NMPreps.com's Top 50 Prospects: Class of 2021
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The Top 50 Seniors in New Mexico high school basketball. NMPreps has been the number one source in New Mexico since 2010 and will continue to provide the best basketball coverage.
Abdul Khweis, 2021 (Taos High School): A very athletic forward that makes things happen around the rim. Averaged 17 points per game last season.
Andres Martinez, 2021 (McCurdy High School): Averaged 18.5 points and 10 rebounds last season. An athletic wing at 6-foot-4 that can rise above the rim.
Austyn Perea, 2021 (Albuqueruqe High School): The front court this season will utilize more guard and ball movement and will only benefit Perea who had a few double digit games.
Blake Muscato, 2021 (Clovis High School): Returning shooting guard for the Clovis Wildcats will likely be more of a three point threat this season as his production will be counted on more. He'll get more looks and could become more of a known name on the hardwood.
Bryson Wood, 2021 (Farmington High School): The 6-foot-1 wing for the Scorpions will look to guide them this season. Had a few key games and will look to take on a bigger role this season coming season.
Christian Lucero, 2021 (Rio Rancho High School): The Rams backcourt will be solid next season and the wing presence of Lucero will play huge for the Rams. Lucero averaged 10 points per game last season.
Christian Pacheco, 2021 (Deming High School): The Wildcats will look to 6-4 post player Pacheco as they look to get back to the state tournament. Pacheco is part of a sound group returning this season.
Dante Sanchez, 2021 (Logan High School): The Longhorns guard led the way with 22.4 points per game and welcomes back a very good Logan team in 2021.
Derek Chavez, 2021 (Valley High School): Coming off back-to-back state championships the Vikings now look Chavez in 2020/2021 to keep them going. Chavez, a smooth point guard
Devin Domina-Lovato, 2021 (Eldorado High School): Devin now moves into a must-score or must make a play position after they graduate their go-to players last season. Like his brother who went to the next level to play he can score.
Dominic Luna, 2021 (Capital High School): Not many expected the Capital Jaguars to play for the 5A State Championship game but they did after a 28-win season. Luna was instrumental in helping the Jaguars get there, he averaged 12 points, 3 rebounds and 2.5 steals per game.
Elijah Parham, 2021 (Eldorado High School): His role, like Domina-Lovato will improve with the graduation of key players last season. This Eagles team will be led by these senior guards with a frontcourt of talent from 2022.
Elijah Valdivia, 2022 (Albuquerque High School): The Albuquerque Bulldogs will have a new head coach and the talented 5-9 guard will look to help guide the Dogs in year one.
Evan Gonzales, 2021 (Cleveland High School): One player on a continued power in Cleveland that doesn't get the spotlight he should. After a solid start to the season with his first eight games he was putting in some big scoring numbers. He would finish averaging around 10 points per game last season. He could be ready for a breakout season.
Fedonta "JB" White, 2021 (Santa Fe High School): Committed early to the University of New Mexico, White will be one of the most watched prospects in New Mexico. An athletic rim protector, has a smooth shooting touch and will quietly get 20 on any given night.
Gerald Juarez, 2021 (Rio Grande High School): The Ravens have struggled the last five years but Juarez a senior three point shooter will look to bring back some spark to the south valley.
Isaiah Brooks, 2021 (Atrisco Heritage Academy): Brooks will take the lead next season and you are sure to see a bump in his 12 points per game.
Isaiah Lewis, 2021 (Hobbs High School): I like what Lewis is capable of this coming season for the Hobbs Eagles. A player that is always on the move, scores well in transition and can penetrate while getting to the glass. Averaged around 6 points but on Hobbs teams that get up and down, you could have him go for 15 on any given night. One senior I could see get plenty of attention come post season.
Isaiah Mitchell, 2021 (Grady/San Jon School): Another small school player looking to make an impact this coming season. Mitchell will become the focus of this team next season after averaging 12 points and 3 rebounds per game.
