Each year since 2006, MaxPreps has recognized outstanding performers in high school basketball. America's source for high school sports continues the tradition to close out the 2020-21 season by naming the top player in each state. Selections are based on team success and individual excellence, in addition to local and state accolades.
Ademide Badmus of
Lynn English (Lynn) is the 2020-21 MaxPreps Massachusetts High School Basketball Player of the Year. The 6-foot-7 senior center helped the Bulldogs to a 7-0 record in an abbreviated season, capped by a 75-71 comeback win over Everett to claim the Greater Boston League Cup.
Badmus, a four-year starter, had 20 points and 16 rebounds in that game. Earlier in the season — another victory over Everett — he had 15 points and 16 rebounds to go over 1,000 points for his career to go along with 984 rebounds.
Undecided on his college plans, Badmus averaged 22 points and 13 rebounds per game this season.
During those four seasons, Badmus led the Bulldogs to an overall record of 74-7 with two state titles. He put up double-doubles regularly even as a freshman, showing off a nice natural touch around the hoop while also displaying a strong mid-range game.
