Providence Basketball: Analyzing Friars 2021 incoming recruiting class

Jan 18, 2020; Omaha, Nebraska, USA; Providence Friars forward Greg Gantt (1) and center Nate Watson (0) and guard David Duke (3) take the court against the Creighton Bluejays in the first half at CHI Health Center Omaha. Mandatory Credit: Steven Branscombe-USA TODAY Sports /

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Legend Geeter

With a first name like Legend, it seems only inevitable that Geeter will succeed at Providence. The 6’8 235 pound forward is a freak of an athlete but brings a lot more than that to the table. He is a strong driver, who has the ability to use both hands at the rim. One thing that has stood out to me is his willingness to be a passer.

The Detroit product will really have to impress in the early season practices to crack the rotation for the Friars this year. They bring back Watson and Horchler for an extra year to fill out the 4 and 5 spots. A fellow newcomer in Justin Minaya will also be in the mix for those forward minutes. In what looks like a down year for Providence, Cooley might go to guys like Geeter a chance to show what they can do.

Rafael Castro

At 6’10 215 pounds, Castro brings a very different dynamic than Watson at the center position. He fits the mold of a modern-day big man, spending more time moving around the perimeter than cemented in the paint. That being said, he is still an elite shot-blocker averaging over 4 blocks per game at Dover high school in New Jersey.

His versatility and size might warrant him a spot as a foil to Nate Watson in the frontcourt. He’s still a little raw, and sitting behind Watson and Horchler will only benefit him, but I would not be surprised if Castro shows flashes of what is to come in year 1.

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