Michigan high school boys basketball: Meet the top bigs

See the top bigs in the 2023-2024 season in Michigan high school boys basketball

Michigan high school boys basketball is full of talent in the 2023-2024 season. We're over a month into the season, and SBLive is highlighting the top players by position this season.

We continue with our lists by looking at the top bigs in the state. Read through our list of bigs below.

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The following athletes will be included in our "Who is the top big in Michigan high school boys basketball?" poll to be posted later today. Our lists and polls are intended to be fun and in no way discredits any other player who may not be mentioned.

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Top bigs in Michigan high school boys basketball

Ayden Davis, senior, Onsted

Davis, whose older brother Austin played for Michigan, is a recent Wright State commit who made the Division 2 all-state first team last season.

As a junior, the 6-foot-9 Davis dominated inside, averaging 23.2 points, 15 rebounds and six blocks per game while shooting 72 percent from the field. 

Mohammad Habhab, senior, Fordson

Habhab, who plays both wing and post, has slightly upped his production from last season, averaging 21 points, 10.5 rebounds and 3.5 blocks per game through the first four games.

Previously an all-state honorable mention and all-conference first team player, Habhab has already left a legacy at Fordson, breaking the all-time free throw shooting percentage record.

A Central Michigan commit, Habhab is the program’s first Division 1 player in over 30 years.

“Mohammad continues to put up high numbers while being double teamed game in game out,” coach Moe Baiz said. 

Jacob MacPhee, junior, Marquette

MacPhee started as a sophomore last season and was an all-conference first team member.

The post averaged 11.3 points and 10.5 rebounds per game last season and continues to be a consistent double-double threat. 

Jake Bascom, sophomore, Rockford

Boscom brings size (6-foot-6) and youth to Rockford’s lineup. In the opinion of coach Kyle Clough, he’s “one of the best sophomores in the area.”

“He is long, strong and extremely crafty for a bigger guy,” Clough said. “He knows how to play with his back to the basket, as well as play in space and on the perimeter.”

Ashton Goul, senior, Fraser

Goul has taken a huge step forward this season and asserted himself as a post presence, said coach Steve Norgrove. The post is garnering collegiate attention, as well.

“Ashton is instrumental in our team’s success,” Norgrove said. “He can play all five positions if needed.”

John Toth, senior, Stevenson

Toth is a force down low for coach Eoghann Stephens. Through the early going, the power forward is averaging 6.3 points and 13 rebounds per game.

“John has hit the weight room as hard as anyone in the state this offseason,” Stephens said. “He has had two career-high rebound games this year already and is a dominating force in our defense. He picks his shots well on offense.”

Sean Wesolek, junior, John Glenn

An all-conference second team player and member of the Dream Team, Wesolek is averaging 13 points and 12 rebounds per game as a junior.

The 6-foot-6 post was unanimously voted a team captain as a sophomore.

“Sean is the hardest working player we have,” coach Dale Clyde said, “consistently at 6 a.m. workouts in-season and out of season. Stays after practice and comes before practice. Always watching films and asking questions on how to get better.”

Xander Wedlow, senior, Detroit UPrep

At 6-foot-9, Wedlow is a threat any time he’s near the basket. He has offers from DePaul, Ball State and Eastern Michigan, according to 247sports.com. Wedlow has been a starter since his freshman year.

Camden Karel, junior, Byron Center

Karel is a 6-foot-9 power forward hoping to lead Byron Center to success this season. Karel is a vertical threat for Byron Center, but he has the ability to put the ball on the floor and drive to the basket.

Luke Salkowski, senior, Brother Rice

Brother Rice is full of talent, and Salkowski is not to be overshadowed. He recently led the Warriors with 19 points in a win over Detroit U-D Jesuit. 

Adam Hardy, senior, Forest Hills Eastern

Hardy is a 6-foot-6 center who can run the floor for Forest Hills Eastern. He can finish at the rim as while protecting it at the defensive end. 

Layne Risdon, senior, Zeeland East

Risdon is an all-around player who averaged 16 points, 7.4 rebounds, 1.7 assists and one block last season. He has committed to Michigan Tech to play at the next level. 

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Jack Butler contributed to this article.