Combo-Platter: 2027 Ranks

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Throughout the week, PHD has looked at Stock Risers from the latest 2027 ND Prospect Rankings update.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In this piece, PHD has a combo-platter, we are looking at&nbsp;<span style="text-decoration: underline"><strong>8 New Names</strong>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<strong>8 Stock Risers</strong></span><strong>!</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"small"} --> <p class="has-small-font-size"><a href="https://prephoops.com/dakotas/rankings/north-dakota-rankings/2027-rankings/">Click Here</a> to see the full ND 2027 Ranks.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2835869,"width":"270px","height":"auto","sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/04/newnames.jpg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/04/newnames.jpg?w=865" alt="" class="wp-image-2835869" style="width:270px;height:auto" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2889811' first='Easton' last='Kraft'] |5'11 G/SF| Four Winds/Minnewaukan</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Stands out w/ his work on the glass, strong rebounder, when he gets 2 hands on ball, nobody else is getting it, high NRG, shooting has improved in off-season, very coachable</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2885494' first='Gavin' last='Kraemer'] |6'4 F| Oak Grove</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Potential to be a nice role player for the Grovers, noteworthy size, LONG arms, rebounds well, draws fouls &amp; gets to the line, good timing, soft touch around the hoop</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2885491' first='Jackson' last='McIlonie'] |6'0 F| Oak Grove</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Caught my eye with his energy/effort/hard work, looks like a strong athlete, I like his rim attacking, threw unselfish passes out to shooters, gets up &amp; down the floor well</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2917908' first='Lakin' last='Ronningen'] |6'0 G| Griggs-Midkota</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-After valuable mins last year and an impressive summer, Lakin looks ready for a breakout season, poised &amp; versatile G, scores from all levels, creates well for teammates</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2881650' first='Owen' last='Vibeto'] |6'2 SF| ORCS</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Solid defender for the tough Knights, looked good this summer at NDSU Team Camp, I like his hustle &amp; effort, scores well in transition, efficient finisher, sweet spin-move</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2887408' first='Shaun' last='Reimche'] |6'3 SF| New Rockford-Sheyenne</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-A southpaw who can shoot the lights out, hit 7 triples in a game last season, upgraded his handles this summer, can now slash for buckets, Rockets #2 scoring option</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2889775' first='Tate' last='Jordan'] |6'2 SF| Beulah</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Has a long basketball frame, nice shooting stroke, best attribute is his catch-n-shoot game, had a nice summer, improved his strength, good teammate, key reserve player</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2917907' first='Trace' last='Spickler'] |6'1 G| Griggs-Midkota</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Nice off-season, set to be a key contributor, skilled guard w/ solid scoring package, attacks the basket w/ confidence, has the vision to set up teammates for quality looks</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2837963,"width":"287px","height":"auto","sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2020/06/StockRisers-crop-658x432-1744480765.jpg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2020/06/StockRisers-crop-658x432-1744480765.jpg?w=657" alt="" class="wp-image-2837963" style="width:287px;height:auto" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2237851' first='Kael' last='Nix'] |6'5 G| Williston Trinity</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Major threat from beyond the three-point arc, Kael can light it from deep, impressive length in the backcourt, presents mismatch problems, should put up big #'s this year</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2237845' first='Westin' last='Enger'] |5'9 G| Hatton-Northwood</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Hoops w/ nonstop energy &amp; high IQ, makes quick defensive reads, electric 1st step, accurate/soft floater, creative playmaker w/ sharp vision, drives, dishes &amp; keeps O flowing.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2132772' first='Austin' last='Kanenwisher'] |6'3 G/SF| Stanley</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Improved overall strength, upgraded attacking ability, worked hard all summer, becoming more aggressive/scoring more often in paint, good footwork, valid 3level score</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1537908' first='Seth' last='Heidenreich'] |5'10 G| Fargo Davies</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Left-handed backcourt player, makes good decisions w/ the rock, nice skill level, values/takes care of the ball, handles D pressure &amp; keeps ball moving, very good 3shooter</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2711424' first='Reeve' last='Honeyman'] |5'11 G| St. Mary's</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-An eye-catching athlete who runs and jumps very well, Honeyman can really get up and finish above-the-rim, impressive athleticism, could be a nice role guy this winter</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2237766' first='Jayden' last='Jochim'] |5'10 G| Linton-HMB</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Heard multiple reports about him playing well this spring/summer, tough handle for any defender, southpaw who can stroke it from 3-point, a breakout year is coming</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2707920' first='Tiernan' last='Fleck'] |6'3 SF| Flasher</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Explosive athlete, natural playmaker, turned heads w/ impressive stretches on the court this summer, rangy w/ long arms, reacts quickly, growing skill set, difference-maker</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2116301' first='Garret' last='Bieber'] |6'2 G| Bismarck</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-A cagey wing player, good on the defensive side of the ball, a physically strong junior guard, a streaky shooter from the perimeter, needs to improve his aggressiveness </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2877011,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/06/ranksUPDATE.jpg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/06/ranksUPDATE.jpg?w=865" alt="" class="wp-image-2877011" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image -->