College Basketball: Top 50 Unsigned Recruits Likely to Make Biggest Impact

These 50 college basketball recruits are the most crucial unsigned recruits for programs to sign. Spanning from the 2012 class to the 2014 class, these high schoolers will change the landscape of college basketball.

Recruiting is a vital part of college basketball, just ask Kentucky's John Calipari. Landing elite recruits immediately improves a program. Since the one-and-done rule became effective, some freshmen are good enough to be in the NBA.

Shabazz Muhammad of the 2012 class is one of those recruits, as is Jabari Parker of the 2013 class. Both players are the best in their class and could have gone straight to the NBA. However, they must go to school, and neither has signed yet.

If a program can sign three or four of these recruits they will be talented for years to come. Sean Miller of Arizona has signed four of the best recruits in the 2012 class already, and if he can grab a few more, the Wildcats will stay elite for multiple years.

These 50 recruits are the ones to watch in the recruiting game, as they could turn your team from a laughingstock to a title contender.

50. Kuran Iverson (2013)

Position: SF

Height: 6'8"

Weight: 200 lbs.

Considering: Kentucky, Connecticut, Syracuse, Louisville, Pittsburgh, Villanova

Kuran Iverson is a highly gifted athlete with skills upon skills. He has the versatility to play any of four positions due to his skill, and this makes him one of the best players in the 2013 class.

With range to knock down threes, and the ability to post-up inside, Iverson can do anything that is asked of him. He is a great scoring threat, and if he can improve his defense in his junior and senior seasons in high school he could be an elite prospect.

He is surprisingly agile, which helps him  at times, but he needs to learn how to be more consistent, as there are some games where he does next to nothing.

49. Kennedy Meeks (2013)

Position: C

Height: 6'9"

Weight: 275 lbs.

Considering: Florida, Louisville, Maryland, Massachusetts, North Carolina State, Wake Forest, Virginia Tech, Miami, Charlotte, South Carolina,Tennessee, Xavier, Georgetown, North Carolina

Kennedy Meeks has a lot to do in terms of getting recruited, but he appears to be focusing on his junior season at this time.

Meeks has great hands and vision which allow him to rebound and pass well. He also utilizes his feet well, and they help him make great moves with his back to the basket and enable him to play tight defense.

While he lacks a strong mid-range game, Meeks certainly makes up for it around the basket with great moves and touch, allowing him to put up great numbers.

My favorite aspect of Meeks is that he is a very coachable player, and he always puts the team before himself. I'm sure every coach out there loves a player like that.

48. Stephen Domingo (2013)

Position: SF

Height: 6'6"

Weight: 180 lbs.

Considering: San Diego State, California, Georgetown, Harvard, Memphis, Washington, San Diego

Stephen Domingo is a long, lanky, athletic forward. He runs well and uses his frame to his advantage on both ends of the floor.

Domingo has a light, effortless shot with good touch that allows him to knock down shots within the arc. He is especially effective when shooting a pull-up jumper, and he continues to impress scouts with his consistency when shooting them.

A savvy player with excellent passing abilities, Domingo can also play guard if that is what is asked of him, and his versatility is key to his success.

47. Tyler Roberson (2013)

Position: SF

Height: 6'7"

Weight:190

Considering: Alabama, Cincinnati, Connecticut, Florida, Georgetown, Kansas, Kansas State, Louisville, Marquette, North Carolina State, Pittsburgh, Providence, Rutgers, Seton Hall, Southern Mississippi, St. Joesph's, Syracuse, Villanova, Virginia Tech

Tyler Roberson is clearly more focused on the season than his recruitment, as he has no less than 19 schools on his list at this point in time.

Roberson is a very versatile player who can play facing the basket, or finish in the lane with a jump-hook when his back is turned. He drives well and has a nice shot, and he is a good offensive threat.

The area of expertise for Roberson is on the defensive end of the floor, however, as he is very active. He rebounds well, and his great instincts, timing and athleticism allow him to block shots, get steals, deflect passes, and altogether alter an opponent's offensive rhythm.

46. Isaiah Whitehead (2014)

Position: SG

Height: 6'4"

Weight: 195 lbs.

Considering: Connecticut, Rutgers, Pittsburgh, St. John's, Xavier

Isaiah Whitehead is one of the most interesting players in the class of 2014 to watch. He has been consistently improving and climbing the rankings, and it wouldn't be unrealistic to see him jump from No. 20 to No. 10 by the time he goes to college.