Ivan Bernal, 2021 (Alamogordo High School): A stat stuffer and point guard that will have his name blow up this season. Averaged 15 points, 5 rebounds, and 5 assists per game.
Ja'shon Lowery, 2021 (La Cueva High School): Another athletic player in the 2021 class who will see his role and numbers grow in 2021. Lowery averaged 11 points a game last season.
Jared Hicks, 2021 (Goddard High School): Hicks looks to carry the load with Montanez since graduating. Hicks will run the point guard spot, handles the ball well and a fierce defender.
Javial Garcia, 2021 (Cobre High School): A first-team all-district player for the Cobre Indians last season look for Garcia and the Indians to be a deep threat this season. He averaged 10 points per game last season.
Jesus Alvardo-Luna, 2021 (Centennial High School): Averaged just under 10 points per game but the 6-foot-3 wing, Alvardo-Luna's production will only rise in 2021 as his role takes a bigger step.
Jordan Duda, 2021 (Espanola Valley High School): Duda will guide a very talented 2022 class returning for the Sundevils this season. Duda has some range to his game and can let it fly. Nice form and will be a double-digit guy all season.
Josiah Navarro, 2021 (Los Lunas High School): The Tigers lose the inside presence from last season (Santana and Kiehne) and his 12.6 points per game will likely need to be around 15, but Navarro can score with the best of them. Had a very solid start to the season and was looking like a 4A player of the year candidate.
Junior Hodnett, 2021 (Rio Rancho High School): A guard with some hops. He will be part of a solid duo in the backcourt for the Rams in 2021. Hodnett averaged 10 points per game last season.
Lamar Rogers, 2021 (Albuquerque High School): Rogers will be a go-to player for the Dogs this season as an inside presence on both ends of the floor. Wide span and ability to get up and down.
Nathan Hasberry, 2021 (Cleveland High School): A top talent to keep an eye on for the 2020/2021 season. Hasberry averaged 14 points per game last season for a Final Four team.
Nathan Salcido, 2021 (Hot Springs High School): Another prospect that played well for the Tigers title team in 2019 and looking to be a huge threat this coming season. An all-district player that averaged 11 points and 4 rebounds last season.
Nick Trujillo, 2021 (Grants High School): Shooting guard with some size to him. Trujillo can go off for 15 on any given night. Can create his own look and did well helping guide the Pirates back to the state tournament.
Noah Cunningham, 2021 (Volcano Vista High School): Maybe one of the better of the less talked about players for the coming 2021 season. Had a 26 point game in the APS metro Championships,
Sam Henderson, 2021 (Sandia Prep School): The 6-foot-6 shooting guard is geared to have a special season in 2021. The Sundevils are going to be a favorite and Henderson is a top 25 player from the 2021 class.
Tate Sorgen, 2021 (Melrose High School): One of the best in 1A basketball last season and looking to make a repeat in 2021. Sorgen averaged 16 points an 10 rebounds per game last season as a junior.
Taymon Burrola, 2021 (Roswell High School): On the scene for a couple years now, Burrola is coming off a 16 point per game season for the Coyotes.
Tre Watson III, 2021 (Cleveland High School): One of the top two-sport athletes in New Mexico who has several big offers in football but could garner some in hoops too. Averaged 17 points per game.
Tucker Smothermon, 2021 (Artesia High School): A 6-foot-4 wing that can knock it down from the outside. No official numbers but around 15 per game is about right in games we've seen. Has transferred to Lubbock, Texas.
Verrels Lukman, 2021 (Hot Springs High School): Instrumental to the state championship in 2018, Lukman will be the top guard to watch in 3A basketball this coming season. Averaged 15, 4 rebounds and 3 assists per contest.
Wyatt Wright, 2021 (Logan High School): The Longhorns could be a favorite in 1A basketball with a pair of players topping the list this preseason. Wright is a double-double type of player this coming season. The all-district player averaged 10 points and 8 rebounds last season.
