NCAA Basketball: Fabulous freshman of 2016

Mar 30, 2016; Chicago, IL, USA; From left to right McDonald's All-Americans Josh Jackson (11), Marques Bolden (1), Terrance Ferguson (6), and Jarrett Allen (31) who are all presently undecided on choice of college to attend pose for a group photo before the McDonald's High School All-American Game at the United Center. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports /

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Mar 30, 2016; Chicago, IL, USA; McDonald’s All-American West guard Lonzo Ball (2) celebrates the victory with forward Josh Jackson (11) during the McDonald’s High School All-American Game at the United Center. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports /

1. Josh Jackson (Kansas)

Cue the Andrew Wiggins comparisons. And rightfully so.

Josh Jackson has a chance to be as good as Wiggins. And not just at the collegiate level.

Nearly a carbon copy of Wiggins’ physically, and with a similar skill set, Jackson projects to be a star at Kansas.

Jackson is a high-energy player who manages to sustain his intensity throughout games. He’s a play-maker on both ends of the floor, but will be remembered most for his highlight reel offensive game.

He’s a capable shooter from anywhere on the court and can handle the ball like a point guard. He distributes the ball well to teammates and he rebounds extraordinarily well for a guard.

On the opposite end of the court Jackson is a good rebounder and reliable defender. He’s often assigned to the opposing team’s best scorer. He defends well on-and-off the ball and isn’t afraid to hit the floor for loose balls.

Next: California off-season questions

Look for Jackson to have a big year in Lawrence before exiting for the NBA Draft in 2017.

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