It’s never too early to start preparing for next season!
See below for a list of the 30 freshmen for the 2022-23 college basketball season.
In no particular order:
Derek Lively II, Duke: The Pennsylvania native is a major reason why Duke has a chance to be on the elite defensive team in his first year under John Shire. Predicted to be one of his top picks in the 2023 NBA Draft, his 7-1 Lively is an opponent’s favorite thanks to his protection at the rim and his ability to change shots. It will change the way the offense is scored.
Darik Whitehead, Duke: Whitehead is currently out indefinitely with a foot injury, but if he returns he will be one of the best players in the sport. How good is this 6-6-6 freshman? Before his injury, he was the favorite to lead the Blue Devils in scoring for the 2022-23 season.
Kyle Filipowski, Duke: Filipowski is one of the most unique prospects in this year’s freshman class due to his elite size, skill and power. At 6-11 pounds, 230 pounds, Filipowski physically looks like a true center, but he’s used to starting offense at halfcourt and promoting chances for his teammates. Along with Lively, he forms the Blue Devils’ strong power forward center combination.
Mark Mitchell, Duke: The Kansas native is another five-star candidate in Duke’s hiring class. 6-8 Mitchell is the quintessential combo forward with tremendous explosive power. Mitchell will give the Blue Devils another look at power forwards if either Lively or Filipowski are out of the game.
Dillon Mitchell, Texas: At 6-7 and long and skinny, Mitchell has the type of basketball body that Norman Rockwell would have pictured. A great passer with excellent eyesight and a sensational IQ, Mitchell has an innate way of performing in all areas of the box his score. Expect him to be the lockdown defender under Chris Beard this season.
Amari Bailey, UCLA: Several talent evaluators have compared Bailey to current Minnesota Timberwolves guard D’Angelo Russell, who played one season at Ohio State. Sleek, sly and elite his athlete, this 6-to-5-year-old left-hander can aggressively take over the game and is also great at creating for others. This could very well be the best guard you’ve ever played with Mick Cronin.
Adem Bona, UCLA: The 6-9 Bona plays with power and authority on both sides of the ball and runs on a motor that never seems to run out of gas. A five-star prospect by consensus, Bona averaged 17 points, 10.9 rebounds and 2.4 blocks at the FIBA U20 in Europe this summer. Think of another Bam Adebayo.
Nick Smith, Arkansas: What are Smith’s talents? He could very well be the top college pick in the 2023 NBA Draft. Take this 6-4 guard from him as a potential All-American for the 2022-23 season.
Anthony Black, Arkansas: Black hasn’t played a game in Arkansas yet, but that didn’t stop Eric Musselman from raving about him all summer. The stewardship of the 6-7 black will be the main reason if Arkansas advances to the Elite Eight beyond his third consecutive title.
Jordan Walsh, Arkansas: Walsh doesn’t get as much attention as Smith or Black, but he’ll be a big part of the Razorbacks this season. Blessed with versatility at 6-7, Walsh can defend multiple positions and Small has the potential to excel as a forward with his power on the ball.
Cayson Wallace, Kentucky: A pitbull defensively, 6-4 Wallace can make a huge impact in the game without even calling for a shot. He will form a quick and explosive backcourt this season alongside veteran floor generals Sahvir Wheeler.
Chris Livingston, Kentucky: The Livingstone has a great size of 6-6 inches and has a wide frame so it can absorb traffic bumps. Don’t be surprised if John Calipari turns Livingston into an elite defensive rebounder this season.
Keeonte George, Baylor: George showed great promise for Baylor at the Global Jam this summer, scoring regularly over 30 points against international competition. Alongside redshirt freshman Langston Love, he will be part of the nation’s best perimeter.
Kerelware, Oregon: Dana Altman is personally bullish on his team. The addition of the 7ft wear is the main reason. The five-star freshman averaged 15.7 points and 6.8 rebounds in his championship FIBA U18 Americas and is projected to be a top 10 pick in his 2023 NBA Draft. remember the name
Jareth Walker, Houston: Kelvin Sampson has built one of the best programs in college basketball. 6-8 Walker’s commitment (5 star outlook) reaffirms it. A cunning power forward that excels in face-up situations, Walker is deadly around the rim and on the grass. He will fit right in with the cougar.
