New Faces to Know in the 2027 Class, Part II

<!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading">Take a look at Part II of New Faces to Know in the 2027 Class, an in-depth look at sophomore prospects in the state of North Carolina faring well two months into the 2024-25 season. Take a look at<a href="https://prephoops.com/2024/12/new-faces-to-know-in-the-2027-class-part-i/"> Part I</a> if you haven't already.</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>USE CODE<strong> anderson30</strong> for 30% OFF THE FIRST PURCHASE OF ANY ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION!</em> <a href="http://www.prephoops.com/subscribe/?coupon=anderson30">Subscribe</a> today!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2709258"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6770320b72d68"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">He's already put together a career-high 32-point, 12-rebound performance for East Lincoln as he showcases his skills on the hardwood. At 6-foot-5 and 208 pounds, he's proven to be a burden to defend against as they boast a 5-3 record. He's producing 17.8 points, 7.9 rebounds, 5.6 assists, 3.2 steals and 2.3 blocks per game as conference play ramps up for Mustangs over the next few weeks.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2709261"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6770320b72de4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Lash is a 2027 prospect to get to know in the 336 area at Shining Light Academy. He's done well at the lead guard spot for them as a sophomore, producing 13.8 points, 5.6 rebounds, 3.6 assists and 2.1 steals per contest. He's been quite the playmaker and scoring presence for the Knights as they boast a 12-3 and are 2-0 currently in conference play. He's a young backcourt name to track early with SLA.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2709267"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6770320b72e2e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Minlend is a sizeable name to get to know at Concord Academy in the 2027 class. He's putting up breakout numbers with 13.7 points, 3.6 rebounds, 2.5 assists and 1.4 steals per game in his sophomore season as the Eagles are currently 15-2. He's been a pivotal piece to their success this season with his ability to finish around the rim and knock down shots beyond the painted area. He's a name to track closely in the 704 area. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2232905"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6770320b72e74"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Anderson is a key name to know in the Cape Fear Academy rotation given his athleticism and upside off the bounce. He's producing 13.8 points, 3.7 rebounds and 2.9 assists per game while shooting 47 percent from the field so far on the season. Look for him to elevate his game for the Hurricanes as they dropped three of their last four games heading into January. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2709277"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6770320b72eb9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Murphy is another sizeable name in the 2027 class to get to know at Sanderson High. He's putting up solid production as a presence on the interior with 12.9 points and 5.1 rebounds per game on 67 percent shooting from the field. He's done well to showcase his ability to effect the game in the painted area on both ends with his size and efficiency in the paint. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->