Jabari Parker is second to none in 2013 

Small forward Jabari Parker (Chicago/Simeon), the No. 1 player in the 2013 class, has improved at a steady rate since we first evaluated him over two years ago. He has improved his strength and conditioning which has made him more explosive and an athletic above-the-rim finisher. Plus, he has added to his already-strong skill package, which allows him to score evenly inside and out, as well as to the arc. Parker is the toughest matchup in the Class of 2013, already is drawing comparisons to Carmelo Anthony and is a scouting report headache because he causes damage in so many ways.

"Since taking over the top spot a lot more is expected from me. Each time I step on the court I have to always bring my A game" Parker said.

He is also preparing for the structure that is part of being a college athlete by keeping a pretty demanding schedule. "On Monday, Wednesday and Thursday I go to a bible study class from 6-7 a.m., from 7:35 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. school, 2:45-3:45 p.m. study hall, 4:00-6:30 p.m. practice and after practice I do extra running, shooting and ballhandling."

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