Nelle 6'7" | SF Olympus Prep | 2023 State NJ , 6’7 Olympus Prep
Quatrell Wilson Quatrell Wilson 6'5" | SF Newark East Side | 2023 State NJ , 6’5 Newark East Side