2026 Rankings Market Corrections: New Additions

<!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Take a look at the new additions in the 2026 rankings in the state of North Carolina! 250 players are officially ranked in the <a href="https://prephoops.com/north-carolina/rankings/2026-rankings/">latest update</a>!</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>USE CODE</em><strong><em>&nbsp;anderson30</em></strong><em>&nbsp;for 30% OFF THE FIRST PURCHASE OF ANY ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION!</em><a href="http://www.prephoops.com/subscribe/?coupon=anderson30">&nbsp;Subscribe</a>&nbsp;today!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2801040"],"_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-67ffdd17be955"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Blocker was a huge presence in the Watauga High frontcourt and a big man to get to know with the [program_tooltip program_id='2078471' first='Carolina' last='Riptide'] on the Phenom Hoops League scene. He's a sizeable presence at 6-foot-8 who's shown he can be a defensive anchor and consistent finisher around the rim on offense. He posted 12.4 points, 6.6 rebounds and 1.5 assists per game on 57 percent shooting from the floor this past season as Watauga made a run to the Elite Eight in the NCHSAA State Playoffs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1635130"],"_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-67ffdd17be9ac"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Grier is a playmaking combo guard flying under the radar out of Ledford High. He's coming off a season where he dished out 7.2 assists per game along with 14.5 points, 8.2 rebounds and 1.8 steals per contest in leading the Panthers to a 20-6 record and an appearance in the NCHSAA State Playoffs. His ability to make things happen with consistency is difficult to stop on the hardwood. He'll be a name to watch with [program_tooltip program_id='2078538' first='Team' last='Fly'] on the independent grassroots scene. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2838934"],"_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-67ffdd17be9f0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Overton is a bouncy prospect to get to know out of Mallard Creek High making his debut in the 2026 rankings. He's set to make quite the splash with [program_tooltip program_id='2417097' first='Team' last='Ish'] on the NXTPro 16 Circuit this spring/summer given his athleticism and length. He's a prospect who flies around on both ends looking to make things happen at the rim. College programs in the region would be wise to get him on their radar. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2840610"],"_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-67ffdd17bea30"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Franklin is a versatile wing prospect making his debut out of Ambassador Christian. He's a bouncy prospect coming off a junior year where he put up 4.0 points, 4.6 rebounds and 1.3 blocks per contest as a presence in the frontcourt. He's finding his way on the hardwood with his ability to rebound and alter shots. He's one of a few names to keep an eye on in the [program_tooltip program_id='2225832' first='Top' last='Shot Basketball'] fold this spring/summer on the UA Rise stage.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2840612"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":2841013,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","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-67ffdd17bea6e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Ball is a shooting guard prospect to get to know out of North Hills Christian in the Salisbury area. He finished the regular season as a top scorer in the NCISAA with 25.7 points per game in 2024-25. He shot 49 percent from theHe's been a top scoring presence with Team White on the BigShots stage so far this spring and taken home a few top scoring performances already as his final year of grassroots ramps up. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2840607"],"_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-67ffdd17beaae"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A lefty guard with a lethal shooting stroke and strong defensive mechanics, King is another prospect out of Ambassador Chridtian and [program_tooltip program_id='2225832' first='Top' last='Shot Basketball'] to keep an eye on. He averaged 10.4 points, 3.4 rebounds and 1.1 assists per game as the Lions went 21-6 in their inaugural season, shooting 43 percent from the floor and 40 percent from 3-point range. He's shown he can get hot from a distance in a hurry in the 2026 class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2301230"],"_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-67ffdd17beaee"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Pettis is a two-sport athlete out of Crest High to get to know in NC's 2026 rankings. He led the Mustangs on the hardwood this season with 16.8 points, 4.7 rebounds, 2.8 assists and 1.6 steals per contest as they went 22-4 and made a run to the Elite Eight in the NCHSAA State Playoffs. He's a gritty guard who gets after it with his abilities off the bounce and as a physical defender. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2516817"],"_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-67ffdd17beb31"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Lewis is an efficient scoring guard makign his 2026 rankings debut out of Franklin Academy in the Wake Forest area of NC. He produced 19.4 points, 5.5 rebounds, 2.7 assists and 1.7 steals per game on 51 percent shooting from the field and 37 percent shooting from deep this past season as the Patriots finished 21-9 and an appearance in the NCHSAA State Playoffs. He's a prospect to keep eyes on on the grassroots scene with Team INGE this spring/summer. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->