Whitehead can play either guard position because of his vision, passing ability, size, and ability to slash through the lane and get to the basket.

This kid is very versatile because he is the complete package, and if he can add some weight he can be an unstoppable force come 2014.

Possibly the most interesting event in his recruitment came when his mother told the media that Syracuse was off his list after the Bernie Fine scandal, saying "Isaiah's not going there. That's out of the question."

At least she didn't say he made the wrong choice between schools on national television.

45. Craig Victor (2014)

Position: PF

Height: 6'7"

Weight: 205 lbs.

Considering: Alabama, Georgetown, Baylor, LSU, Mississippi, Oklahoma State, Tulane

Craig Victor's game is built around his offensive ability, which is surprisingly good for such a young player. While he is a good defender and can rebound well, what excites scouts and recruiting geeks is his game on the offensive end.

Victor can beat you facing the basket with either a soft jumper or with his great first-step and ability to drive through the paint. He can also beat you with his back to the basket with one of a few different moves.

Victor also runs the floor and rebounds well, so he can get a lot of hustle points. He needs to get better at shooting from 17 feet or further, but he still has a few years to work on that.

44. Justise Winslow (2014)

Position: SF

Height: 6'6"

Weight: 195 lbs.

Considering: Arizona, Arizona State, Florida, Kentucky, Texas, Houston, Rice, Baylor, Harvard

Justise Winslow is a skilled southpaw who brings an electrifying aspect to the game. He has freaky first step and can elevate to the rim with ease. He excels around the basket, and out to about 20 feet because of his drives.

While Winslow is making quite a few threes in this highlight reel, he needs to work on consistency. Right now he is very streaky and can make a few in a row, but he struggles more often than not.

Winslow also has great vision and passing ability, which helps him play any of the three smallest positions. He runs well in transition and can lead a team on the fast break.

43. Rysheed Jordan (2013)

Position: PG

Height: 6'3"

Weight: 180 lbs.

Considering: Georgetown, Rutgers, Pittsburgh, Temple, Villanova, St. Joseph's, St. John's

Rysheed Jordan is a point guard in the class of 2013, and one of the best the class has to offer. Not only can he create his own shot or drive well, but he is one of the best facilitators in the country.

In this video, apart from his recruitment, Jordan talks about how he wants to play unselfish basketball. This shows that even as a teenager he knows that he can't do everything, and that he wants to get everyone involved.

Jordan is the type of player that coaches want to run their offense, and I would compare him to Kendall Marshall of North Carolina.

42. Torian Graham (2012)

Position: SG

Height: 6'4"

Weight: 200 lbs.

Considering: North Carolina State



Torian Graham technically has about 15 schools on his radar as well, but it seems pretty clear that he will join North Carolina State, as he has already done so twice. However, he de-committed both times. For NC State the third time will be the charm, and Graham should be playing for them come the 2012-13 season.

Torian Graham technically has about 15 schools on his radar as well, but it seems pretty clear that he will join the talented class brought in by North Carolina State. He is the best shooting guard available, and he would complete this class, making them the second or third best class in the country.

A very gifted athlete, Graham was figuring out how to complete his game, and part of the reason he had not committed anywhere yet was undoubtedly to show that he is still improving. Now he has completed his game and is incredibly versatile, and he should be committed to the Wolfpack soon.

He is now knocking down threes and tough jumpers in addition to driving well and leading his team in transition. Graham is a great scoring option, and he should be a top-notch recruit by the time he commits for a third time.

41. Anthony Barber (2013)

Position: PG

Height: 6'2"

Weight: 165 lbs.

Considering: North Carolina State, Virginia Tech, Providence

Anthony Barber is a crafty point guard in the 2013 class. He has arguably the best ball-handling skills in the class, which he consistently uses to create shots for himself or drive through the lane and dish to a teammate.

It doesn't matter if you put one defender or three on this kid, he can slice through them all on his way to the hoop.

Barber's vision is also very good, and combining good vision, good passing skills, and unbelievable handling skills makes for an excellent point guard.

40. Thomas Hamilton Jr. (2013)

Position: C

Height: 6'8"

Weight: 235 lbs.

Considering: Illinois, Michigan State, Northwestern

Thomas Hamilton Jr. isn't the type of player to blow you away, but he gets the job done time after time. He plays with a sense of urgency on the offensive end, and he can score inside with his back to the basket and can knock down jumpers.

Hamilton is very inconsistent on defense, giving up on plays at times, but he seems to be working past that this season.

