Around The State: 2026s & 2027s Off to Hot Starts
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Take a look at some 2026 & 2027 prospects in the state of North Carolina off to hot starts with the high school basketball season underway. There’s no better time to sign up for PrepHoopsNC! Get 30% OFF payment on your first…
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Continue ReadingTake a look at some 2026 & 2027 prospects in the state of North Carolina off to hot starts with the high school basketball season underway.
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Loftin has quietly emerged as a leading name in the New Life Christian Academy (Rocky Mount) backcourt as a top 2027 scorer so far, according to MaxPreps. He’s producing 23.5 PPG, 5.0 SPG, 4.5 APG and 2.8 RPG as they’re off to an early 2-2 start. He’s a speedy floor general who makes things happen in a hurry.
Jones continues to show his skillset on the varsity stage with Grace Christian School after producing for them as an eighth grader. He’s producing 17.7 PPG, 3.0 APG, 2.7 SPG and 2.0 RPG as he continues to show his growth as a high-level 2027 name to know in the state. He’s shooting 44 percent from the field with his prowess as a playmaking slasher.
A recent mover into the 2027 class, Josiah Johnson-Freeman Josiah Johnson-Freeman 6’3″ | SG Northside Christian Academy | 2027 State NC has shown his growth in the Northside Christian Academy rotation in 2023-24. He’s averaging 11.3 PPG, 3.5 RPG and 1.5 APG on 53 percent shooting from the floor and 64 percent (7-of-11) from behind the arc as he looks to separate himself in the 2027 class in the state this season.
Johnson is putting together impressive production in the Fayetteville Academy frontcourt. He’s produced 12.7 PPG and 4.7 RPG as they’ve began the season with a 3-0 record. He’s shooting 61 percent from the field as he continues to grow and expand his range as a stretch-forward prospect.
Phillips has shown he’s ready to be an asset for the Grace Christian Academy Eagles in the Raleigh area. He’s currently producing 12.7 PPG, 2.7 RPG and 1.7 SPG as he continues to show off his ability to make an impact on both ends of the floor. He’s a 2026 prospect with room to grow in the state.