College Basketball Recruits in the Class of 2019 Already Making Waves

The class of 2019 is just finishing up its freshman year of high school, but there are already several players showing a lot of promise for the next level.

Some of these players have already started for nationally ranked high school programs, while others are making an impact in the grassroots circuits in events such as the Nike EYBL.

This isn't a list of the 10 best prospects in the class going forward, as it is still far too early to predict futures and identify new players for three more high school seasons. It's a list of 10 players who should be on your radar if you're a college basketball fan. Some of these freshmen already own multiple high-major scholarship offers from elite programs, while others show a lot of promising upside to be major contributors in a few years.

Tyger Campbell, Point Guard

Selling Points: Not many point guards get the chance to start at a nationally ranked prep school and on a 17U EYBL team during freshman year of high school, but Tyger Campbell is doing both. Generously listed at 6'0"—with big and unique hair—Campbell can score and distribute, and he already has success against older and bigger competition.

Staying Power: Since he's already averaging 17.6 points and 5.1 assists per game in the EYBL and he helped lead a talented La Lumiere team to the Dick's Nationals title game, Campbell just needs to hope he grows more and gains more strength to prepare for the college game. 

P.J. Fuller, Shooting Guard

Selling points: A bouncy, 6'3" guard from Seattle, P.J. Fuller has already gained a big reputation in the Pacific Northwest as he continues to show promising flashes against older competition. Fuller is already playing as a reserve guard for the 17U Seattle Rotary in the Nike EYBL while also playing varsity at Garfield High School.

Staying power: Like many young guards, Fuller still has to figure out who he is and how he's going to consistently score, including creating a more consistent perimeter jumper. But Fuller has the athleticism and competitive nature to be among the top wings in the class with continued development.

Cassius Stanley, Shooting Guard

Selling points: Already generating a lot of buzz on the West Coast, the 6'5" Cassius Stanley brings extreme athleticism and a developing skill level on the wing. With an ability to sky over traffic, Stanley can make plays that few others could ever fathom—like this.

Staying power: The key for Stanley will be to improve his skill level and expand the range on his jumper. Already playing up with Cal Supreme in the Nike EYBL, Stanley is averaging 7.6 points per game but has yet to knock down a three-pointer. 

R.J. Barrett, Small Forward

Selling points: With strong bloodlines and a killer game from the wing, the 6'6" R.J. Barrett is the next big thing out of Canada. The son of Rowan Barrett, Canada Basketball’s executive vice president of the men’s national team, R.J. had a strong season playing for nationally ranked Montverde Academy. The lefty wing is skilled and athletic.

Staying power: Barrett's great vision and passing ability could allow him to transition to point guard as he gets older. As long as he's able to show consistent range and add strength, Barrett is trending as one of the best players in the class, with a chance to be No. 1.

Bryan Antoine, Shooting Guard

Selling points: As one half of a ridiculous 2019 duo with Scottie Lewis (more on him in a moment), the 6'5" Bryan Antoine is the smooth-shooting 2-guard who can score from multiple levels on the floor. Antoine had flashes of elite play at Ranney School this past year while also playing well in the Under Armour Association this spring.

Staying power: The duo of Antoine and Lewis should generate a ton of interest if they stay together, and Antoine is showing plenty of upside thanks to his perimeter shooting. If Antoine can become a point guard and play on the ball, he'll have a lot to offer.

Scottie Lewis, Shooting Guard

Selling points: Another above-the-rim athlete on the wing, the 6'5" Scottie Lewis has already generated a lot of high-major scholarship offers after a productive freshman year of high school at Ranney School in New Jersey. While his offensive skill level still needs some work, Lewis has the extreme athleticism to be an elite two-way wing.

Staying power: Lewis needs to expand the range on his jumper, but he'll have plenty of time to do that over the next few years. Also a strong rebounder and defender on the wing, Lewis could be a shutdown guy at the next level if he continues to play with intensity on that end.

Wendell Moore, Small Forward

Selling points: Already being heavily pursued by Duke and North Carolina as a high school freshman, the 6'5" Wendell Moore is advanced in terms of his feel for the game and ability to score, as he put up some great games at Cox Mill High School.

Staying power: Duke and North Carolina don't ramp up the interest for freshmen very often, but the small forward is an exceptional talent who will be tough to pull out of the state of North Carolina. If Moore continues to grow and develop, he could push for a top-five spot in the class.

Chandler Lawson, Forward

Selling points: With two older brothers already playing at Memphis, Chandler Lawson has the bloodlines to be another potential top-25 talent. The 6'7" Chandler is already more athletic than brothers K.J. and Dedric, and he's also playing more in the post. 

Staying power: If Chandler can transition a little bit to the wing with his size and athleticism, he'll be a problem to defend. As it is, Chandler has shown a lot of early promise and looks to be a potential elite prospect in a strong class of 2019 in the Memphis area.

Charles Bassey, Center

Selling points: The 6'10" product of Nigeria is dominating the San Antonio basketball scene as a freshman in high school. In the Jordan Brand Classic International Game, Bassey finished with 14 points and 12 rebounds and showed a massive amount of potential.

Staying power: With a lot of natural upside and great size, Bassey has a chance to stay in the discussion as one of the top players in the class. Bassey has to show that he can remain productive against other elite big men, but he has a ton of tools to work with.

Chol Marial, Center

Selling points: How many 7'3" basketball players are out there, especially ones who are freshmen in high school? Chol Marial moves well for his size and has already shown well in some settings against older competition. He has an improving skill level and is impossible to defend near the rim because of his size.

Staying power: Adding strength will be important for Marial, so he doesn't get pushed around in the paint when he starts progressing through the ranks. He could also stand to develop a couple of go-to moves and his overall skill level. There's a lot to like early with Marial, and you can't teach 7'3".

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