Players selected after consulting with area coaches.
Daquan Bracey
St. Frances, guard, junior
In his breakthrough sophomore season, Bracey showed he could score from anywhere, distribute effectively and play tenacious defense. But most valuable are the intangibles he brings to the court. He's a leader who has everybody's ear, and he's a player who thrives in big moments.
Nico Clareth
Calvert Hall, guard-forward, senior
An asset at both ends of the floor with his sturdy 6-foot-4 frame and athleticism, Clareth averaged 14 points and four rebounds per game last season and was the Baltimore Catholic League Defensive Player of the Year. When opponents try to limit fellow standout Drew Edwards, Clareth will make them pay with a versatile inside-outside game.
Kani Coles
Edmondson, forward, senior
The 6-7 Coles had stretches last season when he dominated, averaging 14 points, nine rebounds and three assists per game for the Class 1A state champion Red Storm. Coach Darnell Dantzler wants to see more leadership and consistency from his senior standout this year. Coles can pound inside and put the ball on the floor to create a matchup problem for opponents.
Tristan Easton
Meade, guard, junior
The 6-2 guard, in his third varsity season, brings a high basketball IQ and complete game. Easton's biggest asset is his ability to score. Equally effective from long range, around the basket and at the free-throw line, he averaged 19.6 points last season while adding four rebounds and three assists per game.
Drew Edwards
Calvert Hall, guard, senior
In his fourth year on varsity, Edwards is primed to lead the No. 1 Cardinals to a special season. He can do everything they need. After averaging 15 points in his breakthrough junior season, Edwards, who has committed to Providence, is 37 points from 1,000 for his career.
Justin Jenifer
Milford Mill, guard, senior
A dazzling ball handler, passer and scorer, the All-Metro first-team point guard is worth the price of admission at Millers games. He had 17 points, 12 assists and five rebounds to lead Milford Mill to the Class 2A state semifinals last season. Jenifer, who is committed to Cincinnati, scored in double figures in every game and had 12 double doubles.
Kimbal Mackenzie
John Carroll, guard, senior
First and foremost, the 6-1 Bucknell commit is a scrappy gamer. The All-Metro second-team pick has good court sense and the ability to score from the outside and drive to the basket. Mackenzie, who can play either guard spot, will be relied upon heavily after averaging 16 points, four rebounds and three assists per game last season.
Dereck Oliver
Patterson, guard, senior
A four-year varsity player and the lone starter back from last season, Oliver will be asked to score, distribute and keep the Clippers together during any tough stretches. He averaged 14 points and five assists per game last season and needs 131 points to reach 1,000 for his career.
Kodye Pugh
Boys' Latin, forward, junior
Exceptionally athletic and versatile at 6-7, Pugh has drawn interest from a number of top college programs. He combines a smooth perimeter game with the ability to go inside. He averaged 14 points, nine rebounds and 1.5 blocked shots per game last season.
Charlie Thomas
River Hill, forward, senior
A 6-8, 240-pound mismatch anywhere on the floor, Thomas can play inside and drift out to the perimeter to make 3-pointers. After averaging 20 points, 11 rebounds and two-plus blocked shots per game as a junior, the Wisconsin commit is the Hawks' all-time career leader in all three categories with 1,137 points, 612 rebounds and 120 blocks.
Others to watch
Josh Ayeni, St. Frances
Daveyon Barnes, Mount Saint Joseph
Matt Breno, South Carroll
Drew Clark, Century
Eric Cobb, St. Frances
Keandre Cook, Edmondson
Elijah Cooper, Milford Mill
Jarvis Doles, Mount Saint Joseph
Matt Frierson, Chapelgate
Jaleel Gibson, Edgewood
Josh Glover, Annapolis
Derrick Green, Lake Clifton
Scott Harrelson, Dulaney
Jermaine Head, Joppatowne
Seth Henry, Reservoir
Connor Jacobs, Annapolis Area Christian
Gary Jefferson, Lake Clifton
Isaiah Lamb, Dulaney
Chris Lee, Severna Park
Kai Locksley, Gilman
RaQuan McCain, Glen Burnie
Charles Meiklejohn, Annapolis
Randy Miller, Mount Saint Joseph
Mamadou Ndiaye, Oakland Mills
Fortune Okigweh, Joppatowne
Lawrence Pettis, Perry Hall
Evan Phoenix, Calvert Hall
Khalil Richard, St. Frances
Michael Robinson, St. Vincent Pallotti
Will Robinson, Oakland Mills
Trent Smoot, Northeast
Bruce Spruell, Meade
Kevin Steadman, Century
Mychal Stefanides, C. Milton Wright
Michael Tertsea, John Carroll
Isaiah White, Centennial
Camari Wilkerson, Old Mill
Darryl Williams, Glenelg Country
Demetrich Williams, Patterson
Brandon Willis, Atholton
Daniel Wilson, St. Paul's
Everett Winchester, Gilman