2020 Player Rankings (Minnesota)

2020 Top 15 (All rankings are based on the observations FCH has made based on games watched, film, and highlights, 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 Suggs- 6’4 2020 PG, Minnehaha Academy, Grassroots Sizzle

The five star prospect’s game speaks for itself on the court. Part of a talented Minnehaha squad that won the AA state title, Suggs is leaving his mark on Minnesota basketball. Playing varsity ball since 7th grade, Jalen averaged 16 ppg, 7 rpg, 5 apg, and 3.5 spg as a sophomore. Perhaps most impressive was Jalen’s performance at the state tournament, taking over for 23.7 ppg, 6.3 rpg, and 4.3 apg. Standing at 6’5, Jalen combines good size for a point guard, with elite athleticism and strength. He is very dangerous penetrating the defense, and uses his strength to finish through contact. Also a division one prospect as a quarterback, Jalen translates his passing to the basketball court, able to set up his teammates for open jumpers and layups consistently. Considered by many to be the top 2020 point guard in the country, Jalen will continue to dominate Minnesota basketball for the next two seasons.

Offers of note: Kansas, Arizona State, Baylor, Iowa State, Marquette, Minnesota, UCLA,   

West Virginia, and Xavier among others

2. Dain Dainja- 6’8 2020 PF, Park Center, Grassroots Sizzle

Dainja is a prospect who has broken on to the national scene as of late, due to a strong spring season with Grassroots Sizzle on the UAA. Dain possesses a rare blend of skills for his size, including guard-like handles. In the post, Dain has elite footwork for a young big, and a lethal post spin move. As a sophomore at Park Center, he averaged 12.9 ppg on a talented team despite battling with a mid-season injury. With several players graduating, Dain will take on an increased scoring load during the winter, with hopes of leading Park Center to state.

Offers of note: Texas A&M, Marquette, Kansas State, Minnesota, West Virginia, and Georgetown

3. Dawson Garcia- 6’10 2020 PF, Prior Lake, D1 Minnesota

A unique blend of size, athleticism, and shooting ability, Garcia has been emerging on to the national recruiting seen as of late. Dawson has shown the ability to score inside, while also stretching the floor with his three point shooting. The lengthy power forward averaged 22 ppg and 11 rpg as a sophomore at Prior Lake, helping the Lakers achieve a 22 win season. Scoring 30 or more points in five games as a sophomore, Dawson Garcia has already proved to be one of the top offensive players in the state of Minnesota, with two more years to add to his arsenal at the high school level.

Offers of note: Texas A&M, Marquette, Minnesota, Butler, Baylor, Texas, Illinois, and Iowa

4. Ben Carlson- 6’8 2020 PF, East Ridge, D1 Minnesota

The third member of a talented group of 2020 forwards in Minnesota, Carlson possesses a solid all around game. He has the ability to score inside and out, and is great at rebounding his own misses down low. Part of an East Ridge team that features two other division one offered players (Courtney Brown and Kendall Brown), Ben still managed to average an impressive 19.3 ppg and 9.1 rpg. Ben is also a good passer from the wing, consistently finding his teammates on backdoor cuts to the basket. Carlson is considered a top 100 national talent, and will be a problem for opposing players in the state of Minnesota for the next to years.

Offers of note: Wisconsin, Northwestern, Creighton, Minnesota, Stanford, Nebraska, Davidson

5. Kerwin Walton- 6’4 2020 SG, Hopkins, D1 Minnesota

Perhaps the top three point shooter in the 2020 class, Kerwin Walton produces on a consistent basis. Playing on a stacked Hopkins squad featuring multiple high major prospects, Walton averaged 11.3 ppg. Running with D1 Minnesota on the AAU circuit, Kerwin has been improving his all around game, garnering him high major interest, and his first division one offer. Kerwin has solid size and athleticism for a shooting guard, and his deadly three point shot will help to open up the other aspects of his game.

Offers of note: Purdue, Kansas State, and Drake

6. Gabe Madsen- 6’4 2020 SG, Rochester Mayo, Wisconsin Playground Warriors

Moving to Minnesota for his sophomore year of high school, Gabe Madsen is a prospect perhaps flying under the radar in Minnesota. A very smooth player that can play both guard spots, Gabe has a solid all around game. Possessing a deadly step back jumper to match his ability to finish at the rim, Gabe averaged 19 ppg for an up and coming Rochester Mayo team. Madsen poured in a school record 53 points in a win over Red Wing, making 12 three pointers in the outing. Look for Gabe to turn heads throughout the state with his play as a junior.

Offers of note: Marquette, Northern Iowa, Green Bay

7. Blaise Beauchamp- 6’1 2020 PG, Hopkins, Howard Pulley

Blaise Beauchamp is a certified bucket getter on the basketball court. With a play style similar to that of Lamelo Ball, Blaise has range extending well beyond the three point arc and possesses a very quick release on his shot. He has the uncanny ability to make off balanced pull-up jump shots, and utilizes a crafty two footed floater. Playing on varsity since he was an eighth grader, Blaise averaged 15 ppg for a Hopkins team that lost just two games his sophomore season. Though yet to receive any offers, Blaise has been receiving looks from various division one programs after a successful spring with the Howard Pulley 17’s.

