Oklahoma's top high school boys basketball players: Meet the state's best posts

Some of the best post players in Oklahoma boys prep basketball

By Nate Aker | Photo by Josh Cleary

We’ve taken a position-by-position look at some of the top players in Oklahoma high school boys basketball.

This is our final list and it focuses on post players. Earlier, we featured point guards, shooting guards and small forwards.

There are hundreds of standout boys basketball players in Oklahoma, and these lists are not intended to be comprehensive. Use the comments section to discuss the other posts worthy of fans’ attention in 2021-22.

In no particular order:

Grayden Baker, 6-9, Sr., Glenpool

Baker’s size aids him in nearly every aspect of his game. At 6-foot-9 and 205 pounds, the senior from Glenpool is a force on defense. With that size, Baker holds the size and wingspan to swat the opposition’s shot away. In a Jan. 25 loss to Claremore, Baker protected the rim and posted four blocks. Alongside his defensive effort, Baker had 14 points, six rebounds and one assist.

Boomer Barnes, 6-7, Sr., Putnam City West

Barnes’ presence for the Patriots is understated, as he serves as a paint protector on defense. On the offensive end, the senior often picks the perfect spot to be on the floor, whether coming off a pick and roll for a layup or putting up a layup off an offensive rebound. Through Feb. 25, Barnes averaged 6.7 points, 6.1 rebounds and 2.2 blocks per game for PC West.

Reid Cason, 6-7, So., Kingston

Cason’s defensive prowess appears in every contest. With a lengthy frame, Cason can swiftly move across the paint and use his wingspan to jump in the passing lane or swat a shot. He scored 11 with three assists, four steals and a block in a 59-37 victory against Prague on March 4, leading to a victory against Bethel the following day to advance to the state tournament. In a 3A quarterfinal loss against Oklahoma City Millwood on March 9, Cason posted six points, four rebounds and a steal.

Jacob Crow, 6-5, Jr., Tulsa NOAH

Working out of the post, the junior can float out into an opening the mid-range and knock it down consistently. Crow’s scoring ability is as solid as it comes. In an early season tournament game on Nov. 5, Crow scored an impressive 36 points, leading the Jaguars to a semifinal victory.

Grant Dye, 6-7, Sr., Ponca City

Dye is a multi-faceted player. He can back you down, or he can extend his game and knock down a long two or a 3-point shot. In 23 games, Dye averaged 17.7 points, 1.6 assists and 5.9 rebounds for Ponca City. In the month of February, Dye was selected player of the game two times in contests against Booker T. Washington and Choctaw. 

Marcus Dockins, 6-2, Sr., Moore

A two-sport athlete, Dockins knows how to turn a switch and increase his intensity. Dockins recently accepted to be a preferred walk-on in football at Oklahoma, but his basketball skill shouldn’t be overlooked. A little undersized as a forward, Dockins makes up for it with his mass. Following a 45-38 loss against Edmond North on March 4, Dockins and the Lions bounced back a day later with a 68-61 victory against Choctaw to advance to the state tournament. Dockins amassed 32 points, three rebounds and one steal.

Caden Fry, 6-7, Sr., Owasso

With a high motor, Fry is always hustling. Following a 61-57 victory against Stillwater to advance to the regional championship, Fry surpassed the 1,000-point mark in his career as an Owasso Ram. In the regional championship against Broken Arrow, Fry notched a double-double with 20 points and 11 rebounds. Despite Fry’s performance, Owasso fell, 57-47.

Brandon Garrison, 6-9, Jr., Del City

Garrison is one of the best players in the state, let alone in his class. Garrison’s size and agility makes him a huge target for DI schools, and it’s shown. He averaged 13.3 points, 10.5 rebounds and 1.5 blocks per game in 22 games played as a junior and held a plus-minus ratio of 11.4.

Luke Gray, 6-6, So., Oklahoma Christian School

Gray is an absolute scorer at any level. To sum up his best skill, the 6-foot-6 sophomore can dunk the ball with authority. In a Feb. 15 loss to Bethany, Gray gave it his all, ending the night with 41 points. Gray led OCS to a state tournament bid after they steamrolled Roland, 66-33, on March 4. Gray posted a double-double in the victory, scoring 22 points and garnering 15 rebounds. In the 3A quarterfinal on March 9, Gray scored 24 of Oklahoma Christian’s 49 points in an 11-point victory against Vinita.

Casey Harelson, 6-7, Sr., Davenport

An Emporia State football commit, Harelson’s height translates in multiple sports. Harelson’s build and athleticism saw him average eight points, four rebounds, two steals and two blocks per game in 24 games played in his senior season. Harelson posted 15 points on 7-for-10 shooting with five rebounds and two blocks in a 73-23 win against Agra on Dec. 16.

Jacob Henderson, 6-6, Sr., Mustang

Henderson is a force in the paint. With footwork to out-position a defender, he is able to work the post and take it in for an easy two points. Henderson averaged 12 points and eight rebounds before his senior season concluded following a 57-56 loss against Deer Creek in the first round of regionals on Feb. 28.

Lonato Henderson, 6-5, Sr., Moore

Henderson is a big man who can shoot the 3-pointer and has great awareness on defense. A football commit to Northeastern Oklahoma A&M, Henderson holds substantial athletic ability. In a 76-50 win against Stillwater on Feb. 1, Henderson posted eight points, two rebounds, three assists, two steals and a block. Stuffing the stat sheet, Henderson garnered his six of his eight points off two 3-pointers.

