6’5 ’26 Cedric Haynes (TD Prep)
Despite some ups and downs as a group, it’s impossible to ignore everything Haynes did to propel this team forward. He’s an incredibly strong, physical, polished guard with excellent size and overall ability with the ball in his hands. Haynes scores the ball at an aggressive rate from all levels. He’s able to get downhill with ease and finish above the rim or through contact, but also knocks down jumpers at a consistent rate from the perimeter. Haynes heats up quickly and is capable of filling it up in a hurry. He’s also a tough, rugged defender and active rebounder who outworks others with relative ease on both ends of the floor.
6’10 ’26 Amir Bradford (Fork Union)
Although other guys on this roster will likely receive more attention, it’s easy to appreciate how Bradford affects the game as a low-maintenance cog. He’s a long, mobile big man who understands how to effectively produce within his role. Bradford is a great screener with useful ability as a roller and finisher. He understands how to seal opponents on picks and dive hard to the rim. Bradford doesn’t even necessarily need touches, as his purposeful movement is enough to force defenses to respect him (and naturally improve spacing). That being said, he’s a reliable rebounder and legit rim-protector with a high motor and terrific timing to block or alter shots.
6’10 ’26 Gideon Ekukwai (Bridgeport Prep)
Given his obvious physical appeal, it’s easy to be enticed by a prospect like Ekukwai. He’s built like an absolute tank: muscular frame, long arms, and the ability to play through tons of contact on both ends of the floor. Ekukwai is able to impact the game through his sheer physicality, but also finds ways to produce on either side of the ball. He’s a strong two-way rebounder with the size, mobility, and instincts to reliably anchor the paint and alter shots as an interior defender. Ekukwai finishes very well around the basket and runs the floor effectively in transition.
6’8 ’26 Kevin Crockett (Lab U)
The Lab U roster has the depth of talent to beat opponents in various ways, which allows someone like Crockett to consistently stand out for this group. He’s a long, wiry forward/post player with nice feel, skill, and fluidity. Crockett is already a useful finisher, rebounder, and defensive cog, yet still has clear upside on both ends of the floor. He’s capable of attacking opposing forwards off the bounce, posting up smaller defenders, and scoring in transition. Crockett displays nice timing and positioning as a rebounder and shot-blocker.