Hamilton has great potential on defense, as his great length and timing allows him to block shots well, and his quick hands allow for easy steals.

This kid is going to be great by the time he goes to college, and these three schools need to recruit hard now if they want to guarantee themselves an elite big man.

39. Tony Parker (2012)

Position: PF

Height: 6'9"

Weight: 270 lbs.

Considering: UCLA, Ohio State, Duke, Georgetown, Memphis

Tony Parker is a talented big man, but in his class who isn't? There's a high supply of big men, but the teams on his list still need him, as there are very few good big men left uncommitted.

Parker is huge and he uses that size to carve out space on the blocks. When he has the ball down-low he is next to unstoppable because he can beat his defender with an array of moves. He also knocks down shots out to 15 feet, and can score off the dribble very well.

Rebounding and tough defense define Parker on the other end of the floor. Now that he has chiseled his physique a bit and become better conditioned he is going to be one of the best big men in country, which is saying a lot considering how good the 2012 class is.

38. Ricardo Gathers (2012)

Position: PF

Height: 6'7"

Weight: 240 lbs.

Considering: St. John's, LSU, Syracuse

Ricardo Gathers is pretty much guaranteed to go to St. John's at this point, all that's left is his official signing.

He is a man's man. He has the body of a football player, and he can use his size and strength to bully smaller defenders and finish inside. He also possesses soft touch, which allows him to knock down shots from up to 15 feet out, making him the complete offensive player.

Gathers can also rebound well or block shots on defense. While finesse is not his strong point, he can do what is necessary to complete his game.

Gathers should be able to take his game to the next level without any problems, but the NBA is a different story. At 6'7" he will be undersized as a professional, and he will probably end up having to stay in college for 3-4 years, increasing his value.

37. Solomon Poole (2013)

Position: SG

Height: 6'0"

Weight: 180 lbs.

Considering: UCLA, Georgia, Georgia Tech, Louisville, Oklahoma State, Memphis, Miami

With heritage like his, Solomon Poole's incredible athletic ability is quickly explained. Brother of Stacey Poole at Kentucky and son of a Florida basketball player, Solomon has the natural ability to take his game to the next level.

Despite being no taller than 6'0", Poole has great athletic ability and uses it to hurdle defenders on his way to the rim. He also has good range, and since he can create his own shot his height should not be a weakness in college.

While Poole may have to convert to point guard in the NBA, for now he can still be an elite point guard.

36. Isaac Hamilton (2013)

Position: SG

Height: 6'4"

Weight: 170 lbs.

Considering: Arizona, Colorado, USC, Washington

Isaac Hamilton is a tough shooting guard who never gives up on a play, as shown in this highlight when he stumbles on an opponent's foot but still completes the pass in midair.

Hamilton is a great scoring threat, utilizing his range and his ability to drive coupled with a nice floater. While his jumper needs to be more consistent he can nail three or four in a row at this point.

A very savvy and instinctive player, Hamilton has great feel for the game, which allows him to be such a great player.

35. Keith Frazier (2013)

Position: SG

Height: 6'5"

Weight: 190 lbs.

Considering: Arizona, Baylor, Georgia, Kansas, Louisville, Marquette, Missouri, Oklahoma, Oklahoma State, TCU, San Diego State, Texas, Texas Tech, Texas A&M

Keither Frazier is a true scoring threat.

With his great range, smooth shot and soft touch, Frazier can sink threes with ease, but he is not one-dimensional. Frazier is also a slasher supreme, and he can lead his team in transition.

Frazier's long frame and chiseled physique allow him to be one of the best athletes on the floor as well as a scorer, and he is one of the best shooting guards in the class.

While he does need to get stronger if he is going to keep driving in college, he has time to add some muscle. If he can be around 210 pounds when he goes to college he will be in a good position to be an elite guard at the next level.

34. Johnathan Williams III (2013)

Position: PF

Height: 6'8"

Weight: 208 lbs.

Considering: Arkansas, Florida, Memphis, Texas, Tennessee

Johnathan Williams III has a good combination of length and skill that draws favorable comparisons to a young Lamar Odom.

"J3" has great range and can take the ball in transition if necessary. We have seen him snag a rebound and go coast-to-coast more than a few times, and he displays a great feel for the game.

His energy and activity on both ends of the floor makes him a valuable asset for any team, and he is more than capable of breaking down his defender and creating a shot for himself.

J3 will be a great player in college, and whoever lands him should have him for multiple years.

33. Paul White (2014)

Position: SF

Height: 6'8"

Weight: 185 lbs.

