Thirteen ’28 Ranks: Stock Risers

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>At the start of the week, PHD updated the 2028 ND Prospect Rankings. Today, we look at ballers who have risen up the ranks.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"small"} --> <p class="has-small-font-size"><a href="https://prephoops.com/dakotas/rankings/north-dakota-rankings/2028-rankings/">CLICK HERE to see the full Rankings.</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>See below for player comments…</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2884372,"width":"393px","height":"auto","sizeSlug":"full","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-full is-resized"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/06/image_316bcb.png"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/06/image_316bcb.png" alt="" class="wp-image-2884372" style="width:393px;height:auto" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2413967' first='Brody' last='Richter'] |6'0 G| Linton-HMB</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Growing &amp; adding muscle, responding nicely to being challenged to become a 2-way player</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Strong offensive talent, gym rat, always working on his craft/game, player to watch this winter</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2376316' first='Jett' last='Heck'] |5'10 G| Bismarck Legacy</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Above average athlete, moves well on the hardwood, has a well-rounded game</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Tough kid, plays hard, sharp reactions, passes/dribbles/attacks/finishes well</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2349627' first='Braxton' last='Azure'] |6'2 G| Dunseith</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Eye-catching length for a 2028 wing, soft &amp; easy perimeter shot, hard worker, boards well</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Got his feet wet on varsity, expanded role this next season, he &amp; DeCoteau could be tough</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2417295' first='Zaine' last='Blixt'] |5'11 G/SF| Central Cass</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Smart &amp; scrappy ball player, does a ton defensively, plays well at the 1 when Ziemer is out</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Gets 2 feet in the paint &amp; creates/scores, nice footwork, can drill the triple, another gritty Squirrel</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2856958' first='Kieper' last='Krefting'] |5'10 G| Grand Forks Red River</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Playing varsity this summer, nonstop hustle, good on the glass, effective in transition</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Perimeter shot keeps improving, excellent help D, heady bball player, coaches kid </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2573805' first='Eli' last='Maack'] |6'1 F| Kindred</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Starting to fit in w/ older teammates, playing well early in summer, productive on boards</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Vikes have high expectations for Maack, good feel, the future looks bright for the lefty</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2417304' first='Stuart' last='Deutsch'] |5'9 G| Fargo Davies</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Had himself a good spring on SSA Black, takes care of the rock, makes good decisions</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Great job of finding teammates in spots to score, capable D, tough in late game situations</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2708519' first='Reid' last='Schneider'] |6'5 C| Glen Ullin-Hebron</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Had a quality year with the Bearcats, played well in crucial games, impressive length</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Excels inside, efficient finisher, effective vs. zone defenses, an active paint defender</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2415386' first='Jackson' last='Deutsch'] |6'3 G/F| Central Cass</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Impressed me this spring on PH Circuit, I like his length, energy, and activity on the court</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Growing like a bad weed, sneaky athletic, competitive, scores well in paint, can hit the 3</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2411681' first='Ryder' last='Soper'] |5'11 SF| Oak Grove</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Upgraded size, having a great start to summer, known as a basketball junkie, good leader</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Versatile, easy to have him on the floor, does not back down, can hit shots but is better attacking</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2416374' first='Jude' last='Herbst'] |5'4 G| Grand Forks Red River</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-I have heard from multiple bball people that he is an extraordinary shooter, especially from 3</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Had a very good spring with SSA in club ball, interested to see what level he plays this winter</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2720992' first='Calan' last='Kliniske'] |5'11 G| West Fargo Sheyenne</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-A true athlete, fast/strong/smart, good with the rock in his hands, super high motor</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-All-around multi-sport athlete, works on D, expect a high quality year on JV for the Stangs</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2545162' first='Carter' last='Keller'] |5'10 G| Lisbon</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-He is a true point guard who passes very well, sharp handles and skills</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Sees the floor &amp; gets the rock to the correct spot, hits the occasional three</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2880829,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/01/2028-Rankings-Update-crop-802x527-1749691049.png"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/01/2028-Rankings-Update-crop-802x527-1749691049.png?w=801" alt="" class="wp-image-2880829" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image -->