Top Stock Risers: ND ’27 Ranks

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Prep Hoops Dakotas updated the North Dakota sophomore (2027) class Prospect Rankings on Monday morning.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>In this piece, we are looking at 12 of the Top Stock Risers!</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2714959,"width":"326px","height":"auto","sizeSlug":"full","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-full is-resized"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/01/image_82cd27.png"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/01/image_82cd27.png" alt="" class="wp-image-2714959" style="width:326px;height:auto" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1680906"],"_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-67760fd3208c9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">13.2 ppg 45.8 FG%, 53.8 3FG%, 43.5 2FG%, 94.7 FT%, 51.7 eFG%. Aiden is having a superb start to his sophomore season. AG is the spearhead on the Hawkls D and is usually tasked with starting on the other team's best guard. AG has done a tremendous job containing the opposing guards. On top of his stellar defense, Horace asks a lot of him on offense. He is the PG and takes care of the ball on a nightly basis. Green is doing a great job moving without the ball and having a second-touch mindset when looking to score. Aiden is a dangerous player in transition and is scoring the ball at an impressive clip. If he keeps this up, he will be in the convo for All-EDC.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2106993"],"_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-67760fd320956"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Decoteau has improved his skill &amp; athleticism in the past year. This BIG &amp; talented Dragon is having a wildly productive start to the season with 20 ppg, 10.8 rpg, 2 apg, 1.5 spg, and 2.2 bpg. Nelson is a walking Double-Double! Obviously his size/length is intriguing but his skill and feel for the game are also impressive. Nelson is a rockstar rebounder with a nose for the ball. He can also score the rock from 3-levels in a variety of ways. Basketball fans need to know the name [player_tooltip player_id='2106993' first='Nelson' last='Decoteau']!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2132777"],"_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-67760fd3209b3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Big-time Stock Riser! 14.7 ppg, 7.2 rpg, 2.3 apg, 47.6 eFG%, and he is shooting it impressively well from 3. Not to mention Keller is a STAR athlete who High-Jumped 6'4" last spring. Kyson is a shot-maker who can put up points from anywhere on the court. Keller is looking fantastic on the boards, he uses his long frame to tear down rebounds. This mobile Mustang is proving to be a breakout baller in class AA.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1651920"],"_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-67760fd320a0d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">I am intrigued with his length, efficiency, and feel for the game. Little Larry is looking more comfortable every game at the varsity level. OT is coming off the bench at the moment. He is versatile, someone the Hawks can play 1-5, and he can also use his length to guard 1-5. Terras has closed out a couple of games for Horace because he can switch on to anyone on defense, can handle the ball against pressure, and shoots a solid clip from the FT line. O is at his best when he spaces the floor for catch-and-shoot threes, attacks closeouts in straight lines, and plays strong off of two feet.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1805088"],"_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-67760fd320a6b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">We are expecting this large lefty to average a Double-Double this season for the Patriots. He makes impressive BIG-man plays like rebounding, blocking shots, and playing mobile defense. Noah can also make eye-catching above-the-rim SLAMs, he will slashes for profit, and he will hit the open 3-pointer. This bouncy Patriot is a matchup problem with plenty of untapped potential. He scored 20 points in the last varsity outing. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1651919"],"_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-67760fd320ac8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Ryder is growing and so is his game. He recently dropped 43 in a JV game, including 10 triples! Majkrzak is learning to play off the ball more and has been balancing his pinpoint shooting with a strong floater game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":"","_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":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67760fd320b23"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1651914"],"_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-67760fd320b7e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">He is starting for the Squirrels and has a legit chance to be an All-Region 1 baller by season's end. Holland has done a nice job of stepping into varsity basketball. Easton is long and finishes well at the rim. He is tough to handle around the basket. His outside shooting is not great yet, but has the potential to be a solid shot-producer from a distance. Holland is averaging 12.3 ppg and 5 rpg.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1547230"],"_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-67760fd320c1d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Rietschel has led the Jags in scoring multiple times early this season. He is shooting a 44% from the field. Hudson has the ability to score from all three levels. His pull-up jumper has looked impressive this season. Rietschel's middy-J is smoother than a bowl of soft-serve ice cream! Hudson plays with great pace, which allows him an extra second to get his shot off. I have always been impressed with his outside shooting. Rietschel will likely be an All-Region 1 player this year.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1537901"],"_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-67760fd320c7c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">I am awe-inspired with his height/length and athleticism. Kessel is a miserable matchup misfortune for opposing teams. He is doing great on JV at the AA level, Drew poured in 34 points in his last game. Kessel is versatile, flexible, mobile, and has the upside to be a monster for the Bruins. He should be getting varsity minutes in the near future.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2132776"],"_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-67760fd320cd4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">He is off to a nice start while averaging around 15 ppg, 5 rpg, 4 apg, and 3 spg. Batke is always in "attack mode" and he gets to the rim like a freight train. Opposing teams know that Batke is a dude, he gets full attention, yet Keaton still finds a way to the basket. I am impressed with Batke's strength, spin-move, persistence, 3-shooting, pull-up game, and his expansive finishing package. Batke is primed for a splashy sophomore season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2237731"],"_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-677619c828886"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A productive and key player for the #9 ranked Knights. I watched ORCS last week and I was impressed with Schmidt's rebounding, scoring after contact, and activity off the ball. Nolan has had a fantastic start to the season. He is an excellent defender and his offensive game has really improved. Nolan is sensational in transition and creative/effective at attacking the hoop. Schmidy is a difficult matchup with his strength and ability to score at all levels.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1925132"],"_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-677619c82891c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">He is another youngster for the Squirrels who is showing out and off to a hot start. If this money man keeps scoring the way he is, he will be an All-Region 1 baller. Lorenz has jumped into varsity ball and is leading CC in scoring with 15.3 ppg. He handles the ball a good amount and is shooting well from all three levels. Kash understands how to play with space and how to gain an advantage. I have been impressed with Kash's scoring inside the arc and his efficiency against lanky teams. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1003745,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2020/06/StockRisers.jpg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2020/06/StockRisers.jpg?w=864" alt="" class="wp-image-1003745" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image -->