Note: NMPreps.com will continue to add players. Feel free to email/text in your players to grinejosh@yahoo.com or 505-414-4313
Grine | NMPreps Site Manager
The Top 50 Seniors in New Mexico high school basketball. NMPreps has been the number one source in New Mexico since 2010 and will continue to provide the best basketball coverage.
Abdul Khweis, 2021 (Taos High School): A very athletic forward that makes things happen around the rim. Averaged 17 points per game last season.
Andres Martinez, 2021 (McCurdy High School): Averaged 18.5 points and 10 rebounds last season. An athletic wing at 6-foot-4 that can rise above the rim.
Austyn Perea, 2021 (Albuqueruqe High School): The front court this season will utilize more guard and ball movement and will only benefit Perea who had a few double digit games.
Blake Muscato, 2021 (Clovis High School): Returning shooting guard for the Clovis Wildcats will likely be more of a three point threat this season as his production will be counted on more. He'll get more looks and could become more of a known name on the hardwood.
Bryson Wood, 2021 (Farmington High School): The 6-foot-1 wing for the Scorpions will look to guide them this season. Had a few key games and will look to take on a bigger role this season coming season.
Christian Lucero, 2021 (Rio Rancho High School): The Rams backcourt will be solid next season and the wing presence of Lucero will play huge for the Rams. Lucero averaged 10 points per game last season.
Christian Pacheco, 2021 (Deming High School): The Wildcats will look to 6-4 post player Pacheco as they look to get back to the state tournament. Pacheco is part of a sound group returning this season.
Dante Sanchez, 2021 (Logan High School): The Longhorns guard led the way with 22.4 points per game and welcomes back a very good Logan team in 2021.
Derek Chavez, 2021 (Valley High School): Coming off back-to-back state championships the Vikings now look Chavez in 2020/2021 to keep them going. Chavez, a smooth point guard
Devin Domina-Lovato, 2021 (Eldorado High School): Devin now moves into a must-score or must make a play position after they graduate their go-to players last season. Like his brother who went to the next level to play he can score.
Dominic Luna, 2021 (Capital High School): Not many expected the Capital Jaguars to play for the 5A State Championship game but they did after a 28-win season. Luna was instrumental in helping the Jaguars get there, he averaged 12 points, 3 rebounds and 2.5 steals per game.
Elijah Parham, 2021 (Eldorado High School): His role, like Domina-Lovato will improve with the graduation of key players last season. This Eagles team will be led by these senior guards with a frontcourt of talent from 2022.
Elijah Valdivia, 2022 (Albuquerque High School): The Albuquerque Bulldogs will have a new head coach and the talented 5-9 guard will look to help guide the Dogs in year one.
Evan Gonzales, 2021 (Cleveland High School): One player on a continued power in Cleveland that doesn't get the spotlight he should. After a solid start to the season with his first eight games he was putting in some big scoring numbers. He would finish averaging around 10 points per game last season. He could be ready for a breakout season.
Fedonta "JB" White, 2021 (Santa Fe High School): Committed early to the University of New Mexico, White will be one of the most watched prospects in New Mexico. An athletic rim protector, has a smooth shooting touch and will quietly get 20 on any given night.
Gerald Juarez, 2021 (Rio Grande High School): The Ravens have struggled the last five years but Juarez a senior three point shooter will look to bring back some spark to the south valley.
Isaiah Brooks, 2021 (Atrisco Heritage Academy): Brooks will take the lead next season and you are sure to see a bump in his 12 points per game.
Isaiah Lewis, 2021 (Hobbs High School): I like what Lewis is capable of this coming season for the Hobbs Eagles. A player that is always on the move, scores well in transition and can penetrate while getting to the glass. Averaged around 6 points but on Hobbs teams that get up and down, you could have him go for 15 on any given night. One senior I could see get plenty of attention come post season.
Isaiah Mitchell, 2021 (Grady/San Jon School): Another small school player looking to make an impact this coming season. Mitchell will become the focus of this team next season after averaging 12 points and 3 rebounds per game.
