2027 Rankings: Watch-List Players to Know

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>With the 2027 rankings fully updated, here are some players on the watch-list who are worth keeping an eye on. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["999634"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68e47a0958719"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A tough, tenacious guard, she aggressively attacks the ball with precision. Her ability to play off two feet in the paint allows her to stay balanced and under control, even in high-pressure situations. With her eyes always up, she effortlessly identifies open teammates, creating scoring opportunities with smart passes. As a fundamental point guard, she excels in running the offense efficiently, demonstrating leadership and poise on every possession.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1321978"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68e47a09587bd"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A quick and agile guard, she consistently showcased elite defensive skills throughout last season, disrupting opponents with relentless pressure. Her tenacious defense often led to turnovers, sparking fast-break opportunities for her team. On offense, she displayed unselfishness, creating easy scoring chances for her teammates with precise passes and sharp court vision. Her blend of defensive grit and team-first mentality made her an invaluable asset on both ends of the floor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1051327"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68e47a0958854"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Burke made a significant impact on the court with her impressive defensive skills. Her great length allowed her to dominate in the paint, securing crucial rebounds that often led to second-chance points for her team. Defensively, she effectively used her reach to disrupt opponents, contest shots, and force turnovers. As she steps into a bigger role this year, her ability to control the boards and anchor the defense will be big for her team. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1051338"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68e47a09588cf"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Standing tall on the court, she embodies relentless effort, never taking a play off. Her defensive tenacity shines as she consistently generates steals, turning defense into easy transition points for her team. Aggressive on the boards, she excels in securing rebounds, providing her team with critical second-chance opportunities.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->