Considering: Illinois, Baylor, DePaul, Michigan State, Ohio State, Purdue, Syracuse, Wisconsin, Tennessee

Paul White is a dominant force with the ball, especially for his age. Unfortunately he is not as successful on the defensive end, but he is one of the most prolific scorers in the class.

A skilled small forward, White is very versatile and can play any of the three smallest positions. He can create for himself and has a good jumper. He can also create for teammates with his passing ability, which allows him to play point guard at times.

Paul's versatility and offensive ability makes him an elite recruit. He still has time to work on his defense, and if he can improve that then he could become a Top 10 recruit in the 2014 class.

32. DeAngelo Russell (2014)

Position: SG

Height: 6'3"

Weight: 165 lbs.

Considering: Ohio State, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisville, Oklahoma State, Purdue, Tennessee, Xavier

D'Angelo Russell is a southpaw guard in the 2014 class. He is in the Top 15 for the class because of his great feel for the game, excellent passing ability, incredible court vision and good range.

Russell can play either guard position, which is good because he will be forced to play point guard in the NBA.

Russell is a great offensive threat because he is one of very few kids his age who can create their own shot. Creating your own shot is what separates the men from the boys, and having that aspect of his game makes Russell elite.

31. Parker Jackson-Cartwright (2014)

Position: PG

Height: 5'7"

Weight: 140 lbs.

Considering: Arizona State, UCLA, USC, UNLV, Washington, St. John's

Parker Jackson-Cartwright may only be 5'7", but he plays like he is 6'7". PJC has a huge impact on both ends of the floor, and he is arguably the most skilled point guard we've seen in years.

With a mature sense of the game, PJC makes a great game-manager, running the offense effectively and marshaling the defense.

With his quickness and ability to change speeds in a flash, PJC is a great player who loves to knock down a pull-up 22-foot jumper.

30. Chris Thomas (2013)

Position: SG

Height: 6'5"

Weight: 190 lbs.

Considering: Arizona, Colorado, Memphis, Kansas, Kentucky, Xavier

Chris Thomas is possibly the best scorer in the 2013 class, and he is one of the best on this list. He has good range, but his true strength is when he drives. He is next to unstoppable in transition because he drives so well, and he can beat you in a variety of ways.

Thomas is going to be an NBA shooting guard, and the demand for this kid will be through the roof.

While it would be nice if he put on about 10 pounds of muscle, Thomas still has time to develop physically, and by the time he goes to college he should be an excellent player.

29. Nick King (2013)

Position: SF

Height: 6'7"

Weight: 210 lbs.

Considering: Arkansas, Georgetown, Tennessee, Memphis

Nick King is a dual-threat on offense. This 6'7" Memphis, Tennessee small forward can hit jumpers easily or drive well. He had doubters last season because his strength and toughness came into question, but he has proved the critics wrong this year.

King is a very smooth player, but he suffers the same weakness as many other players on this list: consistency. He has a habit of fading at times in games, and he needs to find a way to impact the game at all times.

28. Kevon Looney (2014)

Position: SF

Height: 6'7"

Weight: 170 lbs.

Considering: Georgetown, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa State, Marquette, Michigan, Wisconsin

Long, athletic and skilled, Kevon Looney is a great small forward. A tough, hard player, Looney has the skills and ambition to be an elite player.

Looney plays very well within the arc, either facing up with a soft shot or driving and slashing through the lane.

While he needs to work on his range and the consistency of his jumper, Looney has the tools to succeed, and with some good coaching he will be an elite player in college.

27. Cliff Alexander (2014)

Position: C

Height: 6'9"

Weight: 240 lbs.

Considering: Florida State, DePaul, Illinois, Indiana

Cliff Alexander is a big, mobile center for the 2014 class. He is an absolute monster for his age, and he is still growing, while maintaining his mobility.

Alexander uses his body well and is active enough to block shots on defense. He also has a good hook shot over his left shoulder, allowing him to score in the paint.

What Alexander does best is utilize the pick and roll. He sets wide picks with his body, then rolls hard to the rim where he can catch a lob and then score easily.

Alexander is a man among boys at this point, and he should still be able to take his game to the next level.

26. JaQuan Lyle (2014)

Position: PG

Height: 6'4"

Weight: 185 lbs.

Considering: Illinois, Indiana, Louisville, Virginia Tech, Purdue, Xavier

A smooth, skilled, tough combo guard, JaQuan Lyle is the type of guard to build a team around. He can score himself or set up a teammate.

