4/5A Denver Prep League Preview: Encouraging 2026 Prospects

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The forward put up 6.2 points, 6.8 rebounds, and 1.2 blocks per game.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-653c06d4cbdad"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["795852"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"McClinon's upside will be on full display this season, following the departure of a few key seniors. An active defender on help or at the point of attack, they possess notable intrigue defending a variety of backcourt opponents. Possessinga wide reach, McClinon is an above average rebounder among backcourt options. Effective at getting offensive rebounds, often following putbacks at the rim, the sophomore will be a valuable hustle player at all times. Her continued growth as a playmaker will be intriguing over the coming seasons. Through her previous season with Thomas Jefferson, the shooting guard posted 7 points and 2.8 rebounds per game.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-653c06d4cbe51"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["761872"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"Jordan has shown upside as a playmaker and ball handler in traffic. Capable of slowing down the pace in the halfcourt, the guard finds her spots for floaters or mid-range shot attempts. Arguably her most impactful skill within Northfield's context, Jordan's perimeter shooting adds immense value for this group, following 35% contribution behind the arc. She shows potential as a volume shooter from spot-up attempts, most active on the secondary break or while the defense rotates in the halfcourt. Thanks to the guard's ability as a spacer, the defense is stretched out a bit far, allowing her that much more space on driving lanes.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-653c06d4cbed1"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Ana Baseman","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2026","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"5'7u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"12124","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Northfield","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"Baseman shows value on the defensive side, proactive defending drivers. Assertive dropping into the paint to clog the lane, the sophomore should be a beneficial defender over the coming seasons. Another area of value is her willingness to push the pace in transition, often following a steal along the perimeter. Additionally, Baseman possesses a high motor on the glass, among the more productive rebounders in this group. Through her freshman season with Northfield, Baseman put up 5.9 rebounds and 3.2 points per game.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-653c06d4cbfc4"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["558120"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"Diaz held her own on the perimeter last season, capable of matching up with opposing ball handlers to instigate potential driving lanes. The sophomore guard is assertive defending at the point of attack or help, quickly digging into opponents' space to steal the ball. Diaz shows upside as a spot-up shooter out to the three point line, effective knocking down corner threes when given space. Through her previous season with 17-7 Denver North, the guard put up 9 points and 2.8 rebounds per game. Her growth as a facilitator will be worth following, given her consistent production last season.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-653c06d4cc042"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->