Prospect: Joab Trosclair
School: Catholic New Iberia (LA)
Classification: 2026
Position: PF/C
Height: 6-10
Recruitment Status: Open
Twitter: https://x.com/trosclairjoab07
Prospect Film: https://www.hudl.com/profile/21692609/Joab-Trosclair
Trosclair’s physical presence is impossible to ignore. At 6’10”, he possesses a nice combination of height, strength, and mobility that allows him to dominate on both ends of the floor. His size alone makes him a natural enforcer in the paint, but what sets him apart is his ability to move. Agile and fluid in transition, he runs the floor like a wing and finishes with power and finesse at the rim.
Offensively, Trosclair’s game is solid and fundamental. He’s comfortable playing with his back to the basket, utilizing a variety of polished post moves and excellent footwork. Around the rim, he has soft hands and great touch, allowing him to finish through contact or with precision hooks and floaters. He’s equally confident facing up, where he can pull defenders out of the paint with a smooth mid-range jumper and even knock down shots from beyond the arc. His shooting mechanics are clean, and his range makes him a true stretch big who creates matchup problems for opposing defenses.
One of the most underrated parts of Trosclair’s game is his vision. He’s an unselfish player with a natural feel for the game, capable of making crisp passes from the high post or out of double teams. His awareness and ability to read defenses make him difficult to trap, and his passing instincts often result in easy looks for teammates.
Defensively, Trosclair is just as impactful. His length and timing make him a high-level rim protector, altering shots and controlling the paint. But he’s not just a stationary shot-blocker—he moves his feet well for a player his size and can switch out onto wings when necessary. His lateral quickness allows him to contest shots outside the paint, while his presence inside forces opponents to think twice before attacking the rim.
Despite his high-level skill set, Trosclair is far from a finished product—and that’s part of what makes him so exciting. As he continues to grow into his frame, adding more strength will allow him to finish through tougher contact and become even more dominant on the glass. Additionally, refining his ball-handling will open up even more versatility in his offensive game, allowing him to take defenders off the dribble and create his own shot at a higher level.
What makes Trosclair special isn’t just his measurable traits—it’s his work ethic. Coaches and teammates describe him as focused, humble, and relentless in his pursuit of improvement. Whether it’s time in the weight room, extra reps on his jumper, or breaking down film, he approaches the game like a pro. That dedication is what will continue to separate him from other talented big men in his class.
Physical Profile
- Frame: Strong, lean, and still developing
- Athleticism: Runs the floor with agility, finishes above the rim with ease
- Mobility: Exceptional for his size—comfortable in transition and in space
Offensive Strengths
- Post Presence: Polished footwork and soft touch around the rim
- Face-up Game: Can knock down mid-range jumpers and stretch the floor
- Three-point Range: Solid shooting mechanics allow him to score from deep
- Passing Ability: Excellent court vision for a big—makes smart passes out of the post or high elbow
- Versatility: Can score with back to the basket or facing up, creating mismatches every time he touches the ball
Defensive Strengths
- Rim Protection: Uses size, timing, and instincts to block or alter shots
- Paint Anchor: Controls the interior and forces opponents to settle for perimeter shots
- Lateral Quickness: Can switch onto smaller players and defend pick-and-roll situations
- Disruption: Active hands and awareness allow him to interrupt passing lanes and help-side rotations
Areas for Improvement
- Strength: Adding more muscle will help him battle against older, more physical post players
- Ball Handling: Improving his handle will allow him to attack off the dribble and create more space
- Physicality: With more strength, he’ll be able to finish stronger through contact and dominate the boards
Intangibles & Work Ethic
- Mature Approach: Focused and driven—approaches training like a seasoned athlete
- Leadership: Emerging as a vocal leader on his team despite his age
- Coachable: Willing to learn and constantly looking to improve
- Discipline: Balances basketball with academics and handles attention with humility