Lyle is most dangerous when he is driving through the lane. He can either finish spectacularly, or use his gerat court vision to find a teammate who is open for an easy jumper.

While Lyle needs to work on his consistency and range, he has over two years to work on that. Look for this kid to be elite the moment he walks onto a college court.

25. Chris McCollough (2014)

Position: PF

Height: 6'8"

Weight: 210 lbs.

Considering: Arizona, Massachusetts, Pittsburgh, Iowa State, St. John's, Providence, Rutgers

Another long and athletic forward in the 2014 class, Chris McCullough combines his size and athleticism to be a force.

With great mobility in all directions, McCullough is a great defender, and a good shot-blocker. He also does well on offense when facing up, as he can beat you with a jumper or drive right by you to the rim.

I would compare McCullough with one of Baylor's frontcourt members, as Quincy Miller, Quincy Acy and Perry Jones III are all long, athletic power forwards as well.

24. Jabari Bird (2013)

Position: SG

Height: 6'6"

Weight: 190 lbs.

Considering: Washington, California, Arizona

Jabari Bird is a 6'6" shooting guard from Richmond, CA. He plays for the Oakland Soldiers who have had quite a few players go to Arizona.

Bird has great length and skills. He has range out to 25 feet but he can also hit pull-up jumpers over his defender because of his long frame. He also drives well and finishes with highlight-reel dunks in transition.

Bird has the body to be a great scoring guard, and the skills to go with it. He will be a Freshman of the Year contender in whichever conference he goes to.

Arizona seems to be the right place for Bird. They were among his early top three (Washington and Cal also included) and have stayed there with Cal dropping out. Sean Miller personally visited Bird, which he says meant a lot to him.

Having friends and former teammates playing Arizona will help, but the deciding factor will be Miller's incredible ability to recruit. He will be the one with Bird on his team come the 2013 season.

23. James Young (2013)

Position: SG

Height: 6'6"

Weight: 210 lbs.

Considering: Ohio State, Michigan, Connecticut, Florida State, Michigan State, Kentucky, Providence 

James Young has shot up rankings since being a four-star recruit in summer, now being in the Top 10. He has been rising since early 2011 and could very well end up at the top of the 2013 class when all is said and done.

The reason his stock has risen so fast is because he is such an explosive athlete. He has a strong body, and is also exceptional on the drive. He also has range out to about 20 feet and beyond and is always improving this.

Young is streaky at this point, but by the time he goes to college he should be able to be a consistent player who contributes to his team.

22. Allerik Freeman (2013)

Position: SG

Height: 6'4"

Weight: 210 lbs.

Considering: Georgetown, Kansas, Kansas State, North Carolina State, Villanova, Syracuse

Known for his strength, Allerik Freeman is another shooting guard from the class of 2013. He can play either guard or forward because of his strength and great passing ability.

Freeman doesn't have great range, but he drives very well and plays like he is the strongest player on the floor. A unique player because he can do so much, Freeman will be a major contributor to the program he joins.

Freeman is a determined young man who does whatever it takes to be the best player he can be, and I expect his stock to rise over time.

21. Troy Williams (2013)

Position: SF

Height: 6'6"

Weight: 190 lbs.

Considering: Florida, Georgetown, Kentucky, North Carolina, Virginia Tech 

Troy Williams is a long and lanky small forward who plays for his uncle Boo Williams. He has great athletic ability and can drive well.

Williams is 6'6" 190-pound forward who could play shooting guard if he can keep his streaky 22-foot range consistent. The biggest question for this kid is consistency, but since that is always a question when it comes to young teenagers, recruiters should be high on Williams.

Williams will end up in Kentucky. One of the biggest reasons for this is because coach John Calipari, who has a knack for landing Top 10 recruits, has a good relationship with Williams' uncle, who is also his coach.

20. Devonta Pollard (2012)

Position: SF

Height: 6'7"

Weight: 200 lbs.

Considering: Texas, Georgetown, Mississippi State, Alabama, Missouri

Devonta Pollard is an excellent small forward who can do it all for any team. He is extremely versatile and constantly improving, so opposing coaches never know which aspect of his game is his best.

Every night he seems to play a different style, yet they are all effective. He can drive or shoot from range, not to mention playing inside like a power forward. He has great hands on defense and the ability to record 10 blocks in a night because of his length and timing.

Pollard is grossly underrated by most recruiting experts, and he is certainly going to be an elite player in college.