Schools of interest: Baylor, UCF, George Washington, Nebraska

8. Lu’Cye Patterson- 6’ 2020 PG, Brooklyn Center, Howard Pulley

Perhaps the craftiest guard in his class, Lu’Cye makes up for his lack of athleticism with a high basketball IQ and skill level. Lu’Cye excels at driving to the hoop, often drawing fouls on his opponents. He also has the ability to knock down the outside jumper. Patterson is also a proven passer, averaging 5 apg to go along with his 23 ppg while leading Brooklyn Center to a state tournament appearance. Playing a year up with Howard Pulley’s 17s, Lu’cye is averaging 8.2 ppg and a team leading 3.1 apg on the EYBL circuit. The Andre Miller-like point guard will be one to watch for division one programs in the coming years.
Offers of Note: Idaho State

9. Terry Lockett- 6’ 2020 PG, Minnehaha Academy, Grassroots Sizzle

The lightning quick point guard, and backcourt mate of Jalen Suggs, is among the top guards in Minnesota’s 2020 class. Having been on the recruiting radar for a few years already, Terry struggled with some nagging injuries during his sophomore season. He averaged just under 12 ppg to help lead Minnehaha Academy to a state title. He produced on a consistent basis, providing a three point shooting threat for a talented Minnehaha squad. Lockett is a good shooter, possesses great ball handling, and is a very quick player on both ends. Terry will attempt to lead Minnehaha Academy to a third straight state title as a junior alongside some talented teammates.
Offers of note: Hampton

10. Mason Madsen- 6’3 2020 PG, Rochester Mayo, Wisconsin Playground Warriors

Like his brother Gabe, Mason moved to Rochester without much hype surrounding him in the Minnesota basketball scene. That quickly changed as the talented guard produced at a high level for Rochester Mayo. Averaging 16.7 ppg as a sophomore, Mason is a proven scorer. He possesses good passing ability, as well as a nice pull up midrange game. He has the ability to create his own shot with ease, while also being able to play off the ball. Look for Mason and his brother Gabe to make some noise at Rochester Mayo over the next two seasons.
Offers of note: Green Bay, Northern Iowa

11. Drake Dobbs- 6’ 2020 PG, Eden Prairie, D1 Minnesota

Drake Dobbs is perhaps the streakiest shooter in the state, and when he’s on, he’s as deadly on offense as anyone in the state. This was evident in a game against Hopkins, where Drake scored 39 points, including an 8 point spree in just 2 seconds of game time. Drake has a lighting quick release, and gets good elevation on his three point shot. He is also a tough finisher at the rim, absorbing contact and finishing around taller defenders consistently. Drake averaged 18 ppg while playing with a swagger matched by very little throughout the state. His scoring ability and toughness have gained the attention of various division one programs throughout the midwest.

Offers of Note: Liberty University

12. Austin Andrews- 6’6 2020 PF, Eden Prairie, D1 Minnesota

Austin Andrews is one of the hardest workers in the state. Often times matched up against opposing players 3 or 4 inches taller than him, Austin put in gutsy defensive performances. Using a high basketball IQ and pure grit, he made up for the height difference in those situations. On offense, Austin possesses great fundamentals and post footwork, as well as the ability to hit the outside jump shot. He averaged 18.2 ppg and 7.3 rpg on a very talented and young Eden Prairie team, that advanced all the way to the state semi-finals. Andrews is a player that will contribute on a consistent basis, and will make a college program very happy in the future.

Schools of interest: Denver, Miami of Ohio
13. Steven Crowl- 6’9 2020 C, Eastview, WOTN

Steven Crowl played an integral part of a young Eastview squad that finished the season 10-16, losing to Apple Valley in the section playoffs. Crowl proved to be a threat on offense, leading Eastview in scoring at 12.8 ppg. Crowl is a confident shooter from beyond the arc, and has a quick release on his jump shot. He opened eyes against Prior Lake, dropping 22 points against a pair of high major prospects in Robert Jones and Dawson Garcia. With his best basketball still to come, Crowl will be a division one prospect to watch for as he continues to develop his game going into his junior season.

Schools of interest: UNC Wilmington, Miami of Ohio, Northern Iowa

14 Noah King- 6’2 2020 PG, Caledonia, Minnesota Comets Elite

The younger brother of 2018 Mr. Basketball finalist Owen King, Noah is an exceptional scoring threat. Leading the AA state runners up Caledonia in scoring (21 ppg) and rebounding (6 rpg), Noah is capable at producing at a high level. A strong and stocky guard, Noah is very good at finishing around the basket, and also has a consistent jump shot. Even with the loss of older brother Owen, expect Noah to keep Caledonia in state title contention for the next two seasons.

Offers of note: South Dakota State

15. Connor Christensen- 6’6 2020 SF, Eden Prairie, D1 Minnesota

Christensen is a hard nosed defender who plays with high intensity for Eden Prairie. He was part of a talented sophomore core for the Eagles, chipping in 11 ppg and 7 rpg to help lead them to the state semi-finals. Connor is a good finisher around the rim, and a high effort type of player. Look for Connor’s recruitment to start picking up this summer and throughout his junior season.

Schools with interest: Lafayette, Denver, Miami of Ohio