Updated 2026 Rankings: SEPA Stock Risers…Part II

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Yesterday we released our <a href="https://prephoops.com/pennsylvania/rankings/2026-rankings/">updated Class of 2026 rankings</a> and by now you know that [player_tooltip player_id='1611959' first='Derrick' last='Morton-Rivera'] is our No. 1 ranked 2026 player.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Below is Part II in our review of 2026 prospects from southeastern Pennsylvania who played outstanding ball during the 2024-25 high school season and increased their recruiting stock. Thus, these individuals moved up in the latest edition of our 2026 rankings.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2352449"],"_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-67f6614d5ddd0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong><em>99 to 28…</em></strong>N'Diaye is a highly regarded stretch-4 prospect who was an integral part of Neumann-Goretti's 5A state championship team. In the regular season N'Diaye posted 15 points and 8.5 rebounds per game while shooting 54% from the field and 42% from deep. N'Diaye assembled a monster state tournament run that included a 26-point effort (1three) against Marple Newton in the 1^st round as well as 17 points (2 triples) and 10 rebounds in NG's semifinal victory over Upper Moreland. N'Diaye can dominate a game with his interior scoring via quick post ups, dives to the cup and the offensive glass. He is also an effective pick-n-roll player. His 3-point shooting must be respected too. N'Diaye's footwork is remarkable for a high school prospect. On defense, N'Diaye cleaned the glass and blocked shots.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2251320"],"_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-67f6614d5de38"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong><em>71 to 43…</em></strong>Over the last two years we have watched Johnson develop from a raw athlete into a straight bucket getter. During his junior season Johnson (1,300+ career points) averaged 19 points, 7 rebounds and 3.5 assists per game. He lit up the state 1A tournament for games of 26 points and 20 points. Johnson is a tremendous long-distance shooter. His deep range and ability to shoot threes off the dribble make Johnson especially difficult to guard on the perimeter. Additionally, Johnson can put the ball on the deck and get to the cup where his length and bounce allow him to convert over defenders. He has been known to cap a fast break or a dribble drive with a flush. Johnson's ability to grab a defensive rebound and then go coast to coast for a score or an assist is unique.<strong>&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;</strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2400237"],"_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-67f6614d5de80"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong><em>85 to 65…</em></strong>With opponents focused on stopping PW shooting guard [player_tooltip player_id='1576723' first='Mani' last='Sajid'], Pereira was the left one on one every night. This season he crushed those match ups and became a double-double machine as well as a 2^nd Team All-SOL selection. Pereira's list of double doubles from 2024-25 was highlighted by a 28 points &amp; 12 rebounds performance in a District 1-6A tourney win over Lower Merion. Pereira is a traditional forward who does his scoring damage in the paint. He can post up and then convert over either shoulder, operate in pick-n-roll action, attack the rim from the elbows and finish from the dunker spot. Plus, Pereira is a force on the offensive glass. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2492472"],"_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-67f6614d5dec3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong><em>281 to 175…</em></strong>This 1^st Team All-Philly Public League selection is an athletic, versatile, and high IQ wing prospect with tremendous upside. Kornegay thrives in transition where his length, hops and solid frame allow him to finish over or through defenders. On half-court possessions, Kornegay's well-timed off ball movements and court awareness enable him find open spaces in the defense for easy buckets. Those same assets often lead to alley-oop dunks and put backs with authority. Kornegay is a beast on the offensive glass too. This hybrid-forward scored 22 points in the Public League Championship game against Imhotep. On defense, Kornegay is an intimidating physical presence in the paint. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->