Unfortunately Pollard should only play one season in college, as he is talented enough to be in the NBA. That lowers how crucial it is to sign him slightly, putting him behind this next player despite being better.

19. Amile Jefferson (2012)

Position: PF

Height: 6'7"

Weight: 190 lbs.

Considering: North Carolina State, Kentucky, Connecticut, Ohio State, Stanford

Amile Jefferson is a good power forward, yet he plays like a combo-forward. Jefferson is going to play college ball for two or three years, so his value should be pretty high.

Jefferson defines his game around his size, length and feel for the game. He has a sense of urgency on the court that makes you think its his last game ever, but he can maintain that tempo for four quarters.

An athletic power forward, Jefferson can do anything a coach could ask from a frontcourt player.

Jefferson is the second-best power forward left in the 2012 class behind only Anthony Bennett, and his recruitment should end after Bennett's does. Once Bennett commits the stock of Jefferson will sky-rocket, and he will see which school is the best for him.

18. Chris Walker (2013)

Position: PF

Height: 6'10"

Weight: 195 lbs.

Considering: Kentucky, Florida State, Memphis, Ohio State

Chris Walker is a 6'10" power forward. He is very long and skinny, yet does not have the girth to dominate inside in college. He is working to gain muscle, and he still has time. However, he needs to add about 30-40 pounds.

Walker is an athletic combo-forward, and he can make big plays from anywhere within the three-point line. He is athletic enough to be a small forward, and he would fit best into an offense that runs the floor.

Walker knows he's one of the best in the country and he even asked LeBron James for recruiting help. He said: “If LeBron hits me back and tells me where he thinks I should go, I'd do it." LeBron told him Ohio State and Kentucky were his favorites.

Imagine being so good at something LeBron James would tweet you back.

17. Wayne Selden (2014)

Position: SG

Height: 6'5"

Weight: 200 lbs.

Considering: Ohio State, Missouri, North Carolina, Florida, Georgetown, West Virginia, Providence, Boston College, Arizona, Pittsburgh, Connecticut, Kentucky

Wayne Selden already has the size he needs to be a shooting guard in college, and he is still growing. He will be ready for the NBA in a few seasons, because of his size and skill.

Selden drives well, no matter who is in the lane, and he gets fouled often because of it. With break away speed and good instincts, Selden can combine all aspects of the game to be one of the best players in the country at his age, or even one of the best on this list.

Selden will be highly coveted as a recruit, and I would not be surprised to see him rise through the rankings from his No. 10 position.

16. Justin Jackson (2014)

Position: SG

Height: 6'6"

Weight: 170 lbs.

Considering: Ohio State, Texas, Texas A&M, Washington

Justin Jackson is a man among boys, and he can do it all for a team.

The same kid that's in this video classifies himself as a shooting guard because of his ball-handling skills, court vision, athleticism and passing ability. As we have seen this kid can pass well, and he can also get up and get rebounds or block shots.

The best part about Jackson is that he is very coachable, and that with time he can master any level of basketball.

15. Emmanuel Mudiay (2014)

Position: SG

Height: 6'4"

Weight: 185 lbs.

Considering: Missouri, Baylor, Texas, Virginia, Kansas 

Emmanuel Mudiay is an athletic shooting guard with good size for his age. While he could do with a bit of weight gain, his height is ideal.

Mudiay is a great scoring threat because of his ability to slash through the lane. Using that size that I mentioned, Mudiay can get to the hoop and finish through contact.

While he still needs to improve his range and consistency as a shooter, he has the tools to be a great player in college.

14. Noah Vonleh (2014)

Position: PF

Height: 6'7"

Weight: 215 lbs.

Considering: Boston College, Arizona, Connecticut, North Carolina, Pittsburgh, Marquette, Kansas

Noah Vonleh is a high-upside recruit who has improved an incredible amount recently. Because of his current measurements we expect him to grow at least a few more inches, which will allow him to play down low in college.

With great motion, athleticism, ball-handling skills and feel for the game, Vonleh is an all-around player who can lead a team to victory.

Vonleh is still growing into his body as most kids at his age are, but once he adjusts to his future 6'10" body he will be an absolute force.

13. Aaron Gordon (2013)

Position: PF

Height: 6'7"

Weight: 210 lbs.

Considering: Washington, Arizona, Kansas, Stanford and New Mexico

Aaron Gordon may try the hardest of any player on this list, and that effort has not been wasted. He is not one of the most naturally gifted players, but that has not held him back at all.

His emotions run high during games, and while that can serve him well at times it could also be something that he needs to control in college.

