PH North Carolina Top 250 Expo Preview: 2024s

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The North Carolina Top 250 Expo takes place at Cox Mill High this Sunday. Take a look at a few 2024 prospects to keep on your radar as the showcase approaches. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>There's no better time to sign up for PrepHoopsNC! 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He'll be looked at as a leader and facilitator at the Top250 Expo given his ability to handle the ball and push the pace with his shooting and quick playmaking ability.","_player_evaluations_1_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_2_player":["2164650"],"_player_evaluations_2_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_2_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_2_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_2_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_2_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_2_evaluation":"Hunter is a name to get to know out of Panther Creek High who's due to emerge for them heading into his senior season. He's a small forward prospect who plays with a ton of energy on both ends of the floor as a rebounder and defender on the floor. 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