(All rankings are based on the observations FCH has made based on games watched, film, and additional research, and are the personal opinions of FCH. Players are ranked as college prospects, not necessarily on high school production. It is recognized that all of these players are extremely talented, and that there are many more talented players not in these rankings.)
1. Jalen Johnson- 6'8 2020 SF, Nicolet, Phenom U
2017-18 Stats: 18.4 ppg and 9.6 rpg
One of the elite players nationally in the class, Jalen Johnson is an extremely skilled small forward. Also capable of playing the point guard position, Jalen possesses good ball handling and exceptional court vision. Jalen is a great athlete, known for pulling off between-the-legs dunks in games, and capable of finishing through or over defenders. He is a matchup problem, as he is able to hit the three, but also use his size around the rim. On the defensive end, Jalen jumps the passing lane creating a lot of turnovers and easy buckets, and is also a talented shot blocker. He lead Sun Prairie to their first state tournament appearance, and impressed division one schools from across the country.
Offers of Note: Duke, Arizona, Florida, LSU, Minnesota, UCLA, USC, and Wisconsin among others.
2. Jamari Sibley- 6'9 2020 PF, Nicolet, Phenom U
2017-18 Stats: 16.8 ppg and 10.1 rpg
A long and wiry forward prospect, Jamari is able to dominate inside with his length and athleticism. Jamari is capable of scoring inside or from the mid-range, where he uses a high releasing jumpshot which is near impossible to block. Despite his thin frame, Jamari is a fighter inside, battling for every rebound on both ends. A developing threat on the perimeter, Jamari has shown the ability to hit the occasional three, though most of his work is still done around the basket. He also has the ability to run the fast break, a rare skill for someone of his size. Jamari's best basketball lies ahead, and it's no surprise that high majors around the country are offering.
Offers of Note: Arizona State, USC, Georgia Tech, Minnesota, and Marquette among others.
2017-18 Stats: 22.8 ppg and 7.1 rpg
A standout athlete in both football and basketball, Johnny Davis had a breakout sophomore year on the hardwood. The long and athletic guard was the leading scorer on a young and talented La Crosse Central team that qualified for the state tournament. A big time scoring threat, Johnny dropped 46 points on Eau Claire North during the season opener, setting the tone for a productive sophomore season. Johnny does a lot of his damage off the drive, and has a nice pull up jumper from mid-range. As a guard, Johnny utilizes his size to post up smaller defenders, with the ability to finish inside. As a junior Johnny will be a catalyst for a Central team that will be a favorite to win the Division 2 state title.
Offers of Note: Wisconsin, UNLV, Milwaukee, and Green Bay.
4. Desmond Polk- 6'4 2020 SG, Nicolet, Phenom U
2017-18 Stats: 19 ppg and 3.2 apg
Newly transferring to Nicolet to team up with fellow 2020 standout Jamari Sibley, to form one of the most formidable duos in the state. Desmond is a talented scoring guard with a combination of size, skill, and athleticism that makes him extremely deadly on offense. An athletic finisher inside, Desmond has also developed a consistent perimeter jumpshot. Desmond has been a big contributor on a Phenom University team that is considered one of the top 16u's in the country. His quality play has earned him high major offers from across the country.
Offers of Note: DePaul, Georgia Tech, Minnesota, and Kansas State among others.
2017-18 Stats: 22.2 ppg, 5.8 rpg, and 4.9 apg
A tough and physical guard, Kaleim Taylor has all of the physical tools to be a division one point guard. As the top point guard in the class, Kaleim has good handles to get to the rim, and is strong enough to finish through contact. A solid jumpshot forces defenders to guard him tightly, and he is then able to use his quickness to get by them. Kaleim's toughness has garnered attention of division one programs, and he will continue to be a problem in the state of Wisconsin.
Offers of Note: UNLV, Milwaukee, and Grambling State.
6. Terrance Thompson- 6'7 2020 PF, La Crosse Central, Phenom U
2017-18 Stats: 11.9ppg
A dominating presence in the post, Terrance Thompson mixes some new-school elements to an old-school post game. Thompson is a strong bodied power forward, who has the strength to bully defenders in the post, and the touch to finish around the rim. He has progressively increased his athleticism, and can now take defenders off the dribble and finish above the rim with ease. Once only an inside presence, Terrance now has the ability to step outside and knock down shots from three. After a strong spring showing with the Wisconsin Playground Warriors program, Terrance will look to impress more coaches on the Nike Circuit playing with Phenom U this summer.
Offers of Note: Depaul, Milwaukee, Grambling State, Missouri State, and Green Bay.
7. Isaac Lindsey- 6'3 2020 SG, Mineral Point, Phenom U
2017-18 Stats: 18.9ppg
Arguably the top shooter in the class, Isaac has the ability to sling it from well beyond the three point line. This range has put him on the radar of division one coaches throughout the midwest. Isaac's shooting helps to open up other parts of his game. He is able to get into the lane with ease, where he can then finish with either hand and is also a good passer. Playing with Phenom U on the EYBL, Isaac has proved he can defend and score against some of the top talent in the country. With continued work on his athleticism and all around game, Isaac will be a coveted recruit throughout the midwest.
Offers of Note: UNLV, Depaul, Green Bay, Milwaukee, and South Dakota St.