In the half court set he can nail jumpers or drive through the lane. He is also a force in transition and can block shots well on defense. He has become even more focused and gives more effort as of late, and he is constantly improving.

Gordon ranks sixth in the class of 2013, and the fact that he is still improving makes him one of the most important recruits in his class.

12. Tyus Jones (2014)

Position: PG

Height: 6'0"

Weight: 170 lbs.

Considering: Duke, Iowa, Providence, Marquette, Arizona, Iowa State, Michigan State, Ohio State, Baylor, Minnesota

Tyus Jones is a highly intelligent point guard who controls the tempo of the game and can make all of the players around him better.

While he won't blow you away in one night, he consistently makes his team better night after night, and scouts have taken notice, as he has climbed to No. 5 in the 2014 class rankings.

Jones may not have the flashy individual performances, his team is never startled when he is playing. Jones is the best type of player to have: a team player and a winner.

11. Dakari Johnson (2014)

Position: C

Height: 6'10"

Weight: 250 lbs.

Considering: Kentucky, Georgetown, Syracuse, Villanova, Louisville

Dakari Johnson is an absolute force who has played above his class level as long as he could, and he was still one of the best players in the league.

Johnson excels when the competition level is high, and he can adjust to any level of basketball because of his competitive spirit.

Johnson is a force in the paint on both ends, either eating up space or knocking down shots from inside the key. He can beat with in an array of ways, and his arsenal of weapons is seemingly endless.

Johnson's teammates love having such a great option inside, and he is a game-changer. If he can work on this athleticism in order to block more shots he will be one of the best players in the class.

10. Jahil Okafor (2014)

Position: C

Height: 6'9"

Weight: 270 lbs.

Considering: Arizona, Connecticut, Georgetown, Michigan State, Duke, Ohio State, DePaul, Illinois, Arkansas, Missouri, North Carolina, Wisconsin, Iowa, Kansas State

The best center in a talented 2014 class, Jahlil Okafor has the size to bully smaller defenders, and he is still growing. He can play in heavy traffic in the lane, and finish through contact.

Okafor has great footwork and hands, which allow him to be an effective scorer inside. With range out to 14 feet Okafor can face the rim, but he prefers to shoot with his back to the basket.

This kid knows how to use his body well, and that is the key aspect of his game.

9. Aaron Harrison (2013)

Position: SG

Height: 6'5"

Weight: 210 lbs.

Considering: Maryland, Baylor, Texas, Kentucky, Villanova

The twin brother of Andrew Harrison, Aaron Harrison is a shooting guard from Houston, TX.

Harrison is a high-energy player who runs the floor well and hits threes. He gets a lot of his points from his brother Andrew, and the two will probably go to the same school.

While Aaron is ranked No. 7 in the class of 2013, and should have ranked around No. 20 on this list if it were just based off of rankings, he ranks No. 9 because he and his brother Andrew will probably go to the same school, making the decision of either brother as valuable as a decision by both.

8. Andrew Harrison (2013)

Position: PG

Height: 6'5"

Weight: 210 lbs.

Considering: Maryland, Baylor, Texas, Kentucky, Villanova

As I said on the last slide, Andrew Harrison is the twin of Aaron, but Andrew is ranked higher. Andrew is No. 4 according to ESPN, and No. 1 in the class according to the Rivals.com Top 150.

Andrew will be more valuable to his team because he not only has the shooting skills of his brother, but his passing skills are slightly better too.

Wherever these twins go, they will be the best twins we have seen in over a decade; even better than the Morris twins. Having a backcourt of two NBA-ready guards with good size and great skill makes a team formidable for any opponent, as you truly have to pick your poison.

The twins appear to be leaning toward Maryland because they have a lot of family in Maryland, which is why I picked them both to go there last month as well. These two have the ability to turn this Maryland program into a Top 25 team once more.

7. Theo Pinson (2014)

Position: SG

Height: 6'5"

Weight: 170 lbs.

Considering: Duke, Connecticut, Clemson, Georgetown, Kentucky, Marquette, North Carolina, North Carolina State, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia Tech, Syracuse

This confident young man is not cocky, yet he has become a true star and he knows it. He has been thrown into the role of stardom for his teams, taking the pressure in stride.

Theo Pinson is an incredible scorer who can do anything you could possibly ask of him. A very coachable player who listens well, it's hard not to like Pinson.

Pinson acknowledges his success and the pressure on him without coming off as arrogant, which is the reason why so many scouts and coaches love this kid.

