More Stock-Risers from the 2025 Rankings Update
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The 2025 rankings update was filled with so many stock-risers that one article was not enough. Here are even more stock-risers from the 2025 rankings update. Z’yaire Simmons Z’yaire Simmons 6'5" | SF Paterson Kennedy | 2025 State NJ ,…
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Continue ReadingThe 2025 rankings update was filled with so many stock-risers that one article was not enough. Here are even more stock-risers from the 2025 rankings update.
Z’yaire Simmons Z’yaire Simmons 6'5" | SF Paterson Kennedy | 2025 State NJ , 6’5 SF Paterson Kennedy
Simmons jumped up 12 spots in the update as he put his versatility on display all season long. The 6’5 wing has a good handle, which he used to beat his defender and finish through contact in the paint. Simmons knows how to get his teammates involved in the half court and can knock down open jumpers on the perimeter. He rips down rebounds on both ends of the floor and uses his athleticism to make plays on defense. Simmons is a talented, two-way wing prospect who should continue to put up big numbers this spring and summer.
Jordan Torres Jordan Torres 6'4" | SF Elizabeth | 2025 State NJ , 6’4 SF Elizabeth
Torres moved up 12 spots in the update as he played better as the season progressed for the Minutemen. The 6’4 wing has a smooth release on his jumper and can knock down jumpers in bunches from behind the arc. Torres moves well without the ball in his hands, freeing himself for open layups and jumpers in the halfcourt. He is capable of finishing around the basket and is an underrated defender. Torres’ ability to stretch the floor is something that will help his stock in a big way this spring and summer.
Kordell Philemon Kordell Philemon 6'4" | CG Roselle Catholic | 2025 State NJ , 6’4 CG Irvington
Philemon had a strong season for the Blue Knights as he went up 11 spots in the update. The 6’4 guard is at his best attacking the basket as he is a strong finisher and does not drawing through contact. Philemon can also score in the mid-range and has a nice release on his jumper. He works hard on the glass and can make plays on the defensive end. Philemon’s ability to finish around the basket along with his ability to defend will help his game throughout his varsity career.
Chazz Dubois Chazz Dubois 6'5" | SF Hudson Catholic | 2025 TX , 6’5 SF Hudson Catholic
Dubois went up nine spots in the update and has the opportunity to continue to move up the rankings. The 6’5 wing is able to get position down low and is capable of finishing through contact. Dubois can also play on the perimeter as he can put the ball on the floor and has a nice touch on his free throws. He works hard at both ends of the glass and has the length to defend multiple positions on the floor. Dubois is a hard-working wing prospect who will only get better as he gets more touches on the offensive end.
Keith McKnight Keith McKnight 6'5" | SG Hudson Catholic | 2025 State #200 Nation NJ , 6’2 SG Teaneck
McKnight went up eight spots as he put his offensive game on display for the Highwaymen. The 6’2 guard has a tight handle, which he uses to get to the rim and finish. McKnight has a nice touch on his floater and can shoot either off the catch or dribble. He is a solid rebounder for a guard and can get deflections on the defensive end. McKnight is a talented guard prospect who knows how to make plays with the ball in his hands.
Other Players to Know:
Nas Hart Nas Hart 6'8" | PF College Achieve | 2025 State #159 Nation NJ , 6’7 F Keyport
Christian Nicholson, 5’7 PG Morris Catholic
Brandon Russell, 6’5 CG Pennington
Jordan Ghee Jordan Ghee 6'3" | SG Don Bosco Prep | 2025 State NJ , 6’3 SG DePaul
Myles Parker Myles Parker 6'7" | SG Rutgers Prep | 2025 State NJ , 6’5 SG Rutgers Prep