Why On3 is higher than the industry with 4-star SG Felipe Quinones

Felipe Quinones is an interesting prospect. A lot of that has to do with the production he has found both at the international and travel ball levels. The native of Puerto Rico attends Bradenton (FL) IMG Academy, where he has come off the bench for two seasons. He also is averaging over 18 points per game for Jet Academy on Nike’s E16 Circuit and put up 18.7 points for Puerto Rico during last Summer’s FIBA U16 Americas Championships. With that, here at On3, we are higher than the industry with the 6-foot-5 wing from Bradenton (FL) IMG Academy ranking him the No. 34 overall player in the recently updated 2026 On3 150.

On3 leaves nothing to question when we talk about the objective of our rankings. The goal of our rankings is to assess a prospect’s long-term potential, ultimately manifested by the NBA Draft. Our ranking does not assess who had the best high school career or who will be the best college player. This is why we will shoot to end each cycle with 14 five-star prospects following the lead of the NBA Draft Lottery. This can be different from others, but our vision with ratings is draft night.

On3 has Quinones ranked No. 34 in the most recent 2026 On3 150 update. He is currently ranked No. 56 by 247 Sports, No. 73 by Rivals, and No. 36 by ESPN. Criteria can be different across the industry when it comes to players and the order in which they are ranked. So let’s break down why On3 is higher on Felipe Quiones than the industry.

Quiones’ offensive feel

Felipe Quinones has a nose for putting the ball in the basket. And while you watch his game and you see that he is not overwhelming in any one specific category, he is athletic enough, shoots it well enough, and handles it well enough to consistently be a threat to put numbers on the board.

Quinones’ best attribute might be his balance and his change of pace. He has a strong frame with good length, and his ability to accelerate and decelerate in traffic makes him a threat to consistently draw contact as he gets into the teeth of the defense.

The 6-foot-5 wing is comfortable on the ball. He takes care of possessions and is able to consistently get the ball where it needs to go on the floor against pressure. While Quinones does not have blow-by speed, he has a strong frame and a confident handle. He is also decisive in getting downhill while getting his defender on his hip and keeping them in jail after creating an advantage.

Quinones’ crafty nature on the ball allows for consistent production, no matter the size or athleticism of the play in front of him. Playing with the Jet Academy program on Nike’s E16 Circuit this summer, Quinones is averaging 7.6 free throws attempted per game. He possesses a unique ability to create easy scoring opportunities for himself at the free-throw line.

The strong-framed wing is also a solid shooter. Through 51 attempts (5.7 per game) on Nike’s E16 Circuit this summer, Quinones is knocking down 45.1 percent. His shot is at its best when he is stepping into his shot or shooting off the catch. He has a lower shot load and release that can get knocked off-line when he is coming off lateral-type movement.

Continuing to find his balance points while getting into his shots and smoothing out and raising his shot load are some next steps in his overall scoring load. His efficiency from behind the arc and his propensity for getting to the free throw line leads to Quinones scoring 1.195 points per possession through E16 league play this summer.

His physical frame

I talked about it a little above, but Felipe Quinones has a physical frame. While he is not thick, he is a wiry-strong and carries toned muscle across his frame. He has good length and wide-set shoulders and is able to initiate and absorb contact with the ball, and not get knocked offline. The wing also uses his base strength really well in maintaining his balance through contact and physical play.

Quinones has a crafty yet decisive change of pace dribble which gets him by the initial line of defense. He does a good job of getting his body into the defender, putting them on his hip, and not letting the defender out of jail. He is also a quick decision-maker in traffic, decisively attacking a spot. His frame and balance, despite being so young, allow him to play through contact in traffic and remain productive.

His frame also helps him on the defensive end. While he is not the most quick-twitch athlete he does have good length and is strong. As he continues to learn proper angles and footwork, his physicality will go a long way in team defense.

A look at Felipe Quinones moving forward

Felipe Quinones is an interesting one to scout. For two years now he has played off the bench for IMG Academy. However, he has shined during travel ball and in international play when playing against players in his own age group.

It is also worth noting that Quinones is on the younger side of his 2026 class, with a January 2008 birthday. His frame is intriguing, but it is his ability to put the ball in the basket that makes his game so intriguing.

At the end of the day, we can look at all his physical attributes and break down one-by-one his skill set, but being able to create an advantage off the bounce and finish a play with points will always be incredibly valuable in basketball.

Quinones is a threat, someone who has been at the top of an opposing team’s scouting report and found ways to produce. His ability to draw contact and gain advantage is unique among his peers, it also keeps him able to see the ball go through the net.

Becoming a more consistent three-point shooter off movement will only enhance his threat as a scorer as he continues moving forward. With that said, a lot of that consistency will come with developed footwork and better kinesthetic awareness through his shot load. The 6-foot-5, pushing 6-foot-6 wing is comfortable on the ball and he knocks down his free throws at a consistent rate.

While the aesthetic of his game might not be traditional, his consistent production speaks volumes. He plays with skill, savvy, and toughness which are all intriguing traits. Given Quinones’ age, there is also the belief that he still has some ceiling left to grow into. Already productive against his generation, and the fact his game is still growing helps to dig in and be intrigued with what could be next.