6. Anthony Bennett (2012)

Position: PF

Height: 6'8"

Weight: 230 lbs.

Considering: Washington, Oregon, Florida, Kentucky, UNLV

Anthony Bennett is a talented big man, who dominates the game at the high school level, and will continue to do so in college.

A very versatile player, Bennett can play as a forward or a guard at times. That is not to say that teams will start him at shooting guard, but merely to draw comparisons between shooting ability. Bennett is athletic and he can even knock down threes if given time.

A force in the paint but a guard up top, Bennett's versatility is the forte of his game. He is consistently the player that opposing teams have to adjust their game to stop. Bennett will be the final elite big man to sign from the 2012 class, making it very crucial that a school that missed out on another big man to complete their recruiting class.

5. Andrew Wiggins (2014)

Position: SF

Height: 6'7"

Weight: 200 lbs.

Considering: Florida State, Kentucky, Duke, North Carolina, Syracuse

The best player in the 2014 class is Toronto native Andrew Wiggins, who's athleticism is the thing of legend, and his new-found jump shot make him an incredible player.

Wiggins is long, skilled and athletic, which allows him to play shooting guard, small forward or even power forward.

With his talent, ability to slash through the lane, and range out to 22 feet, Wiggins is the complete package. It's no wonder this Canadian has risen through the class rankings to grab the No. 1 spot in the class of 2014.

4. Julius Randle (2013)

Position: PF

Height: 6'7"

Weight: 225 lbs.

Considering: Baylor, Duke, Kansas, Kentucky, North Carolina, Ohio State, Texas

Julius Randle is an NBA star in the making, with his ability to play with his back to the basket or facing up. He can put up 20-plus points on any given night, and he is one of the best power forwards in the country.

Randle has a great motor and never gives up on a play, and that helps him rebound well. He is a force on either end of the floor, and he will be a star wherever he goes.

If there is a weakness for Randle, it is his mid-range game. While he is comfortable hitting short jumpers, he will want to extend his range when he goes to college in order to prepare for the NBA. However, his strengths outweigh his flaws and he is still an elite player.

Randle will almost certainly be a one-and-done, but he should still have a big impact on whichever program he goes to.

3. Nerlens Noel (2013)

Position: C

Height: 6'10"

Weight: 215 lbs.

Considering: Connecticut, Duke, Florida, Kansas, Kentucky and Syracuse

Nerlens Noel dominates the game on both ends of the floor.

On the offensive end he can carve out space in the post and finish with his back to the basket. He is also very agile and quick for his size, which allows him to get open shots.

What's more impressive about Noel is his defense. Noel averaged eight blocks per game as a sophomore to go along with a dozen boards per night.

Noel makes even the best big men in the country think twice before they take a shot inside, and that reputation alone will help him change the game. There is also the fact that he is simply one of the best big men in high school in years, and is easily the best power forward in the class of 2013.

2. Jabari Parker (2013)

Position: SF

Height: 6'8"

Weight: 220 lbs.

Considering: Duke, Kentucky, Louisville, Washington, Kansas, Illinois, DePaul, North Carolina

Jabari Parker is the best junior in the nation, headlining the 2013 class. He is very athletic and versatile. He can do just about everything on the floor and he can definitely light up a statsheet.

Parker affects the game through scoring, rebounding, defense, ball-handling and shot-selection. Parker almost never takes a bad shot and he shall be a future star in both college and the NBA.

Parker is always in good shape and has grown about an inch since the end of his sophomore year. Parker has improved in a big way since then end of his sophomore season, becoming more explosive and even adding to his range.

Parker is the best player in the best of these three classes for a reason, and he is still getting better. Unfortunately he is not No. 1 on this list because this next player will impact the game sooner.

1. Shabazz Muhammad (2012)

Position: SF

Height: 6'6"

Weight: 215 lbs.

Considering: Kentucky, Duke, UNLV

Shabazz Muhammad is the best player in the 2012 class, yet he has not committed yet. He has said that he is taking his time with this decision, and with good reason.

Muhammad is an absolute force on the offensive end, and it looks like he belongs with the Miami Heat, as I have compared him to both LeBron James and Dwyane Wade.

Within 15 feet of the basket Muhammad is unstoppable, but he isn't one-dimensional. He drives well, has good range, and his ball-handling skills allow him to create his own shot.

This chiseled southpaw also plays tough defense, although he has said that he would like to improve it. If that is one of the main factors then we could see him at Duke next year.

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