Cam Whitmore, Villanova: Don’t be shocked if Whitmore seeks All-Big East first-team honors as a freshman – seriously. The 6-6 forward was named MVP of the FIBA U18 Americas Championship earlier this summer. and has the potential to become a big star. Whitmore is a great ‘one off’ talent.
Julian Phillips, Tennessee: Rick Barnes returns with some key pieces from last season’s team that won the SEC tournament, but the addition of 6-8 Phillips could take Volunteers to another level. Philips has high long term ceilings and great talent. He will join Tennessee’s strong return nucleus of Zacai Ziegler, Santiago Vescovi, Josiah Jordan-James and Olivier Nkamuua.
Brandon Miller, Alabama: Nate Oates has been looking for a long, lean elite forward since losing Herb Jones two seasons ago. 6-8 Miller is a strong candidate to fill the void. Smooth and seasoned, Miller needs to add weight and strength, but should fit right in with Crimson Tide’s spread-offensive approach.
Jaden Bradley, Alabama: Another season would bring another highly touted point guard to Tuscaloosa. Much like he was JD Davison a year ago, Bradley should be his five-star prospect and ready to contribute from day one of practice.
JJ Sterling, Notre Dame: A year after securing the ‘one-and-done’ guard at Blake Wesley, Mike Brey may have another guard at Starling. Sterling with a record of 6 wins and 4 losses is expected to have a high usage rate. Points His play at guard could ultimately determine whether the Irishman can return to his NCAA Tournament in 2023.
Jalen Hood-Schifino, Indiana: A physical specimen with a 6-5 record, Hood Schifino can play multiple positions on the perimeter and should be under a lot of pressure from Xavier Johnson at point guard. This five-star prospect of his is expected to be a starter as a freshman in Indiana.
Jet Howard, Michigan: The Wolverines’ Wing has the minutes, and Howard is ready to take advantage of it. Head of Michigan, his coach, Juwan, son of Howard, Jet Howard, has the physique of a 6 to 7-year-old and a natural talent for putting the ball in the basket. He will play a big role for the Wolverines in the 2022-23 season.
Grady Dick, Kansas: A 6-7 knockdown shooter, Dick shoots quality shots just by playing Bill Self. Kansas will play a key role as a freshman as Ochai tries to identify shots outside after losing both his Agbaji and Christian Brown.
MJ Rice, Kansas: At 6-5 pounds and 225 pounds and broad-shouldered, Rice physically doesn’t look like a typical college freshman. An effective shooter and tenacious rebounder, Rice has many attributes that make him an instant mainstay in the Kansas rotation.
Sky Clark, Illinois: Clark, a Kentucky native, plans to pick up car keys as a point guard in Illinois as a freshman. His ability to execute Brad Underwood’s offense will determine whether this program can stay in the upper tiers of the Big Ten.
Trey Kauffman-Renn, Purdue (red shirt): Matt Painter’s programs have always been associated with big shots of talent. Next is Kaufmann Ren. After being redshirted last season, this 6-9 forward should add another capable frontcourt piece to Purdue alongside Mason Gillis, Zach Eadie and Caleb Furst.
GG Jackson, South Carolina: Jackson’s decision to reclassify from 2023 to 2022 is the main reason Lamont Paris’ inaugural season in South Carolina is having concrete buzz right now. He should be at the center of everything Gamecocks does and be one of the SEC’s top scorers.
Johann Traore, Auburn: He’s neither Jabari Smith nor Walker Kessler, but that doesn’t mean Traoré doesn’t have a chance to be one of the best freshmen in the country this season. and use the angles around the rim well. Traoré has star potential this season.
Bruce Thornton, Ohio: The Buckeyes have been busy on the transfer portal this spring to replenish their roster, but Thornton will be the only Ohio rookie to become a Big Ten starting point guard as a freshman. , as well as the Buckeyes.
Judah Mintz, Syracuse: Jim Boheim likes Mintz’s long-term ability. He will soon get the chance to show it off at Orange.6-3 Mintz is expected to play a big role in Syracuse’s borders as a freshman behind Joe Girard.
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