Zach Hidalgo, 6-8, Sr., Hooker

The Southwestern College commit holds a special skillset. Hidalgo can finish around the rim with ease, even with defenders suffocating him. In a 47-41 win against Amber-Pocasset on March 5, Hidalgo put up 16 points, nine rebounds, one assist and two steals, leading his team to the state tournament.

Bradyn Hubbard, 6-7, Sr., Tulsa Memorial

Hubbard is an absolute bully in the paint and on the boards for the Chargers. Uncommitted, the senior hauls in 10.1 rebounds along with 14.4 points per game. He shoots 60 percent from the field and 50 percent from 3-point range as he’s knocked down 21 trey balls this season. "[Bradyn Hubbard] from [Tulsa Memorial] has been tremendous this year in efficiency," Hubbard’s AAU team, H&H Elite, said via Twitter. "This is a kid who is just starting to unveil what he can do on the court and has a bright future ahead of him."

Mickey Hunnicutt, 6-8, Sr., Springer

With lengthy arms, Hunnicutt deflects the ball on defense with ease. His length also sees him with a plethora of rebounds and put-back scores. In a 70-40 loss against Buffalo Valley on Feb. 17, Hunnicutt scored 17 along with four rebounds, a steal and a block.

Bai Jobe, 6-5, Jr., Community Christian

A nationally ranked four-star defensive end in football, Jobe is a natural athlete whose game transfers from the field onto the court. In the 3A quarterfinal on March 9, Jobe led CCS to a 53-49 win against Washington. Behind a 17-point and 16-rebound performance along with two blocks from Jobe, Community Christian advanced.

Lucas Lechlider, 6-9, Sr., Verdigris

The senior can come out of nowhere and swat a layup attempt. Lechlider utilizes his footwork down low in the post to his advantage. In a 52-44 win against McLain to advance to the area tournament on March 1, Lechlider posted 18 points, six rebounds, two steals and two blocks.

Tryce Lewis, 6-3, Jr., McLoud

At 265 pounds, Lewis is a nose guard on the football field and a big man on the basketball court. Lewis’ massive build assists him in getting to the basket for a score, as he averages seven points on the season. Earlier in the season on Dec. 3 against Okemah, Lewis notched a double-double with 17 points and 13 rebounds, five of those coming from the offensive end.

Chris Mason, 6-6, So., Tulsa Union

Mason is going to be one of the highly recruited athletes coming out of the class of 2024 at Tulsa Union. Alongside Trent Pierce, the two are a duo that college scouts can’t overlook. In a Feb. 18 victory against Broken Arrow, Mason garnered 10 points, two rebounds, two assists and two blocks.

Jayden Mott, 6-6, So., Midwest City Carl Albert

Mott’s stature assists in his defensive ability, extending his long arms and blocking shots whenever he sees fit. In a 55-45 win against Shawnee on Feb. 15, Mott stuffed the stat sheet, posting a near double-double with eight points, nine rebounds, three assists, one steal and one block.

Cam Parker, 6-5, Fr., Crossings Christian

Parker feasts on the boards and forces his way into the paint for easy lay-ins. He can also stretch the floor and hit a shot from beyond the 3-point arc. The freshman averages eight points and six points on the season, shooting 35 percent from three and 70 percent from the free throw line. Parker amassed 16 points and seven rebounds on 6-for-10 shooting in a 81-36 victory against Cushing on Feb. 18. "(2025’s) Cam Parker and Cal Furnish from Crossings Christian will be a real problem," NXTPRO’s Derek Murray tweeted.

Jonathan Tonkumoh, 6-6, Sr., PC North

Tonkumoh understands how to use his length to his advantage. He did just that in a March 2 contest in the regional tournament, as the senior posted six points, 11 rebounds, two steals and three blocks against a highly touted Norman North squad. Ultimately, the Panthers fell to the Timberwolves, 59-58, on their home court.

Dylan Warlick, 6-6, So., Edmond North

Along with his size and stature, Warlick’s footwork in the post is seemingly unmatched. His agility also makes it extremely difficult for bigger, slower guys to hone in on him defensively. In a Feb. 28 victory against Capitol Hill, Warlick posted 19 points, four rebounds and two assists en route to wins against Norman and Moore to make their way into the state tournament. "Dylan Warlick is a matchup nightmare. ... [Dylan] has amazing hands and some of the best footwork in the state," Team Blake Griffin Recruiting Coordinator John Roby tweeted.

Ethan Wilkerson, 6-7, So., Silo

Standing at 6-foot-7, Wilkerson garnered a total of 11.7 rebounds per game. Along with his rebounding tenacity, Wilkerson also averaged 22.7 points and 3.4 blocks per game in 28 contests in the season. For the first time in 47 years, the Rebels punched their ticket to the state tournament thanks to a 22-point and 10-rebound performance along with six blocks in a March 5 victory against Panama. "Young man [Ethan Wilkerson] is a monster," Next Level 17U head coach Brandon Dubose said via Twitter.

Michal Woolridge, 6-8, Sr., Bethany

The 6-foot-8 senior is a savage on the boards. Committed to Southeastern Oklahoma State, Woolridge certainly has potential as a college player. As a Broncho, he displayed that potential and his ability throughout his career. But, his high school career came to an end on March 3. In the area tournament, Woolridge and his team lost 67-56 against Tulsa Central. In his last contest, Woolridge posted a double-double, 26 points and 21 rebounds and averaged 20 points, 16 rebounds and three blocks in five games of the playoffs.