Class of ‘09 Rankings as seen in PUNKS
The Aggrey Sam Fresh 25 - 2009 PUNKS edition
| Rank | Name | Ht | Pos | Last | School | Why? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lance Stephenson | 6-5 | SG/PG | 1 | Lincoln (NY) | Capable of taking over games with his incredible scoring ability, yet underrated for his D and rebounding. |
| 2 | Renardo Sidney | 6-10 | PF/SF | 3 | Fairfax (CA) | Perimeter-oriented big man is skilled on the outside, but is even harder to deal with down low. |
| 3 | DeMarcus Cousins | 6-10 | PF/C | 2 | LeFlore (AL) | Athletic post who can push the rock, knock down jumpers and dominate on the block. |
| 4 | Kenny Boynton | 6-2 | SG/PG | 6 | American Heritage (FL) | Quick combo guard is an elite scorer, both from deep and off penetration, but is also a committed defender. |
| 5 | Derrick Favors | 6-9 | PF/C | 5 | South Atlanta (GA) | Dominant defender and rebounder can the floor like a guard and is a big-time finisher in the paint. |
| 6 | Jordan Hamilton | 6-7 | SF | 7 | Dominguez (CA) | Fluid wing player is almost automatic when left open, but can also get to the hole and finish above the rim. |
| 7 | Xavier Henry | 6-6 | SG/SF | 4 | Putnam City (OK) | Swingman is a dominant scorer due to physical maturity, sweet stroke and athleticism. |
| 8 | Dominic Cheek | 6-6 | SG/SF | 8 | St. Anthony (NJ) | Long and slender wing can handle the rock, shoot from deep and get to the rack to finish with ease. |
| 9 | Maalik Wayns | 6-1 | PG | 13 | Roman Catholic (PA) | Stocky pure point guard is equally effective as a distributor, scorer and defender, but is at his best off the dribble. |
| 10 | Alex Oriakhi | 6-10 | C/PF | 10 | Tilton (NH) | Future UConn big man with solid fundamentals is a presence on D and has greatly improved his offensive repetoire. |
| 11 | Dexter Strickland | 6-3 | SG/PG | 9 | St. Patrick's (NJ) | Smooth, unselfish and athletic combo guard's best attribute might be his on-the-ball D, but is also a versatile scorer. |
| 12 | Karron Johnson | 6-7 | PF/SF | 11 | Mount Zion (NC) | Powerful monster athlete is beginning to show signs of becoming a full-time college wing player. |
| 13 | John Wall | 6-3 | PG/SG | 18 | Word of God (NC) | Long, jet-quick guard is just about unstoppable getting to the basket, but also wreaks havoc in the passing lanes. |
| 14 | Leslie McDonald | 6-4 | SG/PG | 12 | Briarcrest (TN) | Fundamentally-sound combo guard is capable of big scoring outbursts, but is also solid on D. |
| 15 | Terrell Vinson | 6-6 | SF/PF | 14 | Montrose Christian (MD) | A hard-nosed wing player with great all-around skills, who also excels in the post and on the boards. |
| 16 | Clarence Trent | 6-7 | SF/PF | 15 | Findlay (NV) | Washington State native is a freak athlete who is solid on the boards and can put on a show on the break. |
| 17 | Quincy Acy | 6-8 | PF | 18 | Horn (TX) | Always plays with boundless energy, usually leading to him controlling the glass and thunderous finishes. |
| 18 | Isaiah Armwood | 6-8 | PF/SF | 16 | Montrose Christian (MD) | Extremely long and athletic combo forward has perimeter skills and is an exciting above-the-rim player. |
| 19 | Gregory Echenique | 6-9 | C | 21 | St. Benedict's (NJ) | Venezuelan widebody was always a factor on the boards and on defensive, but continues to improve on offense. |
| 20 | Ari Stewart | 6-7 | SF | NR | Wheeler (GA) | Fluid wing is a good finisher on the break, can hit the open J and is a top-notch slasher. |
| 21 | Mason Plumlee | 6-10 | SF/PF | 20 | Christ (NC) | Slender Iowa native isn't scared to bang on the inside, but his feel for the game, range and handle make him stand out. |
| 22 | Tristan Spurlock | 6-7 | SF/SG | NR | Montrose Christian (MD) | Big, athletic wing who can light it up from deep is less heralded, but just as talented than his highly-touted teammates |
| 23 | John Henson | 6-9 | PF | 23 | Round Rock (TX) | Spindly face-up post player exploits opponents with his range, but is a factor on D with his length. |
| 24 | Shawn Williams | 6-6 | SF | 22 | Duncanville (TX) | Swingman combines high basketball IQ with his smooth J, well-rounded game and maximum effort. |
| 25 | Michael Snaer | 6-5 | SG | 25 | Rancho Verde (CA) | An athletic wing player with a pure stroke who won't be under the radar for long. |
6 Responses to “Class of ‘09 Rankings as seen in PUNKS”
Nov.14 at 3:38 pm
Homie says:
how’s Toronto’s Junior Cadougan doing? Is he still in Texas?
Dec.1 at 4:48 pm
KING KONG says:
CHEEK IS A DOMINATING PLAYER IN JERSEY
Dec.30 at 6:43 pm
E Dub says:
Ok now where is Tamir Jackson. Homeboy drops 29 on Oak Hill and gets no recognition. Come on now.
Jan.5 at 12:31 pm
Krimson says:
Keep an eye of the Jersey stars! They will make some noise this year!
Jan.16 at 11:06 am
Leshawn says:
what about tyler haws from utah state mvp as a sophomore and averaging 32 a game come on
Apr.11 at 10:47 pm
Mike says:
Tyler Haws was the Utah State MVP as a soph, and Mr. Basketball as a junior, in addition to winning Gatorade Player of the Year for his state. He has won two state championships and averages 25 a game for his career. He is a top 5 recruit in the West. He dropped 50 on Mike Bibby’s all-star team in a tourney during the summer. Put him on here.