Ivan Bernal, 2021 (Alamogordo High School): A stat stuffer and point guard that will have his name blow up this season. Averaged 15 points, 5 rebounds, and 5 assists per game.
Ja'shon Lowery, 2021 (La Cueva High School): Another athletic player in the 2021 class who will see his role and numbers grow in 2021. Lowery averaged 11 points a game last season.
Jared Hicks, 2021 (Goddard High School): Hicks looks to carry the load with Montanez since graduating. Hicks will run the point guard spot, handles the ball well and a fierce defender.
Javial Garcia, 2021 (Cobre High School): A first-team all-district player for the Cobre Indians last season look for Garcia and the Indians to be a deep threat this season. He averaged 10 points per game last season.
Jesus Alvardo-Luna, 2021 (Centennial High School): Averaged just under 10 points per game but the 6-foot-3 wing, Alvardo-Luna's production will only rise in 2021 as his role takes a bigger step.
Jordan Duda, 2021 (Espanola Valley High School): Duda will guide a very talented 2022 class returning for the Sundevils this season. Duda has some range to his game and can let it fly. Nice form and will be a double-digit guy all season.
Josiah Navarro, 2021 (Los Lunas High School): The Tigers lose the inside presence from last season (Santana and Kiehne) and his 12.6 points per game will likely need to be around 15, but Navarro can score with the best of them. Had a very solid start to the season and was looking like a 4A player of the year candidate.
Junior Hodnett, 2021 (Rio Rancho High School): A guard with some hops. He will be part of a solid duo in the backcourt for the Rams in 2021. Hodnett averaged 10 points per game last season.
Lamar Rogers, 2021 (Albuquerque High School): Rogers will be a go-to player for the Dogs this season as an inside presence on both ends of the floor. Wide span and ability to get up and down.
Nathan Hasberry, 2021 (Cleveland High School): A top talent to keep an eye on for the 2020/2021 season. Hasberry averaged 14 points per game last season for a Final Four team.
Nathan Salcido, 2021 (Hot Springs High School): Another prospect that played well for the Tigers title team in 2019 and looking to be a huge threat this coming season. An all-district player that averaged 11 points and 4 rebounds last season.
Nick Trujillo, 2021 (Grants High School): Shooting guard with some size to him. Trujillo can go off for 15 on any given night. Can create his own look and did well helping guide the Pirates back to the state tournament.
Noah Cunningham, 2021 (Volcano Vista High School): Maybe one of the better of the less talked about players for the coming 2021 season. Had a 26 point game in the APS metro Championships,
Sam Henderson, 2021 (Sandia Prep School): The 6-foot-6 shooting guard is geared to have a special season in 2021. The Sundevils are going to be a favorite and Henderson is a top 25 player from the 2021 class.
Tate Sorgen, 2021 (Melrose High School): One of the best in 1A basketball last season and looking to make a repeat in 2021. Sorgen averaged 16 points an 10 rebounds per game last season as a junior.
Taymon Burrola, 2021 (Roswell High School): On the scene for a couple years now, Burrola is coming off a 16 point per game season for the Coyotes.
Tre Watson III, 2021 (Cleveland High School): One of the top two-sport athletes in New Mexico who has several big offers in football but could garner some in hoops too. Averaged 17 points per game.
Tucker Smothermon, 2021 (Artesia High School): A 6-foot-4 wing that can knock it down from the outside. No official numbers but around 15 per game is about right in games we've seen. Has transferred to Lubbock, Texas.
Verrels Lukman, 2021 (Hot Springs High School): Instrumental to the state championship in 2018, Lukman will be the top guard to watch in 3A basketball this coming season. Averaged 15, 4 rebounds and 3 assists per contest.
Wyatt Wright, 2021 (Logan High School): The Longhorns could be a favorite in 1A basketball with a pair of players topping the list this preseason. Wright is a double-double type of player this coming season. The all-district player averaged 10 points and 8 rebounds last season.
Note: NMPreps.com will continue to add players. Feel free to email/text in your players to grinejosh@yahoo.com or 505-414-4313
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