8. Anthony Washington- 6'3 2020 G, Madison East, Wisconsin Swing
2017-18 Stats: 10.5 ppg and 6.3 rpg
A player who has shooting up the rankings as of late, Anthony possesses the size and athleticism to succeed at the next level. Anthony can score around the rim with the ability to throw down some rim shaking dunks, and can also step out and hit the perimeter jumper. One of the top prospects in the Madison area, Anthony should see his scoring numbers skyrocket as a junior following the loss of teammate Keshawn Justice. Don't be surprised if Anthony earns his first division one offer in the near future.
Interest From: Milwaukee
9. Alex Antetokounmpo- 6'6 2020 SF, Dominican, Phenom U
2017-18 Stats: 14.4 ppg and 8.3 rpg
A player whose potential stretches nearly as long as his last name, Alex came into high school with more buzz than perhaps any other player in the state. As the younger brother of Giannis Antetokounmpo, many were excited to see how Alex would fare at the high school level. Alex has shown that he can produce, showing off a mixture of length, athleticism, and skill. Though still raw, Alex may be the most skilled of his brothers at this age, and his 3 elders have all been drafted into the NBA. With Alex's ability to knock down outside shots, score above the rim, and fight for loose balls, as well as his potential to keep growing, it will be exciting to see how he progresses over the next few seasons.
Offers of Note: DePaul and Green Bay
10. Jordan Davis- 6'4 2020 SG, La Crosse Central, Playground Warriors
2017-18 Stats: 10.2 ppg, 4.1 rpg, and 2.9 apg
Like his twin brother Johnny, Jordan Davis is a talented athlete on the wing. Jordan possesses a high basketball pedigree, with his father Mark Davis being a former NBA player. Using his athleticism, Jordan attacks the rim with poise, and also has a nice stroke on his jumpshot. With a strong 2020 core, Jordan will help keep the Red Raiders as a state title favorite for the next two years, and he will continue to grow as a basketball player.
Offers of Note: Green Bay and Milwaukee
11. Caden Boser- 6'7 2020 PF, Eau Claire Memorial, Wisconsin Swing
2017-18 Stats: 15 ppg and 6.6 rpg
One of the top post prospects in the state, Caden Boser possesses a skillful inside-out game. Able to bang in the post with players his size, Caden is also versatile enough to step outside and knock down perimeter jumpshots. On the defensive end, Caden uses his length to block and alter shots inside, and is also a capable rebounder. Don't be surprised if Caden is a 20+ per game guy as a junior for Eau Claire Memorial.
Offers of Note: Milwaukee
12. Carter Gilmore- 6'7 2020 PF, Arrowhead, Phenom U
2017-18 Stats: 15.4 ppg
Another talented big in a loaded 2020 class, Carter had an impressive debut season on the varsity level at Arrowhead. A versatile scorer on offense, Carter is a good three point shooter, and also has the athleticism and touch to finish around the rim. His athleticism gives him the ability to play on the wing or inside, and he is also skilled at creating scoring chances for his teammates. Playing with one of the top AAU programs in the country, Carter has been gaining the attention of division one programs.
Offers of Note: DePaul and Southern Illinois
13. Dalton Banks- 6'1 2020 PG, Eau Claire North, D1 Minnesota
2017-18 Stats: 19.4 ppg, 5 rpg, and 3.2 apg
As one of the top point guards in the class, Dalton made a name for himself as a sophomore. A proven scorer, Dalton is also a good distributor at the point guard position, a skill which will likely continue to grow as he matures as a floor general. After a breakout high school season, Dalton has been running with an elite national program in D1 Minnesota, where he has proven that he can compete with and against some of the top talent nationwide. Dalton is a crafty finisher around the rim and is also a capable shooter from outside. Dalton is a division one talent, who will likely keep Eau Claire North a state contender over the next two seasons.
Offers of Note: Green Bay and South Dakota
14. Darius Hannah- 6'9 2020 PF/C, Milwaukee Academy of Science, Kevon Looney Elite
2017-18 Stats: 15.5 ppg, 12.3 rpg, and 4.8 bpg
Darius Hannah has one of the highest ceilings in the class due to his mixture of height and athleticism. A long and thin post player, Darius is an elite level rim protector and can finish above the rim with ease on offense. The lefty has shown he has the ability to knock down jumpshots, as well as score inside. His athleticism allows him to step outside on defense, where he is a long and mobile defender. With talented 2020 Kaleim Taylor running the point, and Darius down low, MAS will be one of the most talented teams in the Milwaukee area.
Offers of Note: Bradley and Milwaukee
15. Jalawn Farrell- 6'3 2020 W, Quality Education Academy (NC), Milwaukee Spartans/Rebels
2017-18 Stats: 8.8 ppg, 2.2 rpg, and 1.3 spg
Looking at the stats, you may wonder why Jalawn is so highly ranked, but watching him play in game makes it easy to understand. Jalawn transferred to Park after his freshman year at Racine Case, and was one of the main contributors on an extremely talented and well balanced Park team. Jalawn is one of the toughest guards in the state, and it shows in his physicality around the rim, where it is extremely difficult to stop him from finishing. Jalawn put up 3 games of over 20 points, and shot over 50% on the season, showing his efficiency in scoring the basketball. With increased athleticism and the added exposure of playing with Phenom U, Jalawn will be watched closely by college programs in the future.
Offers of Note: DePaul, St. Louis, and South Dakota St.
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