2023 Rankings Update: Stock Boosting Bigs
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The 2023 rankings update has had a lot of big shifts including guys who have proved to be better than their past rank. Here are our choices for the biggest stock risers from the class of 2023. Caden Stevens Caden…
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Continue ReadingThe 2023 rankings update has had a lot of big shifts including guys who have proved to be better than their past rank. Here are our choices for the biggest stock risers from the class of 2023.
Caden Stevens Caden Stevens 6'8" | C Mountain Vista | 2023 CO – Elevation Flyers
Caden Stevens Caden Stevens 6'8" | C Mountain Vista | 2023 CO has made the big jump from the 30’s to the top 10. Caden is a unique prospect, he does everything you want out of a big man while being a very good passer and good shooter from the outside. From low to high post Caden is always scanning the floor looking for open teammates. At his size and position, he has a good handle on the ball and can beat slower bigs off of the dribble. Caden is a guy who creates highlight plays often, whether that’s a flashy pass, a big swat, or a dunk on a defender, he always brings great energy.
Nick Randall– ATR Elite
Nick Randall had a great junior season with the state runner-ups, Fossil Ridge, and has followed that hot streak into the AAU season. Nick is a lengthy 6’7 power forward who cuts like a wing, off of the ball he is always working hard to get open whether that’s cutting or posting up down low. With the ball in his hands in the post, he is very patient and is great at using his eyes and ball fakes to get defenders out of position. Nick is a player who finishes above the rim often with two hand slams.
Luke Wagstaff Luke Wagstaff 6'7" Fort Collins | 2023 CO – Team Daum
Luke Wagstaff Luke Wagstaff 6'7" Fort Collins | 2023 CO made a big jump in the rankings moving up more than 20 spots. Luke is a bulky 6’7 who knows how to get a good position down low. Around the rim, he uses a variety of finishes including hook shots and turnaround jumpers. Luke can also stretch the floor a bit with a consistent form. Luke takes up a lot of space and uses great footwork to box out defenders.
UK Onyenwere UK Onyenwere 6'6" | PF Grandview | 2023 State CO – Colorado Hawks
UK Onyenwere UK Onyenwere 6'6" | PF Grandview | 2023 State CO is a super skilled power forward who stands out with his passing. UK has good height (standing at 6’6) and a bulky frame, for such a big player he is very light on his feet. From the high post, UK is a great passer who when teammates cut he will find them. When passing the ball UK is good at misleading defenders with his eyes and ball fakes. UK is a forward who can switch onto guards and hold his own with quick footwork and good physicality.