2023 ND Rankings: Stock Risers Part 2
In this article, we will take a look at players on the rise in the 2023 ND prospect rankings. The new rankings came out Tuesday morning and they will not be updated again until January. Stock Risers in the 2023…
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Continue ReadingIn this article, we will take a look at players on the rise in the 2023 ND prospect rankings. The new rankings came out Tuesday morning and they will not be updated again until January.
Stock Risers in the 2023 Prospect Rankings
Brady Feller Brady Feller 6'2" | SG Bishop Ryan | 2023 State ND |6-1 SG| Minot Bishop Ryan
He will have his squad ranked in the Top 10 preseason rankings. Bishop Ryan will be one of the most intriguing teams in Class B ND because of Feller and Thompson. Feller is a 2-way player that gets it done on both ends. Brady is very competitive and he will do what it takes to win. Feller is a skilled shooter and big scoring threat. Look for this skilled Lion to keep rising in the rankings once the season gets rolling.
Connor Thompson Connor Thompson 6'2" | SG Bishop Ryan | 2023 State ND |6-2 SG| Bishop Ryan/ND Attack
He is another top Lion for Minot Ryan. Thompson is a player with a very high ceiling. He knows how to use his strength and size to his advantage. Thompson will be one of the most physical and strong guards in Class B. If he gets a small guard matched up with him, expect some bully ball. Connor can finish after contact with the best of them. He is also a great rebounder. Keep your eyes on the Lions, they are going to be excellent this year.
Karter Menz Karter Menz 6'5" | C West Fargo Sheyenne | 2023 ND |6-5 F| West Fargo Sheyenne
I am not sure how much time he will get on varsity because Sheyenne is long, athletic, and very deep. Menz will still have an important role for the Mustangs as they will need his depth. Karter can stretch the floor and hit the triple or slam down an O-board putback. He could be one of the more underrated players in the EDC.
Aiden Jacobson Aiden Jacobson 6'0" | SG Valley City | 2023 State ND |6-0 G| Valley City/ECI
You never have to question Aiden’s effort or energy. Aiden can be described as a gamer, he makes plays at crucial points in the game. Expect Aiden to be a tough defender this year in the EDC. Jacobson will be a sparkplug and energizer for the Highliners this winter.
Tahrye Frank Tahrye Frank 6'0" | SG Mandan | 2023 State ND |6-0 G| Mandan/ND Phenom
He showed flashes of excellence this spring in AAU hoops with ND Phenom. Frank is a physical and athletic player that will attack you until you crumble. Tahrye is a gifted player that has the potential to play college ball at the next level in basketball or football. Everyone knows that Frank’s future is bright, now we just have to wait and see what happens. Look for him to play significant minutes for the Braves this season.
Jase Dickens Jase Dickens 6'4" | SG White Shield | 2023 State ND |6-4 G| White Shield
This long and smooth guard can fill-it-up from beyond the arc. With his length, Jase has the ability to shoot over smaller defenders. He also has an extended shooting range. Dickens spaces and stretches the opposing defense so his teammates can penetrate gaps. He has nice footwork, this enables him to get his shot off quickly. Look for Dickens to pour it on early and often once the season gets underway.
Malaki Sik Malaki Sik 6'3" | SF Williston | 2023 State ND |6-3 G| Williston/ECI
He had a very nice AAU campaign and Malaki will come into the season as a highly improved player. His defense improved by leaps and bounds, especially when on the ball. Sik can hit the jumper from the perimeter and he can score in the paint. He is a hard-working player that leaves it all out on the floor. Expect this Coyote to have a standout year for Williston.
Erik Foster Erik Foster 6'5" | PF Rugby | 2023 State ND |6-5 F| Rugby/ND Attack
He had a very nice summer on the AAU scene and Eric showed that he can battle down low with highly talented players. Foster is having a productive fall in football and I would assume this will help his confidence when the basketball season arrives. He is long, athletic, and a bright kid. Erik is always improving his game and he will have a great year for the Panthers.
TJ Cosley TJ Cosley 6'0" | PG North Border | 2023 State ND |6-0 PG| North Border/ND Attack
This kid is a cool customer. I had a chance to watch him live at the Expo and he fit right in with the top talent. TJ dropped many impressive dimes and he threw multiple accurate lob passes for alley-oops. His court awareness is top-notch and he knows how to set up the players around him. I like his jump shot and his excellent handles. Cosley is a heady player that knows when to push the tempo and when to slow it down. He is also ripping it up in football this fall. TJ will be running the show for the highly-touted Eagles from up North. He is a PG that you need to see play.
Cruz Hernandez Cruz Hernandez 5'11" | SG Hankinson | 2023 State ND |5-11 G| Hankinson/ECI
If you have watched him play live, you will know that Cruz is a quick and explosive athlete. He will be one of the best guards in the talented Region 1. Hernandez has the potential to be a nasty defender. He looked good on the D side this summer and I would suspect he locks down opposing guards in school ball. Cruz can shoot it and he can slash. When Cruz gets in open space and he can use his quickness, he is a fun player to watch. Hernandez is an exciting player to keep tabs on from Southeast North Dakota.
Full 2023 Rankings List
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